At the start of the new year, scouts who are beginning must use only the new requirements. Discuss with your counselor the safety equipment, tools, and clothing used while checking or repairing farm equipment. Use this equipment, tools, andor clothing when needed or called for in meeting the requirements for this merit badge. Merit badges are awarded to scouts who complete the requirements for each badge. Astronomy merit badge requirements announcements district roundtables are held the 1st thursday of each month at whites chapel united methodist church, 185 s white chapel blvd, southlake, tx 76092. The program is held at the riverbend visitor center located at 8700 potomac hills street in great falls unless otherwise indicated by park staff. When the counselor is satisfied you have met each requirement, he or she will sign your application. January, 2018 requirements for the astronomy merit badge. Also, many astronomy merit badge requirements are already learned in school by most scouts that are over or 14. Request new merit badge topics if you feel another topic or activity should be added, you need to tell the boy scouts of america directly. Ive agreed to be a counselor for about a dozen boy scouts working on their astronomy merit badge. The requirements to this merit badge are ed by the boy scouts of america. Also, i only give the credit on the fudged requirements if the scout knows the constellations and stars and have the knowledge to complete all the other requirements. Astronomy this merit badge is done on friday night only.
The apparent motion of the sun, moon and stars each day is due primarily to rotation. Boy scout merit badge counselor help outreach cloudy nights. The 2011 and 2012 editions of boy scout requirements had different text for requirement 9 than the new merit badge pamphlet. Within a single week sketch the position of the moon in the sky at the same hour on three different evenings. Scouts should bring a snack and be prepared to go outside to observe the night sky. It sounds like theyre handling most of the requirements with their troop leaders and the like, but theyve asked me to help with a threehour observing session that is on their list of things to do. At mbu, scouts may earn up to three mbs that are not typically available in a camp or troop. Oct 27, 2015 boy scout merit badge counselor help posted in outreach.
As we prepare for the 2016 version of astrofest we are looking at ways we might be able to help out boy scouts in fulfilling requirements the astronomy merit badge, and nova requirements. Quicky look up the latest merit badge requirements for all 8 merit badges by name or category. The pathways to eagle preparation work items for the astronomy merit badge are. The information on these pages should provide a deeper understanding of the points made in the astronomy merit. The mostearned merit badge in 2016 was a repeat of 2015. To obtain a list of registered merit badge counselors, or to begin a merit badge, please contact your scoutmaster or council service center. Boy scout astronomy merit badge camp the challenger. It seems ironic that the symbol on the merit badge is saturn but it is omitted from the requirements.
The merit badge program provides opportunities for youth to explore more than 120 fields of skill and knowledge. Download and print any worksheet in seconds completely free. This workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor. Merit badge requirements and worksheets badges may be earned by individual scouts. We have ranked every merit badge by popularity both in 2016 and lifetime.
The effective date for earning these new merit badges is april 1, 2010, and requirements must be completed no later than dec. All merit badge workshops are three hours in length on the dates indicated. In between the 1st and 2nd sessions, you will do those requirements marked as homework. In the winter, it gets cold outside staring at the sky, so please dress.
All astronomy merit badge requirements will not be covered during the camp. Blanks in this worksheets table appear when we do not have a worksheet for the badge. The complete astronomy merit badge workbook can be found on the adlers website, along with the pathways to. Slowly, the boy scouts have developed into a real training ground for budding scientists and engineers. Current merit badges the scoutbook team is excited to announce the upcoming release of activity logs, a faster way for units to track the. Bsa astronomy merit badge requirements here are the requirements for the boy scouts of america astronomy merit badge. Explain which ones can appear in phases similar to lunar phases and which ones cannot, and explain why. Merit badges mbs are an important part of the boy scout program. We will do the requirements marked as 1st session during our first class, those marked as 2nd session during our second class. Scoutingbsaastronomy merit badge wikibooks, open books. Sketch the face of the moon, indicating on it the locations of at least five seas and five craters. Upon fulfilling the requirements, the counselor will sign the bsa blue card and award the scouts a microsoft store patch. Check back in the summer to view fall workshop date and times. Tell how to safely observe the sun, objects near the sun, and the moon.
Oct 01, 20 astronomy merit badge requirements october 1, 20 october 1, 20 in learning about astronomy, scouts study how activities in space affect our own planet and bear witness to the wonders of the night sky. Requirements were revised effective january 1, 2016. Until that date, scouts starting the merit badge may use either the previous. Per national regulations, the only person who may sign off on requirements is a merit badge counselor, duly registered and authorized by the local council. Astronomy merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. If you choose to complete them after, you can receive your astronomy merit badge at a later date by having the requirements approved by your scout master or a certified merit badge counselor. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while participating in astronomy activities, and what you should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and. Find out about three career opportunities in astronomy. Explain which ones can appear in phases similar to lunar. Search and rescue sar merit badge, kayaking merit badge, welding merit badge. Describe the similarities and differences of several types of astronomical telescopes, including at least one that observes light beyond the visible part of the spectrum i. They are reproduced in part here under fair use as a resource for scouts and scouters to use in the earning and teaching of merit badges.
Astronomy merit badge microsoft store scouting event. It is easier to locate than the other planets, very distinct. Merit badge requirements are revised as needed to reflect updated information and technology. Astronomy merit badge pamphlet boy scout badges, boy scouts.
All star astronomy meetings and observing events are canceled until further notice. To research the following information, use the astronomy merit badge booklet. District and council advancement committees are encouraged to offer opportunities for scouts to work on at least some of these merit badges at resident camp, at camporees, or during special anniversary celebrations. Personally take a series of photographs or digital images of the movement of the moon, a planet, an asteroid, meteor, or a comet. It helps the scouts understand the various requirements. On this page we will be listing activities that might take place that can help your scouts. I serve the bsa in several capacities and was planning to serve as a merit badge instructor for astronomy this year.
Scoutbook boy scouts astronomy merit badge requirements. Welcome to the astronomy merit badge program at riverbend park. Astronomy merit badge at cub run recenter the astronomy merit badge program is 4 hours long, but is weather dependent. The harvard college friends of scouting in conjunction with spirit of adventure formerly boston minuteman council presents merit badge university mbu 2016.
Astronomy, and must be completed before attending the astronomy merit badge workshop at the adler planetarium on sunday, april 10. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while participating in astronomy activities, and what you should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond to these hazards. New text is in bold green underlined serif text like this sentence. Because the astronomy merit badge requires some observation and data collection, however, scouts will need to some prework prior to attending the workshop. In learning about astronomy, scouts study how activities in space affect our own planet and bear witness to the wonders of the night sky. Upon fulfilling the requirements, the counselor will sign the bsa blue cardmerit badge card and award a. Be sure that you are familiar with the requirements for the merit badge your. We might not be able to complete all the requirements if it is cloudy. Astronomy merit badge overnight registration form saturdaysunday december 1011, 2016 full payment due with registration and must be received by tuesday, december 6, 2016 late registrations will be accepted if space is available. Oct 24, 2016 published on oct 24, 2016 watch this video to learn about the prerequisites you should complete before participating in the boy scout astronomy badge program at the museum. Turn your eyes to the skies and check out the latest requirements for astronomy merit badge, updated on jan. Important general merit badge information for parents.
This workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. In your visual display, label each image and include the date and time it was taken. In your discussion, tell how scout spirit and the scout oath and scout law apply to camping and outdoor ethics. Quicky look up the latest merit badge requirements for all. Feb 21, 2015 welcome to the class notes and assignments for the astronomy merit badge. The remaining requirements not included in this workbook will be completed at the workshop. The unique border will immediately identify it as a 2010 historic merit badge. A new version of the merit badge pamphlet for this merit badge, with substantially new requirements, was issued during 2004 after the 2004 edition of boy scout requirements was issued. Astronomy merit badge pamphlet boy scout badges, boy. Not one to be missed and for the period of time the rings are visible i would highly recommend the boys view it. The previous requirements remain current until december 31, 2004. Items in red must be completed before the session starts to make it possible to. The workspace provided for each requirement is designed for you to research, make notes, draw sketches, collect. Upon fulfilling the requirements, the counselor will sign the bsa blue card merit badge card and award a microsoft store patch.
Scoutbook 2020 scouts bsa merit badge requirements. All merit badge workshops are three hours in length on the date indicated. Deleted portions are struck through red italic text like this sentence. Astronomy merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. Mar 10, 2016 this pin was discovered by steve johnson. You still must satisfy your counselor that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. Jan 01, 2018 the 2011 and 2012 editions of boy scout requirements had different text for requirement 9 than the new merit badge pamphlet.
Give the signed application to your unit leader so your merit badge emblem can be secured for you. Help an astronomy club in your community hold a star party that is open to the public. Boy scout astronomy merit badge powerpoint presentation. Of the 126 current merit badges offered by the boy scouts of america, 31 of them fit under the stem umbrella. If you look north at night, you will see the stars. During their workshop, scouts will have a period of free time so they can enjoy a handson experience with the newest technology found in the store. Published on oct 24, 2016 watch this video to learn about the prerequisites you should complete before participating in the boy scout astronomy badge program at the museum. Follow the jump for the complete requirements do the following. All worksheets are in pdf form and contain the requirements for obtaining any badge along with the necessary tasks needed to earn all bsa merit badges. Boy scouts should complete their astronomy merit badge workbook prior to attending camp, except for items 3b, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5d, 6d, 7c, and 8a.
Items in red must be completed before the session starts to make it possible to complete the merit badge at pathways to eagle. Boy scouts merit badges boy scout troop cub scouts girl scouts cub scout patches chef school boy. Astronomy merit badge at microsoft store 2 locations. Find any boy scout merit badge worksheet or workbook here. When the rings of saturn are visible, it is a awesome sight. Boy scout astronomy merit badge due to the covid19 situation, the remaining spring merit badge workshops are cancelled. If a new edition of a merit badge pamphlet is introduced with updated requirements after the scouts bsa requirements book has been released, a scout who is starting the badge may choose to follow either set of requirements until the end of the year. Astronomy merit badge class preparation page scoutmaster bucky. Discuss how the things you did to earn this badge have taught you about personal health and safety, survival, public health, conservation, and good citizenship. To see the requirements, without the changes highlighted, click here.
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