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<table border><tr BGcolor=yellow><th>[[Image:MeritBadgePLCGuide.PNG|right]]The Hiking merit badge is not for the faint of heart, but if you commit to earning hiking, you’ll show that you truly have the determination it takes to become an Eagle Scout.
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Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.
Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.


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Req #1: Prepare a field notebook...</font></b>


=D. Study Hall Patrol Night =
=D. Study Hall Patrol Night =
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== Pre-Open Gathering Activity ==
== Pre-Open Gathering Activity ==
A gathering activity before the official meeting start is a great way to set a fun theme for the meeting.
A gathering activity before the official meeting start is a great way to set a fun theme for the meeting.
* [https://scoutsmarts.com/hiking-merit-badge-guide/ Hiking Done Right] - ScoutSmarts.com - "The Hiking merit badge is not for the faint of heart, but if you commit to earning hiking, you’ll show that you truly have the determination it takes to become an Eagle Scout. "
* [https://scoutsmarts.com/hiking-merit-badge-guide/ Hiking Done Right] - ScoutSmarts.com - "This guide will help you to master wilderness treks, answer the merit badge worksheet, and earn your Hiking merit badge!" "


== MBC Discussion Group ==
== MBC Discussion Group ==
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=E. Field Trip =
=E. Field Trip =
A related field trip with the MBC will be a great time to do the second half of this merit badge activity:
A related field trip with the MBC will be a great time to do the second half of this merit badge activity:
== 15 Tree Forestry Collection ==
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Req #1: Prepare a field notebook, make a collection, and identify 15 species of trees, wild shrubs, or vines in a local forested area. Write a description in which you identify and discuss the following:
* The characteristics of leaf, twig, cone, or fruiting bodies.
* The habitat in which these trees, shrubs, or vines are found
* The important ways each tree, shrub, or vine is used by humans or wildlife and whether the species is native or was introduced to the area. If it is not native, explain whether it is considered invasive or potentially invasive.
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== Secondary Collection ==
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Req #2: Do ONE of the Following (Collections):</font></b>
<br>a. Collect Wood Samples from 10 different species of trees
<br>b. Collect 3 Stump/Log Samples
<br>c. Collect 2 samples of animal/insect/other damage to trees
== Forester Field Trip ==
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Req #5: Do ONE of the Following (Field Trips):</font></b>
<br>a. Visit with a Forester and his Forest  (See also Req #8)
<br>b. Visit a logging/timber operation
<br>c. Participate in a forest-fire prevention program
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Req #8: Visit one or more local foresters and write a brief report about the person (or persons). Or, write about a forester's occupation including the education, qualifications, career opportunities, and duties related to forestry.</font></b>
== Forest Hazards Inventory ==
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Req #6: In your camp, local recreation area (park or equivalent), or neighborhood, inventory the trees that may be a hazard to structures or people. Make a list by area (campsite, road, trail, street, etc.). Note the species and hazardous condition, and suggest a remedy (removal or trimming). Make your list available to the proper authority or agency.</font></b>


= F. Extra Credit =
= F. Extra Credit =
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# '''Court of Honor Exhibit:''' Pictures, handiwork and other memorabilia from this adventure will make for a great presentation at the next [[Scout Troop]] [[Court of Honor]].
# '''Court of Honor Exhibit:''' Pictures, handiwork and other memorabilia from this adventure will make for a great presentation at the next [[Scout Troop]] [[Court of Honor]].


== Special Forestry Field Trips ==
Watch for any of the following in your region:
* [https://news.psu.edu/story/576269/2019/05/31/impact/pasto-agricultural-museum-host-forestry-merit-badge-workshop Pasto Agricultural Museum] - Hosts Forestry Merit Badge
* [https://www.worldforestry.org/our-museum/ World Forestry Museum] - Portland Oregon
* [http://www.treetexas.com/ Texas Forestry Museum] - Lufkin Texas.
* [https://www.visitsequoia.com/explore/spring-summer-fall-activities/giant-forest Giant Forest Museum] - [[Sequoia National Park]]
* [https://exploreredwoods.savetheredwoods.org/park/calaveras-big-trees-state-park Calaveras Big Trees State Park] - Arnold California


== Related Merit Badges ==
== Related Merit Badges ==
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[[Category:Hiking Merit Badge]]
[[Category:Hiking Merit Badge]]
[[Category:Hiking]]
[[Category:Hiking]]
[[Category:Forestry]]
[[Category:Merit Badge]]
[[Category:Merit Badge]]
[[Category:Patrol Leader]]
[[Category:Patrol Leader]]
[[Category:Patrol Activity]]
[[Category:Patrol Activity]]
[[Category:Scouts BSA]]
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