Name: Thomas Tigges
Hometown: La Motte, Iowa
Troop: 69
Eagle Project Location: Interstate Power Nature Preserve in Dubuque, Iowa
Eagle Project Description: Thomas built and installed 4 benches along the Preserve, located approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Dubuque on Olde Davenport Road near the intersection with Schueller Heights Road. He also installed a flag pole at the entrance to the Nature Preserve and landscaped around the pole.
What does being an Eagle Scout mean to you? Being an Eagle Scout means being a leader, a role model for others, and a respectable member of the community for good.
How did earning the Eagle Scout rank prepare you for the future? Earning my Eagle rank prepared me for the future by allowing me to be in strong leadership positions throughout my time in Scouting. These roles allow me to be more confident and comfortable in all aspects/responsibilities going forward in my life.
What surprised you about the Eagle Scout path? I was surprised at how fun and how many new friends you meet along the path. My biggest surprise is that you can never truly “be prepared” for the Eagle path.