Felicity Baxter Achieves Eagle Scout Rank with Community-Focused Environmental Project.

Felicity Baxter’s Scouting journey began as a young girl in England, where she joined 1st High Lane as a Beaver Scout. When her family later moved to the United States, she was disappointed to find that, as a girl, she was unable to continue in the World Scouting Movement. After years of advocacy, girls were officially welcomed into Scouting America in 2019—a milestone that allowed Felicity to begin her path toward Eagle.

The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest achievement in Scouting America, a distinction earned by only about four percent of Scouts since the program’s founding in 1911. To reach this rank, Scouts must complete a rigorous review process, earn at least 21 merit badges, dedicate significant time to community service, and plan and lead a major service project from start to finish. Felicity officially earned her Eagle rank on March 5, 2025, and will be honored at a formal ceremony this September (Invitation Attached.)

Her Eagle project was inspired by an environmental science class in high school, where lessons on biodiversity, native plants, and sustainable farming sparked an idea: creating a seed library for the community. The Common Ground Seed Library will provide a shared space where community members can borrow, exchange, and donate seeds, along with seedlings and educational resources. Designed to encourage both novice and experienced gardeners, the project promotes sustainable practices, supports biodiversity, and helps residents learn to grow their own food while caring for the environment.

The Common Ground Seed Library will be located at the Stow Community Gardens (5070 Stow Road, Stow) and is expected to open for public use in the 2026 gardening season.