Austin’s Troop 5 and Troop 50 Honor Their Newest Eagle Scouts

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Front row: Jane McKenna, Juliet Auby, Samson Celerier, Jack Reichenberg, Rory Comstock, Woods Smith, and John Wilson Back row: Sara Jane Ellison, Preston Sims, Stephen Eidson, Billings Key, and Colten Cumby
Front row: Jane McKenna, Juliet Auby, Samson Celerier, Jack Reichenberg, Rory Comstock, Woods Smith, and John Wilson Back row: Sara Jane Ellison, Preston Sims, Stephen Eidson, Billings Key, and Colten Cumby

On April 27, 2025, nine young men from Troop 5 and three young women from sister Troop 50 were honored with the prestigious Eagle Scout rank at their Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony.  Both troops are sponsored by First United Methodist Church in downtown Austin.

Established in 1911, Troop 5 is one of the oldest continuously operating troops in the United States and draws Scouts from 12 different zip codes across Austin. The Eagle Scout rank, Scouting’s highest honor, has been awarded to young men since 1912 and to young women since 2020.

Only about 6% of Scouts achieve the Eagle Scout rank.  Requirements include progressing through seven ranks, earning at least 21 merit badges, and completing a significant Eagle service project demonstrating project planning skills, time management, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and comprehensive leadership.

Congratulations to the twelve new Eagle Scouts from Troops 5 and 50, whose outstanding hard work, leadership, and commitment earned them this distinguished honor!