The Eagle charge was lead by John Norsen, assistant scoutmaster and Robert Maffett's eagle advisor, friend and inspiration.


Eagle Scout rank earned Troop 292 scout

Boy Scout Troop 292 held an Eagle Scout Court of Honor on March 20 to recognize Robert Maffett for earning the rank of Eagle. The Eagle Scout Award was presented by Scoutmaster Gary Lawniczak and former Scoutmaster Gary Wumkes. Guest speakers included: assistant scoutmasters John Norsen and Steve McKeown; Committee member, Vinnie Finn; and Gay Lenhard, Ogden town supervisor.

For his Eagle Scout service project, Maffett organized a group of scouts, leaders, family and friends to prepare a site and plant a flower garden on the grounds of the Ogden Historical Society. In addition, property adjacent to the barn was cleared, regraded and reseeded. Work was completed during September, 2004. Donations were provided by Gonyo Construction, Nagle Garden Center, Harris Garden Center, Chase-Pitkin and the Ogden Historical Society.

He is the son of Daniel and Deanna Maffett and brother of John, also in Troop 292. Maffett began scouting as a Wolf in Pack 275, crossed over to Troop 275, then transferred to Troop 292 in 2000 where he progressed through the ranks before completing his Otetiana Council Eagle Scout Board of Review in November 2004. He is a sophomore at Churchville-Chili High School.
In a separate ceremony on March 3, Troop 292 awarded Scout Rank to Michael Buduson, Steven Madalena and Colin Whitcomb. Tenderfoot Rank was awarded to Josh Moore and Robert Dandrea. Jesse Johnson received his Second Class Rank. First Class Rank went to Louie Buduson, John Finn and Bryan Fox. David Fink received his Star Rank. Life Scout was awarded to John Lawniczak.