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Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters: Everything To Know In 2024

Collecting references are a necessary step towards reaching the final rank in Scouting and becoming an Eagle Scout. Easier said than done! I don’t know about you, but when I was a Scout, I didn’t have much experience asking adults to serve as my references. In this article, I’ll be sharing with you everything that I’ve learned about requesting and writing Eagle Letters of Recommendation.

(If you’ve been requested to write an Eagle letter of recommendation, skip to the second section of this article for templates, tips, and information to include when writing your letter!)

In the first section of this article, I’ll be covering the correct way for an Eagle Scout candidate to request a reference from an adult. If you’ve been asked to write an Eagle letter of reference, I’ve also included a second section detailing the best ways to write and submit your recommendation.

Important Note: Eagle Scout references are not only limited to letters of recommendation. Troops can contact a candidate’s references via phone call, form, or email and receive verbal or typed recommendations to satisfactorily complete this requirement. Additionally, Scouts are not responsible for any followup in the Eagle Scout reference process. It is entirely up to committee members or council representatives to follow up with the Scout’s references and collect their responses. Finally, under no circumstances should Scouts be given access to their recommendation files. This could discourage negative information from being submitted. For the official requirements see: https://www.scouting.org/eagle-scout-rank/

Although Eagle Scout references are an important part of the ranking up process, they’re not something you should get stressed over. In fact, I’ve never heard of a Scout being denied Eagle due to a poor letter of recommendation. Use this as an opportunity to practice asking for references; a Scouting skill that will also be valuable when job hunting later on.

For Scouts Requesting an Eagle Letter of Recommendation

Your references are used to give the Eagle Board of Review a better idea of your activities and character outside of Scouting. Although you won’t be able to read these letters, in most cases you’ll still need to politely request that a reference be submitted.

Again, keep in mind that letters of recommendation aren’t the only means of having a reference submitted — they’re just the most popular method. If you plan to go that route, in this section I’ll fill you in on everything you’ll need to know to collect your Eagle letters of recommendation.

Who Should You Ask For an Eagle Scout Letter of Reference?

For both candidates and letter writers, the main point of an Eagle Scout reference or recommendation letter is to truthfully describe the candidate’s achievements and behaviors.

To complete your Eagle Letters of recommendation, you’ll be expected to obtain references from 6 individuals (5 if not employed):  

• A parent/guardian
• A pastor or individual involved in your religion.
• A teacher or individual involved in your education.
• An employer (if any)
• A reference of your choosing #1
• A reference of your choosing #2

References 5 and 6 can be provided by friends, relatives, or even a Scoutmaster. As long as the individual knows you and is able to truthfully attest to your character, they’ll be able to serve as one of your references. Your references can come from people of any age, and need not only be from those older than 21.

While your troop may ask you to secure mailed letters of reference from these 6 individuals, according to the official Eagle Scout rank application process, it’s officially the responsibility of council advancement committee members to secure the recommendations from the references you provided (see below).

“Council advancement committee members—or others designated—have the responsibility to secure recommendations from the references appearing under requirement 2 on the Eagle Scout Rank Application. This may be done by letter, form, or phone call. For reasons of privacy and confidentiality, electronic submissions are discouraged. It is acceptable to send or deliver to the references an addressed envelope with instructions, and perhaps a form to complete. Scouts may assist with this, but that is the limit of their participation. Scouts are not responsible for followthrough or any other aspect of the process. It is up to the council’s designated representatives to collect the responses. If after a reasonably diligent effort no response can be obtained from any references, the board of review must go on without them. It must not be postponed or denied for this reason, and the Scout shall not be asked to submit additional references or to provide replacements.” https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/eagle-scout-rank/ Section 9.0.1.7 References Contacted

Although it isn’t official policy, many troops, including my own, often ask their Scouts to arrange to have their references mailed in. If your troop does this, realize the hassle that this could create for your reference-writer. Whenever you’re asking an adult to submit something on your behalf, try to make the process as painless as possible for them!

What Information Should You Include When Requesting an Eagle Scout Letter of Reference

If your troop is asking for your letters of recommendation to be sent in, you should provide your 6 (or 5) references with a stamped and addressed envelope that can be used to mail in their recommendation. Additionally, you should also give them the following information when requesting an Eagle Scout letter of recommendation:

• An Eagle Scout letter of reference will not be shown to the candidate, nor will it be shared with anyone outside of the Eagle Scout Board of review. 
• Your letter of reference should be based on your personal interactions with the Eagle Scout candidate, and ideally, contain examples of what they’ve done.
• Your letter should relate to how the candidate carries out the points of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
• A copy of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
• The deadline for when the recommendation is due.
• The email address or addressed envelope identifying where and to whom the letter should be sent.

The Best Way To Ask For An Eagle Scout Letter of Recommendation

The easiest and best way to ask for an Eagle Scout letter of recommendation is by first making the request in person. If they agree (they most likely will), you can follow up by sending them more details via email. 

To ask for a letter of recommendation in person, simply describe what you’ve been working on in Scouting, as well as the significance of earning the Eagle rank. When I asked for my letters of recommendation, I said something along these lines:

“I’ve been a part of Scouting for quite a few years now, and during that time have learned many useful skills and values to become a better member of my community.  I’m one rank away from becoming an Eagle Scout, which is the highest rank that Scouting offers, and I need to collect a few references to move onto the next stage. I really enjoyed learning from you and was hoping that you could detail our interactions and my contributions for the Eagle Board of review. Would you be willing to submit a positive reference on my behalf?”

Unless you’re asking a total stranger, I doubt most of your potential references would say no to that. Once they give you the ‘OK’ you should follow up by sending an email within 24 hours that includes the information we covered in the previous section.

Officially, scouts are not responsible for follow-through or any other aspect of the recommendation retrieval process.  However, most scouts follow up because it’s the polite thing to do. If you decide to give your reference more information, here’s a template that you can base your actual email on:

(Name), Thank you for agreeing to provide me with a letter of reference! I’m a Life Scout in (Your troop), and a candidate for the rank of Eagle Scout. As the final step in my Scouting career, I’ll be undergoing an Eagle Scout Board of Review and collecting references that provide a more comprehensive view of my activities and character outside of Scouting. An Eagle Scout candidate must have completed at least 21 merit badges, served in multiple troop leadership roles, and demonstrated values of the Scout Oath, andScout Law in their daily lives. For your reference, I’ve added the Scout Oath and Scout Law at the bottom of this email. I really appreciate you agreeing to be one of my references, as well as the continued support you’ve provided for me over the years. The contents of your letter will not be shown to or discussed me or with anyone not who is not a member of the Eagle Scout Board of Review. Of course, you are free to discuss the information with me afterward, if you so desire, but you are under no obligation to do so. Please submit your letter of reference to (email address or mailing address) by (letter deadline). (Or, you can say that a council member will contact them) Once again, thank you so much for your time and continued support! All the best, (Your name) Scout Oath: “On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.” Scout Law: “A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.”

Being able to politely ask for letters of recommendation can be an incredibly useful skill in your career. Use this as an opportunity to practice. Remember, this is one of the final steps between you and the rank of Eagle!

On a final note, remember to invite those who’ve written you letters of recommendation to your court of honor. Send them a thank you note if you can, and think of other ways that you can express your gratitude for everything they’ve done for you!

For Those Asked to Write an Eagle Letter of Recommendation

What to do after agreeing to write a letter of reference for an eagle scout.

If you’ve been asked to write a letter of recommendation for an Eagle Scout candidate, there are two ways that your reference can typically be obtained:

• The Eagle Scout candidate has noted down your information, and you will be contacted by a council member who is in charge of reviewing the Scout’s performance. They will likely contact you via phone or email, and use your reference to determine whether the Scout will be promoted to Eagle.
• The Eagle candidate has requested that you mail or email in your letter of reference. In this case, they should have provided you with either a stamped and addressed envelope for your letter, or the email address of a council member who will review your reference.

Keep in mind, your Eagle Scout letter of recommendation is confidential, and will not be shared with the Eagle Scout candidate , nor with any other parties than Eagle Board of Review. If you’d like the Eagle candidate to receive a copy of your letter, you’ll need to give it to them directly.

After you’ve agreed to provide a letter of reference, the Eagle Scout candidate might have outlined some of the main Scouting points that your letter of recommendation could touch upon. If you’re still unsure of what to write or talk about, in the next section I’ll be filling you in on a few key themes to touch upon when presenting your recommendation.

What to include When Writing an Eagle Scout Letter of Recommendation

The main purpose of an Eagle letter of recommendation is to provide a snapshot into an Eagle candidate’s life and behaviors outside of Scouting. Your letter should detail the interactions you’ve had with the Scout and include the following elements:

• Your relationship with the Eagle candidate.
• Things to Eagle candidate has done to deserve a positive reference
• Ways that the Eagle Scout candidate lives by the principles of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
• Examples of growth that you’ve observed from the Eagle candidate over time.

Below, I’ve included the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Examples in your letter demonstrating times that the Eagle candidate has most embodied these principles are useful to an Eagle board. You won’t need to include too many details, as most Eagle Scout letters of recommendation are three paragraphs or shorter.

Scout Oath:

“On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.”

“A Scout is:

• Trustworthy,
• and Reverent.”

In the next section, I’ll be providing you with an easy template to use when writing your own Eagle Scout letter of recommendation.

Template For Writing An Eagle Scout Letter of Recommendation

Below is the basic template for writing an Eagle Scout letter of recommendation. However, as long as you can honestly attest to the Eagle candidate’s character, anything that you submit will be fine. The future Eagle Scout will appreciate your help, regardless. 🙂

Note that the recommendation letters are just one of many different requirements a Scout will need to complete to earn Eagle, so don’t feel too much pressure to craft a flawless recommendation. Using this template, you’ll be able to easily cover the necessary points in your letter.

Eagle Scout Board of Review, It is my privilege to write this letter of recommendation for _____________, who aspires to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. I have known _____________ since _________, and over the years have watched him/her grow and become an individual who is (Main Scout Law points the candidate embodies). At (school/church/club), he/she has helped me by ______, going above and beyond what is expected. ( Example paragraph outlining one significant interaction with the Eagle candidate ) I know that (name) is committed to becoming an Eagle Scout, and am confident that he/she will grow into a fine young adult who will exemplify the positive values taught in Scouting Sincerely,

For 3 more Eagle Scout letter templates, you can check out eForms.com’s awesome article here !

Collecting references is a necessary part of becoming an Eagle Scout. If this step is making you nervous, don’t worry! If you’ve gotten to this point and have been living by the Scout Oath and Law, you deserve your future Eagle rank!

If you or a loved one are in high school and about to earn the Eagle rank,  I’d highly recommend checking out my guide on  How to Write a Killer Eagle Scout College Admissions Essay. There are a TON of perks to earning Eagle, so make sure you’re aware of them!

I’d also suggest reading my article on the 4 Necessary Steps To Prepare For An Eagle Board of Review . You’re almost there, so keep pushing. I’m rooting for you! As always, best of luck on your Scouting journey. I hope you found this article useful, and wish you an enjoyable upcoming Eagle Court of Honor! 🙂

I'm constantly writing new content because I believe in Scouts like you! Thanks so much for reading, and for making our world a better place. Until next time, I'm wishing you all the best on your journey to Eagle and beyond!

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Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter

Hello, Scout Buddy! Are you searching for details about Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters? You’ve found the right place! In this guide, I will help you to understand everything about the key steps of becoming an Eagle Scout.

Becoming an Eagle Scout is a significant honor. Part of the process involves getting recommendation letters from people who know you well. These letters help the Eagle Board of Review understand how you live by the Scout Oath and Law in your daily life, not just in Scouting.

1. What is an Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter?

An Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter is a letter written by someone who knows you well and can attest to your character, leadership, and potential as an Eagle Scout. It’s an important part of the Eagle Scout application process and can be the deciding factor in whether or not you’re accepted as an Eagle Scout.

According to the Boy Scouts of America, a Scout must obtain letters of recommendation from the following individuals:

• Your parent or guardian
• Your religious leader
• Your teacher, coach, or other adult leaders in your community
• Your employer (if you have a job)

Here’s a simple breakdown of how to preparing your eagle scout recommendation letters:

2. Who Should Write Your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters?

For your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters, you need five people (six, if you are employed) who know you well to write them. This should include your parent or guardian, a religious leader, and other adults like a teacher or coach. You can also ask a mentor or boss.

When picking who to ask, choose those who can talk about your good qualities and how you would make a great Eagle Scout. Make sure they are happy to write a strong letter for you. Don’t be shy to ask if they feel good about writing it for you. It’s all about finding the right people who know you well.

3. How do Ask Someone to Write Your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter?

Asking someone to write your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter is a big deal, and it can feel a bit scary. But it’s a needed part of becoming an Eagle Scout. Here’s a simple way to do it:

• Choose the Right Person : Pick someone who knows you well and can talk about your good qualities and how you’ve been a leader.
• Ask Nicely : If you can, ask them face to face. If not, a phone call is good too.
• Tell Them Why : Explain why you need the letter and what becoming an Eagle Scout means to you.
• Give Them Time : Make sure they have a few weeks to write the letter. Don’t rush them.
• Help Them Out : If they need anything like your Eagle Scout form or a list of things you’ve done, give it to them.
• Say Thank You : Make sure to thank them for helping you out.

This step might make you a bit nervous, but it’s a crucial part of becoming an Eagle Scout. Always remember to be polite and thankful, and choose someone who can write positively about you.

4. What Should Your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter Include?

Your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter is very special and should be all about you. It must explain why you would be an excellent Eagle Scout. Here’s what needs to be in the letter:

• Personal Greeting : A friendly hello and start to the letter.
• How They Know You : The writer should say who they are and how long they’ve known you.
• About You : They should write about your good character and times you’ve been a leader.
• What You’ve Done : They should tell about things you’ve achieved that show what a good Scout you are.
• Why You Should Be an Eagle Scout : They need to explain why you have what it takes to be an Eagle Scout.
• Wrap It Up : A final part that sums up why they think you should get the award.

This letter should be only about you, not something that could be used for anyone else. It should show your personality and what makes you the right person for this special honor. Make sure the person writing it knows you well enough to write something that’s just for you.

5. How to Write an Effective Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter?

Writing an Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter is a big responsibility, and you want to make sure you do it right. If someone has asked you to write this letter for them, here’s a simple way to make sure it’s a good one:

• Be Specific : Talk about the things the person has done that make them a great Scout. Give real examples.
• Talk About Their Character : Tell about how they act and what kind of person they are. Mention if they’re a good leader.
• Be Positive : Use strong and encouraging words.
• Show Your Support : Make it clear that you think they should become an Eagle Scout.
• Keep It Short : Don’t write too much. One or two pages is enough.
• Take It Seriously : Remember, this letter is a big part of whether they become an Eagle Scout. So take the time to write it well.

By following these steps, you can write a letter that really shows what makes this person a great choice to be an Eagle Scout. It’ll help them a lot in their application.

6. How to Submit Your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters?

Submitting your Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters is a key part of applying to become an Eagle Scout. You need to do it the right way and at the right time. Here’s a simple guide to help you:

• Put Each Letter in an Envelope : Each letter should be in its own sealed envelope. Have the person who wrote it sign across the seal.
• Gather Your Application Materials : Put the letters with the rest of your Eagle Scout application package.
• Send It to the Right Place : Take your application package to your local Scout council office or send it online if you can.
• Make Sure Everything Is There : Check that you have all the things you need in your package, including the recommendation letters.
• Ask for Help if Needed : If you’re not sure about something, it’s okay to ask your local council for help.

By following these simple steps, you can make sure that your recommendation letters and the rest of your application are sent the right way. It shows you’re serious about becoming an Eagle Scout and helps your application go smoothly.

Download Template Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter

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Sample Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter

Sample eagle scout recommendation letter request email template.

To become an Eagle Scout, you need Recommendation Letters. Pick the right people to write about what makes you special. Hand in these letters on time. With hard work, you can get your Eagle Scout rank and enjoy all the good things that come with it. This guide is here to help you with that. Good luck with your scouting adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some common questions and answers regarding Eagle Scout Recommendation Letters:

You should ask someone who knows you well and can speak to your character, leadership abilities, and achievements in Scouting. This could be a teacher, coach, religious leader, or Scout leader, among others. Make sure to give them plenty of notice and provide any necessary information or forms.

You will need at least five people (six, if you are employed) who will recommend you for the rank of Eagle Scout.. Check with your local council or troop for specific requirements.

The recommendation letter should include an introduction, information about the writer’s relationship with you, specific examples of your character and leadership abilities, and a conclusion. It should be written in a professional tone and addressed the letter to the appropriate person or committee.

The deadline for recommendation letters will vary depending on your local council or troop. Make sure to check with them and provide your letter writers with plenty of notice.

While family members can definitely provide support and encouragement, It’s usually not a good idea to ask family members to write your recommendation letters. Instead, look for people outside your family who know about your good qualities and what you’ve done in Scouting. They can talk about who you really are better than family might.

• “Eagle Scout Rank Application and Board of Review Process.” Boy Scouts of America. 
• “Sample Eagle Scout Recommendation Letter.” Eagle Scout Reference Request Sample Letter. 
• “Eagle Scout Rank Application.” Boy Scouts of America. https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/512-728_WB_fillable.pdf .

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From the the Eagle Scout Rank Application:  “Demonstrate that you live by the principles of the Scout Oath and Scout Law in your daily life. List the names of individuals who know you personally and would be willing to provide a recommendation on your behalf.”

Councils across the country have different procedures regarding these letters, so first and foremost, check your Council website for current instructions.  Normally there is form that you will provide to the person providing the recommendation.  This form usually provides the Scout Oath and Law and then asks for an opinion as to whether you uphold both in your daily life.

One letter must come from your parents or guardians, one from a religious source (if you do not belong to an organized religion, then a second letter from a parent must speak to your spiritual values), one from an educational source (principal, teacher, coach, counselor etc.), one from your employer if you are employed, and two others.

How to Prepare Your Eagle Scout Rank Recommendation Letters will help you assemble your recommendation letters, and is located on the Downloads page of this website (or click the title above.)  Just be sure it does not conflict with your Council instructions.

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Eagle is the only scout rank that requires recommendation letters.  This page provides some guidance and tools to make this process easier.

This might be the first time in your life that you have had to ask for a reference, but it probably won’t be the last!  College applications also require references.  When you apply for a job, references names are also required – although your references don’t usually need to write a letter for that.

The Eagle Scout Rank Application provides 6 spots to write the names of people you have asked for recommendations.  However, you are required to have a minimum of 3 letters of recommendation for your Eagle Board of Review.  These three may not be from family members or your troop leaders. If you wish to include family members or scout leaders, they can be in addition to the three required.

The reference letters will be provided to your Board of Review in sealed envelopes, and will not be read by anyone except by the Board of Review.   They will not be returned to you.

We recommend that you seek recommendations from:

• family friends
• religious leaders

Recommendation materials

Put together a packet of information for each of your references.  It should contain:

• A stamped envelope addressed to your eagle adviser or scoutmaster.   Make sure your name is somewhere on the envelope.  Your reference should write their own return address on the envelope.
• Introductory letter from the troop (ask your eagle adviser for this)
• Pages D-2 and D-3 from the Eagle Procedures Guide

Your eagle adviser will let you know when your recommendation letters are received!

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Eagle Trail

The fact that a youth is an Eagle Scout has always carried with it a special significance, not only in Scouting but also as they enter higher education, business or industry, and community service.

Not every youth who joins a Scouts BSA troop earns the Eagle Scout rank. In fact, only 5% of all Scouts do so. More than 1.5 million Scouts have earned the rank between 1911 and 2022. Eagle Scouts are a special breed!

This page is dedicated to the youth who strive to become a part of the small percent of youth who reach Scouting's highest achievement.

Suggesting An Eagle Project

If you are part of a religious institution, school, or community organization and would like to propose a project to be completed by an Eagle Scout candidate, you can submit your proposal here . The project should be one that the Scout can plan, develop, and serve as a leader to others. Your suggestion will be listed here for no less than 60 days. If you wish to resubmit your proposal after the listing has expired, you may do so.

Getting Started

Congratulations! You've earned the Life Scout rank and are ready to begin your Eagle Scout Service Project. Before you take the first step , carefully read the information on this page. Copy and save the required documents to your computer.

If you already know what your Eagle Service Project is going to be, that's great! However, if you need some help in finding a project, you can select one from a list of suggested projects submitted by the San Diego-Imperial Council community here .

Starting Your Eagle Project

To meet National Scouts BSA requirements, you must have your Eagle Scout Service Project Proposal approved by an Eagle Project Counselor before you begin your work. Click here for a listing of approved Eagle Project Counselors or ask your unit leader for a reference.

Choose an Eagle Project Counselor, then call and make an appointment to meet with them immediately. Your counselor will assist you as you develop a project proposal and continue to work with you as your Eagle Project Coach to help you develop a Project Plan.

Forms, Worksheets and Letters

• Eagle Scout Rank Application - It can be filled out and saved on your computer. Follow the application guidelines to assist you in properly completing the application form, OR you may use the Eagle Rank Application found on Scoutbook . Log into Scoutbook, go to the Scout's Profile , scroll down to Reports , click on Eagle Application . The program will pre-populate the application with all Rank Dates, Merit Badge Dates, Profile and Position Dates.
• Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook - This workbook contains all project instructions and worksheets. It can be filled out and saved on your computer.
• Recommendation Letter . You must request a letter of recommendation from every reference listed on your Eagle Scout Rank Application. except Employer if you do not work. See Schedule an Eagle BOR for current instructions regarding submission of recommendation letters.
• Time Extension Request Form - It can be filled out and saved on your computer.

Letters of Recommendation

Everyone you list on your Eagle Scout Rank Application should write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The letter of recommendation is confidential and is not to be returned directly to you .

You should not be involved personally in transmitting any correspondence between persons listed as references and the council.

Use the letter format listed above for all of your letters of recommendation. It includes instructions for the letter writers.

The Eagle Scout Rank Application and the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook should be submitted BEFORE your 18th birthday. See Schedule an Eagle BOR for current instructions regarding submission of recommendation letters and your Eagle Project Workbook to schedule an Eagle Board of Review.

Scholarships

The San Diego-Imperial Council Eagle Scout Alumni Association maintains a list of scholarships available through local and national sponsors. Each scholarship has it's own criteria and application deadline, so read them carefully.

NESA Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award

The National Eagle Scout Association has established the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award to recognize valuable service of an exceptional nature by a Scout for their Eagle Scout leadership service project. The San Diego-Imperial Council will select a local winner, and from that pool, each region will pick a region-level winner. A national winner then will be selected from the four regional finalists.

Great Links, Helpful Hints

The following websites will provide information on special organizations, as our council's Eagle Scout Alumni Association. If you know of other Eagle related links that we should include, contact the Council Webmaster .

The ESAA achieves this purpose by retaining its 18 year old Eagle Scouts and recruiting as many as possible older Eagle Scouts to become Scouting volunteers, by supporting activities within the council that promote the Scouts, advancement along the trail to Eagle, and by giving recognition to the youth who earn the rank of Eagle Scout.

When you receive your Eagle rank and are 18 years old, you will be eligible for membership in this local association. Applications are available at the council Service Ccenter or from any ESAA member. ESAA is the only local organization of Eagle Scouts. For more information, visit our Website .

Other Advancement Pages

Eagle Scout Information

Advancement

Merit Badge Counselors information

Join the GTC Eagle Scout Association

National Eagle Scout Forms and Documents

Please use the following link to  download the Eagle Scout Application, Service Project Workbook, and more, 

This "Advancement Resources from Scouting.org" will always have the most up-to-date versions of these and other advancement documents, and will take you to the National Council's website to download materials.

Advancement Resources from Scouting.org

Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook

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Eagle Scout Rank Application

Eagle Scout Reference Letter

Source: Great Trail Council

Steps in the Life to Eagle Scout Process

This file contains a step-by-step guide for the Life to Eagle process and the template to share for reference letters. 

Source: Great Trail council

Great Trail Council Rank of Eagle Scout Extension Request Checklist

Request for extension of time to earn the eagle scout rank, eagle submission form, are you using scoutbook .

A Scoutmaster can produce a nearly complete Eagle Application, with name, ID, rank and merit badge dates entered. See directions here.

Source: Souring Eagle District Eagle Chair

Eagle Scout Challenge

Glenn and Melinda Adams Eagle Scout Project of the Year Award

Glenn and melinda adams eagle scout project of the year submission form.

Source: scouting.org

Source: https://nesa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2024-Adams-National-Eagle-Scout-Service-Project-Nomination-Form-Fillable.pdf

How to apply

Glenn and melinda adams eagle scout project of the year award nomination form for 2024. .

The new form has the following updates to help promote locally and collect the necessary information to help in the selection process by your local committee. 

SUBMITTING AN EAGLE SCOUT SERVICE PROJECT

Completed nomination forms shall be submitted to the local council on or before January 31st of each year. 

A SINGLE PDF FILE with the following items should be submitted with this nomination form: 

Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook 

Up to 10 project photographs  

OPTIONAL supporting documentation (drawings, news articles, etc.)

PROJECT SUMMARY VIDEO  

It is strongly recommended that the Scout record a short video that can be part of this nomination form that is between 3-5 minutes, tells the story of their Eagle Scout Service Project and describes the impact on their community as well as themselves.  The video file format must be MP4, WMV, or MOV.  It should be uploaded to a cloud-based storage site (such as Google Drive or Dropbox) with permission to download and the link should be provided below.  Please use a short URL if possible.  

SCOUT’S CONSENT  

I hereby consent to the submission of my Eagle Scout service project for consideration of this award.  

      Scout’s Signature:____________________________________________ Date:_______________

For further information: 

Mark Messerly, Council Advancement Chair

Phil Kuester, Staff Program Director, 234-900-5904, [email protected]

Eagle Rank Application

Eagle scout rank application.

Use the most recent version of the Eagle Scout Rank Application . Be sure to follow the fillable .pdf instructions so the Council Registrar and members of your Board of Review can read your application. 

Scoutbook will also prefill most of the information on your application. More info: Eagle Scout Rank Application from Scoutbook (SB)

After you have completed Requirements 1-6, and fully completed your Eagle Rank Applicaication, submit your application and Statement of Ambitions and Life Purpose to the Council at [email protected] . Your District or Territory Eagle Scout Coordinator can help ensure your application is complete and answer any questions. The Territory Service Areas page has links to each territory page, where you will find links to Advancement or Eagle Scout resources and specific contact information.

The Chief Seattle Council Confidential Letter of Refrence Form should be sent to the References you listed on your Eagle Scout Application.  A custom version of this form for your District or Territory may be found on the Advancement or Eagle Scout resources pages for your Territory. Please visit the Territory Service Areas page to find your Territories specific information.

Upon submission to the Council, your application will be Certified after verifying all of your advancements have been properly recorded. After Certification, your District or Territory Advancement Committee Eagle Scout Coordinator will contact you and your unit Committee to arrange the Eagle Scout Board of Review. 

After a successful Board of Review, the Chairperson of your Board will physically or electronically sign your Eagle Scout Application, and your Application is forwarded to the Council.

It takes approximately 3-5 weeks from filing your Eagle Scout Application after your Board of Review to receive your Eagle Scout Certificate, Medal, and Badge. You may request expedited handling . You will be given a form to fill out requiring a credit card. The National Council charges $75 to expedite; the council charges nothing. An expedited submission returns your certificate in about 7 business days. Certificates, Medals, and Badges are normally available at the Council service center for pick up. We will notify the Eagle Scout Candidate, Unit Leader, and Committee Chair when the items are available for pickup. 

• Type your Application so it can be read.
• Use Scoutbook to pre-fill your application information already in Scoutbook.
• Your name as it appears on the application will be how your name appears on your Eagle Scout Certificate.