Eagle Scout Projects Available
One such project has already been completed. Philip Hyde from Friendswood, TX, decided to redeck the Denver and Rio Grande Southern flat car for his Eagle Scout project.
To assist in this effort, his scoutmaster obtained a $1,000 grant from Exxon to purchase materials.
One such project has already been completed. Philip Hyde from Friendswood, TX, decided to redeck the Denver and Rio Grande Southern flat car for his Eagle Scout project.
To assist in this effort, his scoutmaster obtained a $1,000 grant from Exxon to purchase materials.
The Boy Scout Railroading Merit Badge course is divided into sections. For example, one section is an "Operation Lifesaver" presentation concerning safety around railroads and rail cars. Another section allows the scouts to visit the cab of a steam locomotive and an operating diesel locomotive. Another section compares several different types of railcars in the collection.
As part of the class is taught outdoors in the yard, we suggest the best time to have classes is in the spring or fall. As with all Merit Badge classes, scouts should have purchased the handbook and have read it before attending the class. To obtain the Merit Badge, scouts must fulfill certain requirements listed in the back of the handbook. By agreement with the Bay Area Council, the requirements in bold are ones recommended. Any alternative requirements may be substituted if desired.
Education Programs
Eagle Scouts interested in railroading can opt to adopt a car and supervise renovation. A Denver and Rio Grande Western flat car, once used to haul blocks used in the construction of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, was restored in 2000 by Philip Hyde of Friendswood as his Eagle Project.
Office: 409.765.5700 Fax: 409.925.0744
Galveston Railroad Museum
123 Rosenberg
Galveston, TX 77550
Galveston, TX 77550
E-Mail: galvrrmuseum@sbcglobal.net
Boy Scout Railroading Merit Badge classes are available upon request. Attendance of ten or more are required to schedule a class, however, your Scout's name can be added to a "will call" list and you will be notified when a class has been scheduled.
Classes cost $20.00 per scout and adults are $6.50 each. Classes include a train ride on the Harborside Express, a model train kit and certification upon completetion of class. Classes are approximately 4 hours.
The Museum is proud to announce our new Certified Merit Badge Instructor, Mr. Carl Haglund. Carl has years of experience with the Boy Scout Association and is anxious to help your troop not only learn about the wonders of Railroading but also earn their Merit Badge!
