Troop: 86
Eagle Project Location: Bellevue State Park in Bellevue, Iowa
Eagle Project Description: Joseph completed an invasive species removal of Tatarian Honey Suckle and Autumn Olive around the Bellevue State Park Lodge. Overgrown trees and vegetation were also removed along the roadway leading to the lodge. This allowed for better traffic flow along the roadway, as well as easier snow removal for the DNR in the winter.
What does being an Eagle Scout mean to you? Being an Eagle Scout means putting the needs of others before my own and contributing towards the community.
If you had to describe your entire Scouting experience with just one word, what word would you choose? Why? Development. I developed my character and leadership skills.
How did earning the rank prepare you for the future? Earning the Eagle Scout rank taught me to help others at all times and good leadership skills.
By doing your Eagle Service Project, what did you learn about managing or leading people? I learned that good leaders treat others with respect and give clear direction.
What advice would you give to younger Scouts who aspire to become Eagle Scouts? My advice is to make sure to get your work done or see as you can and stay motivated.
Please share a favorite Scouting memory. My favorite memory was CIT’ing at Camp Klaus. It was a good experience to learn leadership skills as well as meeting new people.