Eagle Scout candidate Evan Stach, scout friends and supporters build a storage shed at the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area. Photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - Eagle Scout candidate Evan Stach, 14, has nailed a need for the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area in Carmichael.

Evan’s efforts crown a long association with the Engle Road reserve that houses a Vietnam War Memorial. Evan and his siblings have joined remembrance ceremonies at the site since they were small children.

Over four weekends, the youngest sibling led work that completed a tool shed at the property. The assignment included demolishing an old storage hut. 

The Citrus Heights teenager will soon be his family’s third Eagle Scout. Big brother Edward,19, and sister Elizabeth, 17, both “Eagled out,” after long Scouting careers. To achieve the organization’s most lofty rank, candidates must complete a project that benefits the community and incorporates skills learned during their merit training. 

Fellow Troop 107 members, family and service club volunteers bolstered Evan’s effort.

“I’ve been saving for this project for years,” Evans said. “I sold popcorn and store coupon cards. My family and friends helped, and the Carmichael Kiwanis Club made a donation of $300.”

 Altogether, Evan’s project had a $1,400 price tag. 

“Completing it would have been hard without my mom and dad,” Evan said. “They sat down with me to work on designs; they took me to stores to see building material. My sister and brother encouraged me to keep working for my goal.”

“Watching Edward and Elizabeth inspired me to go this far,” said the future Eagle. “Scouting teaches good skills, and how to become a good person in your life.

The John Adams Academy, Roseville, student began Scouting as a 10-year-old Cub.

“I’ve been going to the Nature Area since I was 10,” he said. “I like their Veteran ceremonies. I also like walking around the trails and learning about plants and animals. I saw how full the tool sheds were. One was so old and rotten, the next storm might have collapsed it. 

Learn about the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area online at www.kiwanisclubofcarmichael.com

“I wanted to contribute by replacing it,” said Evan.  “I’ll feel good when I see my project helping at this special place.”