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GRAND CANYON COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

SCOUT MERIT BADGE PROGRAM SCHEDULE

SIGN-UP SHEET

TROOP # SESSION: SITE:

SCOUT NAME: AGE: SCOUT RANK:

SCOUTMASTER (AT CAMP)

ADDRESS: CITY: ST: ZIP:

Listed below are the merit badges offered at Camp Geronimo and their length of time. Pleasechoose your top six (6) choices and your Scoutmaster will do everything he can to give you as

many of your top choices as possible. Please number your choices (1,2,3,4,5,6).50 min. Activities Choices 70 min. Activities Choices 110 min. Activities Choices

Activity Time Activity Time Activity TimeAstronomy Archery CookingBasketry Canoeing HorsemanshipBird Study Trail BeginsClimbing

Indian Lore/Archeology

Environ. Science LifesavingFirst Aid Pioneering

PotteryForestry/Fish &Wildlife Mgt. (Block C)

Insect StudyRifle Opt A(22 cal.)

Leatherwork Rifle Opt C(Muzzleloading)Mammal Study/Fish &

Wildlife Mgt. (Block A)MetalworkNature / Forestry(Block B)Orienteering Hiking

CampingReptile & AmphibianStudy BackpackingRowing

Sign up for theseMerit Badges at camp,

Sunday afternoon,at Outdoor Skills

Soil & Water/Geology (Block D) NRA ShootSpace ExplorationSwimmingWeather

Sign up for thisactivity at camp,

Sunday afternoon,at the Rifle Range.

Wilderness Survival Spade RanchWood Carving

Older ScoutActivities: BSA Lifeguard

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CAMP GERONIMO MERIT BADGE SCHEDULEEnsure that required prerequisites (pages 84 to90) are completed prior to Camp.

Merit Badge 8:00-8:50 9:00-9:50 10:00-10:50 11:00-11:50Astronomy Nature NatureBasketry Handicraft Handicraft Handicraft HandicraftBird Study Nature NatureClimbing Tower Tower TowerEnvironmental Science Nature Nature Nature NatureFirst Aid Health Lodge Health Lodge Health Lodge Health LodgeForestry/Fish & Wildlife (BLOCK C) NatureInsect Study/Geology (BLOCK E) NatureInsect Study/Nature (BLOCK F) NatureLeatherwork Handicraft Handicraft Handicraft HandicraftMammal Study/Fish &Wildlife (BLOCK A) Nature

Metalwork Handicraft Handicraft Handicraft HandicraftNature/Forestry (BLOCK B) NatureOrienteering Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills

Reptile & Amphibian Study Nature Nature NatureRowing Lake Lake Lake LakeSoil & Water/Geology (BLOCK D) NatureSpace Exploration Nature Nature Nature NatureSwimming Pool Pool Pool PoolWeather NatureWilderness Survival Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills

Wood Carving Handicraft Handicraft Handicraft HandicraftMerit Badge 8:00- 9:10 9:20-10:30 10:40-11:50

Archery Archery Range Archery Range Archery RangeCanoeing Lake Lake LakeIndian Lore/Archeology Native American Area Native American Area Native American Area

Lifesaving Pool Pool PoolPioneering Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills

Pottery Handicraft Handicraft HandicraftRifle Opt A (22 cal.) Rifle Range Rifle Range Rifle RangeRifle Opt C (Muzzleloading) Muzzleloading Muzzleloading Muzzleloading

Merit Badge 8:00-9:50 10:00-11:50Cooking Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills

Horsemanship Corral CorralTrail Begins Outdoor Skills Outdoor Skills

Backpacking, Hiking, &Camping

By appointment with Outdoor Skills.Sign-up on Sunday at Outdoor Skills.

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MERIT BADGE PREREQUISITES

Merit Badge PreRequisitesARCHAEOLOGY

@ the Native AmericanVillage

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.BRING an article about one archaeological site forrequirement #4a or b.This Merit Badge will beincorporated withIndian Lore as ablock badge.Come prepared to learn the techniques and history ofancient cultures.

ARCHERY@ the Shooting Sports

Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.This is not an easy Merit Badge to earn and isrecommended for older Scouts.Extra time is needed at the range for practice toachieve the needed scores.No Scout with Archery Merit Badge should be signedup again.

ASTRONOMY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #6 & 7b and BRING tocamp.COMPLETE Moon and Planet observations beforecoming to camp.Astronomy MB will meet daily and in the evening.Observation at the Monday & Tuesday eveningclasses is MANDATORY for the merit badge.

BACKPACKING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #6b, #8c, #9, #10, #11prior to camp andBRING a signed statement attached to the MeritBadge application.This class is taught in the afternoon and is byappointment only.Schedule with Outdoor Skills.

BASKETRY@ the Craft Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.Estimated cost for supplies $12.00.Instruction and individual time needed to completethe projects.Bring round reed and square reed basket kits.Estimated expense for kits about $12 at the TradingPost.

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Merit Badge PreRequisitesBIRD STUDY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badgepamphlet.BRING binoculars.Requirements #5, #6 shouldbe completed or nearcompletion prior to camp.Several reports needed.

CAMPING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #3, #4, #5a, #5e, #7,#8c, #8d, #9 prior to camp andBRING a signed statement attached to the MeritBadge application.This class is taught Tuesday & Wednesday afternoonand is by appointment only with Outdoor Skills.

CANOEING@ the Aquatics Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE "Swimmer" classificationThis is a difficult Merit Badge foryounger Scouts.Strength and time needed topractice strokes.

CLIMBING@ the Tower Area

READ & BRING the current MeritBadge pamphlet.Estimated cost for suppliesis $5.00.Must be at least 13 years old .

COOKING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.PRACTICE.COMPLETE requirement #3 and BRING to camp.COMPLETE requirement #4 andBRING a signed statement attached to the MeritBadge application.Limited to First Class Scouts , or Scouts 12 years oldor older, who have completed the cookingrequirements for Second Class and First Class Scout.Food provided.

ENVIRONMENTAL

SCIENCE@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the currentMerit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirement #3Fprior to camp.Two observation times of30-minutes each arerequired outside of class at camp.Start observations on Sunday.

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Merit Badge PreRequisitesFIRST AID

@ the Health Lodge AreaREAD & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.BE PREPARED to complete requirement #1 at camp.COMPLETE requirement #2d prior to camp.DEMONSTRATE proper techniques in performingCPR using a training device approved by yourcounselor prior to camp. A note from your leaderstating that this was performed is sufficient.Oral tests will be given.

FISH & WILDLIFE

MANAGEMENT@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.Some requirements should be completed prior tocamp.

FORESTRY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.BRING paper and pencil for leaf collection andreports.COMPLETE requirement #1 prior to camp.

GEOLOGY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.START collection.Not recommended for younger Scouts.

HIKING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #4, #5a, #6, #7, prior tocamp (They cannot be done at camp.) andBRING a signed statement attached to the MeritBadge application.This class is by afternoon appointment only.Schedule with Outdoor Skills.

HORSEMANSHIP@ the Corral Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.KNOW requirements #2, #3, #6, #7.Some previous riding experience is helpful, but notrequired.Do not sign up for this class if you have the MeritBadge.

INDIAN LORE@ the Native American

Village

READ & BRING the current Merit Badgepamphlet.RESEARCH requirement #1, “History ofLocal Tribes”, in order to write or give anoral report.This Merit Badge will be incorporated withArchaeology as a block badge.Some costume supplies available at camptrading post. Estimated cost $25.00.Extra time needed to work on someaspects of this Merit Badge,

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Merit Badge PreRequisitesINSECT STUDY@ the Nature Study Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #4, #5a, #7, #8, #11 priorto camp.BRING photos you have taken of insects and articlesyou have observed to camp.BRING articles about insects you have observed tocamp.Requires 2 hours of class time.

LEATHERWORK@ the Craft Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badgepamphlet.Kits are approximately $10.00.Instruction and individual time is neededto complete the projects.Bring the merit badge book and braiding materials(purchase at Trading Post).Project must be completed by Friday morning toreceive badge.

LIFESAVING@ the Aquatics Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE second class rank requirements #7a-#7cand first class rank requirements #9a-#9c.BE PREPARED for requirement #7e by bringingCLEAN street clothes: shoes, socks, long-pants, belt,and a long-sleeve shirt. (Swim trunks must be wornunder long-pants. Dirty shoes and garments will notbe allowed in the pool.)

MAMMAL STUDY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.Recommended for younger Scouts.

METALWORK@ the Craft Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.MUST be 14 years old to qualify.RESEARCH requirement #4 prior to camp.BRING (#10) tin cans for work.Scouts will need merit badge book, paper, and pencil.The Scouts will create their own artifacts and designtheir patterns. (Bring #10 size tin cans.)Because of equipment involved, this badge is forScouts 14 years of age or older.

NATURE@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirement #4 prior to camp.A note from teacher, parent, or Scoutmaster willhelp with prior camp requirements.

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Merit Badge PreRequisitesORIENTEERING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badgepamphlet.Recommended for older Scouts.Much additional time neededto set up compass courses.Fast walking or jogging required to cover 2 miles in30 minutes. The course is 5 miles long.

PIONEERING@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the currentMerit Badge pamphlet.PRACTICE.KNOW your knots.Requires participation in aproject on Thursday Afternoon.For all Scouts.

POTTERY@ the Craft Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE requirements #3, #7 prior to camp.Bring merit badge book and drawings forrequirements 3 & 7.Merit badge classes meet at 8:00AM, 9:20AM, or10:40AM M-F.Maximum of 10 Scouts each session.

REPTILE & AMPHIBIAN

STUDY@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current MeritBadge pamphlet.Complete requirement #8 prior tocamp.This Merit Badge cannot becompleted without requirement #8being done prior to camp.

RIFLE SHOOTING

MUZZLELOADING@ the Shooting Sports

Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.This will require extra practice on the range toachieve the needed scores.Both option "A" (modern cartridge type) and option"C" (muzzleloading rifle shooting) are offered.If a Scout has completed the A or C selection, theycannot do the badge again.

ROWING@ the Aquatics Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE "Swimmer" classificationGood for younger Scouts and older Scouts.Some time to practice needed, also, strength to row.

SOIL & WATER

CONSERVATION@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.BRING paper and pencil for drawings.BRING work gloves.

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Merit Badge PreRequisitesSPACE EXPLORATION@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.BRING a 2-liter bottle.

SWIMMING@ the Aquatics Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.COMPLETE "Swimmer" classificationCOMPLETE prerequisites:second class rank requirements #7a-#7c andfirst class rank requirements #9a-#9c.MUST BE ABLE to identify conditions for CPR anddemonstrate.BE PREPARED for requirement #4 by bringingCLEAN street clothes: shoes, socks, long-pants, belt,and a long-sleeve shirt. (Swim trunks must be wornunder long-pants. Dirty shoes and garments will notbe allowed in the pool.)This class is for all scouts.Includes executing basic strokes.

WEATHER@ the Nature Lodge Area

READ & BRING the currentMerit Badge pamphlet.BRING paper and pencil fordrawings.

WILDERNESS

SURVIVAL@ the Outdoor Skills Area

READ & BRING the current Merit Badge pamphlet.PRACTICEPREPARE a small survival kit (requirement #5) andBRING it to camp.Time needed Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday toprepare a shelter and sleep in it overnight.

WOOD CARVING@ the Craft Lodge Area

READ & BRING the current MeritBadge pamphlet.BRING a (sharp) pocketknife, leathergloves, and a thumb guard.BRING Totin' Chip card.(Totin' Chip classes available afternoonsat the Outdoor Skills Area).Kits are approximately $10.00.Bring the merit badge book, paper, pencil, and a smallsharp (1½ -2 in.) bladed pocket knife.Totin’ Chip card is required & may be earned atOutdoor Skills.Woodcarving projects are available at the TradingPost.Bring these projects to the first class on Monday.

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OTHER PREREQUISITESBSA LIFEGUARD

@ the AquaticsArea

NON-MERITBADGE CLASSCERTIFICATE

Should have knowledge of Swimming, Rowing, and Lifesavingskills.Qualifies Scout to act as a troop lifeguard on troop swims.Additional time needed.Available to adult leaders.BSA Lifeguards are required to be present for all swimmingactivities.Must be 14 or graduated 8th grade.

TRAIL BEGINS A morning program to help your new Scouts and TenderfootScouts to advance.Sign up is required and the class is taken as an alternativeto a merit badge.A list of requirements completed will be given for eachScout at the end of the week.PREPARE and BRING a personal first aid kit.

SPADE RANCH Although there are no structured classes in the SpadeRanch program, Scouts may work on selected badgesthrough coordination with the Spade Ranch Director.A Scout must be 14 years old to participate.