Handicraft Lodge Meritbadges

MERITBADGEREQUIREMENTS

MeritBadgePrerequisites

Scoutsmust be scheduled toparticipatein Merit Badge Classes.
PleasecheckcurrentMeritBadgeRequirementspriortocamp.
Ensurethatrequiredprerequisitesarecompletedpriortocomingtocamp.
All Scouts are encouraged to READ & BRING the current merit badge pamphlet.
Paperandpencilrequiredfor many classes.

AQUATICSMERITBADGES

LAKEMERITBADGES

RowingMeritBadge

Comments / COMPLETEtheBSASwimmer Test.
Extra timetopractice is needed,also,strengthtorow.
Must have an additional pair of tie on shoes that can get wet for requirement #6.
Prerequisites

CanoeingMeritBadge

Comments / COMPLETE the BSA Swimmer Test.
ThisisadifficultmeritbadgeforyoungerScouts.
Strengthandtimeneededtopracticestrokes.(Scoutsmaybedeniedparticipationinthecanoeingmeritbadgeiftheydonothavethephysicalstrengthtocarryandlaunchacanoesolo.) Suggest Scouts be at least 13 years old.
Must have an additional pair of tie on shoes that can get wet for requirement #6 swamping.
Prerequisites

POOLMERITBADGES

SwimmingMeritBadge

Comments / COMPLETEtheBSASwimmer Test.
Prerequisites / COMPLETESecondClassrankrequirements#5a5d.
COMPLETEFirstClassrankrequirements#6a#6e.
(Can complete Second and First Class requirements at Camp.)

LifesavingMeritBadge

Comments / COMPLETEtheBSASwimmer Test.
Prerequisites / MUSTBEABLEtodemonstratebothrescuebreathingandCPR.
CPR Training Will Not Be Offered.

HANDICRAFT LODGE MERITBADGES

AllHandicraftLodgemeritbadgesrequire extra time

to complete projects attheHandicraftLodge.

KitsMaterialsareavailableattheTradingPost.
Allpricesareestimatedandsubjecttochange.
Finishingsuppliesarefree.

Individualtimeneededtocompletetheprojects.

BasketryMeritBadge

Comments / BasketKitsareavailableatTradingPost.
Estimatedexpenseforkitsabout$12.
Prerequisites / BRINGroundreedandsquarereedbasketkits. Follow instructions on kits at least 12 hours prior to first class.
Complete the projects by Friday morning to fulfill the requirement.

LEATHERWORKMeritBadge

Comments / LeatherworkkitsandbraidingmaterialareavailableattheTradingPost.Estimatedexpenseforkitsabout$10
Prerequisites / Bring leatherwork kit and 2 yards of vinyl lace or paracord (braiding material).
Complete the projects by Friday morning to fulfill the requirement.

MetalworkMeritBadge

Comments / Becauseofequipmentinvolved,thisbadgeisfor
Scouts 14 years of age or older. (Camp Rule)
Copper sheeting can be purchased at the Trading Post
Estimated expense for kits is about $6.
Prerequisites / Scoutswillcreatetheirownartifactsanddesigntheirpatterns.
RESEARCH requirement #4 prior to camp.
BRING (#10) tin cans for project.
POTTERYMERITBADGE
Comments / ThePotteryMeritBadgematerialandtoolsareprovidedattheHandicraftLodge. Extra time is needed to complete the merit badge.
Prerequisites / COMPLETE requirement #7 prior to camp.
BRING drawing for requirement #3 to camp.

WoodcarvingMeritBadge

Comments / Wood & wood carvingkitsareavailableattheTradingPost.
We suggest the scout chooses a simple kit for first time wood carvers. Trading post can assist.
Estimated cost forkits are about$10 @ TradingPost.
WoodcarvingknivesareavailableattheTradingPost.
Totin’ Chip Card Required to Purchase and USE Knives. The following items are suggested: leathergloves,andathumbguard to reduce lacerations.
Complete the projects by Friday morning to fulfill the requirement.
Prerequisites / BringTotin' Chip card. (Totin' Chip classes available afternoons at the Outdoor Skills Area.)
Bring a small sharp (1½2 in.) bladed pocket knife.

HeadQuarters MERIT BADGES

Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge

Comments / Classparticipationwillbecloselymonitoredtodetermineachievementofspecificrequirements.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements #2a and #3a and #4b priortocamp.COMPLETErequirements #7a,b,c priortocamp. Bring a note signed by a parent with you.

Citizenship in the Nation MeritBadge

Comments / Classparticipationwillbecloselymonitoredtodetermineachievementofspecificrequirements.
Prerequisites / Choose 2 of the 2 options & bring the papers gathered.
COMPLETErequirements #2a and 2b prior to camp.
COMPLETErequirements #3 and #8 priortocamp.

Citizenship in the World MeritBadge

Comments / Classparticipationwillbecloselymonitoredtodetermineachievementofspecificrequirements.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement#7a-e (do two) priortocamp.

HEALTHLODGEMERITBADGES

FirstAidMeritBadge

Comments / Classparticipationwillbecloselymonitoredtodetermineachievementofspecificrequirements.
Prerequisites / BE PREPARED to complete requirement #1 at camp.
COMPLETE requirement #2d prior to camp. BRING your first aid kit ready to show to the Health Lodge staff.
COMPLETE requirement #3b prior to camp.
BE PREPARED to practice hands on first aid.

Emergency Preparedness MeritBadge

Comments / Classparticipationwillbecloselymonitoredtodetermineachievementofspecificrequirements.
Prerequisites / Earn the First Aid Merit Badge
COMPLETErequirement#2c prior to camp.
COMPLETErequirement#8 priortocamp.
COMPLETErequirement#9 priortocamp.
Bring a note signed by a parent for each.

NATURELODGEMERITBADGES

Scoutsmustcompletereportsandfulfillpetkeepingrequirementsbeforecamptogetcompletions.

Thefollowingmeritbadgeswillbeofferedinablockschedule:

BlockA-MammalStudy/FishWildlifeManagement

BlockB-Nature/Forestry

BlockC-Forestry/FishWildlifeManagement

BlockD-Geology/SoilWaterConservation

AstronomyMeritBadge

Comments / AstronomyMBwillmeetdailyandsomeevenings.
ObservationattheTuesdayThursdayeveningclassesisMANDATORYforthemeritbadge.
Prerequisites / COMPLETE requirements #6b prior to camp.
COMPLETE Moon observations before coming to camp.

BirdStudyMeritBadge-afternoon only

Comments / Severalreportsrequired.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements#5#6priortocamp.
BRINGbinoculars.

EnvironmentalScienceMeritBadge

Comments / Twoobservationtimesof30minuteseacharerequiredoutsideofclassatcamp.Startobservations early.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement #3e1 prior to camp.

FishWildlifeManagementMeritBadge

Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements#5,#7,and#8priortocamp.

ForestryMeritBadge

Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement#1priortocamp. Can be done during an afternoon at the Nature Lodge.

GeologyMeritBadge-afternoon too

Prerequisites / COLLECTandIDENTIFY10differentrocksorminerals 5c3,BRINGcollectiontocamp.

InsectStudyMeritBadge-afternoons

Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements#4,#5a,#7,#8,#11priortocamp.
BRINGphotosyouhavetakenofinsectsandarticlesyouhaveobservedtocamp.
BRINGarticlesaboutinsectsyouhaveobservedtocamp.

MammalStudyMeritBadge

Comments / RecommendedforyoungerScouts.
COMPLETE requirements #5 prior to camp.
Additionalworkisrequiredtocompletemeritbadge.

NatureMeritBadge

Comments / Photos,collections (requirement 4) or1pagedescriptionswillverifyprerequisites.
Anotefromteacher,parent,orScoutmasterwillhelpwithpriorcamprequirements.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement#4priortocamp.

ReptileAmphibianStudyMeritBadge

Comments / Thismeritbadgecannotbecompletedwithoutrequirement#8beingdonepriortocamp.
Additionalworkisrequiredtocompletemeritbadge
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement#8priortocamp. Bring a letter showing completion from a parent.

SoilWaterConservationMeritBadge

Prerequisites / COMPLETE requirement #7 prior to camp. BRINGworkgloves.

SpaceExplorationMeritBadge

Prerequisites / BRINGa2literbottle.

Sustainability MeritBadge

Prerequisites / COMPLETE the following prior to camp: 1-w/Family, 2a-Water, Food & Stuff, 2b or 2c Community, Energy, Stuff, 4-w/Family, 5a-w/Family.

WeatherMeritBadge

Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirement#10priortocamp.

OUTDOORSKILLSMERITBADGES

ScheduledMeritBadges

CookingMeritBadge

Comments / Foodprovided. PRACTICE. cooking at home
Prerequisites / COMPLETEBRINGtocamprequirements#5 a & b, #6 a & b, and #7 a & b.
Become familiar with MyPlate on the internet with Parent permission.

GeocachingMeritBadge

Comments / GeocachingisrecommendedforolderScouts.

OrienteeringMeritBadge

Comments / RecommendedforolderScouts. Additionaltime is neededtosetupcompasscourses.
Fastwalkingorjogging is requiredtocover2milesin30minutes.Thecourseis5mileslong.
GPS units will be provided

PioneeringMeritBadge

Comments / Splices are challenging.
Requiresparticipationinaprojectduringtheafternoon.
Prerequisites / KNOWyourknots. PRACTICE.

Safety MeritBadge

Comments / Completed with Fire Safety on a Block Schedule.
Prerequisites / Do requirement 6; Safety related project. Bring note from parent.

WildernessSurvivalMeritBadge

Comments / TimeneededMonday,Tuesday,orWednesdaytoprepareashelterandsleepinitovernight.
Shelters should not bebuiltattroopcampsites.
Sheltersarerequiredtobetorndownandthearearestoredprior to Friday afternoon. LEAVE NO TRACE.
Prerequisites / PREPAREBRINGtocampasmallsurvivalkit(requirement#5).DO NOT BRING MATCBES. Will be accepted without matches.

AppointmentOnlyMeritBadges

AppointmentOnlyMeritBadge

SignupSunday Afternoon and Monday Morning atOutdoorSkills.

BackpackingMeritBadge

Comments / Afternoon class by appointment only.
Schedule with Outdoor Skills.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements#6b,#8c, #9, #10,#11priortocampandBRINGasigned note from parent.

CampingMeritBadge

Comments / Afternoon class byappointmentonly.
SchedulewithOutdoorSkills.
Prerequisites / COMPLETErequirements#3,#4, #5a, #5e #7,#8c,#8d,#9priortocampandBRINGasigned note from parent.

HikingMeritBadge

Comments / Afternoon class byappointmentonly.
SchedulewithOutdoorSkills.
Prerequisites / READBRINGthecurrentmeritbadgepamphlet.
COMPLETErequirements#4,#5a,#6,#7,priortocamp(Theycannotbedoneatcamp.)andBRINGasigned note from parent.

NativeAmericanVillageMeritBadges

NotonlywillScoutshavetheopportunitytoearnthe

IndianLoreArchaeologyMeritBadges,

buttheytakepartinIndiangames,cooking,andcrafts.

TheIndianLoreMeritBadgeandtheArchaeologyMeritBadges
areincorporatedtogether on a block schedule.

IndianLoreMeritBadge

Comments / Somecostumesuppliesavailableatcamp Trading Post.
Estimatedcost$25.00.
ExtratimeneededtoworkonsomeaspectsofthisMeritBadge. Can be completed at camp.

ArchaeologyMeritBadge

Comments / Comepreparedtolearnthetechniquesandhistoryofancientcultures. Can be completed at camp.

OutdoorSkillsActivities

TrailBegins

A program designed to help new Scouts and Tenderfoot Scouts

advance by completing rank requirements.

Signup is required on Camp Registration Site. Trail Begins is a 2 hour class

taken as an alternative to a Merit Badge. Great for NEW Scouts. The Scout is required to PREPARE and BRING a personal first aid kit.

Totin’ChipClasses

Totin'ChipClassesareofferedSunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 1:45 PM, 2:45 PM, and 3:45 PM; Mondays at 8:45 AM,

9:45 AM, and 10:45 AM; and Fridays at 1:45 PM.

KnotTyingActivities

KnotTyingActivitiesareofferedduring Open Activity times

forthe"IDIDITALL"program.

SHOOTINGSPORTS MERIT BADGES

BSANationalRequirementsandinsuranceregulations
stipulatestrictguidelinesforuseoftherange.

ARCHERYRANGE

Youmustwearclose-toedshoestoshoot.

DONOTBRINGANYPersonalArcheryEquipmenttoCamp!

ARCHERYRANGEMERITBADGES

DonotsignupforthisclassifyouhavetheMeritBadge.

ArcheryMeritBadge

Comments / ThisisnotaneasyMeritBadgetoearnandisrecommendedforolderScouts.
Extra timeisneededattherangeforpracticetoachievetheneededscores.
Inthemeritbadgeclass,Scoutsnotonlyconcentrateontheirscoringandproperuseofthebow,butalsolearnhowtomakeabowstringandarrow.

ArcheryRangeActivities

ThearcheryrangeisopentoeveryScoutand Adult Leader.

Sundayafternoon and Monday morning the range is open forqualifyingshoot,safetyorientation,andfreeshootfor

“IDidItAll”.

BeginnersInstruction

OpenShootingeveryafternoon

TopArcheroftheWeekAward-Certificatesareawardedandemblemsmaybepurchased.

RIFLERANGES

Safetyisfirstandforemostatbothour
16pointSmall-boreRifleRange 6pointMuzzle LoadingRifleRange.

The range instructors aretrainedintheuseoffirearmsandtheirsafeoperation.BothrangesareoperatedunderNRAsanctionsbyCertifiedNRAFirearmsInstructors.

DONOTBRINGPersonalFirearmsofANYTypeorCalibertoCamp!

(Thisincludesairsoft,BB,paintballandother"projectile"devices.)

Rifles,targets,and .22 ammunitionwillbeprovidedatnocharge.

RIFLERANGESMERITBADGES

DonotsignupforthisclassifyouhavetheMeritBadge.

RifleShootingMeritBadge Muzzle or .22 it is the same badge

Comments / Option"A"(moderncartridgetype)isoffered.
Option"C"(Muzzle Loading RifleShooting)isoffered.
IfaScouthascompletedtheAorCselection,theycannotdothe merit badgeagain.
Extrapracticeontherangeisrequiredtoachievetheneededscores.

RifleRangesActivities

TheriflerangesareopentoeveryScoutand Adult Leader.

Sundayafternoon and Monday morning the range is open forqualifyingshoot,safetyorientation,andfreeshootfor“IDidItAll”.

Beginners, Marksmanship, and Safety Instruction

OpenShootingeveryafternoon - FREE for Merit Badge participants

Additional Fee for Muzzle Loading Open Shoot - See page 62.

Top Rifleman of the week Award - Certificates are awarded.

CAMPADVENTUREPROGRAMS

CLIMBINGTOWERMERITBADGES

ClimbingMeritBadge

Comments / SuggestScouts be13yearsofagetotaketheClimbingMeritBadge.
Prerequisites / BRINGWEAR Long Pantsand Close-Toed Shoes.

ClimbingTowerActivities

Allclimbsare First Come, First Serve.

If you get the orientation, you will climb.

Must wearlongpantsand close-toed shoes. NO swim wear

Tower activities aresubjecttochange due to

inclement weatherorspecial circumstances.

Aclimbwillbescheduledfor Adult Leaderswithcurrent

“ClimbonSafely”certification.

HORSEMANSHIPMERITBADGES

DonotsignupforthisclassifyouhavetheMeritBadge.

HorsemanshipMeritBadge with Animal Science Merit Badge (block)

Comments / Somepreviousridingexperienceishelpful,butnotrequired.
Prerequisites / Bring required Waiver to class on Monday. See Pg. 64

Animal Science

Comments / Done concurrently with Horsemanship OR by appointment in the afternoons.
Prerequisites / Scout will be doing the Horse Option.

During afternoon on the side of the Health Lodge we will offer:Veterinary Medicine

Comments / Meet on North side porch of the Health Lodge
Prerequisites / COMPLETE requirement #6 prior to camp.Bring a note from parent.

HorseCorralActivities

Troop ridesarebyappointmentonly – see below.
Allridingisunderthedirectionof the Head Wrangler and Staff.
Troop ridesareprimarilyforScouts.

Sign-up for Troop Horse Ride on Camp Registration Site.

Adultsmayrideifhorsesare available – Must sign WAIVER!

AllridersMUSTbeatthestables15minutesbeforetheirscheduledridingtime.Troopsthatdonotshowupfortheirscheduledtimemaynotbeallowedtoreschedule.

Ridesmaybecancelledorrescheduleddueto inclement weatherorothercircumstancesrelatedtohealthandsafetyatthe

Wrangler Director’s discretion.

Helmetswillbeprovidedand are requiredduringridesbyallriders.
Ridersarenotallowedtoweartreadedbootsorsandals.
(Treadedbootsandsandalsmakeithardtogetinandoutofstirrups.)
Tennis shoes areokay.RidersMUSTwearlongpants.

ThehorsesarechosenforsizeandtemperamenttosuitScouts.
Therefore, we ask that anyone over 220 pounds, notride.

Horseback Riding Release of Liability (WAIVER) MUSTBESUBMITED AT CHECK IN OR ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASSES TO THE WRANGLER DIRECTOR FORALLCAMPERSTHATARERIDING !

Horseback Riding Release of Liability Waiversneedtobesignedbythe Scout’sparents priortoarrivingatcamp.

AFTERNOON MERIT BADGES and ACTIVITIES

AT A GLANCE

HANDICRAFT AREA

Art Merit Badge

Pulp and Paper Merit Badge

Sculpture Merit Badge

NATURE AREA

Bird Study Merit Badge

Geology Merit Badge

Insect Study Merit Badge

OUTDOOR SKILLS AREA

Backpacking Merit Badge

Hiking Merit Badge

Camping Merit Badge

WRANGLER AREA

Animal Science Merit Badge (at Corrals)

Veterinary Medicine Merit Badge

(Held on Health Lodge Patio)

POOL AREA

Mile Swim

Snorkeling BSA (Not Merit Badge)