Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout requires years of dedication and hard work. In addition to 21 required merit badges, each Scout must complete an extensive service project that he plans, organizes, leads, and manages. On average, each Scout conducts 167 service hours as part of that project. In 2008 alone, that translated to $16 million in service to communities across America.
This cache is part of a nationwide geocaching series called “Cache to Eagle” that showcases these special contributions.
Pictured above is a reader board that was built and installed next to the Roy City Hall to help the city share information with the local community. This concept was presented to the Roy City Council for their recommendations and approval. Several local businesses contributed materials used in the construction of this project. Additional expenses were paid for through a fundraising effort led by the scout. Labor and expertise were provided by scouts, their families, and friends who possessed a broad range of skills needed to successfully complete this project. This reader board is now prominently displayed in the center of town where it is viewed daily by passersby.
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.” You can join us, and even earn a commemorative patch! Visit “www.Scouting.org/100years” to learn more.
You can earn the Cache to Eagle patch by finding all 12 Pacific Harbors Council's “Cache to Eagle” geocaches. In each Cache to Eagle cache is a point of the Scout Law. When you find all twelve caches, e-mail the list of cache numbers and points of the Scout Law (e.g. Cache #1, Friendly, Cache #2, Reverent, etc.), to me, PHC Geocaching, and you will receive a Cache to Eagle patch. Don’t forget to send your mailing address. Visit the Pacific Harbors Council website for more details.