Jimmy Poirier, an Eagle Scout from Andover, Massachusetts, has joined an elite club. He earned all 139 merit badges.

Only about 5 percent of Boy Scout members attain the honor. Earning 21 merit badges is required for the rank and each Eagle Scout led a group of scouts and adults to complete an Eagle project.

“Merit Badges teach you important skills you can use throughout your life,” Blais said. She hopes to be an Eagle Scout one day. Chris Clark of Damariscotta is a Tenderfoot Scout in Troop ...