3 youths from Plymouth troop 781 attain prestigious Eagle Scout ranking
Three Canton Township youths from Boy Scout Troop 781 in Plymouth have achieved the prestigious Eagle rank.
Eagle Scout rank is the highest achievement in Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts of America), requiring Scouts to earn 21 merit badges, demonstrate leadership, live the Scout Oath/Law, and lead a significant community service project, all before turning 18, representing years of dedication, skill-building, and commitment to service.
To earn the designation, scouts must earn a total of 21 merit badges including 14 specific awards; serve in a leadership role in their troop; plan and manage a major service project and be active as a Life Scout for at minimum six months before age 18.
This year, Max Skinner, Joseph Sanabria and Alex Thomas, all of Troop 781, earned the prestigious award signifying character, responsibility, and service.
Skinner, 14, attends Plymouth Canton schools and is the son of Sean and Ellen Skinner. His Eagle Scout project included improvements to a group camp road in Maybury State Park in Northville, completed May 31.
Sanabria, 17, installed a pollination garden at Resurrection Church in Canton Township as his project, completed Nov. 12. His parents are Tim and Jennifer Sanabria and he, too, attends Plymouth-Canton schools.
Alex Thomas, 17, the son of Michael and Jennifer Thomas, attends Divine Child High School in Dearborn. His project included the clearing of a camping area at Maybury State Park and the installation of a hammock pole at the site. He completed his project Oct. 14.
Assistant Scout Master Sean Skinner added that all three of the new Eagle Scouts participated in a high-adventure scouting expedition at the Philmont Scout Reservation in Cimarron, New Mexico, where they hiked 54 miles through the Rocky Mountains and climbed Mt. Baldy at 12,441 feet.
“Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is no small accomplishment. It reflects years of growth, leadership, service, and dedication. These Scouts have consistently demonstrated perseverance, a commitment to excellence, and the true spirit of Scouting. This achievement is a testament to their hard work,” Skinner said.
Boy Scout Troop 781 was founded in 1958, with the original and current charter at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Plymouth. The current Scout Master is Mike Thomas and the troop currently meets at the OLGC school every Monday evening. |
