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The Extreme Makeover series showcases before-and-after photos of Eagle Scout projects. Explore the full collection of projects, and submit your own for a chance to be featured in our next roundup. Scroll down for more information in the FAQs.
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Leading the way
Who: Nick, Troop 592, Beaverton, Oregon
What: Nick and his team of volunteers restored a trail entrance outside a nearby rocks-and-minerals museum. The refurbished area connects the museum to several existing nature trails.
History in the making
Who: Malachi, Troop 16, New Rochelle, New York
What: Malachi’s project, “Tuckahoe Speaks: Self-Guided Audio and Walking Tour,” tells the history of a nearby town through weather-resistant signage. Malachi and his helpers installed eight signs at various landmarks.
Green team
Who: Nicholas, Troop 195, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
What: Nicholas led a 10-month effort to build a permanent golf practice green at a local high school. The project — paid for with $18,000 in donations from 80 donors — features professional-grade synthetic turf and three putting holes.
Fieldhouse follow-through
Who: Quinn, Troop 20, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
What: With help from his varsity football and lacrosse teammates, Quinn painted the high school’s athletic field house. The finished project used 25 gallons of paint and 10 rolls of tape. When finished, it highlighted the school’s colors, logo and team mascot.
Eagle Before & After FAQs
How can I see more in this series?
By going here.
How can I submit my project (or my Scout’s project) for consideration?
Go here to learn how to send them to us.
Are scholarships available for outstanding Eagle projects?
Yes! The Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award honors outstanding Eagle projects. An Eagle Scout, their parent or guardian, or any registered Scouting volunteer (with the Eagle Scout’s permission) may submit the Eagle Scout service project for consideration.
How can I see even more great Eagle projects?
Check out the Scout Life Eagle Project Showcase.
Who owns the photos used in this series?
Unless otherwise listed, all photos are courtesy of each Scout and their family.
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