10/13/2026
From Outdoor Adventure to a Life of Service: Evan Marro earns Eagle Scout
On October 12, 2026, Evan Marro of Roseburg Scout Troop 114 lead by Scoutmaster Cheyne Rossbach and chartered by the Roseburg Optimist Club earned the rank of Eagle Scout, marking a milestone built on perseverance, leadership, and service. His achievement brings a new Eagle Scout to the Doug Fir District of the Pacific Crest Council—and gives the Douglas County community a young leader to celebrate.
Introduced by his mother, Annie, Evan began his Board of Review with the Scout Oath and Law. When asked which point of the Scout Law mattered most to him, he chose Trustworthy, describing it as the core of character. That conviction carried through his reflections on the experiences that helped him reach Eagle.
For his Eagle service project, Evan led the restoration of the Deadline Falls Overlook near the Swiftwater recreation site. His team cleaned the trail and installed a new bench to replace one destroyed by fire, helping make the area safer and more enjoyable for visitors.
Together, Evan and his volunteers contributed 160 hours of cheerful service, including planning, construction, and installation. The Bureau of Land Management supported the project with funding and supplies, while a donation of sandwiches from Jimmy John’s helped fuel one of the workdays.
The project also strengthened Evan’s leadership. When adults identified a design flaw, he welcomed their feedback and developed a stronger bench. He learned to delegate, coordinate teams, and look after volunteers by ensuring they had water, food, and proper breaks. Watching the work come together was especially rewarding: he had helped a team accomplish something larger than any one person could do alone.
Scouting opened the door to unforgettable adventures, too. At Philmont, Evan experienced the physical demands of backpacking, the accomplishment of summiting Mount Baldy, and sweeping views across a landscape whose scale left a lasting impression. At Sea Base, snorkeling became a highlight as he explored a body of water unlike anything he had experienced before.
Leadership sometimes involved more ordinary challenges. As a patrol leader, Evan discovered that getting Scouts to wash dishes could take some creativity. His solution was practical: those who did the dishes got to eat first.
Asked why other young people should join Scouting, Evan pointed to the opportunity to develop leadership in the outdoors while learning hands-on skills.
That same curiosity and practical approach are shaping his future. After spotting a CNC router in his school’s woodshop, Evan wanted to understand how computers and machinery could work together. His interest grew to include plasma cutters, robotics, and manufacturing systems.
He is now taking classes at Umpqua Community College that combine mechanics and electronics, and he is considering a future in mechanical engineering. He wants to help develop systems that allow people to work more safely and effectively. His experience helping deploy technology in Honduras reflects that same desire to put useful skills into service.
Evan also recognizes the importance of trusted guidance. When facing an important decision, he turns to his mother, father, stepfather, and best friend, Tristan. His journey reflects both his determination and the encouragement of family, adult volunteers, and fellow Scouts.
With Eagle earned, Evan plans to keep serving through the Order of the Arrow and return to his home troop to offer leadership, teach skills, and help other Scouts grow.
Douglas County can be proud of Evan Marro—a young man carrying trustworthy character, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to helping others into his next adventure.
Ready to begin your own Scouting adventure? Visit BeAScout.org to find a Cub Scout Pack or Scout Troop near you right here in Douglas County.
Let the adventure begin!
Pacific Crest Council, Scouting America
