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JOHN YEANDLES
Eagle Ceremony
Sat. Sept 11,1999 |
SETTING: Screens in place across the stage. USS Arizona Flag hung as backdrop. Banquet size table in center stage [4-5 ft infront of backdrop] draped with patriotic table cloth- presentation materials and ceremony candles on table. American flag and Troop flag already in their stands each at a different end of the table. 3 chairs for candidate and parents at stage right. Podium at stage left. Staircase to stage at center stage. Chairs in the front row reserved for speakers.
PREPROGRAM:
7:00 pm
- 45 min prior to ceremony - Marlene to start CD Celebrate Freedom
- 15 min prior to ceremony - Tyler to man guest book
- 15 min prior to ceremony - Justin to pass out
programs
- 5 min prior to ceremony - David Dexheimer & David Wright escorts parents to seats
MUSIC #1: Call to Colors
MUSIC #2: Ragged Old Flag
7:45 pm OPENING FLAG CEREMONY
[Greg R will light candles from behind table]
MC/Randy: [As the Scout lights the red candle.]
The red of my flag is the lifeblood of brave men ready to die or worthily live for this, our country.
[As the Scout lights the white candle.]
The white of my flag is for purity, cleanliness of purpose,
thought, word, and deed.
[As the Scout lights the blue candle.]
The blue of my flag is for faith and loyalty, like the eternal blue
of the star-filled heavens.
Greg R.: I am Old Glory: For more than nine score years I have been the banner of hope and freedom for generation after generation of Americans. Born amid the first flames of America's fight for freedom, I am the symbol of a great country. Planted firmly on the high pinnacle of American faith my gently fluttering folds have proved an inspiration to untold millions. I shall continue to be the enduring banner of the United States of America.
Please stand and join me for the pledge of allegence. Scouts salute. [recite pledge]
Two. You may be seated.
MC/Randy: Our opening was done by Troop 701's Senior Patrol Leader Greg Rocha. Eagle Scout Greg Conway will now lead us in the invocation.
INVOCATION
MUSIC #3: Save The Eagle
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God in all His wisdom made a world unto His name
Then He filled it with His creatures great and small
Then He linked them all together like the pieces of a chain
As the secret of survival for them all
Before the chain is broken forever
We gotta keep...keep the world together
We gotta save (save) save (save) the eagle
Symbol of the feeling we call free
We gotta keep the dreams alive
Keep them flying highhhhhhhh
Save the eagle
Save part of you and me
He has been an inspiration
As we've seen him in the air
Majestically ... a hero in our eyes
We've looked to him so many times
In so many different ways
And now he's looking back for life
Before the chain is broken forever
We gotta keep...keep the world together
We gotta save (save) save (save) the eagle
Symbol of the feeling we call free
We gotta keep the dreams alive
Keep them flying highhhhhhhh
Save the eagle
Save part of you and me
We gotta save (save) save (save) the eagle
Symbol of the feeling we call free
We gotta keep the dreams alive
Keep them flying highhhhhhhh
Save the eagle
Save part of you and me
GREG C.:
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I dreamed of the Eagle,
soaring high above.
Majestic, graceful;
free from it's Earthly tether.
It's presence...
shadowing and altering reality.
All who see it,
focus upon it.
At times it becomes elusive
as it dances in and out of the sun.
Watch closely,
do not turn away and
miss your chance to share
in it's spirit.
The spirit of the Eagle can be found in
each young Scout's eyes.
It's presence can be felt
by those close to achieving
Scouting's highest honor.
And it's essence
is preserved and cherished
by those known as
Eagle Scouts!
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Let us pause for a moment of silent prayer.
Amen.
CALL TO ORDER
MC/Randy: Tonight we have the honor and pleasure of recognizing John Yeandle for the award of Eagle Scout.
WELCOME AND INTRO OF INVITED GUESTS
MC/Randy: Presentation of the Eagle Award is an important and serious matter. For the Eagle Candidate before us tonight, the award is a climax of his Scouting efforts over many years. Let me point out that the attainment of this award is made possible through the assistance of those with the candidate tonight. His Scoutmasters, troop leaders, his fellow Scouts, parents, family, friends, and members of our local community.
Please stand when your name is called.
| Ron Collins | Scoutmaster, Troop 701 |
| Ron Tsuchya | Scoutmaster, Troop 519 |
| Mannie Francis | ASM 701 & Post 701 Advisor |
| Bruce Conway | ASM 701 |
| Rob Glenn | ASM 701 |
| Lou Alvarado | ASM 701 |
| Peggy Patterson | ASM 701 & mom |
| Randy Wright | ASM 701 |
| Lawrence Yano | ASM 701 |
| Carlen Colgett | Committee 701 |
| Mary Dexheimer | Committee 701 |
| Marlene Wright | Committee 701 & Treasurer |
| Pete Mengel | Former ASM 701 & Former Unit Commissioner 701 |
| Barbara LeCount | Unit Commissioner 519 |
| Clyde Sauget | Unit Commissioner 519 |
| Eric Hearn | Unit Commissioner Pack 830 |
| LeRoy Hutchings | ASM 519 |
| Jim Rees | Committee Chairman, 701 |
| Sheila Cunningham | Former Committee Chairman, 701 & Advisor Post 701 |
| Fred Bystadt | Committee Chairman, 519 |
| Jim Watts | Cubmaster, Pack 830 |
| Steve Jackson | Cubmaster, Pack 830 |
| Val Watts | Bobcat&Wolf Den Leader |
| Teresa Jackson | Bear Den Leader |
| Kathy Page | Webelos Den Leader |
| Jim Parker | Brownsea Scoutmaster |
| Bill Alexander | Sponsored Unit Rep 701 |
| Tony Cerritelli | Advisor Post 726 |
| Rhonda Cerritelli | Advisor Post 726 |
| Howard & Mildred Harrison | Advisor Post 726 |
| Thomas & Diane Henderickson | Advisor Post 726 |
| Diane Riggs | District Commissioner |
| Larry Loos | Former District Commissioner |
| Al Cunningham | Former District Commissioner |
| John Porter | District Chairman |
| Charles Howard-Gibbon | Former District Executive |
| Albert Gallegos | Former District Executive |
| Dave Wagner | Former District Executive and Wente Camp Director [he sends greetings from Disneyland] |
| Scott Evans | District Director |
| Premadonna Campbell | District Executive |
| Bryant Daar | Wente Program Manager [he sends greetings from Thialand, where he is looking for a teaching job] |
| Ken Parker | Eagle Advisor |
| Bill Gardner | HARD & a scouter |
| Eric Willyerd | HARD & a scouter |
| Mark Dieter | Sulphur Creek Naturalist |
| and Many Merit Badge Counselors | Please stand if you were one of them or contributed in anyway to John's scouting career. |
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Thank you all for the contributions you have made to John Yeandle's scouting career. If we failed to mention you please be assured that your contributions were appreciated. You may be seated.
MUSIC #4: Listen to the Eagle
MC Randy: This is an occasion for pride and joy as well as a time for reflection. The Eagle is the highest rank that Scouting offers. It's earned through the advancement program. Scout John Yeandle has distinguished himself through his continued, active service in Scouting. He is trained and practiced in his leadership abilities, and he is marked by the character gained through an understanding of his citizenship and religious beliefs. It is important that we understand the meaning of the Eagle badge.
MC/Randy: Carlen Colgett will share with us the meaning of being an Eagle Scout.
MEANING OF EAGLE
Carlen: It means that you have the ability to be a leader. Not of a gang or criminal organization but a leader of like minded individuals that uphold a creed, a sacred oath. A passion for life and the principals that founded the United States of America. Patriotism is a loyalty you will never break. If called on you would voluntarily give your life for your country. But more importantly, you will work to make it better. Duty to God is an ongoing learning and incorporating of similar moral values that ensure that you will be a compassionate and productive citizen.
Eagle Scout is not a patch, an award or certificate to hang on the wall. It is a way to live your life. Although the trail to Eagle is hard work and fun; it is much more. The Eagle rank is an education. Each rank is a chapter. The conclusion is that by earning the Eagle rank the individual has the tools to be a responsible consciences citizen who would gladly advance the group before the individual.
MC/Randy: Jim Rees will review our candidates criteria for becoming an Eagle Scout.
REVIEW OF EAGLE RANK CRITERIA
JIM REES: Less than 1 out of 50 scouts (or 2%) in the United States reach the Eagle Rank. As you may have guessed Scoutings purpose is the building of character, training of leadership, and the practice of service.
To become an Eagle Scout, a Scout must earn a minimum of 21 merit badges, including 12 of which are required. He must serve actively in a troop leadership position for a period of six months after achieving the rank of Life Scout. While a Life Scout, he must plan, develop, and carry out a service project helpful to a religious institution, school, or community in a manner worthy of an Eagle Scout. He must demonstrate, through the testimony of character references and otherwise, that he lives by the principles of the Scout Oath and Law in his daily life. Finally, he must appear before a Board of Review.
John has been in Troop 701 for 5 years since June 1994. He has earned a total of 22 merit badges and has served as Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader. He has served on the staff at Wente Scout Reservation for 2 years as a wrangler. He completed the Brownsea leadership training course prior to joining this troop. While a member of Troop 519 he served as a Patrol Leader and Troop Quartermaster. He served Post 726 in various capacities including Vice President.
John's Eagle Project was refurbishing the trail at the Sulpher Creek Nature Center.
John passed his board of review six months ago on March 17,1999.
As Committee Chairman for Troop 701, it is my pleasure to report that after a thorough review of his qualifications, John Yeandle has qualified for the rank of Eagle Scout and is entitled to receive the Eagle Scout Award.
MC/Randy: Tres Ranchos' District Commissioner Diane Riggs will open our Court of Honor.
OPENING OF COURT
Diane: By
authority vested in me as a representative of the Tres Ranchos District of The San Francisco Bay Area Council and the National Council,Boy Scouts of America, I declare this court of honor to be duly convened.
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATE
[HONOR GUARD: David Wright and David Dexheimer]
MC/Randy: Honor guard, please escort before this court of honor, Eagle candidate John Yeandle where he
will be prepared to receive the highest rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America, that of Eagle Scout.
[The honor guard will escort the Eagle candidate to the stage. He will take a seat at stage right.]
Eagle Scout Jim Watts was John's cubmaster in Pack 830. He will tell us about the trail to eagle.
TRAIL TO EAGLE
Jim Watts:
[personal comments may be added here]
I am the voice of the Eagle.
I speak for The Eagles whose summit you have struggled so hard to reach.
We remember well when you first came to the base of our mountain, and how you looked up with ambition and determination.
Pause for a moment, and look back over the trail you have climbed: Look back at the adventures you have encountered on your ascent. These experiences are a valuable teacher if you but heed them.
We remember when you took your first steps upon the Boy Scout trail.
With your first step you began to start living the Scout Oath and Law. You began to build yourself, physically, mentally, and morally. Your brother scouts then called you a Tenderfoot -- and they were right, for you were indeed a tenderfoot.
But not for long. For as you climbed, you soon reached a turning in the trail, and you were greeted by a large group of friendly Second Class Scouts.
Some, like yourself, were stopping to catch their breath, before continuing along the trail. But you studied more, you worked harder, you continued your climb, and soon came to another turning, the place where First Class Scouts dwell.
There you found a green, flowered meadow close by a crystal clear stream, sparkling in sunshine. Many other scouts rested beside the murmuring waters. You were tempted to remain. But your ambition spurred you, and you continued your upward venture.
We next remember your progress when you turned the trail to become a Star Scout. You found the trail from First Class had been an optical illusion, not so difficult as it had first seemed. This inspired you to push onward, to climb higher.
But now the trail was steeper, and less traveled. Fewer Scouts seemed headed in your direction. You looked back and saw crowds below you. You looked up, and saw very few above. Yet, with the same determination as you started your climb, now enhanced by experience and firm resolve, you continued to push up the trail.
Soon you turned another corner on the trail and the Heart shaped badge of the Life Scout was placed on your uniform. You will always recall the thoughts in your heart at this moment, it has been experienced by all scouts reaching the ledge of Life: "Now I am close to the Eagle, I will carry on".
But the trail now grows tougher and fainter, many seem to falter along the way. The original simple principles of the Scout Oath and Law take on a fuller meaning, as your understanding grows greater.
Will everyone in the room who has reached the rank of Eagle Scout please stand.
[Pause while they stand]
WE, the Eagles, have watched your character unfold and become more manly. We have watched your leadership ability expand into a valuable asset. We have watched your mind develop and your wisdom increase. Yes, We have watched all these things in you.
And now, that you are standing at the summit of the trail, in the glory of sunshine and wind and cloud at the threshold of your goal, WE, your Fellow Eagles applaud you and welcome you, for you have done your climbing in a true Scout-like manner.
Eagles please remain standing.
MC/Randy: Will all scouts and scouters please stand and join us for the scout oath which will be lead by our SPL Greg Rocha.
PRESENTATION OF SCOUT OATH
SPL GREG:
Make one. On my honor.....
PROJECT SPEAKERS
MC/Randy: An eagle candidate demonstrates his commitment to his community by completing a service project. John's project was to refurbish the trail at the Sulpher Creek Nature Center.
San Leandro's Mayor Sheila Young has sent a message regarding John's Eagle Project. "On behalf of the community of San Leandro, thank you for giving your time and talents to the improvements of the Sulpher Creek Nature Center. Sulpher Creek is a wonderful natural resource that is enjoyed by communities throughout the East Bay. Your trail project will be appeciated by all who visit the center."
And Hayward's Mayor Roberta Cooper sent a certificate of appreciation for the service John did for her community.
Mark Dieter, the Naturalist at Sulpher Creek regrets that he is unable to be with us tonight. He has asked that we read to you what he would have said if he could have been here tonight. The letter will be read by Bill Gardner.
[READ LETTER]
Dear John,
I am sorry that I will not be able to attend your Eagle Court of Honor. I know that it must be a proud moment for you, and I wish that I could be there to share it with you. I admire you for the years of hard work you put in to becoming an Eagle Scout. It truly is a great honor.
I would like to take a moment to thank you for all your dedication to completing our trail at Sulpher Creek. I was impressed with how quickly you were able to finish the project. The trail you rebuilt and revitalized for us has already had an impact on the enjoyment of park visitors. Campers in our summer camp program were able to explore the trail trying to obseve local birds. One week, we were able to watch a Red-shouldered Hawk fly from a tree just a few feet from the trail you built. Others weeks in camp, sparrows and juncos were observed eating blackberries along the trail. Families enjoy the trail every weekend, getting a chance to get away from the more crowded parts of the park. I thank you on behalf of all the people who have enjoyed your trail and all those who will in the future.
I am continually impressed by people, like you, who volunteer their time to us at Sulpher Creek Nature Center. Time, of course, is the most valuable thing anyone can give. Once you have given your time away, there is no way to replace it. I hope you will sustain this spirit of volunteerism throughout your life. Please continue finding worthwhile causes and projects to spend your time on. Reflecting back on your life as a wise old man, these are the things that will make you most proud.
Thanks again!
Sincerely yours,
Mark Dieter
Director of Wildlife Education
Sulpher Creek Nature Center
MC/Randy: Thank you. Will the honor guard please escort John's parents to the stage.
[HONOR GUARD: David Dexheimer and David Wright]
[pause]
Bruce Conway will present the Eagle Scout Challenge
EAGLE SCOUT CHALLENGE
Bruce: [personal comments may be added here]
The foremost responsibility of an Eagle Scout is to live with honor. To an Eagle Scout, honor is the foundation of all character. He knows that "A Scout is trustworthy" is the very first point of the Scout Law for a good reason. An Eagle Scout lives honorably, not only because honor is important to him but because of the vital significance of the example he sets for other Scouts. Living honorably reflects credit on his home, his church, his troop, and his community May the white of the Eagle badge remind you to always live with honor.
The second obligation of an Eagle Scout is Loyalty. A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation. His loyalty to his troop and brother Scouts makes him pitch in and carry his share of the load. All of these help to build the loyalty that means devotion to community, to country, to one's own ideals, and to God. Let the Blue of the Eagle badge always inspire your loyalty.
The third obligation of an Eagle Scout is to be courageous. Courage has always been a quality by which men measure themselves and others. To a Scout, bravery means not only the courage to face physical danger, but also the determination to stand up for the right. Trusting in God. With faith in his fellow man. He looks forward to each day, seeking his share of the world's work to do. Let the red of the Eagle badge remind you always of courage.
The fourth obligation of an Eagle Scout is to be cheerful. To remind the Eagle Scout to always wear a smile. The red, white, and blue ribbon is attached to the scroll of the Second Class Scout award, which has its ends turned up in a smile.
The final responsibility of an Eagle Scout is service. The Eagle Scout extends a helping hand to those who still toil up Scouting's trail, just as others helped him in his climb to the Eagle. The performance of the daily Good Turn takes on a new meaning when enters a more adult life of continuing service to others. The Eagle stands a protector of the weak and helpless. He aids and comforts the unfortunate and oppressed. He holds the right of others while defending his own. He will always "Be Prepared" to put forth his best.
You deserve much credit for having achieved Scouting's highest award. But wear your award with humility, ever mindful the Eagle Scout is looked up to as an example. May the Scout Oath and the Scout Law be your guide for tomorrow and onward.
MC/Randy: Ron Tsuchya who was John's Scoutmaster in Troop 519 will present the eagle charge.
EAGLE SCOUT CHARGE
Ron T.:
[personal comments may be added here]
I have the honor of giving you the Eagle Scout charge on the occasion of the elevation to the highest award in Scouting. The Scouts of all nations constitute one of the most meaningful and significant movements in the world's history. You have been judged by the Boy Scouts of America as being worthy of this honor. All who know you rejoice in your achievement.
Your position, as you well know, is one of honor and responsibility. You are a marked man. As an Eagle Scout, you have assumed a solemn obligation to do your duty to God, to country, to your fellow Scouts, and to mankind in general. This is a great undertaking. As you live up to your obligations, you bring honor to yourself and to your brother Scouts. America has many good things to give you and your children after you; but
these good things depend for the most part on the quality of her citizens. Our country has had a great past. You can help make the future even greater. I charge you to undertake your citizenship with solemn dedication.
Be a leader, but lead only toward the best. Lift up every task you do and every office you do and every office you hold to the highest level of service to God and to your fellow man. So live and serve that those who know you will be inspired to finer living. We have too many who use their strength and their brains to exploit others and to gain selfish ends.
I charge you to be among those who dedicate their skills and ability to the common good. Build American on the solid foundation of clean living, honest work, unselfish citizenship, and reverence for God; and, whatever others may do, you will leave behind you a record of which every other Scout may be justly proud.
EAGLE OATH
MC Randy:Tres Ranchos District Executive Scott Evans will present the
Eagle Oath.
Scott:I will now ask you to make the Scout
sign and repeat after me;...
[John stands; parents behind him]
Scott and JohnY:
I reaffirm my allegiance to the three promises of the
Scout Oath...
I thoughtfully recognize and take upon myself..
the obligations and responsibilities of the rank of Eagle Scout...
On my honor, I will do my best...
to make by training and example...
my rank and my influence...
count strongly for better citizenship...
in my troop...
and in my church...
and in my community, and in my contacts with other people...
To this I pledge my word of honor...
TWO!
John P:
By the authority vested in me by the National Court
of Honor of the Boy Scouts of America, it is my privilege to
pronounce you, John Yeandle, an Eagle Scout. Let's have a round
of applause for this fine young man.
BADGE PRESENTATION
MC/Randy:John, your parents have been a source of support for the years you have spent on your trail to Eagle.
They are very proud of you, as are all of us in Troop 701
Your mother has given you love, encouragement and support for
many years not only in Scouting, but also in your many other
activities. It is with great pleasure I ask her to pin the
Eagle medal on your uniform.
[Randy hands metal to Peggy who pins on John]
Over the years, John, you have had the chance to pin
many mother's pins on your mother. This evening you have the
honor of pinning the Eagle mother's pin on her and thanking
her one more time for all that she has done for you.
[Randy hands mothers pin to John for him to pin on]
John, Bruce Bagnoli has been a father figure for you. I now call
upon Bruce to place the Eagle neckerchief around your neck.
[Randy gives Bruce the Eagle neckerchief and slide --
which Bruce places around John 's neck.]
John, Bruce has helped you along the Eagle trail and in all
other aspects of your life. He has always been there for you when you needed help and he has always encouraged you to achieve and learn in your endeavors. Please pin this Eagle tie tack on him.
[Randy gives John the tie tack which John pins on Bruce]
You are now an Eagle Scout, and as such you must never
disappoint your parents who have done so much for you. Understand that without their support achieving the rank of
Eagle would have been all but impossible.
Randy-MC:Scott Evans, the Tres Ranchos District Director will now make a presentation.
Scott:On behalf of the National Boy Scouts of America I now present you with the Eagle Scout Certificate, membership card, and plaque. Congratulations.
[Say any other words you would like to say]
MC/RANDY:Eagle Scout John Yeandle, you and your parents may be seated.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
MC/Randy:I congratulate you as an Eagle Scout. The eagle soars high
and seeks to rest only upon the lofty peaks. As an Eagle Scout,
you too must soar high. You must not swerve from the path of duty.
Your ideals must be lofty. You must strive to obtain that which is
the highest and noblest in life.
John has received several letters of congratulations
from people such as President Ford and Art Linkletter.
These are available for view in the back of the room.
I have the honor to read to you a special message from the
conductor of the United States Air Force Band.
[read letter]
Dear John
My heartiest congratulations to you upon your selection to
the rank of Eagle Scout. I am honored that you thought enough
of The United States Air Force Band to request a letter. It is
my privilege to express my thoughts on what it means to be an
Eagle Scout.
Providing service to one's family, friends, community, and nation
is a valued quality in a person. An Eagle Scout reflects service
in all deeds. I have the honor of working with several men in the
band who were Eagle Scouts. In their very words and actions, they
reflect the value of service they learned in their youth.
You have been given the tools needed for a successful life and
have worked diligently to use those tools to benefit others,
thereby bringing great credit upon yourself The eagle is a proud
symbol of our country. I am proud to wear colonel's eagles on my
shoulder. Be equally proud that as an Eagle Scout you will forever
be associated with such a great icon. I challenge you to continue
your journey of service. Give back to the community that which you
have taken, for then and only then will you truly soar with the
eagles.
On behalf of the men and women of The United States Air
Force Band, I wish you the very best in all of your pursuits.
Sincerely,
Lowell E. Graham, Colonel, USAF
Commander and Conductor
of the United States Air Force Band.
MC/RANDY:
As a side note, the bugle selections you are hearing tonight
are from recordings of the Air Force Band lead by Colonel Graham.
The California State Assembly has recognized John by passing a
resolution introduced by Assemblyman Ellen Corbett and Senator Liz Figueroa. This resolution #2049
has been read into the legislative record of the State of
California and will stand in California history as a rememberance
of John Yeandle obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout. The resolution
can be seen at the back of the room.
Secretary of State Bill Jones, Attorney General Bill Lockyer,
and Alameda County Supervisor Mary King have all forwarded their
own resolutions commemorating this occasion.
Troop 701 has a tradition of awarding a savings bond to it's scouts
who have obtained the rank of Eagle. John is receiving a $50
savings bond from the troop.
The American flag, which was raised over the U.S.S. Arizona
in honor of this Eagle Scout during the week of his Board of
Review 3/15/99,and is on display here tonight, will be presented
to John by his parents. This flag is for him to keep as a daily
reminder of his duty to serve God, his country and others.
EAGLES RESPONSE [John to pre write this]
MC RANDY:Would our new Eagle Scout like to say a
few words?
[John speaks]
MC/Randy:Thank you Eagle Scout. Please rejoin your parents.
Diane Riggs will share with you a mothers feelings about
this occassion.
LEGEND OF THE ROSE
Diane: [add any personal commits you wants to make
and then read poem]
"Where has my little baby gone?" -- The Cub Scout's Mother asked,
"He went by here awhile ago. -- Did you not see him pass?"
He'd gone to be a Tiger Cub -- And then a Wolf was he.
He learned to carve the pinewood car, -- And sing the songs with glee.
And after that he was a Bear, -- And then a Webelos Scout.
He learned the Boy Scout Oath and Law, -- And fun in full amount.
Crossed over to be a Boy Scout, -- And shown what kindness meant.
His best is what he'd have to be, -- Everywhere he went.
"Where has my baby boy gone?" -- The Boy Scout's Mother asked,
"He went by here awhile ago. -- Did you not see him pass?"
To hike the trails and pitch a tent, -- To swim the lakes and streams,
To kindle a fire under the stars, -- These were his every day dreams.
Down the long trail to Eagle, -- He smilingly went his way.
The many adventures that he had, -- Shaped the man we see today.
He learned to be a citizen, -- A helping hand to lend.
He learned what cheerful service means, -- And how to be a friend.
"Where has my baby boy gone?" -- The Boy Scout's Mother asked,
"He went to be a Boy Scout, -- And he grew to be a man."
Throughout Scouting's history, the rose has been associated with
the presentation of the Eagle. The path of a boy from Scout to
Eagle is long and often times hard. He does not travel the
"Trail to Eagle" alone. Many people have been involved with
him in his process some of whom were identified to you earlier in the program.
There is one person in particular that is honored in addition
to the Eagle scout, that person is his mother.
From that first overnight camp-out to the pinning on of his Eagle,
she has shared the adventures of Scouting with her son in a special
way.
With her guidance and encouragement, she has helped her son achieve
a goal many fail to reach. She has watched her son mature from
a young boy to a young man with a purpose to his life.
She has been there to share his excitement of camping and hiking
with his brother scouts. She has washed load after load of dirty
clothes brought~ home from camping trips. Most important of all,
she has been there for her son when the going got rough and spirits
low,as only a mother can. Her love has been an important ingredient
in her sons achievement.
We honor her today with the presentation of seven red roses,
each rose a symbol of rank in the seven ranks of Scouting.
[John takes flowers over to Peggy's seat and gives it to her.]
CLOSE OF CEREMONY
MC Randy:
As I put out this blue candle, representing loyalty, may we
be ever mindful of the obligation that a Scout is loyal. He is loyal
to all to whom loyalty is due: his Scout leaders, his home, his
parents, and his country.
[Greg R. blows out the candle]
As I put out this white candle,representing purity,
may we be ever mindful of the obligation that a Scout is clean.
He is clean in body and thought, stands for clean speech,
clean sports, clean habits, and he travels with a moral crowd.
[Greg R. blows out the candle]
As I put out this red candle, representing courage and sacrifice,
may we be ever mindful of our obligation that a Scout is brave. He
has the courage to face danger in spite of fear, and to stand up
for the right against the coaxing of friends and the jeers or
threats of enemies, and defeat does not down him.
[Greg R. blows out the candle]
Diane:
I now declare this Eagle Court of Honor closed.
BENEDICTION
MC Randy:Tyler Colgett will now lead us in the benediction.
Music #5: Echo Taps
Tyler:May the Great Scoutmaster of all scouts watch over us and
protect us until we meet again. Amen.
John: [Goes to bottom of stairs and says:]
Circle up.
[all the scouts in the audience line up infront of the stage and recite the scout laws].
A scout is...
All scouts in 701:
Trustworthy....
John:Are scouts prepare?
All scouts in 701:We are!
MC Randy:
We invite everyone present to come forward to congratulate
the new Eagle Scout and his parents and to join us for refreshments.
John's project workbook and letters and certificates of
congratulations will also be available for viewing at this time.
I would also remind everyone to sign the guest book for this ocassion.
Thank you for joining us tonight.
Music#6: Rodeo: Hoedown by Aaron Copland and #7 America the Beautiful.
Music#8: put on background CD for reception The Nature of
America.
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