Troop 263 Eagle Scouts

John Newton

EAGLE SCOUT: November 2nd, 2008


John's Eagle Scout project was a cemetary sign for the Church of St Peter's Historic Cemetery in Mendota, Minnesota. The sign is made up of limestone saved from the church's old rectory and Heritage Hall. The limestone was used to keep in the tradition of the old Historic Church and the new church. The project was completed in August, 2008 and required 257 total hours to plan and construct the sign. Because of the amount of mortar used in the base of the sign, it should stand for many decades and the church was very happy with the final outcome.

John plans to continue in his love of Scouting by serving Troop 263 and fellow scouts in helping them to succeed in achieving scouts highest honor, Eagle.

Paul Nystuen

EAGLE SCOUT: November 2nd, 2008


Paul's Eagle Scout project was to work with the City of Lakeville to landscape the newly-constructed Lakeville Veteran's Memorial. The memorial would allow visitors to easily view an F-86 Sabre jet donated by Bill Studer of Lakeville and honor our country's Veterans. Paul worked with the City of Lakeville employees, Friedges Landscaping and coordinated volunteers to prepare the grounds, lay sod and prepare flower beds for planting. He prepared the memorial site for the dedication ceremonies by placing shrubs and freshly cut flowers in the flower beds. The project was completed in November of 2006 and required 135 hours to plan and carry out. The Memorial was dedicated on Veteran's Day of 2006 and has been enjoyed by many visitors since.

Paul has enjoyed his many experiences in Scouts and plans to continue to be active in Scouting.

Coltan Adkins

EAGLE SCOUT: April 11th, 2008


Coltan's Eagle Scout project took place at YMCA Camp Streefland in Lakeville, MN. The camp wanted to use a small island in a lake next to the camp more. It was accessible by a small bridge or canoe. A campfire pit as well as 4 benches surrounding the fire pit as well as a 5th bench that overlooked the lake was constructed. The island campsite is used considerably more now.

Brad Smith

EAGLE SCOUT: April 11th, 2008


Brad's Eagle Scout project was waterfront conservation at Lakeville's Casperson Park.

David M. Rittenhouse

EAGLE SCOUT: October 10th, 2006

Alex C. Priest

EAGLE SCOUT: November 8th, 2005

Geoffrey C. Pittman

EAGLE SCOUT: November 4th, 2005


Geoff's Eagle Scout project was rebuilding the walkway and driveway of a parsonage.

Matthew R. Timm

EAGLE SCOUT: November 8th, 2004

Thomas R. Saladin

EAGLE SCOUT: December 27th, 2003

Thomas W. Pothen

EAGLE SCOUT: November 13th, 2003

Jesse G. Meyer

EAGLE SCOUT: November 13th, 2003

Matthew P. Johnson

EAGLE SCOUT: November 13th, 2003

Brandon K. Lammers

EAGLE SCOUT: February 13th, 2003

Martin L. Johnson

EAGLE SCOUT: December 10th, 2002

Charlie T. Pittman

EAGLE SCOUT: December 3rd, 2002

Kyle N. Bowles

EAGLE SCOUT: December 3rd, 2002

Clay E. Van De Bogart

EAGLE SCOUT: October 8th, 2002

Aaron Van De Bogart

EAGLE SCOUT: July 2nd, 2002

David H. Saladin

EAGLE SCOUT: April 29th, 2002

Joseph J. Saladin

EAGLE SCOUT: April 15th, 2002

Michael D. McGrath

EAGLE SCOUT: January 21st, 2002

Jonathan S. Haverly

EAGLE SCOUT: January 15th, 2002

Mark M. Miller

EAGLE SCOUT: December 11th, 2001

Michael W. Martz

EAGLE SCOUT: July 3rd, 2001

Geoff Hartway

EAGLE SCOUT: February 12th, 2001

Eric S. Petersen

EAGLE SCOUT: November 7th, 2000

Jonathan M. Dowd

EAGLE SCOUT: November 7th, 2000

Brett A. MacKenzie

EAGLE SCOUT: November 5th, 1999

John P. Sydness

EAGLE SCOUT: August 17th, 1999

Devin C. Johnson

EAGLE SCOUT: November 13th, 1998

Mark A. Bratlie

EAGLE SCOUT: March 25th, 1999

Ryan S. Hartway

EAGLE SCOUT: May 15, 1997

Brian C. Petersen

EAGLE SCOUT: November 16, 1995