Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America
requires years of dedication and hard work. Over its first 100
years, Scouting has provided millions of hours of service to
communities across America.
The first stage of this multi is at Crabtree Nature Center. The
first Eagle project here dates back to 1975. Since then over 40
projects have been completed including bird houses, trail
development (including the beautiful Giant's Hollow Trail), brush
clearing, trail benches, bridges, boardwalks, etc. It is important
that you are aware that this center is only open from 8:00 am to
5:00 pm (the winter hours are shorter and the center is closed on
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day. The Nature Center has a
strict position of not allowing geocache containers on property. As
we know, nature sometimes becomes a victim as cachers explore their
options looking for a container.
This is a containerless clue to the final stage. This kiosk was a
project by S. Ward in 2004. Other projects of interest include Ryan
G of Troop 209's Barn Swallow roost, and Brent R of Troop 35's frog
ponds in Giant's Hollow.
Clue placed with permission of naturalist Jeff Rapp. Be sure to
check out the hawks, owls and Turkey Vulture too!
The final is at Barrington United Methodist Church. There are many
Eagle projects here including a wooded outdoor worship area, a
flagstone walkway, a band stage and new lighting in the youth room,
and a gym set in the preschool age area.
The container, placed with permission of the church, is a small 1"
x 3" plastic tube. Be sure to note the point of the Scout Law.
