Overview

Hello everyone! My name is Kyler Mooney, and I am a senior at Southern Lehigh High School and a Life Scout in Troop 364 of Coopersburg PA. I am currently working on my Eagle Scout Project and seeking to refurbish a section of Living Memorial Park in the heart of our community. More specifically, I am looking to bring new life to Frank's Pavilion, which is situated closest to the Upper Saucon Rail Trail, directly behind our troop's cabin. In this restoration, I plan on installing vandalism-proof lighting fixtures, painting all the tables, power-washing the pavilion's panels, trimming encroaching trees, staining the support posts, and repairing all damages currently present in the facility.

My Goal

Living Memorial Park has always held a close place in my heart as an area in which the members of our community in our ever-growing town can gather to converse, have fun, and connect. Over time, however, facilities naturally wear down due to weather, accidents, or, unfortunately, in the case of Frank's Pavilion, vandalism. Through this project, Frank's Pavilion will be properly repaired so that members of the community can have a modern facility where gatherings can occur without the risk of encountering any safety hazards or unwanted conditions.

Project Materials & Cost

The total cost for my project has come to a sum of $2,000, which can be broken down into these categories:

1.) Materials - electrical supplies, stain, wood boards, paints, ground sealer, power washing fluids, etc...($1,666)

2.) Supplies - water & food, weed killer, garbage bags, tape, paint trays, warning signs, safety glasses, gloves, etc... ($200)

3.) Tools - paint brushes & rollers, rope, tar spreader, branch clippers, etc... ($134)

Timeline (Estimate)

June 17, 2025 - Project approved by Troop 364 Committee

June 19, 2025 - Project approved by Lehigh District Committee within Minsi Trails Council

July 17, 2025 - Project crowdfunding approved by Lehigh District Executive

September 1 to 27, 2025 - Project crowdfunding occurs through GoFundMe and any other methods if need be. Purchasing of materials, supplies, and tools will also occur in this time.

September 28 to November 29, 2025 - Start the refurbishing process by cleaning the site, stain and paint posts in October before freezing temperatures, install new electrical fixtures, repair broken boards, install new equipment (grill, trashcans, etc...), trim surrounding trees.

December 1, 2025 - Project wrap-up and opening to the public

December 2 - January 1, 2025 - Complete final merit badges and attend Eagle Scout Board of Review

Thank You

Any and all donations to this project are enormously appreciated on behalf of both myself, my family, and the park committee. My journey in scouting has come a great distance from when I was a mere Cub Scout in elementary school to where I stand today. The Scouts of America has given me a number of opportunities throughout my life to leave an impact on the community in which I live, but no other opportunity has come close to this. If you would be so kind as to share this GoFundMe online with friends, family, and on social media, I would greatly appreciate it. I hope to spread this message as far across the local community as I can, and your assistance in such an effort works wonders. Thank you again for the support.

Signed,

Kyler Mooney