(March 3, 2016) Patrick Miller, of Boy Scouts of America Troop 225, sponsored by Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645, achieved the rank of Eagle Scout on Nov. 1.
For Miller’s project, he planned all aspects of and built an offshore reef for marine life. The bass grounds site was selected with the assistance of Capt. Monty Hawkins of the Morning Star charter, and a member of the OC Reef Foundation.
The reef site was named Eagle Scout Reef and is located about seven miles off the coast of Ocean City in water around 70 feet deep. The artificial reef will enhance habitat for fish and other sea life, which has, in turn, improved offshore fishing for recreational anglers and created new opportunities for diving enthusiasts.
Miller was also awarded these merit badges to reach the highest award in scouting: Camping, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Science, First Aid, Cycling, Personal Management, Personal Fitness, Family Life, Swimming, Nature, Hiking, Kayaking, Archery, Computers, Woodwork, Painting and Geocaching.
He said his most memorable scouting trip was spending a week cycling and camping on Cape Cod, Mass.
Approximately 150 friends and family gathered with Miller to celebrate on Nov. 1. Catering for the event was provided by Mio Fratello’s. Guest speakers included John Savage, Tom Smith, Mark Flounlacker, Matt Norman and Pastor Mark Massey. Miller’s brother, Brad, who is an Eagle Scout, also spoke.
Miller was presented with an album of letters of commendation from President Barack Obama, Pope Francis, Gov. Larry Hogan and the U.S. Secretary of the Defense, among others. He was also given an American flag that flew over the U.S. Capital.
Miller is the son of Tony and Anita Battista of West Ocean City.
For Miller’s project, he planned all aspects of and built an offshore reef for marine life. The bass grounds site was selected with the assistance of Capt. Monty Hawkins of the Morning Star charter, and a member of the OC Reef Foundation.
The reef site was named Eagle Scout Reef and is located about seven miles off the coast of Ocean City in water around 70 feet deep. The artificial reef will enhance habitat for fish and other sea life, which has, in turn, improved offshore fishing for recreational anglers and created new opportunities for diving enthusiasts.
Miller was also awarded these merit badges to reach the highest award in scouting: Camping, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Science, First Aid, Cycling, Personal Management, Personal Fitness, Family Life, Swimming, Nature, Hiking, Kayaking, Archery, Computers, Woodwork, Painting and Geocaching.
He said his most memorable scouting trip was spending a week cycling and camping on Cape Cod, Mass.
Approximately 150 friends and family gathered with Miller to celebrate on Nov. 1. Catering for the event was provided by Mio Fratello’s. Guest speakers included John Savage, Tom Smith, Mark Flounlacker, Matt Norman and Pastor Mark Massey. Miller’s brother, Brad, who is an Eagle Scout, also spoke.
Miller was presented with an album of letters of commendation from President Barack Obama, Pope Francis, Gov. Larry Hogan and the U.S. Secretary of the Defense, among others. He was also given an American flag that flew over the U.S. Capital.
Miller is the son of Tony and Anita Battista of West Ocean City.