Eagle is the highest rank in Scouting with only about 5% of Scouts attaining the Eagle Scout. Scouts from Stratham's Troop 185 are defying those odds. In the past 8 years, 30 scouts have attained Eagle with others nearing completion of the requirements. Recent projects have included a bee house and a little Free Library at Stratham Memorial School Garden, a Smokey the Bear Fire Safety Sign at Stratham Hill Park, A Brick Patio at Wiggin Memorial Library, an outdoor sanctuary at Bethany Church, and bat houses at Stratham Hill Park. 

 

The Significance of Eagle Scout

Being an Eagle Scout has always carried with it a special significance, not only in Scouting but also as the Eagle Scout enters higher education, business or industry, and community service. The awarding of an Eagle Scout Rank is a performance - based achievement whose standards have been well-maintained over the years. Since 1912, more than 2.8 million Scouts have earned the rank of Eagle.

​

To earn the Eagle Scout rank, the highest advancement rank in Scouting, a Scout must fulfill requirements in the areas of leadership, service, and outdoor skills. Although many options are available to demonstrate proficiency in these areas, a number of specific skills are required to advance through the ranks—Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle. To advance, a Scout must satisfy requirements for every rank, and earn merit badges throughout their time in Scouting.

​

 

The Path from Life Scout to Eagle Scout

 

Troop 185 Eagle Scout Information Sheet

​

Guidelines for the Eagle Scout Service Project

​

Eagle Scout Requirements (Workbook)

​

Eagle Scout Application Submission Form

​

Eagle Scout Scholarships

​

Ideas for Eagle Scout Service Project Beneficiaries

​

National Eagle Scout Association