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 Eagle Project was completed in July 2004 by Brett from Troop 496 in La Vista, NE. His project provided wheel chair accessability to the church sanctuary. His main goals were to raise funds to pay for the materials and labor and also to lead scouts and church leaders during the completion of the project. Brett received his Eagle Badge in September 2006.
Many churches, including the one nearby, can offer many opportunites to obtain service hours or give a scout an opportunity to organize an Eagle Project. Click Here to learn more.