Boy Scout Daniel Holub, of Troop 40, began the first phase of his Eagle Scout project at the Whitehall Historical Preservation Society Oct. 10.

His objective is to replace the deteriorating split rail fencing on the north and south sides of the Helfrich Springs Grist Mill, 501 Mickley Road, and a section of fence adjacent to the parking area of the Peter Grim Homestead, 506 Mickley Road.

Daniel secured the funding for this project through the generous donations of local businesses, WHPS members, fundraisers and flea market sales. The American Fence Company, where the new fencing material was purchased, offered a generous discount.

Daniel recruited more than 15 volunteers to help with this endeavor.

The additional phases to this project include creating a rock garden along the embankment at the corner of Mickley and Lehnert roads, putting plant identification signs in the tropical garden adjacent to the Grim house and creating a new exhibit for the 153rd Volunteer Infantry Regiment, located in the WHPS museum.

More of these activities won’t take place until next spring, allowing Daniel time to obtain the finances needed to complete these undertakings.

If you care to make a donation for this worthwhile Eagle Scout project, which will benefit both the community and the WHPS, checks can be made payable to Boy Scout Troop 40 and mailed to Daniel Holub, 3169 Love Road, Northampton, 18067.