Name: Aaron Dunkel
Troop: 34
Eagle Project Location: Good Neighbor Home in Manchester, Iowa
Eagle Project Description: Aaron used reclaimed wood and tin to construct a shelter outside the Good Neighbor Home in Manchester. Posts were set with rafters being attached, then tin sheeting was attached for the roof, providing a shady, outdoor area for families to visit with their loved ones.
What does being an Eagle Scout mean to you?
Being involved in the community, leading younger Scouts, improving yourself and others around you.
If you had to describe your entire Scouting experience with just one word, what word would you choose? Why?
Service. Because being in Scouts involves a lot of volunteering and giving back to your community.
How did earning the rank prepare you for the future?
Earning the Eagle rank has taught me about leadership which will be helpful in my future. It took dedication and hard work to earn this rank which will help me too.
By doing your Eagle Service Project, what did you learn about managing or leading people?
I learned that being prepared is very helpful but you can never be prepared for everything. Something unexpected will happen.
What advice would you give to younger Scouts who aspire to become Eagle Scouts?
Get as many merit badges as you can when you’re young. Once you’re in high school, life gets busy and you don’t have as much free time.
Please share a favorite Scouting memory.
My favorite Scouting memory was when I was in Cub Scouts going to camp with my dad. I remember canoeing with him and shooting guns at that range.