Troop: 7
Eagle Project Location: Interstate Forest Preserve in Dubuque, Iowa
Eagle Project Description: Brandon planted 800 trees in an acre plot of land by the biking/hiking trails at Interstate Forest Preserve. Most of the trees were various types of Oak, with some hickory mixed in. The group was also able to tube 100 of the trees to protect them while they grow.
What does being an Eagle Scout mean to you?
Being a Scout means more than just getting ranks and it is about what you do during Scout events.
If you had to describe your entire Scouting experience with just one word, what word would you choose? Why?
Cheerful. Scouting has given me many good memories that will last me forever.
How did earning the rank prepare you for the future?
I have learned many leadership skills that could help me in a future job.
By doing your Eagle Service Project, what did you learn about managing or leading people?
I learned that the more prepared you are the easier it becomes.
What advice would you give to younger Scouts who aspire to become Eagle Scouts?
Get friends to come out with you because it makes the whole thing more enjoyable.
Please share a favorite Scouting memory.
My best memory came from hiking up Baldy Mountain in Philmont. It has quite challenging even as being a really fit cross country runner. At the end it was all worth it because the view was awesome.