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Instructions to Scout: Everyone you listed on your Eagle Scout Rank Application in requirement #2 should write a
recommendation letter. The only reference that may be omitted is that of employer if you do not have a job. If you do not
have a religious reference, a parent must provide a statement of religious beliefs for you. The Letter of Recommendation is
confidential and is not returned directly to you. After completion, Eagle Letters of Recommendation for are to be submitted in
sealed envelopes to your District Eagle Chairperson. Remember to include this page of information when sending out the
reference forms.
Instructions to Reference: This Eagle Scout Letter of Recommendation should be based upon your personal interaction with
the Eagle Scout Candidate and should take into consideration your observance of how he exemplifies the points of the Scout
Oath and the Scout Law which are listed below. Upon completion, this letter should not be given to the Scout. Eagle Letters
of Recommendation for a scout are to be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Eagle Candidate’s District Eagle Chair. The
Eagle Candidate will provide you with the appropriate address. Thank you for taking time to complete this recommendation
letter.
The Scout Oath
The Scout Law
On my honor I will do my best
A Scout is:
To do my duty to God and my country
TRUSTWORTHY
and to obey the Scout Law;
A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of
conduct. People can depend on him.
To help other people at all times;
LOYAL
To keep myself physically strong,
A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
HELPFUL
mentally awake, and morally straight.
A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for others
without pay or reward.
FRIENDLY
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to
understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his
own.
COURTEOUS
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows good
manners make it easier for people to get along together.
KIND
A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he
wants to be treated. He does not hurt or kill harmless things without
reason.
OBEDIENT
A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws
of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair,
he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey
them.
CHEERFUL
A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that
come his way. He tries to make others happy.
THRIFTY
A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen
needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time
and property.
BRAVE
A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for
what he thinks is right even if others laugh at or threaten him.
CLEAN
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those
who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and
community clean.
REVERENT
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He
respects the beliefs of others.