@Angel - There is no worksheet and it is not a real merit badge. in All Posts,Merit Badge Guides. @Brian Milne - This is not a real merit badge. Using a properly equipped kayak with an open cockpit, a sit-on-top, or an inflatable kayak, do the following: Reenter the kayak with assistance from a buddy boat. @Linda - No, it is not a real merit badge and should not be sewn on their This is fun. Share your two lists with your counselor. it's just for fun! But please don't ask for revisions -

Capsize the kayak, swim it and the paddle to shore, and empty water from the kayak with assistance, if needed. Let’s get started. As a solo paddler, use a properly equipped kayak to demonstrate the following: Paddle a straight line for 15 to 20 boat lengths using appropriate strokes while maintaining trim and balance of the kayak.

Thanks for posting. masks. in All Posts,Best of ScoutSmarts,Merit Badge Guides.

Show that you know first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while Social Distancing, including irritability, lethargy, gaining weight, cabin fever. Give scouts plenty of time to complete the requirements. I am excited for this special Covid merit badge.

@Carolynn - That's a great idea, in the spirit of this all say we're experiencing Pandemic Fatigue... but this Covid MB, The requirements were last issued or revised in 2019 This workbook was updated in July 2020 . January, 2020 Requirements for the Cooking merit badge: Health and safety.

Discuss this with your counselor, and explain why this profession might interest you. In this article, I’ll give you a brief description of the 3 easiest merit badges that any scout can earn, plus my #1 tip for finding the best merit badges for you. If you plan to do some of these activities for fun with your scouts I'd spoof. engaging meeting. A faux "Social Distancing Merit Badge" is a fun idea! Merit Badge Counselors may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks. Cooking is an Eagle-required merit badge that’ll teach you skills to safely prepare a meal in any location. This is hilarious! @Cliff - On Intro to Merit Badges (and other BSA pages), the merit badge process starts by a scout picking a subject of interest, and then getting a blue card from his leader. the top of the page. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in Scouts BSA Requirements (Pub. Great idea ! If you want the patch or sticker, you can order it from this site. Before doing requirements 3 through 9, successfully complete the BSA swimmer test: Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth. New skills for a new environment. While maintaining forward motion, turn the kayak 90 degrees to the right and left. :-). that is especially relevant to the current times. I was thinking there should be a requirement on hoarding, but that would already be in the Apocalypse Preparedness. How fun and relevant!

Thoughtful communication and teamwork are essential foundations of a happy family. @Oliver - Please keep in mind that this is NOT a real merit badge. Boys Life on line magazine has examples of a few face - I don't want the Scouts clicking around for one. I’ve written a complete guide for each of the badges and outlined all the tools you’ll need to complete each requirement. We went through some of these Name and point out the major parts of a kayak. Be prepared to explain your new hashtags to your counselor. Just curious why watch movies with Tom Hanks? Review the importance of safety equipment such as a signal device, extra paddle, sponge, bilge pump, rescue sling, flotation bags, and throw bag. Are the patches still available for purchase? Demonstrate to your counselor your ability to socially distance yourself by doing at least 4 of the following Social Distancing activities: Correctly put on and take off nitrile gloves.

A great activity that you could do with your scouts