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* '''[https://boyslife.org/about-scouts/scouting-around/50036/get-ready-for-jamboree-on-the-air/ JOTA Video Tour]'''
* '''[https://boyslife.org/about-scouts/scouting-around/50036/get-ready-for-jamboree-on-the-air/ JOTA Video Tour]'''
* ORANGE PARK –The North Florida Council of the Boy Scouts is creating an amateur '''radio station, KB4SA.''' KB4SA encourages, equips and prepares young people to '''be vibrant citizens and dynamic national leaders''' through the use of amateur radio and the practice of emergency communication guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
* ORANGE PARK –The North Florida Council of the Boy Scouts is creating an amateur '''radio station, KB4SA.''' KB4SA encourages, equips and prepares young people to '''be vibrant citizens and dynamic national leaders''' through the use of amateur radio and the practice of emergency communication guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
==C. Study Hall ==
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.
# 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 ==
= F. Extra Credit =
Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.
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!
 
==E. Field Trip ==
Meaningful Field Trips will add much to the adventure here.  Consider including one or more of the following:
# '''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.
* 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 ==
[[Image:PatrolMeet.jpg|thumb|right|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.


# '''[[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 ==
== Related Merit Badges ==
* '''[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.
Sometimes it is easier by doing two or more merit badges together as a joint activity:
* [[Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge Activity Planner|Citizenship in the Community]]
* [[Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge Activity Planner|Citizenship in the Nation]]
* [[Citizenship in the World Merit Badge Activity Planner|Citizenship in the World]]
* [[American Heritage in the World Merit Badge Activity Planner|American Heritage]]


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Revision as of 03:23, 31 March 2020

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The second principal of the Scout Law is to do your duty to your country. A Scout is a Good Citizen.
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'Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Citizenship_in_the_Nation Merit Badge

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

Exploring Citizenship in the Nation 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.
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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 / Allow 3 meetings
Virtual Field Trip GREAT Req #2d - Virtual Tour
Family Activity GREAT See Req #3 - Evening Newswatch
Service Activity FAIR See Reg #2 : Cleanup project at Federal Facility?
S.T.E.M. Activity FAIR Learn about Technology in the Nation
Field Trip GREAT See Req #2
Duty-to-God GREAT Review National Motto
MB Day GREAT Prequisites: Federal Tour, Newswatch & Presentations Ready : 2,3,6&8,
Overnighter GREAT Awesome- Camp in a National Forest, Park or Monument to do Req #2. Tour the Ranger Station and do park cleanup service project
Summer Camp MB FAIR Best if Scout Camp is located in a National Park or Forest


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B. Introduction Meeting

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.

News Flash

  • JOTA Video Tour
  • ORANGE PARK –The North Florida Council of the Boy Scouts is creating an amateur radio station, KB4SA. KB4SA encourages, equips and prepares young people to be vibrant citizens and dynamic national leaders through the use of amateur radio and the practice of emergency communication guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.


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.

Related Merit Badges

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

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