Evan Emerson is Barre Vermont’s newest Eagle Scout and was honored by Barre Elks Lodge 1535 for this accomlishment! Evan’s project was rehabilitating Canales Woods Park, clearing trails of overgrown brush and debris and making handicapped accessible. Evan shared that over 200 man hours were needed and that more than 20 truckloads of debris were cleared. Those in attendance were given the opportunity to view Evan’s chronological scrapbook of the project, along with another book of mementoes including a signed letter from President and Mrs. Obama.
Pictured are Donna Bartolucci, Youth Committee Chair/Leading Knight; Grandmother Florence, Step Granddad Rich, Sister Caitlin, Parents Daren and Crystal Emerson, EagleScout Evan and Grandpa Steve
News item submitted by: Barb Watters