Johnny Barrett of Riddle Earns Eagle Scout Rank After Completing 236 Hour Service Project
Johnny Barrett of Troop 36 in Riddle has earned the rank of Eagle Scout after completing a 236 hour service project building benches for a local baseball field. Barrett plans to graduate in 2026 and is pursuing dual credit coursework in UCC’s Mechatronics program.
RIDDLE, Ore. — Johnny Barrett, a member of Troop 36 in Riddle, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in Scouting.
As part of the Eagle Scout requirements, Barrett planned, led, and completed an Eagle Scout Service Project totaling 236 hours. His project involved building benches for a local baseball field, expanding on two previous Eagle projects and addressing a need in the community.
Barrett, a longtime baseball fan, said he wanted to create an improvement that families, players, and spectators could use for years. The project took approximately three days of construction, during which he also worked with younger Scouts, teaching them how to build the benches while helping guide teamwork and leadership. Lumber for the project was donated, and fundraising support was provided by friends and family.
During his time in Scouting, Barrett said his favorite merit badge was Horsemanship, which he completed at Camp Baldwin, noting it was especially meaningful because it helped him work through a personal fear. He said his least favorite merit badge was Fingerprinting, which he described as challenging.
Barrett also shared that the point of the Scout Law he considers most important is Trustworthy, explaining that trust is what bonds people together. He said Obedience can be one of the more difficult points at times, especially when he has different ideas on how to complete a task.
During his Board of Review, Barrett spoke about personal challenges, including the passing of Scout leader Dave Gianotti, and said the experience helped motivate him to complete the Eagle Scout process. He also expressed appreciation for support from his parents, sister, and his project coach and the coach’s son.
Looking ahead, Barrett plans to graduate high school in 2026 and is currently pursuing dual credit coursework through the Mechatronics program at Umpqua Community College, aligning with his interests in robotics, engineering, and entrepreneurship. He also said he hopes to continue supporting Scouting by encouraging others to join and serving as a future leader within his troop.
Barrett said he hopes younger Scouts can learn from his experience, including the importance of finishing strong.
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