THE SOaRING EAGLE
Frannie Kitzmiller, Morgantown
West Virginia’s first female Eagle Scout
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
“I was inspired by my brother, Wyatt, to become an Eagle Scout. Wyatt achieved Eagle at 15. I joined Boy Scouts of America in April 2019 at the age of 17, when Scouts first allowed females to join. I completed the requirements for the rank of Eagle in 20 months to become the first female Eagle Scout in West Virginia and part of the inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts in the nation.”
NATURAL LEADERSHIP
“Out at Chestnut Ridge Park, there is a nature center. My leadership project was working with them to replace, enlarge, and improve the back entrance and to design an outdoor classroom. Some groups have already used it, which is exciting to me. Now I’m in college working on becoming a registered nurse. My grandmother was a nurse, and she inspired me. I plan to continue being involved with the BSA too.”
RAMPING UP CAMPING
“I love going camping now. This summer and last summer, I have been a part of staff at Camp Mountaineer, and I am handicraft director this year. It’s been a crazy but wonderful experience. The Scouts have a good time.”
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