Boy Scouting, for boys 11 through 17, includes participation in a vigorous outdoor program.
“On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country, to obey the Scout law, to help other people at all times, to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight.”
Stephen Gray knows the words to the Boy Scout pledge by heart. It’s no wonder. After six years in the scouting program he’s said them over and over again and they never fail to guide and inspire him.
Right now the 16-year-old Vero Beach High School student and member of Troop 567 needs all of the guidance and inspiration he can get as he works towards becoming an Eagle Scout. The significance of achieving Scouting’s highest rank is tremendous. In order to be eligible, Gray must earn a total of 21 merit badges and perform a service project of significant value to the community.
Read the entire article in the September 2002 issue
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