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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It does take several years of dedicated work. It's not "hard" in the sense that nearly every kid can do each piece of it ... [b]the hard part is not losing interest and quitting[/b].

For the ones you mentioned, each Scout can choose between earning the swimming merit badge OR the cycling merit badge OR the hiking merit badge. If he can do any one of those three, that's enough. They do also need to pass a basic swim test regardless of which merit badge they choose for that requirement, 75 yards of any forward stroke (it can be a dog-paddle, they don't care about technique) plus 25 yards backstroke. Some Troop leaders may be able to provide assistance, but lessons aren't included in the normal program plan.

Those are probably the most physically demanding requirements. There are a lot of other skills taught in the various ranks - compass navigation, knots, basic first aid, etc. I've never seen a kid not be able to make it through those, the Troop leaders will keep working with him until he gets it. It takes some kids longer than others, but that's ok.  Those lessons are included in the normal program, you're not expected to learn those on your own.

The Eagle project itself doesn't have to be super complicated or difficult, but does need to demonstrate leadership, planning, and benefit to a community organization.

I've seen plenty of Scouts with similar diagnoses.  Working with one right now who has autism, and I am highly confident that he'll get Eagle.  It takes him a bit longer to get through some requirements than his peers, but he keeps working at it and gets there at his own pace. The more important factor is how interested and dedicated the person is. This kid is highly motivated, so he'll get there. [/quote]

Want to emphasize the statement from the post above: [b]The hard part is not losing interest and quitting.[/b]The main culprits are girls and sports. Eagle Scouts helps to get kids away from screens (phones, TV, & video games) which I see as a public service.[/quote]

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