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'''[[Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide]]''' for the '''[[Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge]]'''
{{Activities for the Youth Lead Patrol}}


Exploring '''[[Emergency Preparedness]]''' can be a fascinating youth adventure when done right.  Here are a few tips to help the [[Patrol Leader]] get started.
[[Image:EmergencyPreparednessMeritBadge.jpg|thumb|right]]
'{{Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide|Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge|Emergency Preparedness}}
[[Image:EmergencyPreparednessMBBook.jpg|right]]


=A. Make Your Plan =
[[Image:EmerPrepActivityFlyerSample.PNG|right|Sample Patrol Activity Flyer]]
# '''[[Merit Badge Activity Planning Tips]]''' - 14 tips for a successful patrol activity.  Read carefully before you start your plan!
# '''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.


::* '''Scouts may never add or subtract from the actual merit badge requirements'''
{| class="wikitable"
::* '''This Planner is only a suggestion of different ideas to make working this Merit Badge both fun and easy.'''
![[Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide|Patrol Activity]]
::* '''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.'''
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
|Awesome MB to work as a patrol / Max Size 12 scouts
|-
![[Virtual Field Trip Planning Guide|Virtual Field Trip]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
|Demonstration Activities best done in person with patrol buddies
|-
![[Family Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Family Activity]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
|Several home based activities
|-
![[Service Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Service Activity]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
|Be Prepared to Render Scouting Service
|-
![[STEM Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|S.T.E.M. Activity]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
|Preparedness aided by modern technology.
|-
![[Field Trip Merit Badge Planning Guide|Field Trip]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
| n/a
|-
![[Duty-to-God Merit Badge Planning Guide|Duty-to-God]]
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT
| Coordinate emergency plans with faith based organizations.
|-
![[Merit Badge Day Planning Guide|MB Day]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
| Best done within your troop.
|-
![[Overnighter Merit Badge Planning Guide|Overnighter]]
|BGcolor=red| POOR
| n/a
|-
![[Summer Camp Merit Badge Planning Guide|Summer Camp]]
|BGcolor=yellow| FAIR
| Best done within your troop.  
|}


== Online Resources ==
* '''[https://boyscouttrail.com/boy-scouts/meritbadges/emergency-preparedness-merit-badge.asp Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Requirements]''': BoyScoutTrial.com lists all requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
* '''[https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Emergency_Preparedness.pdf Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge File Store]''': Online resources
* '''[http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Emergency-Preparedness.pdf Emergency Preparedness 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/B0073690ZK/maintourvacationA/ Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Booklet]''': Everything thing you need to know about Emergency Preparedness 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/Emergency_Preparedness Emergency Preparedness @ Simple-Wikipedia]''': Get the basics quickly.


==A. Make Your Plan ==
= B. Introduction Meeting =
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'''1. Before you start- Get Basic Leadership Training:'''
[[Image:GoodTurnDaily.jpg|right]]
* [[Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide]]: 10 Tips for successful [[Patrol Leader| Patrol Leaders]], [[Scoutmaster| Scoutmasters]] and [[Merit Badge Counselor|Merit Badge Counselors]]. 
[[Image:EmergencyPreparednessPin.jpg|right]]
* [[Training]]: Ask your Scoumaster - Have all youth and adult leaders in your unit completed new leader training?
[[Image:EmergencyDrill2.png|thumb|right]]
[[Image:EmergencyDrill3.png|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.


'''2. Merit Badge Guides:'''
* [https://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Emergency_Preparedness Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Requirements]: MeritBadge.org guide to requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
* [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00SG8HJ0C/maintourvacationA/ Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Booklet]: Everything thing you need to know about Emergency Preparedness 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 Counselor|Meet the Merit Badge Counselor]]: Get more ideas for cool ''Emergency Preparedness'' 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:'''
== News Flash ==
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?
<blockquote><font color=magenta><b>
Did you scout unit "Activate" for the 2020 Pandemic Emergency?  How can your scout unit render meaningful [[Scout Service From Home| Emergency Service]] during the current global crisis?</blockquote></font></b>


'''4. Prepare Draft of your [[Activity Flyer]]:'''
<blockquote><font color=blue><b>
The flyer will summarize all of your ideas on to one page in a colorful format.
From B.S.A. [[Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Activity Planner| Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Req #7]]: "Do the following: a) Take part in an emergency service project, either a real one or a practice drill, with a Scouting unit or a community agency. b) Prepare a written plan for mobilizing your troop when needed to do emergency service. If there is already a plan, explain it. Tell your part in making it work." </font></blockquote></b>


==B. Plan Presentation ==
* '''[[Scout Service From Home| 19 Scout Service Projects for Covid-19]]''' - Emergency Service that both older and younger scouts can do while participating in "Shelter in Place" in their communities.
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.


# Prepare rough draft of plan - purpose and calendar of events
= C. Homework / Prerequisites =
# Prepare rough draft of event flyer - purpose, event calendar, and how to prepare.
Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.
# Carefully notate all "Prerequisites", Supplies needed, costs, homework, etc.
# Meet with the [[Scoutmaster]] and/or [[Troop Guide]].
# Meet with the [[Patrol Leaders Council]].


* Req #1: Completion of the '''[[First Aid Merit Badge Activity Planner|First Aid Merit Badge]] is required.'''
* Req #2b: Prepare Response Chart for Ten Emergencies
* Req #2c: Family Emergency Plan & Meeting.
* Req #9: Home Safety Inspection


* '''Emergency Preparedness 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.
<p><b><font color=blue><blockquote>
# Share your plan with your fellow scouts.
<br>From BSA [[Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Activity Planner|Emergency Preparedness Req #8b]] - Prepare a personal emergency service pack for a mobilization call. Prepare a family kit (suitcase or waterproof box) for use by your family in case an emergency evacuation is needed. Explain the needs and uses of the contents.</font></b></blockquote>
# Send Reminders to Scouts - At least 24 hours before each event.
# Remind Scouts to print and bring the '''[http://usscouts.org/usscouts/mb/worksheets/Emergency_Preparedness.pdf Emergency Preparedness 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 ==
=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. 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.   
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.   


# Prepare an agenda and make Assignments as needed.
== Pre-Open Gathering Activity ==
# What learning materials are needed for this meeting? Who will bring them?
A gathering activity before the official meeting start is a great way to set a fun theme for the meeting.
# Watch video, powerpoint or other online tutorial.  
* Scout and Troop's First Aid Kit displays
# Update one or more sections of the merit badge worksheet.  (Ask the Merit Badge Counselor which requirements are relevant here.)
* First Aid drills
# Invite the Merit Badge Counselor to join your Study Hall.
* Knot tying Drills
# Plan and Prepare for the Patrol Field Trip Activities (see below).


==D. Homework ==
== MBC Discussion Session ==
Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.
Discuss with your MBC the following :


==E. Field Trip ==
* Req #2a: What is "Emergency Preparedness"?
Meaningful Field Trips will add much to the adventure here.  Consider including one or more of the following:
* Req #2b: Prepare Response Chart for Ten Emergencies
# '''Merit Badge Campout''': Field Trip overnight experience can get you a lot closer to the action and to see things in a different way.
* Req #6: Discussion - NIMS & ICS
# '''Facility Tour''':   A day trip to a musuem, gallery, or factory of a related nature.
* Req #8a: Discussion - Scouting Emergency Services
# '''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 Night Activity: Rescue Demonstration ==
* Patrol Historian should be ready to take pictures on this activity to report back on the next troop blog, newsletter or court of honor.
* Req #3: Rescue Demo - Four Household Scenarios
* Req #4: Demonstrate - Rescue Communications
* Req #5: Demonstrate - Rescue Transport


==F. Final Meeting ==
== Patrol Night Activity: Emergency Contact Drill ==
[[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.
<blockquote><font color=blue><b>
From B.S.A. [[Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Activity Planner| Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Req #7]]: "Do the following: a) Take part in an emergency service project, either a real one or a practice drill, with a Scouting unit or a community agency. b) Prepare a written plan for mobilizing your troop when needed to do emergency service. If there is already a plan, explain it. Tell your part in making it work." </font></blockquote></b>
 
== Discussion Resources:==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APdi0thkDrA Youtube NOAA Weather Alert Broadcast] - Severe Thunderstorm alert.
 
= 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]].
# '''[[Scout Service From Home| 19 Scout Service Projects for Covid-19]]''' - Emergency Service that both older and younger scouts can do while participating in "Shelter in Place" in their communities.


== 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:
* '''[[First Aid Merit Badge Activity Planner|First Aid]]''' - Req #1 for Emergency Preparedness.  Both are required for Eagle Rank Advancement.
* [[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]]
* [[Safety Merit Badge Activity Planner|Safety]]
* [[Lifesaving Merit Badge Activity Planner|Lifesaving]]
* [[Radio Merit Badge Activity Planner|Radio]]


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Come learn how to have fun with Emergency Preparedness.
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'Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge

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

Exploring Emergency Preparedness 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.
EmergencyPreparednessMBBook.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 / Max Size 12 scouts
Virtual Field Trip FAIR Demonstration Activities best done in person with patrol buddies
Family Activity GREAT Several home based activities
Service Activity GREAT Be Prepared to Render Scouting Service
S.T.E.M. Activity FAIR Preparedness aided by modern technology.
Field Trip POOR n/a
Duty-to-God GREAT Coordinate emergency plans with faith based organizations.
MB Day FAIR Best done within your troop.
Overnighter POOR n/a
Summer Camp FAIR Best done within your troop.

Online Resources

B. Introduction Meeting

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GoodTurnDaily.jpg
EmergencyPreparednessPin.jpg
EmergencyDrill2.png
File:EmergencyDrill3.png

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.


News Flash

Did you scout unit "Activate" for the 2020 Pandemic Emergency? How can your scout unit render meaningful Emergency Service during the current global crisis?

From B.S.A. Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Req #7: "Do the following: a) Take part in an emergency service project, either a real one or a practice drill, with a Scouting unit or a community agency. b) Prepare a written plan for mobilizing your troop when needed to do emergency service. If there is already a plan, explain it. Tell your part in making it work."

C. Homework / Prerequisites

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

  • Req #1: Completion of the First Aid Merit Badge is required.
  • Req #2b: Prepare Response Chart for Ten Emergencies
  • Req #2c: Family Emergency Plan & Meeting.
  • Req #9: Home Safety Inspection


From BSA Emergency Preparedness Req #8b - Prepare a personal emergency service pack for a mobilization call. Prepare a family kit (suitcase or waterproof box) for use by your family in case an emergency evacuation is needed. Explain the needs and uses of the contents.

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.

  • Scout and Troop's First Aid Kit displays
  • First Aid drills
  • Knot tying Drills

MBC Discussion Session

Discuss with your MBC the following :

  • Req #2a: What is "Emergency Preparedness"?
  • Req #2b: Prepare Response Chart for Ten Emergencies
  • Req #6: Discussion - NIMS & ICS
  • Req #8a: Discussion - Scouting Emergency Services

Patrol Night Activity: Rescue Demonstration

  • Req #3: Rescue Demo - Four Household Scenarios
  • Req #4: Demonstrate - Rescue Communications
  • Req #5: Demonstrate - Rescue Transport

Patrol Night Activity: Emergency Contact Drill

From B.S.A. Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Req #7: "Do the following: a) Take part in an emergency service project, either a real one or a practice drill, with a Scouting unit or a community agency. b) Prepare a written plan for mobilizing your troop when needed to do emergency service. If there is already a plan, explain it. Tell your part in making it work."

Discussion Resources:

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.
  3. 19 Scout Service Projects for Covid-19 - Emergency Service that both older and younger scouts can do while participating in "Shelter in Place" in their communities.


Related Merit Badges

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

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