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Life to Eagle Coach

The Life to Eagle Coach is an Assistant Scoutmaster designated to help Star and Life Scouts navigate the process of reaching Eagle Scout. They support the scout by meeting with them to discuss their Eagle project and other requirements.

Scoutmaster

  • Be appointed by the Scoutmaster

Before reading the rest of this page, read our general page about the Eagle process.

The final say on all things advancement policy is the [Guide to Advancement(https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/)]. Read and familiarize yourself with section 9, which is about the Eagle process.

See this blog article from Modern Scouting about negative patterns to look out for within the Eagle process, and what makes a true Eagle Scout: The Difference in an Eagle Scout and a Boy Scout

Also see this short video called Guardian of the Gate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOB-azjCRsM

EagleCoach.org is a fantastic resource for Eagle coaches, candidates, and their parents. It has writings about how to guide a candidate through the process, and writings for candidates and their parents about what to expect. However, be aware that this is not an official Scouting America site and some information about the rules may be outdated.

It is customary for a scout’s Coach to serve as the Master of Ceremonies at their Eagle Court of Honor. However, be aware that the scout may ask whoever they’d like.