Your scout must provide evidence of completion in order to obtain blue card signoff. Archaeology interest project award for cadette, senior, and ambassador. To request powerpoint versions, use the contact eric page above note. For requirements please contact council at 540 7775100. Archaeology merit badge activity planner scoutwiki. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Merit badge pamphlets are reprinted annually and requirements updated regularly. Decoding the art of merit badges bryan on scouting. Printable requirements for archaeology merit badge. Explain how archaeology is different than artifact collecting or treasure hunting.
Archaeology merit badge workshop suffolk county council. Archaeology merit badge emblem boy scouts merit badges. When you find that many requirements say discuss the worksheet. Search and rescue sar merit badge, kayaking merit badge, welding merit badge. Learn about the traditional dwellings, clothing, and crafts of the iroquois in the alcoa foundation hall of american indians. Give the signed application to your unit leader so your merit badge emblem can be secured for you. Specifically written to help boy scouts prepare for their archaeology merit badge requirements, this. When the counselor is satisfied you have met each requirement, he or she will sign your application. Tell what archaeology is and explain how it differs from anthropology, geology, paleontology, treasure hunting, and history. Enhancing our youths competitive edge through merit badges. Scroll down for a list of all of the current merit badges and their requirements.
Requirement 2 archaeological process site location. Advancement is simply a means to an end, not an end in itself. The archaeology merit badge allows scouts to learn about how material remains of human behavior can be used to learn about the past. They learn about the laws and regulations which protect archaeological sites. Archaeologists are detectives who study how people lived in the past.
Archaeology merit badge through the hopewell culture national historical park. Cub scouts girl scouts boy scouts merit badges boy scouting eagle scout archaeology kids learning fossils boys. The archaeology merit badge is earned once scouts complete requirements that include learning about the archaeological process and reporting findings. Apr 15, 2019 archaeology merit badge helps and documents april 15, 2019 leave a comment by doing the requirements for the archaeology merit badge, scouts find out how sites and artifacts from the past help us develop a more accurate picture of how our ancestors lived. Eventbrite scoutmaster bucky presents archaeology merit badge 20191109 saturday am scouts bsa saturday, november 9, 2019 at lakeville south high school, lakeville, mn. Quicky look up the latest merit badge requirements for all 8 merit badges by name or category. Merit badge counselors may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks. Here are a few tips to help the patrol leader get started scouts may never add or subtract from the actual merit badge requirements.
Important information about how to prepare for a merit badge program at huntley meadows park. See more ideas about merit badge, archaeology and badge. Canoeing merit badge requirements for the boy scouts of america. Describe each of the following steps of the archaeological process. Archaeology merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. Archaeology is an exciting field that combines the study of history, sociology and anthropology. The merit badge counselor certifies completion of requirements and the merit badge patch is presented at a court of honor or troop meeting. An official boy scouts of america merit badge pamphlet has been created for the bsa by topic authorities for each merit badge. 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. Using the museums exhibits and collections, they will participate in a simulated archaeological dig, see and handle native american artifacts and learn about a local native american tribe. Archaeology merit badge workbook this workbook has been custom designed to complete the requirements for the archaeology merit badge through the hopewell culture national historical park.
While participating in the boy scouts of america archaeology merit badge program at meadowcroft, scouts will visit a recreated monongahela native american village, the meadowcroft rockshelter archaeological site, and participate in a mockexcavation. The merit badge gives scouts the opportunity to learn about past people, participate directly in archaeological research for a day, and learn about careers in archaeology. Color charts, graphs, diagrams, tables, and pictures are on almost every pages. For many of our programs, requirements must be completed prior to arrival at camp for a scout to be eligible for completion of the badge. Nov 09, 2019 eventbrite scoutmaster bucky presents archaeology merit badge 20191109 saturday am scouts bsa saturday, november 9, 2019 at lakeville south high school, lakeville, mn. Merit badge requirements and worksheets boy scout trail. During the program, the merit badge counselor will do a demonstration or explain the process for completing the final merit badge requirements. Boy scouts of america archaeology merit badge requirements will be met.
Pdf document of the prework questions is available on the website. Archaeology merit badge helps and documents scouter mom. Patrol leader merit badge planning guide for the archaeology merit badge activities for the youth lead patrol exploring archaeology can be a fascinating youth adventure when done right. Archaeology merit badge tickets, sat, dec 7, 2019 at. Scoutingbsaarchaeology merit badge wikibooks, open books. Heres your chance to work alongside the parks archaeologist and get hands on experience with mapping, soil identification, and artifact processing. Important general merit badge information for parents. By doing the requirements for the archaeology merit badge, scouts find out how sites and artifacts from the past help us develop a more accurate picture of how our ancestors lived. Archaeology merit badge boy scouts of america wiki. Merit badges are awards earned by members of the boy scouts of america, based on activities within the area of study by completing a list of periodically updated requirements. Requirements for the archaeology merit badge study mans past lifestyle and culture to earn the archaeology merit badge. Describe at least two ways in which archaeologists determine the.
The animation merit badge requirements were released this week, officially making it the bsas 6th current merit badge. Scoutingbsaarchaeology merit badge wikibooks, open books for. The effective date for earning these new merit badges is april 1, 2010, and requirements must be. You still must satisfy your counselor that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. Tell what archaeology is and explain to your counselor how it differs or relates to other fields. This workbook has been custom designed to complete the requirements for the archaeology merit badge through the hopewell culture national historical park. Archaeology merit badge community archaeology program. Merit badge pamphlets are one of the easiest and most efficient ways of getting help on merit badges. Scoutbook boy scouts archaeology merit badge requirements. Feel free to use these scouts bsa archaeology merit badge presentations i use to teach my classes.
Merit badge requirements are revised as needed to reflect updated information and technology. Archaeology merit badge cartouche chronicles official. A scout can purchase pamphlets from bsa, find them in a troop library, or oftentimes check them out from a public. Sep 8, 20 resources to help complete the boy scout archaeology merit badge. Animation merit badge requirements bryan on scouting. Archaeology merit badge at riverbend park welcome to the archaeology merit badge program at riverbend park. No, turns out that brown thing on archaeology merit badge is a.
Using the clues that people left behind, they try to understand how and why human culture has changed through time. Archaeology merit badge 20191109 saturday am scouts. Merit badges marked with the blue i icon are enhanced with videos and additional multimedia resources. Visiting an archaeological site will require advance planning. The requirements to this merit badge are ed by the boy scouts of america. The prerequisites for this class are requirements 1, 2, 4a, 7c and 10 in. Huntley meadows archaelogy merit badge fairfax county.
Archaeology merit badge class preparation page scoutmaster. Approximately 6 hours while participating in the boy scouts of america archaeology merit badge program at meadowcroft, scouts will visit a recreated monongahela native american village, the meadowcroft rockshelter archaeological site, and participate in a mockexcavation. Requirements were rewritten effective january 1, 2018. Information compiled by cathy carson, 62009 and 12011. The boys removed leaves, limbs, forest brush around the paleoindian site in bluemont, va, in order to prepare for 3d and laser scanning of the native american indian property. The boy scouts of american requires you to complete 11 requirements to earn the archaeology merit badge. Feb 18, 20 study mans past lifestyle and culture to earn the archaeology merit badge. Archaeology, 6, 7a, 8b, 9a, 10, 11 registration fee includes sameday admission to carnegie museums of art and natural history. Please bring your authorized blue card, snack, drink, and merit badge workbook. Since 2008, merit badge pamphlets books are in full color. Archaeologists from around virginia will be presenting the archaeology merit badge at the virginia museum of history and culture.
Archaeology is the study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains. These are 2019 versions requirements changed in 2018. Worksheets are optional but highly preferred by many mbc. Participate in a mock dig and help prepare an archaeological exhibit for display. Learn about the field of archaeology at carnegie museum of natural history. When you click on a scout and their activity log, you will be. Merit badge requirements you can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business and future careers as you earn merit badges in the scouts bsa program.
Scoutbook 2020 scouts bsa merit badge requirements. Excavation unit mapping and artifact analysis an experimental archaeology project a. The program is held at the riverbend visitor center located at 8700 potomac hills street in great falls unless otherwise indicated by park staff. Archaeology merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. It has a list of eleven different requirements that must be fulfilled before receiving the recognition and patch. Jan 01, 2018 explain how archaeology is different than artifact collecting or treasure hunting. Archaeology is the study of past human life by examining buildings and objects found in the ground. Carnegie museum of natural history archaeology merit. Scouts bsa archaeology merit badge carnegie museum of. Merit badge blue card properly filled out and signed off by your scoutmaster. Two requirements will need to be completed ahead of time and. Tell what archaeology is and explain how it differs from anthropology, geology, paleontology, and history. Tell what archaeology is and explain to your counselor how it differs or relates to other fields of study such as anthropology, geology, paleontology, and history. We have structured the program so that it fulfills some of the requirements for the archaeology merit badge.
Troop 743 earned their archaeology and indian lore merit badges this weekend with help from chris. Each week well take a field trip to a different historic site, and weather permitting, do some real excavating. Scouts will learn about archaeology from our registered archaeology merit badge counselors in this handson workshop. The counselor may ask to meet you to explain what is expected and to start helping you meet the requirements. Boy scouts will learn about archaeology from our registered archaeology merit badge counselors in this handson workshop. The requirements published by the boy scouts of america should always be used over the list here. Each merit badge has a pamphlet booklet associated with it. Scoutingbsaarchaeology merit badge wikibooks, open. Excavation unit mapping and artifact analysis an experimental archaeology project a fun and.
Where options are given, we have chosen those that relate to the archeological resources at hopewell culture nhp. Required adult chaperones may register at no charge. The archaeology merit badge is awarded to scouts who study and show a solid level of understanding in the field of archaeology. Carnegie museum of natural history archaeology merit badge. This workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor.
The first seven requirements ask the scout to research archaeology and then answer a. Saturday, january 11, 2020 registration full scouts bsa archaeology merit badge program this exciting, handson program provides the information and experience to fulfill requirements 2, 3, 4b, 5, 6, 8b, and 9b of the merit badge requirements, including. Archaeology merit badge cartouche chronicles official website. Current merit badges scoutbook activity logs are now in internet advancement.
It is one of several methods designed to help unit leadership carry out the aims and mission of the boy scouts of america. A scout can begin taking merit badges as soon as they join a troop, but no merit badges are required for advancement until first class. Camp fulfills some requirements for the boy scout archaeology merit badge. Scouts must meet up with their scoutmasters to receive a signed blue card in order to begin working on a merit badge. The purpose of the merit badge program is to allow scouts to examine subjects to determine if they would like to further pursue them as a career or vocation. Archaeology merit badge workbook national park service. Supporting documentation or project work pertinent to this merit badge which may also include a merit badge workbook for reference with notes. Digital photographs of your scout doing the element and a picture of the completed requirement will be sufficient. Please join us on saturday december 7th at the council service center in medford for the archaeology merit badge workshop. For requirements please contact council at 540 777. The pages are glossy to better stand up to use outdoors. Virginia department of historic resourcesvirginia museum of history and culture. Merit badges are awarded to scouts who complete the requirements for each badge. Things to remember to bring for this merit badge class.