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Montana Council - MVD - Cache To Eagle #6 "KIND"
Geocache Description:
This is the 6th Geocache of the “Cache to Eagle” series which highlights Eagle Scout Service Projects by the Scouting America of the Mountain Valley District, Montana Council. This cache is placed near the Eagle Scout Project which was graveling trail and refurbishing benches in the Tuckerman Park in Bozeman, MT and the project has been completed by Troop 649 from Belgrade on September 2023.
I RECOMMEND WEARING LONG PANTS AND BRINGING BUG SPRAY!!!
What is "Cache to Eagle"?
Cache to Eagle has been rolled out nationwide and was a part of the 100th Anniversary "Get in the Game!" activities.When Cache to Eagle was posted on the internet, other geocaching enthusiasts read about Eagle service projects and go visit them in person.This is a great way to let people know how much service Scouts provide to the community. If you are a Scout and "Cache to Eagle" series has not been placed in your district yet, be the first one to set it up!! 12 caches per district in every council across the nation - just visualize THAT!
What is Eagle Service Project?
The Eagle Scout Service Project, also known as the Eagle Project, is a requirement for Boy Scouts to earn the Eagle Scout rank. It's a chance for Scouts to demonstrate leadership skills, learn project management, and help their community:
Scouting America Mission Statement
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lives by teaching them the values of the Scout Oath and Law: Strengthen values, Develop leadership skills, Provide lifelong learning, and Instill the habit of service to others.
Scouting America is the new name for the Boy Scouts of America, which rebranded in 2024 to reflect its commitment to welcoming all youth and families
The Aims of Scouting
The Scouting program has specific objectives, commonly referred to as the “Aims of Scouting.” They are character development, leadership development, citizenship training, and personal fitness. Leadership development is also one of Scoutings eight methods contributing to both good character and good citizenship.
About Troop 649 in Belgrade, Montana
Troop 649 has been sponsored by the Shift Church in Belgrade, Montana since its original charter in February 10th, 1950. In that time, we have been part of the lives of hundreds of families in Belgrade and around the valley. The troop has seen 55 scouts and more to come that have reached the highest rank of Eagle during that time as well.
BONUS CACHE ALERT!
A Bonus Cache will be placed once "Cache to Eagle" series has been completed (total of 12 caches). You will find 1 letter/character somewhere in each container and collect all of them. Details will be explained in the Bonus Cache page (TBD).