Blake’s Bridge

“Blake’s Bridge” highlights the crucial importance of public parks and their infrastructure in the lives of Americans, particularly for children. Hailing from New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, Blake Fisher undertook the restoration of a deteriorating pedestrian bridge in a township park in New Wilmington, PA. The remarkable transformation of the bridge is vividly captured in compelling before-and-after images.

As part of its commitment to positively impacting the community, a hot-dip galvanizing facility generously handled the galvanizing of Blake’s handrail at no cost. The galvanizer was eager to actively contribute to enhancing the well-being of the community.

Blake Fisher took on this challenge as part of the final requirement for the Boy Scouts of America’s prestigious Eagle Scout program. Established in 1911, the rank of Eagle Scout is achieved by only four percent of Scouts due to its rigorous review process. This accomplishment involves planning, developing, and leading a service project, known as the Eagle Project, that demonstrates both leadership and a sense of duty.

The Eagle Project, or “Eagle Scout Service Project,” provides Scouts the opportunity to showcase their leadership skills by executing a project that benefits a religious institution, school, or community. Importantly, these projects must not benefit the Boy Scouts of America or any of its councils, districts, units, or camps, nor be commercial or solely fundraising endeavors. There are no strict guidelines regarding the duration of these projects. Blake’s Bridge is a testament to enduring community service and will last a lifetime.

The galvanizer quickly approved Blake’s galvanizing design and facilitated the process, providing essential support for the project. The restored bridge now stands in Marti Park, New Wilmington, PA, serving and benefiting the local community.