Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook Josh Scout 1234 Oak St. Any City, CO 12345 333-333-4444 Troop 21 Gateway District Denver Area Council Kent Cottingham Scoutmaster 1234 Oak St. Any City, CO 12345 333-333-4444 Bob Maassen - Committee Chair 1234 Oak St. Any City, CO 12345 333-333-4444
Project Description In July of 2009 I met with Marshal Masek, Director of District Services for the APEX Park and Recreation District, to discuss potential eagle projects for the city. I received a long list of projects that I could choose to take on and after much deliberation; I decided to meet with Darrell Linders, Athletic Field Maintenance Supervisor for the City of Arvada to discuss locations as well as designs of information kiosks to be placed in the Stenger complex. Marshal Masek attended as well. I decided that this project interested me because when I played soccer as a little kid, I witnessed my parents frustrations at not being able to find the right field that my practice or game was on. Friends that would come to watch me play also had a hard time finding the correct field. The project will help the immediate soccer families, but it will also help the larger city community because the city can use money spent maintaining the temporary field signs on other, more useful items. Also, the kiosks make the fields look more attractive which is a benefit to all of the citizens as well as visitors from other parts of Colorado. Project Beneficiary: Apex Park and Recreation District Representative Name: Mr. Marshal Masek Representative Title: Director of District Services Representative Address: 13150 W. 72nd Ave Arvada, CO 80005 Date of Meeting: July 30, 2009 4:00pm My project will be of benefit to the group because Many visitors come to the Stenger complex in Arvada every weekend to enjoy watching youth soccer and lacrosse. Unfortunately, to someone who has never been to the fields before or even some people who have, finding the right field can be a challenge since the complex is very large. My project will replace a temporary sign that costs the city money each year to replace because it is exposed to the elements. I will also be adding a new sign to a location that does not currently have one. These additions will serve the guests of the complex as well as the city.
Project Details Currently, the Stenger complex has one map for the south parking lot which is in constant need of repair. Sprinklers and exposure to the elements ensure that this sign needs to be replaced almost every year. In two spots located at the north parking lot there are kiosks that are more permanent signs with much lower maintenance costs. To duplicate the signs that are already in place, I will need to work with adults experienced in construction to develop the directions and the steps that my team will need to follow. I will need to use EDGE (Explain, Demonstrate, Guide and Enable) to teach the skills necessary to build the structure (such as the chiseling of the square cuts) to the volunteers. Also, I will need to direct volunteers in other tasks such as gathering materials and tools. Finally, I will need to manage and supervise the work group to make sure that the tasks are being carried out correctly and they stay on task, drink enough water, and follow safety precautions. The first day of the project will be the construction piece of the project. All of the materials and tools will be gathered and stored in my garage until needed. At the beginning of the day, I will give a safety brief with such rules as: only the adults may use the power tools, adults use safety glasses, everybody must drink water, and the glue must be used outside in order to dry and get good ventilation. Since there are no instructions on how to build the kiosks and we are trying to replicate the kiosks already there, the procedures will mostly be made up as the project goes on. Before each work day I will meet with Mr. Weiskopf, my technical guide, to discuss what needs to be done, what materials we will need, and the methods to be used for the work day. The frames and roofs will be constructed on the first day. On the second day, the frames will be loaded onto the trailer and taken to Stenger, the holes dug, cement mixed, and the posts of the frames set in the ground with the cement. Then, on the final day, the roofs will be picked up and placed on the frames. While the adults are working on getting the roofs on, the younger volunteers will work on staining and sealing the kiosks so they look better and are more resistant to weather. I plan to have an estimated 20 volunteers for the first day, of which 8 need to be adults to operate the power tools. For the second day I only need 10 volunteers, 5 of which need to be adults. The third day I also need 10 volunteers, 6 of which need to be adults. I estimate the total time others spent on the project to be 190 hours and the time I spend on the project to be 40 hours. I will need wood (see material sheet), 16 carriage bolts, 12 bags of concrete, a box of roofing nails, 25 sq. ft. of wooden shingles, 4 large pieces of cork, 6 cans of wood sealer, 4 bottles of wood glue, tarpaper, and scrap wood for bracers on the frames until the concrete hardens. For tools I will need: shovels, 2 post-hole diggers, 2 wheelbarrows, 2 electric circular saws, 2 drills, a screw gun, many hammers, 2 wrenches, tape measure, level, 2 chisels, square, first aid kit, and a flatbed trailer. Lunch will be provided for the volunteers for two days.
Total estimated cost for the materials is $676 for two information kiosks. I plan to get all of the tools donated from volunteers that are helping on the project. I expect to receive $200 in donations from businesses through materials and monetary donations as well as the pizza for lunch. I plan to hold a fundraiser at Coldstone creamery to raise the additional funds for my project. I have been given permission by the Troop 21 scoutmaster to use the troop s flatbed trailer as transport from the building site to the soccer fields.
Schedule Time Event Who? Day 1 8:00 Meet at my house All volunteers 8:00-8:10 Safety discussion and go over daily schedule All volunteers 8:10-8:15 Assigning and teaming volunteers All volunteers 8:15-11:30 Work on frames Teams 11:30-12:00 Break for lunch All volunteers 12:00-2:00 Begin work on roofs Teams 2:00-2:20 Clean-up All volunteers Day 2 9:00 Meet at my house to pick up frames and roofs Selected Adult Volunteers 9:30 Arrive at Stenger Complex All volunteers (selected arrive w/ frames) 9:30-9:45 Schedule and safety brief All volunteers 9:45-10:00 Assigning and teaming volunteers All volunteers 10:00-12:00 Dig Holes for posts Teams 12:00-12:30 Lunch All volunteers Work on roofs 12:30-1:30 Put supports on posts and mix concrete Teams 1:30-2:00 Pour concrete Teams 2:00-2:30 Clean-up, load roofs, and take them back to my house All volunteers help clean-up, selected for storage adults help transport roofs Day 3 7:30 Meet at my house to pick up roofs Selected Adult Volunteers 8:00 Meet at stenger, Breakfast All volunteers (selected arrive w/ roofs) 8:30-9:00 Instruct on stain and roof, break up into teams All volunteers 9:00-1:00 Place roofs on top of frames, stain wood, cut fiber board and secure it Teams 1:00-1:15 Clean-up All volunteers
Tools Required Shovels (2) Post-hole digger (1) Wheelbarrow (2) Electric circular saw (2) Hammer (8) Wrench (2) Tape measure Level Chisel (4) Square Troop 21 s flatbed trailer Hammer tacker Power drill (electric) (2) Power drill bits Safety glasses (5) Sandpaper Extra gloves
Locations of kiosks, shown by yellow push-pin icons. Kiosk #2 it at a location to serve the south parking lot. Kiosk #1 s location is where a trail enters the complex.
Example of already existing Kiosk
Approvals for Project Plan Representative Signature Date Scoutmaster Signature Date Committee Signature Date Council Signature Date
At least, part one of Josh s project which includes Building the frames and the roofs of information kiosks. Saturday Oct. 9 th 8:30am to 2pm Lunch will be provided They will be built at Josh s house (Directions from the Church below) 1234 Oak St. Anytown, CO Please RSVP, limited help needed (Cell) 333-333-4444 Adult Help is also needed! Bring work gloves, a hammer if you can, and a Great attitude ready for work
Day two includes completing the roofs, and setting and stabilizing the frames of the kiosks in the ground Friday Oct.15 9:00am to 2:30pm Lunch will be provided We will meet at the Stenger complex Directions from the Church below 58 th and Oak St. Please RSVP to 333-333-4444 (cell) Adult help is needed! Bring work gloves, a hammer if you can, and a Great attitude ready for work
Day three includes staining the kiosks and setting the roofs onto the frames Sunday Oct. 24 8:00am to 1:15pm Breakfast burritos will be provided We will meet at the Stenger complex Directions from the Church below 58 th and Oak St. Please RSVP to 333-333-4444 (cell) Adult help is needed! Bring work gloves, and a Great attitude ready for work
Total Hours: 252 hrs. 39 min. Time I spent: 55 hrs 25min. Time others spent: 197 hrs. 14 min. Materials Required 4 x 4 x 12' 2 x 4 x 8' 2 x 4 x 12 1 x 4 x 8 1 x 4 x 12' 4 x 8 x 1/2" OSB sheet (roof) 4 x 8 x 1/3" OSB sheet (panel) Washers 1/2 Nuts 1/2" carriage bolts 1/2 x 9" bag of concrete box of roofing nails wooden shingles Cork 4 x 8 wood sealer Liquid nails Screws Brushes Tarpaper Scrap wood for bracers (10) x $20.00 (4) x $7.77 (8) x $8.00 (8) x $5.98 (2) x $8.97 (2) x $7.47 (2) x $7.47 (16) x $0.08 (16) x $0.09 (16) x $0.90 (12) x $5.49 (1) x $3.98 (60 sq. ft.) = $103.50 (2) x $8.27 (1 can) x $15.00 (3 tubes) x $2.79 (1 box) x $8.69 (4) x $1.19 No projected cost No projected cost Estimated Cost $644.70
Actual Cost $354.50 Home Depot $117.72 Jordan s $129.79 Arvada ACE Hardware $106.99 Donations $427.87 Boulder Lumber $294 - (10) 4 x 4 x 12 posts, (8) 2 x 4 x 12 boards (2) 4 x 8 x ¾ OSB, (1) 4 x 8 x ½ OSB Home Depot $25 Ralston ACE Hardware $3.97-2.5 lbs. 2 nails Westwood ACE Hardware $54.90 - (10 bags) 60lbs. Quickrete Birk Industries $50 - Screws, tarpaper, drip edges, sandpaper, Sealer/stain Fundraising I completed a fundraising night at the Arvada Coldstone Creamery. My parents and I worked behind the counter to raise money. I also received substantial special donations from customers to the shop that night and other personal donations from supporters. Changes to the Project There were many challenges that popped up that had to be addressed and changes to the project were made in order to solve these problems. The first problem I encountered was when Mr. Weiskopf and I were getting materials from Boulder Lumber. We sure didn t expect to get rear-ended travelling up there. A slightly smashed bumper and 45 minutes later we arrived at Boulder Lumber where the second problem occurred. In the aftermath of the crash, we ended up only getting six 4 x 4 posts when the design called for 10. We had to call Boulder Lumber and ask if they would deliver the remaining 4 posts the next day which thankfully they did. The next problem was the amount of power tool work and specific measurements involved. I only had two people on saws that I could really trust and this slowed down the process. On the first day I wasn t able to complete the roofs and so I had to schedule another work day with only a few people for a few hours to finish up the roofs. Another issue that almost ended up costing more money was that the cedar shingles kept splitting when we tried to nail them to the roof. This was solved by drilling pilot holes in the shingles and then hammering the nails in.
While this didn t cost any additional money, it did cost us many more volunteer hours as this was tedious work. I was fortunate enough for the City of Arvada to drill the holes for me at the location that they wanted the kiosks placed. However, the one set of holes that they dug were 47 inches apart instead of the required 52 inches. The work team spent some manual labor making one hole bigger so the centers were 52 inches apart. This originally didn t seem like much of a problem until I realized that because of the increase of the size of the hole, the estimate on the amount of concrete I would need would be way off. Two more trips to ACE were necessary in order to finally get the adequate amount of cement (14 more bags). This was an unexpected large financial change to the project, 14 bags of Quickrete cost $76.86. Thankfully, I had received enough donations that I still had funds left to cover this unexpected expense. I had no instructions to guide me in the design of the kiosks, only measurements and observations taken from the existing kiosks that I was trying to match. This led to a few more problems that were fixed as we went along. A problem stemming from the lack of a specific building plan was an issue for putting the roofs on. Originally, setting the roofs in place involved taking out the middle cross piece on the roof in order to set the roofs over the frames. When we tried this method however, the ends of the roofs wouldn t fit over the frames so the cross piece in the middle on the frame had to be taken out until the roof was over it and then bolted back in place. This took longer and involved more lifting for the people holding the roofs up but worked out just fine. Overall, the changes that were needed turned out to be easy fixes and didn t jeopardize the project completion, only set it back a little on time or needed funds. What I learned in directing this project The biggest thing that I learned was how to deal with people and how to keep productivity and happiness up even if there was nothing to be done at the moment. The biggest challenge I faced was the limited amount of physical labor and the larger amount of precise labor that my project required. I like to have a lot of time to make sure that the right decision is being made. On-site, decisions have to be made rather quickly, decisions that could affect large parts of the project. I learned to evaluate the options and come to a good decision and stick by it. I also learned that if you don t assign tasks, it makes it harder for people to get the tasks done because there is less organization. From stepping back and directing people I learned that even though you might be able to get a task done faster if you did it yourself, it is easier to provide direction to many people and have all of them work together and complete it.
Ways I showed leadership There were times when I had to come up with something that the scouts could work on while the next pieces were being cut by the adults. This forced me to make decisions about what needed to be done next so that the volunteers on my project weren t just sitting around. One issue that I faced right from the start was finding someone to fill the gaps in my own knowledge about building a project of this scale. I had to surround myself with people that could help me and direct me on the parts that were still fuzzy to me. When I was asked a question or wasn t sure about a part of the project, I discussed it with Mr. Weiskopf, Mr. Dine, or Mr. Nelson and then I was able to take that knowledge and direct the volunteers. If I tried to complete this project myself instead of managing a team, not only would I still be working, but the quality of the final product would be lacking as well. With everyone s help, I was able to complete the project in a reasonable time frame and the kiosks look superb. I ve held many leadership positions in Boy Scouts and I believe that they have truly prepared me for this endeavor. My ASPL position at the 2010 Jamboree put to test all of my leadership skills that I had learned at Big Horn and troop JLT s. At the conclusion of my project, I presented my project to the Board of Directors of Apex Park and Recreation District at a public meeting. I was nervous speaking in front of important people. Another thing that added to my nervousness was that two other scouts presented their Eagle Scout projects the same night before I did. I was well prepared though and my presentation went great. I received a thank you letter from the board afterwards.
Before (Other project pictures were here pictures from all work days)
After
I also received a thank you letter from the Apex Board of Directors (Picture of letter was scanned here) Approvals for Completed Project Start day of project: July 30, 2009 Completion date of project: Nov. 6, 2010 The project was started and has been completed since I received the Life Scout rank, and is respectfully submitted for consideration. Applicant s signature Date This project was planned, developed, and carried out by the candidate. Signature of Scoutmaster Date Signature of Representative Date
Life Ambitions Statement When I was in 4 th grade, I decided that I wanted to make a lot of money. I started asking a lot of adults what they got paid and what they did for a living. That is around the time that I first had an interest in becoming a doctor. The difference now, however, is that I have many other reasons that I believe I would succeed in a career in the medical field. The part of these professions that excites me the most is the people factor. With a desk job, there is no chance to interact with people and put my skills in that area to good use. As a doctor I will be exposed to many different people and cases each day; no two will ever be alike. I try hard to learn a lot, I want to be very smart and the people that I know who are in the medical field are very educated. I really enjoy science class in general, but my biology and physics classes last year were my favorite. I loved doing hands on experiments and figuring out how both nature and the human body works. I received an A in my biology class both semesters last year and I plan to take more science classes in the future. Next semester I am taking an Anatomy class. I plan for this class to help me decide what specialty I want to go into. Also, I want to be the first student at my high school to take all of the Senior Science Seminars offered (I m already taking two of them as a junior). I m looking into bio-medical engineering as well as pediatrics as possible career choices. They are very different from each other, but I feel as an engineer I can put my math skills to good use as well. There are so many people that have helped me along in my life and staying on the right path. A good majority of these friends and adults I met in Boy Scouts. I really admire the dedication that adult leaders show when they still volunteer even after all of their kids have gone off to college. I plan on staying and being active in my home troop and venturing until I also go off to college. When I m older, I plan to volunteer my time to help boys on their own paths to eagle just like the adults that helped me. I ve learned so much from the adult leaders in my home troop and I want to be able to impact a young man s life with my wisdom in the future. I am currently a Junior at Ralston Valley High School in Arvada. I am going to keep my grades up to my standards throughout this year and my senior year. If I can accomplish this task I will graduate as a Valedictorian of my class which has been a goal of mine since 8 th grade. I then plan to attend an out-of-state college in order to get the full college experience. I would like to go to the east coast and work hard so I can succeed in college as well. I consider myself to be very active. I play hockey, baseball, and I run cross country. I plan to continue a high level of activity to keep myself fit and healthy even when I get older. My great grandmother is almost 90 years old and she has no problem walking to the supermarket or driving to her part-time job as a waitress. She inspires me every day and makes me believe that anything can be accomplished if you set your mind to it.
Honors and Awards Cub Scout Pack 540 Webelos Arrow of Light Cross over Boy Scout Troop 21 Scout 03-14-05 Tenderfoot 06-06-05 2 nd Class 02-06-06 1 st Class 05-22-06 Star 12-04-06 Life 07-31-07 Troop 21 Leadership Positions Scribe Patrol Leader Assistant Senior Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader Troop Guide Senior Troop guide Other positions held Big Horn Quartermaster 2009 Big Horn Troop Guide 2010 2010 Jamboree Troop 907 ASPL 2009-2010 Other Boy Scout Honors Akela 2005 Big Horn NYLT Participant 2007 Hawaii Summer Camp 2008 Hawaiiana Award 2008 2010 National Jamboree 2010 Troop 21 Spirit Award 2010 Baden Powell Award 2010 Outstanding SPL at PV 2010
Academic and Other Honors People to People Student Ambassador (earned HS credits): Summer 2005 Drake Middle School Distinguished Dragon: 2007-2008 National Junior Honor Society: 2007-2008 Drake MS Student Leadership Team: 2007-2008 Boy Scout National Youth Leadership Training: Summer 2007 Ralston Valley HS Varsity Letter Winner Cross Country: Fall 2008, 2009, 2010 Elected Co-Captain for 2011 Cross country season Academic All State 1 st team 2010 Ralston Valley HS Academic Letter Winner Fall 2008, Spring 2009, Fall 2009, Spring 2010 Ralston Valley HS Academic Athlete Award 2008, 2009 Western Academic Talent Search Highest Honors (top 10%) 2009 Spanish Club 2009, 2010 RV Baseball Spring 2009, Spring 2010 Club Ice Hockey 2008/2009, 2009/2010 Holy Cross Lutheran Church Council Youth Representative: May 2009 present Statement of Religious Belief I was baptized a Lutheran in my Dad s church in Pennsylvania. My parents were both baptized Lutheran and continue to go to church. I attend Holy Cross Lutheran Church regularly with my mom and my brother. I serve on the church council as the Youth Representative. I m also involved with the youth group and attend Wednesday youth group meetings. I believe in God the Father, creator of the universe, and His son Jesus as our Savior. To me, being a Christian doesn t just mean going to church every Sunday, it means trying to live a life in the example that Christ set for us. The values that are taught at church make the world a better place by giving us a vision of the perfect person that we can aspire to be. Also, the church is a welcoming community in which I have found many friends and am connected to a lot of great people. Without church, these values and communities would be lost. Many times I find it very hard to talk about my faith with people of different beliefs. My friends don t bring up religion as a discussion point although I know that more than a few of them are Christians like me. I try to surround myself with a mixed group of people. Some people will help me keep my faith and stay on the right path. I hope that I can help keep my other friends on the right path and help them keep their faith also. One of my favorite verses on values is Philippians 2:3-4 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you not look to your own interests, but to the interests of others.
Josh Scout 1234 Oak St. Anytown, CO 12345 November 27, 2010 Boulder Lumber 2990 Sterling Ct. Boulder, CO 80301 Boulder Lumber, Your company gave me a very generous major donation that allowed for the completion of my eagle project. With your help, information is now easily accessible to the guests of the park in a more presentable manner. Also, the city of Arvada won t have to pay to maintain the old signs which were more prone to damage. On three separate days this fall, Oct. 9 th, 15 th, and 24 th we built and installed 2 information kiosks. They are both located at the Stenger soccer fields in Arvada. One will serve the south parking lot and the other will serve the point where a trail enters the complex. I am very thankful for your donation. Respectfully yours in the community, Josh Arvada Troop 21 Eagle Scout Candidate
Josh Scout 1234 Oak St. Anytown, CO 12345 November 27, 2010 Coldstone Creamery 15400 W. 64 th Ave., #E Arvada, CO 80007 Arvada Coldstone, The fundraiser that was held at Coldstone was a major part in the funding of my eagle project. With your help, information is now easily accessible to the guests of the park in a more presentable manner. Also, the city of Arvada won t have to pay to maintain the old signs which were more prone to damage. On three separate days this fall, Oct. 9 th, 15 th, and 24 th we built and installed 2 information kiosks. They are both located at the Stenger soccer fields in Arvada. One will serve the south parking lot and the other will serve the point where a trail enters the complex. I am very thankful for your donation. Respectfully yours in the community, Josh Arvada Troop 21 Eagle Scout Candidate
Josh Scout 1234 Oak St. Anytown, CO 12345 November 27, 2010 Birk Industries 12650 W. 64 th Ave. Unit E-418 Arvada, CO 80004 Mr. Weiskopf, Your company gave me numerous donations of materials that allowed for the completion of my eagle project. Also, your large donation of personal time was critical for the completion of my project. With your help, information is now easily accessible to the guests of the park in a more presentable manner. Also, the city of Arvada won t have to pay to maintain the old signs which were more prone to damage. On three separate days this fall, Oct. 9 th, 15 th, and 24 th we built and installed 2 information kiosks. They are both located at the Stenger soccer fields in Arvada. One will serve the south parking lot and the other will serve the point where a trail enters the complex. I am very thankful for your donation. Respectfully yours in the community, Josh Arvada Troop 21 Eagle Scout Candidate
Your help really means a lot to me. I d like all of you to know that I couldn t have finished my project in the same amount of time or with the same quality without your efforts. The time mentioned below is officially volunteer hours and can be used towards rank advancement. Johnny Scout Volunteered 3 hours on 10/9/10