Service Project
Eagle Scout Project Workbook
Use the official workbook to develop your proposal, project plan, fundraising information and final report.
Open Workbook →Eagle Scout Resources
Your Path to Eagle
From planning your service project to completing the application and preparing for your board of review, find the resources you need to navigate the final steps toward Eagle Scout.
Start Here
Eagle Candidate Resources
Use the current official Scouting America forms and safety resources as you plan your project and complete your Eagle Scout application.
Rank Application
Eagle Scout Rank Application
Complete the current official Eagle Scout Rank Application after all rank requirements have been completed.
Open Application →Project Safety
Age Guidelines for Tool Use
Review age-appropriate guidelines for tools and activities before assigning work during your service project.
View Tool Guidelines →Safety
Guide to Safe Scouting
Review applicable Scouting safety policies before planning and carrying out your project activities.
View Safety Guide →Advancement Policy
Guide to Advancement
Find national policies covering Eagle applications, boards of review, references, extensions and advancement.
View Guide to Advancement →Eagle Community
National Eagle Scout Association
Explore Eagle Scout alumni resources, scholarships, recognition and opportunities through NESA.
Visit NESA →Greater Tampa Bay Area Council
Local Eagle Scout Process
Some parts of the Eagle process are handled locally. Use these Greater Tampa Bay Area Council procedures alongside the current Guide to Advancement.
Eagle References
Letters of Recommendation
Eagle candidates list personal references on the Eagle Scout Rank Application. Greater Tampa Bay Area Council uses confidential reference letters as part of the local review process.
- Ask the references listed on your Eagle application to provide a letter.
- Letters are collected by the unit, usually by the unit advancement chair or committee chair.
- Reference letters should remain sealed until the Eagle Scout board of review.
- Reference letters are confidential and are not returned to or shared with the Scout or family.
Special Circumstances
Eagle Time Extensions
Limited extensions of time may be available when a Life Scout meets the requirements established in the current Guide to Advancement.
Scouts and families should begin the process as early as possible when circumstances beyond the Scout's control may prevent completion within the normal eligibility period.
Have an Advancement Question?
Contact the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council advancement team for questions about Eagle paperwork, local procedures, references or advancement.
Get Ready for Eagle
Life to Eagle Coaching
Scouts of First Class rank or higher, parents and unit leaders can attend Life to Eagle coaching to better understand the Eagle project, paperwork and final steps toward the rank.
Stay Connected
National Eagle Scout Association
Explore scholarships, alumni opportunities and ways to remain connected to the Eagle Scout community.
Visit NESA →Court of Honor
Eagle Scout Cake Request
Using an official Scouting America or Eagle Scout logo on a commercially prepared cake? Submit a licensing request before your celebration.
Submit Cake Request →Celebrate the Journey
Share Your Eagle Story
Every Eagle Scout journey is different. Share your story, photos and memories with Greater Tampa Bay Area Council.
Tell Your Scouting Story →