The Peru Gazette

Assemblyman Jones presents a NYS Assembly Resolution honoring Abby for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout

Scouts and Leaders at today’s ceremony

City of Plattsburgh Mayor Wendell Hughes

Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman

Abby pins her mom Christine

A pin for her dad Gerry, a longtime time Scout leader

July 12, 2025 – West Chazy, N Y – Family, friends, community leaders, and members of Scouting America Troop 8039 gathered today at the North Country Veterans Association for the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Abigail Eagan. A former Girl Scout, Abigail joined Troop 8039 in 2014 and has worked diligently to develop her skills. She is now the first female Eagle Scout in the Adirondack District.  When Abby turned 18 she became an Assistant Scout Master .

Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout is not unusual in the Eagan family, as Abigail followed in the footsteps of her brother, Caleb, and her father, Gerry. An honors graduate of Beekmantown High School (ranking #2 in her class) in 2025, Abigail plans to attend SUNY Plattsburgh to major in nursing. 

Assemblyman Billy Jones, City of Plattsburgh Mayor Wendell Hughes, and Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman congratulated Abigail on her achievement and presented her with a certificate of recognition. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and State Senator Dan Stec also sent their congratulations along with a resolution.

Troop 8039 leaders commended Abigail for her personal and leadership qualities. For her Eagle Scout project, she constructed a lean-to at the North Country Veterans Association over four days, with the help of numerous volunteers.

Please take a moment to watch the impressive Scouting America Circle of Honor Ceremony.

YouTube Video of July 12, 2025 Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony