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==C. Study Hall ==
==C. Study Hall ==
Schedule one or more patrol meetings to work this merit badge.


# 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 the Patrol Field Trip (see below).


==D. Homework ==
==D. Homework ==

Revision as of 16:02, 22 September 2019

Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Aviation Merit Badge
*** Activities for the Youth Lead Patrol ***

Exploring Aviation can be a fascinating youth adventure when done right. Here are a few tips to get started.

A. Make Your Plan

1. Before you start- Get Basic Leadership Training:

2. Merit Badge Guides:

  • Aviation Merit Badge Requirements: MeritBadge.org guide to requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
  • [Aviation Merit Badge Booklet]: Everything thing you need to know about Aviation 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.
  • Meet the Merit Badge Counselor: Get more ideas for cool Aviation activities in your community. Some activities require his advance approval. The Scoutmaster should be able to recommend a counselor to you. Bring a buddy.

3. Sample Plan Outline: Note: This Plan is a Draft - Some dates, events and activities may change after reviewing it with your leaders.

Make draft of Event Flyer (See Example Here). Each Participant to be notified that he needs: Event Dates / Places / Dress Code / Supplies / Etc. Pre-requisites (ie worksheet, blue card, research materials) Homework Requirements Service Project Opportunities? (See Extra Credit) Outdoor & Camping Opportunities? (See Extra Credit) Other Related Scouting Activities? (See Extra Credit)


4. Patrol Leader Council Present Activity Proposal to your fellow patrol leaders and scoutmaster. Make assignments as needed.

5. Field Trip Plan

Contact the destination venue. Confirm that they can assist with the Field Trip Requirements. Reserve your Event Dates. Troop Historian should be ready to take pictures on this activity to report back on the next troop blog, newsletter or court of honor. 6. Announce & Start Activity

Get final approval from your scoutmaster. Update event flyer (#2) above. Distribute event flyer / Begin Introduction

B. Plan Presentation

C. Study Hall

Schedule one or more patrol meetings to work this merit badge.

  1. Watch video, powerpoint or other online tutorial.
  2. Update one or more sections of the merit badge worksheet. (Ask the Merit Badge Counselor which requirements are relevant here.)
  3. Invite the Merit Badge Counselor to join your Study Hall.
  4. Plan the Patrol Field Trip (see below).

D. Homework

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

E. Field Trip

Meaningful Field Trips will add much to the adventure here. Consider including one or more of the following:

  1. Merit Badge Campout: Field Trip overnight experience can get you a lot closer to the action and to see things in a different way.
  2. Facility Tour: A day trip to a musuem, gallery, or factory of a related nature.
  3. Get Dirty Day: Setup a work station in your garage, backyard, park or other location for a truely "hands-on" experience.
  4. 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.
  • 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

Meeting with the Merit Badge Counselor.

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.

  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.

G. See Also

  • 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.