Thread: Eagle Scouts stand up to the Boy Scouts of America

BRAVO i say

Eagle Scouts stand up to the Boy Scouts of America: *UPDATED* - Boing Boing

If you aren't familiar with American Boy Scouting's Eagle Scout award, it might be a little hard to explain how important this story really is. Eagle Scout is a big deal. For one thing, it takes a lot of work to get the position. A scout has to earn 21 merit badges and then spearhead a community service project that they organize and manage themselves from start to finish. Add to that the fact that most kids don't stay in scouts through high school anyway, and you end up with the award representing a relatively small and elite group. Since 1911, about 2.1 million men have earned an Eagle Scout award. And it has serious implications once you graduate high school. There are scholarships. Eagle Scouts who enlist in the military after high school can start off with a higher rank than their peers. The adult Eagle Scouts I know have told me that they've gotten interview call-backs or even job opportunities because the award was on their resumes. Basically, it's more than just this medal you pick up at age 17. For many men, it's a lifelong position—and one that demonstrates a commitment to serving others and caring for the community.

That is awesome.

I was a scout; I approve.

I have been encouraging my sister to enroll her son in a local tracker group instead of BSA because of this and other issues.

I almost went the Eagle Scout path. Decided to get an award through my summer camp instead. Glad I went that route.

Explorer all the way. When you can't go to the range you get watch Cops Too hot for TV.

Hopefully they get the message.

Originally Posted by phidan

While i don't think i'd send in my medal, I'd definitely consider writing a letter.

Sending in the medal is a hard thing to do

thats the point to show them how wrong they are to sacrafice something important shows their dedication more then an angry letter