So, you finally got around to working on your Eagle Project? Congratualations. The files here are to help you get through the process. These are the files to help you, that we have often sent out, but now they are all in one place with this text as a reminder of what you do with them. For all of these, we are available to help you, this is just meant to be an overview of the files and what they are for.

1. Need ideas on what a project is or what qualifies? Check the file 'EagleScoutProjectPlanningGuideAdvDist'.

2. Have your ideas? First, the file 'Eagelpacket' or 'Eagle_project_workbook' is the file to start your project write-up. Save either one of these, then edit it to put your information in. I've put an example write up to show how much detail you need. The 2 areas that you have to think about are 1) detail and 2) looking at the checklists. 

3. The file 'EagleProjectChecklist' and EagleScoutProjectApprovalChecklist.doc are 2 DIFFERENT lists. Read these and make sure you include what you need. Take out any excess wording that doesn't apply to your project. The example ends with the first signature page. Which is all you need before you do the project (the rest is for afterward).

4.After the project is done, fill out the rest of the project form and get it ready for you board of review.

5. Before your board, you need to send out the reference letters, these are included in the file 'Eagle_reference_letters' See troop leaders to review how many to send out, and how to get them sent to the advancement chairmant (not back to you, the applicant).

6. After your board you have to fill out the actual Eagle application. This is the form 'Eagle_App_fill_in.doc' It is important to get all of these dates right. We will supply you with your records when it's time to do this. You also are responsible to go down to the council office, and they will verify a few items and sign it. We'll let you know who to see and what to have them look for.

7. Once this is sent in we'll get your award, then it's up to you and your family to plan your ceremony. See scoutmaster for the Eagle Court of Honor Handbook. You need to select a date, guests of honor, location, and plan the ceremonly. You also have to send out invitations, letters to dignitaries (President, congressman, etc. will send letters to the Eagle), and print programs if you choose to do so.