Scouts BSA Troop 204 honored four young men who achieved the Eagle Scout award, the highest rank in Scouting America, on March 21 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Lafayette. Troop 204 has awarded this special honor to 454 scouts since 1935.

    To attain the rank of Eagle Scout, a scout must earn his way up the scouting ranks – from Tenderfoot to Life Scout. As a Life Scout, he must be active in the troop for at least six months, earn at least 21 merit badges, serve in a leadership position and show scout spirit.  In addition to requirements listed above, each scout has attended the annual 50-mile backpacking trips, actively participated in annual Camporees, constructed and slept in snow caves and camped in the wilderness.

    As a final step they must plan, develop and give leadership to others in an approved Eagle service project that is helpful to any religious institution, school, or community.

    Jack Cooney (Acalanes) led an online and in-person donation drive for needy families in Contra Costa Country through the Brighter Beginnings program. Zach Kwan (Las Lomas) completed a golf equipment collection drive with the First Tee of Contra Costa to help collect and refurbish clubs for golf students in the local community. Sam Freeling (Acalanes) built a new display case and refurbished existing display cases in the lobby of the Performing Arts Center at Acalanes High School. Hudson Williams (Las Lomas) managed a team and coordinated materials to repaint and refurbishing the historic playground markings at Buchanan Airport in Concord. 

    Troop 204 Lafayette extends its heartfelt congratulations to these exemplary scouts for their outstanding achievements and contributions to their communities. These projects embody the spirit of scouting and uphold Troop 204 Lafayette's tradition of service and leadership.

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