Below is a brief overview of the process.  For full instructions, detailed checklists, and document links, please refer to the complete Reference Guide to Eagle Scout.

1. Life-to-Eagle Advisor & Plan: Meet with your assigned advisor and develop a plan including your timeline, progress, and project ideas.

2. Merit Badges: Prioritize remaining required badges, keeping in mind that Family Life, Personal Fitness, and Personal Management take 12+ weeks to complete.

3. Service Project Proposal & Approvals: Find a service project you are passionate about.  Complete the BSA Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook. Get approval from the Beneficiary, Scoutmaster, Troop Committee, and District Committee.

4. Execute & Complete the Project: Complete the Project Plan section of the Workbook.  Lead workdays and document the process with photos. Complete the Report section and obtain post-project sign-offs.

5. Eagle Application & Paperwork: Export your Eagle Application from Scoutbook Plus and complete missing fields.  

   • Request Letters of Recommendation sent directly to the Committee Chair.

   • Write a Statement of Ambitions and Life Purpose.

   • Assemble your Eagle Binder and update your Scout Achievements Binder.

6. Scoutmaster Conference & Board of Review:  Attend your Scoutmaster Conference in full Class A uniform with your sash and binders to get signatures from the Scoutmaster. Then request your Eagle Board of Review.