RIVIERA SCOUTING - Torrance, CA

From Life to Eagle Scout

We are here to help YOU in your Path to Eagle.  Life Scouts and their parents should attend a Path to Eagle workshop held by the Troop, or meet individually with Scoutmaster, to learn about the process.  Our recommendations:

  1. Start Early!  Print out and carefully read all materials (see below link).  Path to Eagle is a multi-step process that requires methodical planning and many approvals.
  2. Have a Project in mind?  Meet with Scoutmaster right away for input.  After your Project is done, Troop 718 will provide a personalized Eagle Project plaque to commemorate your work.  Contact our Troop Supplies Coordinator for info.
  3. Line up your referrals.  Referral letters must be received within six months of your Application.
  4. Your Eagle Binder, Ambition statement, Application.  Follow the instructions precisely for the best result.
  5. You passed your Eagle BOR!  Congratulations!  See the webpage “Your Eagle Court of Honor”.

CLICK HERE for Eagle Instruction Materials on the Pacifica District Advancement Web Page

TO GET STARTED:  Download, Save, and PRINT all materials.    Note: District Advisors (Volunteers) and other information in this link may change periodically.  Check the link regularly to be aware of any changes.   

Before you Begin - click to expand
  • IMPORTANT: Scouts AND Parents – YOU BOTH NEED TO READ ALL THE MATERIALS. 
    • Parents – you will be “guiding, encouraging, reminding” your Scout throughout much of the process. 
    • Scouts – get advice as you go!  Scoutmaster or Troop Eagle Path Advisor (see Adult Leader Roster) will help you!
  • If you need to fundraise for your Project, you must first complete the Eagle Scout Service Plan Fundraising Application.  (Provided in the link).  After getting application approvals, you may advertise certain activities to the Troop-at-large.   Click to expand the section below to learn more.
  • Your Ambition Statement.  Click here for a description of the Ambition Statement and here for a generic sample. 
  • When you think you are ready for your Eagle Scoutmaster Conference
    • Visit the Pacifica District link AGAIN, and re-review the Guide materials, in event of any changes.   Assemble your Binder as instructed.  (Should the Project Workbook format change, seek Scoutmaster’s advice before redoing any forms, especially if signatures were already obtained).
    • Be prepared for a long Scoutmaster conference and plan accordingly.  Please remember the time our Scoutmaster dedicates is a courtesy to help you become an Eagle Scout. 
    • Scoutmaster and Committee Chair will sign your Eagle Application after you pass the Scoutmaster Conference. 
  • Pre-BOR Review
    • When you have your Application and Eagle Binder ready, you will meet with a District Volunteer, who will inspect your sash, your Scout Handbook, and your Eagle Binder, to ensure you have everything you need for a successful BOR. 
    • At the end of this meeting, the Volunteer will take your Application and you will be advised of next steps.  Good Luck!!
Eagle Project Fundraising Advertising - click to expand

Advertising to the Troop will be allowed only with the Committee Chair’s approval.

Activities in which the Scout is allowed to advertise to the Troop-at-Large: 

  • Collecting cans or bottles for redemption
  • Collecting donated items for a garage sale, or hosting a garage sale
  • Hosting a game party, haunted house, or other participation based event that has an entry fee
  • Work services, such as washing cars, gardening, dog walking, etc.
  • Limited sale of low priced handmade items
  • Running a booth at a local fair

Activities in which the Scout is NOT allowed to advertise to the Troop-at-Large: 

  • Any event which raises funds through a raffle, auction, or gambling, or which serves alcohol
  • Any event hosted at the beneficiary’s location (possible exception: the Scout organized the event and 100% of proceeds will be applied toward his Eagle project)
  • Restaurant fundraisers
  • BSA Popcorn or Camp Cards
  • Retail product sales, catalog sales, or in-home product “parties”
  • Crowdfunding or requests for cash donations