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<table border><tr BGcolor=yellow><th>[[Image:MeritBadgePLCGuide.PNG|right]]Not for the weak, but the Hiking Merit Badge is rewarding and fun if you committed to hard work and success.  Show us that you truly have what it takes to be an Eagle Scout.
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'{{Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide|Hiking Merit Badge|Hiking}}
'{{Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide|Hiking Merit Badge|Hiking}}
==A. Make Your Plan ==
[[Image:HikingMBBook.jpg|right]]
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'''1. Before you start- Get Basic Leadership Training:'''
* [[Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide]]: 10 Tips for successful [[Patrol Leader| Patrol Leaders]], [[Scoutmaster| Scoutmasters]] and [[Merit Badge Counselor|Merit Badge Counselors]]. 
* [[Training]]: Ask your Scoumaster - Have all youth and adult leaders in your unit completed new leader training?


'''2. Merit Badge Guides:'''
=A. Make Your Plan =
* [https://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Hiking Hiking Merit Badge Requirements]: MeritBadge.org guide to requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
[[Image:HikingActivityFlyerSample.PNG|right|Sample Patrol Activity Flyer]]
* [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00SG8HJ0C/maintourvacationA/ Hiking Merit Badge Booklet]: Everything thing you need to know about Hiking is right here.  Get this study guide from either Amazon or your Troop Library, Merit Badge Counselor or Scoutmaster to Learn More About this Subject.
# '''[[Merit Badge Activity Planning Tips]]''' - 14 tips for a successful patrol activity.  Read carefully before you start your plan!
* [[Merit Badge Counselor|Meet the Merit Badge Counselor]]: Get more ideas for cool ''Hiking'' activities in your community. Some activities require his advance approval. The Scoutmaster should be able to recommend a counselor to you.  Bring a buddy.
# '''Share Your Plan''' - Meet ahead of time with your patrol, scout leaders, parents and especially with the [[Merit Badge Counselor]].  Make changes to the plan as needed.
# '''Prepare Activity Flyer''' - Keep your fellow scouts informed - events, activities, pre-requisites and more.


'''3. Sample Plan Outline:'''
{| class="wikitable"
Note: This Plan is a Draft - Some dates, events and activities may change after reviewing it with your leaders. Ponder each of the sections below - what still study, where will you go, what will you do, when will you start and finish?
![[Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide|Patrol Activity]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
|Awesome MB to work as a patrol
|-
![[Virtual Field Trip Planning Guide|Virtual Field Trip]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
|Requires physical presence in outdoors
|-
![[Family Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Family Activity]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
|
|-  
![[Service Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Service Activity]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
|Forest Conservation Project
|-
![[STEM Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|S.T.E.M. Activity]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
|
|-
![[Field Trip Merit Badge Planning Guide|Field Trip]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
| Six major outdoor hikes
|-
![[Duty-to-God Merit Badge Planning Guide|Duty-to-God]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
| N/A
|-
![[Merit Badge Day Planning Guide|MB Day]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
| Six major outdoor hikes
|-
![[Overnighter Merit Badge Planning Guide|Overnighter]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
| Six major outdoor hikes
|-  
![[Summer Camp Merit Badge Planning Guide|Summer Camp]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
| Takes too much away from other camp activities
|}


'''4. Prepare Draft of your [[Activity Flyer]]:'''
The flyer will summarize all of your ideas on to one page in a colorful format.


==B. Plan Presentation ==
== Online Resources ==
At least one month beforehand you need to present your patrol plan for review, modifications and approval. Coming prepared with a plan of action is very important to activity success. There are many adult and youth leaders are waiting to help you out.
* '''[https://boyscouttrail.com/boy-scouts/meritbadges/hiking-merit-badge.asp Hiking Merit Badge Requirements]''': BoyScoutTrial.com lists all requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
* '''[https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Hiking.pdf Hiking Merit Badge File Store]''': Online resources
* '''[http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Hiking.pdf Hiking Merit Badge Worksheets]''':  Worksheets are optional - but highly preferred by many MBC.  When you find that many requirements say "discuss" - the worksheet can help you gather your thoughts beforehand.
* '''[https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00OJK6WNG/maintourvacationA/ Hiking Merit Badge Booklet]''': Everything thing you need to know about Hiking is right here.  Get this study guide from either Amazon or your Troop Library, Merit Badge Counselor or Scoutmaster to Learn More About this Subject.
* '''[https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiking Hiking @ Simple-Wikipedia]''': Get the basics quickly.


# Prepare rough draft of plan - purpose and calendar of events
= B. Introduction Meeting =
# Prepare rough draft of event flyer - purpose, event calendar, and how to prepare.
[[Image:50miler.jpg|thumb|right]]
# Carefully notate all "Prerequisites", Supplies needed, costs, homework, etc.
[[Image:hiking101.jpg|thumb|right]]
# Meet with the [[Scoutmaster]] and/or [[Troop Guide]].
[[Image:Hiking102.jpg|thumb|right]]
# Meet with the [[Patrol Leaders Council]].
[[Image:Hiking104.jpg|thumb|right]]
[[Image:Hiking105.gif|thumb|right]]
Most merit badge activities do best to have a "introduction" meeting where the patrol can discuss how to get started and to plan out their field trips.  Send out the activity flyer in advance to use as an meeting agenda.  Your scouts will then know what to expect.


<font color=magenta><b>
Hiking merit badge is a great merit badge to work as a patrol in the outdoors.  It includes several major outdoor activities that be done as part of summer camp, hi-adventure, or a major weekend expeditions.
</font></b>


* '''Hiking is Fun!''' - Patrol Presentation. 1-3 Weeks before activity start, share your plan with your patrol.  They need to know what to expect.  They may even Bring a Friend.
To Earn Eagle Scout Rank, a scout must earn either the [[Hiking Merit Badge Activity Planner|Hiking]], [[Swimming Merit Badge Activity Planner|Swimming]] or [[Cycling Merit Badge Activity Planner|Cycling]] merit badges.
# Share your plan with your fellow scouts.
# Send Reminders to Scouts - At least 24 hours before each event.
# Remind Scouts to print and bring the '''[http://usscouts.org/usscouts/mb/worksheets/Hiking.pdf Hiking Merit Badge Worksheet]]'''.
# Remind Scouts to print and bring a '''[http://usscouts.org/advance/docs/34124.pdf Blue Card]'''.
# Which scouts will need an extra copy?


==C. Study Hall ==
* Many Scout Patrols plan this merit badge around a week-long hi-adventure trek.
While some scouts may be adept at self-study, others may do better in a small group setting and taking notes on worksheets. You can facilitate discussion by asking them why each of the principles intruduced here would be relevant. Schedule one or more patrol meetings to work this merit badge.


# Prepare an agenda and make Assignments as needed.
== News Flash ==
# What learning materials are needed for this meeting? Who will bring them?
# Watch video, powerpoint or other online tutorial.
# Update one or more sections of the merit badge worksheet.  (Ask the Merit Badge Counselor which requirements are relevant here.)
# Invite the Merit Badge Counselor to join your Study Hall.
# Plan and Prepare for the Patrol Field Trip Activities (see below).


==D. Homework ==
= C. Homework / Prerequisites =
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.


==E. Field Trip ==
== Personal Conditioning Plan ==
Meaningful Field Trips will add much to the adventure here.  Consider including one or more of the following:
This merit badge requires 5 hikes of 10 miles ore more.  You will want to get in shape.
# '''Merit Badge Campout''': Field Trip overnight experience can get you a lot closer to the action and to see things in a different way.
# '''Facility Tour''':  A day trip to a musuem, gallery, or factory of a related nature.
# '''Get Dirty Day''': Setup a work station in your garage, backyard, park or other location for a truely "hands-on" experience.
# '''Service Project''':  There many organizations connected with this merit badge that could use your assistance.


* Contact the destination venue. Confirm that they can assist with the Field Trip Requirements. Reserve your Event Dates.  Get Scoutmaster Assistance as necessary.
* Test your Footware, socks and Blister cream.
* Patrol Historian should be ready to take pictures on this activity to report back on the next troop blog, newsletter or court of honor.


==F. Final Meeting ==
<p><font color=blue><b>
[[Image:PatrolMeet.jpg|thumb|right|Meeting with the [[Merit Badge Counselor]].]]
Req #3: Develop a plan for conditioning yourself for 10-mile hikes, and describe how you will increase your fitness for longer hikes.</font></b>
You will probably need to schedule one patrol night for a follow up meeting with your [[Merit Badge Counselor]].   He/She will use this opportunity to meet with scouts either individually are as a group to review your activities, study worksheets, knowledge and accomplishments before signing off your Merit Badge Blue Card.
 
=D. Study Hall Patrol Night =
 
While some scouts may be adept at self-study, others may do better in a small group setting and taking notes on worksheets.  Make an agenda. You can facilitate discussion by asking them why each of the principles introduced here would be relevant. Schedule one or more patrol meetings to work this merit badge.
 
 
 
 
== Pre-Open Gathering Activity ==
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 - "This guide will help you to master wilderness treks, answer the merit badge worksheet, and earn your Hiking merit badge!" "
* [https://prezi.com/ipldvqs6827x/hiking-merit-badge/ Hiking Merit Badge] - Merit Badge Powerpoint Presentation
 
== MBC Discussion Group ==
* Req #1: Discussion - Hiking Safety and [[First Aid Merit Badge Activity Planner|First Aid]].
* Req #2: Discussion - Hiking Ethics
* Req #3: Preparation -Create a conditioning plan to get ready
 
Discussion Resources:
 
=E. Six Hikes =
 
<b>
# 5-Mile  (Req #4)
# 10-Mile
# 10-Mile
# 10-Mile
# 15-Mile
# 20-Mile  (Req #5)
</b>
 
<p><b><font color=blue>
Req #6: After each of the hikes (or during each hike if on one continuous "trek") in requirements 4 and 5, write a short reflection of your experience. Give dates and descriptions of routes covered, the weather, and any interesting things you saw. It may include something you learned about yourself, about the outdoors, or about others you were hiking with. Share this with your merit badge counselor.</b></font>
 
* '''[https://boyscouttrail.com/boy-scouts/meritbadges/worksheets/hikingtripplan.pdf Hiking Trip Plan]''' - (BoyScoutTrail.com)
 
= F. Extra Credit =
While none of these are actual requirements for this merit badge - they are terrific opportunities to show [[Scout Spirit]], [[Do a Good Turn Daily]] and to have FUN!


# '''[[Activity Reflection]]:''' Use this meeting for scouts to ask questions and to reflect on what they gained personally from this adventure.  You can also have a discussion on what future opportunities are here.
# '''[[Activity Reflection]]:''' Use this meeting for scouts to ask questions and to reflect on what they gained personally from this adventure.  You can also have a discussion on what future opportunities are here.
# '''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]].


== G. See Also ==
== [[Historic Trails of America]] ==
* '''[https://boyslife.org/about-scouts/scouting-around/162671/9-things-to-know-about-merit-badges/ 9 Things to Know about Merit Badges] - BoysLife.org''' - There are more than 135 merit badges. By earning them, you can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers. Here’s how to get the most out of your merit badge experience.
[[Image:HistoricTrailsAward.gif|thumb]]
The [[Historic Trails of America]] Award brings appreciation to the ideals, principles, and traditions that have made our country strong.  Requirements emphasize cooperation between historic societies and Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scout units, which should establish a close relationship with a local society as soon as possible when planning a historic activity—most communities have such societies. Their are many options to earning this [https://www.scouting.org/awards/awards-central/historic-trails/ Award].
 
== BSA Hiking Guide ==
[[Image:BasicHikingGuide.jpg|right]]
* '''[https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/151074276X/maintourvacationA/ The Scouting Guide to Basic Hiking] (2020-Paperback)''': An Officially-Licensed Book of the Boy Scouts of America: 200 Essential Skills for the Great Outdoors. Current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on hiking and backpacking in the wilderness.  
 
== Related Merit Badges ==
Sometimes it is easier by doing two or more merit badges together as a joint activity:
* [[National Outdoor Awards Program]]
* [[50 Miler Award]]
* [[Nature Merit Badge Activity Planner|Nature]]
* [[Forestry Merit Badge Activity Planner|Forestry]]
* [[Backpacking Merit Badge Activity Planner|Backpacking]]
* [[Camping Merit Badge Activity Planner|Camping]]
* [[Fishing Merit Badge Activity Planner|Fishing]] - Req: Catch & Cook one fish that you caught
* [[Fly-Fishing Merit Badge Activity Planner|Fly-Fishing]] - Req: Catch & Cook one fish that you caught


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Latest revision as of 14:23, 6 May 2020

MeritBadgePLCGuide.PNG
Not for the weak, but the Hiking Merit Badge is rewarding and fun if you committed to hard work and success. Show us that you truly have what it takes to be an Eagle Scout.
HikingMeritBadge.jpg

'Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Hiking Merit Badge

*** Activities for the Youth Lead Patrol ***

Exploring Hiking can be a fascinating youth adventure when done right. Here are a few tips to help the patrol leader get started.

  • Scouts may never add or subtract from the actual merit badge requirements
  • This Planner is only a suggestion of different ideas to make working this Merit Badge both fun and easy.
  • While doing the Worksheet is not a requirement for earning this badge, in many cases it can help you learn key concepts and track your progress.
HikingMBBook.jpg

A. Make Your Plan

Sample Patrol Activity Flyer
  1. Merit Badge Activity Planning Tips - 14 tips for a successful patrol activity. Read carefully before you start your plan!
  2. Share Your Plan - Meet ahead of time with your patrol, scout leaders, parents and especially with the Merit Badge Counselor. Make changes to the plan as needed.
  3. Prepare Activity Flyer - Keep your fellow scouts informed - events, activities, pre-requisites and more.
Patrol Activity GREAT Awesome MB to work as a patrol
Virtual Field Trip POOR Requires physical presence in outdoors
Family Activity FAIR
Service Activity FAIR Forest Conservation Project
S.T.E.M. Activity POOR
Field Trip GREAT Six major outdoor hikes
Duty-to-God POOR N/A
MB Day POOR Six major outdoor hikes
Overnighter GREAT Six major outdoor hikes
Summer Camp POOR Takes too much away from other camp activities


Online Resources

B. Introduction Meeting

50miler.jpg
Hiking101.jpg
Hiking102.jpg
Hiking104.jpg
Hiking105.gif

Most merit badge activities do best to have a "introduction" meeting where the patrol can discuss how to get started and to plan out their field trips. Send out the activity flyer in advance to use as an meeting agenda. Your scouts will then know what to expect.

Hiking merit badge is a great merit badge to work as a patrol in the outdoors. It includes several major outdoor activities that be done as part of summer camp, hi-adventure, or a major weekend expeditions.

To Earn Eagle Scout Rank, a scout must earn either the Hiking, Swimming or Cycling merit badges.

  • Many Scout Patrols plan this merit badge around a week-long hi-adventure trek.

News Flash

C. Homework / Prerequisites

Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.

Personal Conditioning Plan

This merit badge requires 5 hikes of 10 miles ore more. You will want to get in shape.

  • Test your Footware, socks and Blister cream.

Req #3: Develop a plan for conditioning yourself for 10-mile hikes, and describe how you will increase your fitness for longer hikes.

D. Study Hall Patrol Night

While some scouts may be adept at self-study, others may do better in a small group setting and taking notes on worksheets. Make an agenda. You can facilitate discussion by asking them why each of the principles introduced here would be relevant. Schedule one or more patrol meetings to work this merit badge.



Pre-Open Gathering Activity

A gathering activity before the official meeting start is a great way to set a fun theme for the meeting.

  • 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!" "
  • Hiking Merit Badge - Merit Badge Powerpoint Presentation

MBC Discussion Group

  • Req #1: Discussion - Hiking Safety and First Aid.
  • Req #2: Discussion - Hiking Ethics
  • Req #3: Preparation -Create a conditioning plan to get ready

Discussion Resources:

E. Six Hikes

  1. 5-Mile (Req #4)
  2. 10-Mile
  3. 10-Mile
  4. 10-Mile
  5. 15-Mile
  6. 20-Mile (Req #5)

Req #6: After each of the hikes (or during each hike if on one continuous "trek") in requirements 4 and 5, write a short reflection of your experience. Give dates and descriptions of routes covered, the weather, and any interesting things you saw. It may include something you learned about yourself, about the outdoors, or about others you were hiking with. Share this with your merit badge counselor.

F. Extra Credit

While none of these are actual requirements for this merit badge - they are terrific opportunities to show Scout Spirit, Do a Good Turn Daily and to have FUN!

  1. Activity Reflection: Use this meeting for scouts to ask questions and to reflect on what they gained personally from this adventure. You can also have a discussion on what future opportunities are here.
  2. 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.

Historic Trails of America

HistoricTrailsAward.gif

The Historic Trails of America Award brings appreciation to the ideals, principles, and traditions that have made our country strong. Requirements emphasize cooperation between historic societies and Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scout units, which should establish a close relationship with a local society as soon as possible when planning a historic activity—most communities have such societies. Their are many options to earning this Award.

BSA Hiking Guide

BasicHikingGuide.jpg
  • The Scouting Guide to Basic Hiking (2020-Paperback): An Officially-Licensed Book of the Boy Scouts of America: 200 Essential Skills for the Great Outdoors. Current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on hiking and backpacking in the wilderness.

Related Merit Badges

Sometimes it is easier by doing two or more merit badges together as a joint activity:

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