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| | |Requires physical presence in forests | ||
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![[Family Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Family Activity]] | ![[Family Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Family Activity]] | ||
|BGcolor= | |BGcolor=lime| GREAT | ||
| | |Great Family Vacation | ||
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![[Service Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Service Activity]] | ![[Service Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|Service Activity]] | ||
|BGcolor= | |BGcolor=lime| GREAT | ||
| | |Forest Conservation Project | ||
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![[STEM Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|S.T.E.M. Activity]] | ![[STEM Activity Merit Badge Planning Guide|S.T.E.M. Activity]] | ||
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT | |BGcolor=lime| GREAT | ||
| | | Outdoor STEM Activity | ||
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![[Field Trip Merit Badge Planning Guide|Field Trip]] | ![[Field Trip Merit Badge Planning Guide|Field Trip]] | ||
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| | | Four cool field trip activities | ||
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| | | Four outdoor field trips req'd | ||
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![[Overnighter Merit Badge Planning Guide|Overnighter]] | ![[Overnighter Merit Badge Planning Guide|Overnighter]] | ||
|BGcolor=lime| GREAT | |BGcolor=lime| GREAT | ||
| | | Outdoor STEM Activity | ||
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![[Summer Camp Merit Badge Planning Guide|Summer Camp]] | ![[Summer Camp Merit Badge Planning Guide|Summer Camp]] | ||
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Forestry merit badge is a great merit badge to work as a patrol in the outdoors. It includes four major outdoor activities that be done as part of summer camp, hi-adventure, or a major weekend expedition. | |||
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While none of these are actual requirements for this merit badge - they are terrific opportunities to show [[Scout Spirit]], [[Do | 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. | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == |
Latest revision as of 17:58, 3 May 2020
Forests are very important for the world today. Much of the water cycle and carbon cycle goes through forests. Many of them are disappearing because people destroy them for firewood or to make farms. A forester makes sure the forest and all the animals that live there are healthy. Foresters also make sure the forest is in good condition for people to use. |
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Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Forestry Merit Badge
*** Activities for the Youth Lead Patrol ***
Exploring Forestry 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.
A. Make Your Plan
- 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.
Patrol Activity | GREAT | Awesome MB to work as a patrol / Max Size 12 scouts |
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Virtual Field Trip | POOR | Requires physical presence in forests |
Family Activity | GREAT | Great Family Vacation |
Service Activity | GREAT | Forest Conservation Project |
S.T.E.M. Activity | GREAT | Outdoor STEM Activity |
Field Trip | GREAT | Four cool field trip activities |
Duty-to-God | POOR | N/A |
MB Day | POOR | Four outdoor field trips req'd |
Overnighter | GREAT | Outdoor STEM Activity |
Summer Camp | GREAT | Four cool outdoor activities |
Online Resources
- Forestry Merit Badge Requirements: BoyScoutTrial.com lists all requirements, additional resources, activity worksheet, etc.
- Forestry Merit Badge File Store: Online resources
- Forestry 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.
- Forestry Merit Badge Booklet: Everything thing you need to know about Forestry 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.
- Forestry @ Simple-Wikipedia: Get the basics quickly.
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. Send out the activity flyer in advance to use as an meeting agenda. Your scouts will then know what to expect.
Forestry merit badge is a great merit badge to work as a patrol in the outdoors. It includes four major outdoor activities that be done as part of summer camp, hi-adventure, or a major weekend expedition.
News Flash
C. Homework / Prerequisites
Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity.
Prepare Forestry Field Notebook
Prepare a Field Notebook (use the Merit badge worksheets - hold in a safe binder) to keep all of your collections. May need scotch tape or baseball card slot holders too.
Req #1: Prepare a field notebook...
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.
- What is Forestry - Tennessee Division of Forest Mgmt (YouTube)
- Make a Career in Forestry - (YouTube)
MBC Discussion Group
- Req #3: Discussion - Importance of Forests and Watersheds
- Req #4: Discussion - What is Forest Management
- Req #7: Discussion - Forest Hazards
- Req #8: Discussion - Careers in Forestry
Discussion Resources:
- Forestry Merit Badge - Slideserve powerpoint presentation
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:
15 Tree Forestry Collection
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.
Secondary Collection
Req #2: Do ONE of the Following (Collections):
a. Collect Wood Samples from 10 different species of trees
b. Collect 3 Stump/Log Samples
c. Collect 2 samples of animal/insect/other damage to trees
Forester Field Trip
Req #5: Do ONE of the Following (Field Trips):
a. Visit with a Forester and his Forest (See also Req #8)
b. Visit a logging/timber operation
c. Participate in a forest-fire prevention program
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.
Forest Hazards Inventory
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.
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.
- 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:
- Pasto Agricultural Museum - Hosts Forestry Merit Badge
- World Forestry Museum - Portland Oregon
- Texas Forestry Museum - Lufkin Texas.
- Giant Forest Museum - Sequoia National Park
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park - Arnold California
Related Merit Badges
Sometimes it is easier by doing two or more merit badges together as a joint activity:
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.