Jayhawk Area, Oregon Trail, Cache to Eagle #11 Traditional Cache
Jayhawk Area, Oregon Trail, Cache to Eagle #11
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This bridge was built by Brett Sidesinger as an Eagle Project. It took 3 days and 300 man hours to complete. Parking can be found at the trailhead at "N39° 12.817 W095° 25.012". But if you want you can cheat and use a nearby road that the trail crosses.
Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America requires years of dedication and hard work. In addition to 21 required merit badges, each Scout must complete a project that — on average — requires 167 service hours. In 2008 alone, that translated to $16 million in service (based on the national volunteer hour value of $19.51).
This cache is part of a nationwide geocaching series called "Cache to Eagle" that showcases these special contributions. This particular project took place in Aug. 2008. With the help of West Star Green Team this oversized foot bridge was completed in one weekend. But dont let this unusally clear kansas creek fool you. Take a short hike down the rock stream to see another eagle bridge...
Over its first 100 years, Scouting has provided millions of hours of service to communities across America. For our 100th Anniversary, we’re celebrating that legacy with special service opportunities" through "A Year of Celebration, A Century of Making a Difference."
*Beware of the smaller bridges and the ramp. They are VERY slippery when wet.*
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