Eagle Scout projects IN NEW YORK
Eagle's Edge Campsite in October!
Local councils and Eagle Scout approval committees have some latitude in approving projects. The details, as we understand them, are as follows:
Let it be known that in most of our projects, we can provide the supplies, but we will expect a $250 cash contribution from the scout. If the project needs no additional supplies, such as maple sugaring or firewood, no cash will be required.
Oswegatchie can offer lodging, but this will typically be at a campsite. Scouts will need to provide their own food and food prep at the campsite.
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- The Eagle Scout candidate must manage other volunteers to complete at least 40 hours of service.
- A financial commitment is typically required.
- You need to be a Life Scout before starting the Eagle Scout process.
- You must complete the number of hours you commit to accepting.
- If a project requires the purchase of resources like tools and supplies, the scout will pay a minimum of $250 to Oswegatchie for the materials we provide. (This is to ensure that the Eagle Scout is committed to the project.)
- You will need to submit your Eagle Scout plan to us in advance of submitting it to your approval committee.
Let it be known that in most of our projects, we can provide the supplies, but we will expect a $250 cash contribution from the scout. If the project needs no additional supplies, such as maple sugaring or firewood, no cash will be required.
Oswegatchie can offer lodging, but this will typically be at a campsite. Scouts will need to provide their own food and food prep at the campsite.
Got Questions? Call (315) 346-1222
Campsite Cabin Renovations An example of a cabin needing work.
The best opportunity for service projects that we have is our campsite cabins. We have 40 campsite cabins that all need some work. Each cabin requires closing of gaps in the walls and floor, staining, screen work, steps, constructing wooden bunks, and various other tasks.
Since the cabins are very important to Oswegatchie, we want to ensure scouts are committed to their projects. Oswegatchie will pay for the majority of the materials, but we require the scout to pay $250 toward materials as a sign of commitment. Finishing the individual cabin project is needed before we sign off on the project. Volunteer groups can stay at the campsite overnight if needed for a weekend of work. Planning for your own meals would also be the scout's responsibility. It is also recommended that the scout visit a campsite in advance. Also, if multiple scouts from one troop could take on various cabins at the same time. Most campsites have three cabins, making it ideal for various projects simultaneously. |
Firewood Harvesting projects
Oswegatchie has a major need for firewood labor. Typically, we have firewood logs on the deck and ready for cutting, splitting, and stacking. If a leader were able to coordinate other volunteers, an essential amount of work would get done. We burn firewood since it is more cost-effective than fuel oil. By getting volunteer labor to process the firewood, you double the value in savings for Oswegatchie.
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Seasonal Prep Work |
Maple Sugar Season Volunteers |
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Whether it be autumn or spring, we have a tremendous amount of work to do: prepping the facility, raking, moving equipment, opening buildings, or marking trails. If a group or individual needed to clock time, we can work with you.
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Sugar season is a 3-month period that requires significant manpower. Our chief sugar maker needs help. Any volunteer could clock significant hours from February to April and learn a variety of skills. Depending on your needs, we can help you out. However, the weather dramatically shifts when work is needed. You cannot predict the start or end of the sugar season, or when you need to boil. This is hard work, and it would be great for a team of volunteers to step in as the schedule shifts. At a career level, the maple season is the best skill-building opportunity we have. (The age of the average sugar producer continues to increase, leaving more opportunity for the next generation of producers.)
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