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Pre-requisites without them the
scout will not be allowed in the class
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Requirements not to be covered in class. Bring them and they will be signed off - or do them later |
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Patrick Baird
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chuckhaynes@me.com |
This program is designed to introduce the new Scouts to the fundamentals of Scouting.
More info about this program>>>
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CPR Certification
This is NOT a merit badge.
Open for adults and scouts
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This class is NOT a Merit Badge class, but a CPR certification class, open for youth AND adults.
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There is a $5 administrative fee if you want to receive a certification card. Bring CASH!
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For adults to register for this class: Register with your unit just as if you where a boy, enter your name as a scout. When you enter your name, please type "ADULT" before our last name.
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American Business
Mark Tingen
247-1145
Assistant: Angi Gribbin
813-8770
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mtingen@nfcbsa.org
agribbin@nfcbsa.org
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Medium |
Workbooks filled out and ready to discuss with Counselors. |
Scout must complete 2a, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 5 before merit badge is complete. |
All work books required, filled in and ready to fulfill within the allotted time of class. They will be review and returned to the scout. Be ready to discuss requirement 6 A, B, or C. |
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American Heritage
Jim Pimentel
213-6077
*Mark Tingen
904-247-1145
Assistant: Angi Gribbin
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jimpimentel@netzero.net
mtingen@nfcbsa.org
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Medium |
Pimentel
3a, 3c, 5a or 5b or 5c
Tingen
None
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Pimentel: Scouts can complete MB if they do the pre-reqs prior to class. If they do 5a, I need to approve the movies in advance.
Tingen: Have worksheet filled out and ready to tell to counselor. All workbooks required, filled in and ready to fulfill within the allotted time of class. They will be review and returned to the scout.
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Archery
Rich Dunham
885-3565
Harry Speelman
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rich_dunham@csx.com
kohlsmommy@aol.com
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Medium |
Workbook, pen and must be physically able to draw back on a compound bow to shoot the arrow 45'. Without the workbook and pen, Scouts will NOT be able to attend this class. |
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$5 additional cost |
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Pamela Welch
699-2767
Assistant: Becky DeLaCruz
710-1935
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islandrealty4u@bellsouth.net |
Easy |
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Automotive Maintenance
Arthur Allison
708-2216
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art@ctcww.com |
Medium. Best for older boys! |
Bring clothes to work on cars in, you will get yourself dirty.
Bring a pencil, notebook for notes, and MB Worksheet.
Research for Req. 11a before class. We will complete the chart with YOUR numbers in class.
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You can bring your own tools but not needed. Be ready to get dirty.
This is not a hard MB but you need to come ready to learn, not play around. Recommended for ages 14+ but exceptions on age can be made with maturity. Contact me for additional information.
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Peter Clinton
276-7401
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peterruthc@aol.com
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Medium
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Must bring workbook/sheets:
Pen or Pencil & something to write on (clip board or note book) |
Bring them and they will be signed off:
Sighed note from scoutmaster required for req. 4b, 5e, 6e, 7b, 8c,
8d, 9all |
This merit badge requires a lot of writing, it is recommend that Scouts complete some of these requirements prior to class. |
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Rubi Olis (1)
278-0735
Assistant: Michelle Mancil
272-0937
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reksaco@bellsouth.net
jonmancil@att.net
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Medium |
4a, 4b, 4c - Research and write one (1) question about an educational issue in Clay county. This must be turned in to the counselor at the start of the class; otherwise, you will not get signoff. If registered for the afternoon class, turn in your question before the start of the morning class.8 - Research an ethnic group which resides in your community and learn some of its history and culture.
- MB card printouts prefilled with the counselor's information to minimize administrative work
- Schedule of OP town council mtgs for those scouts who still have to attend
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3a, 3b - Scout can attend the Orange Park Town Council meeting 7pm on Feb 19 or Mar 12 or a School Board mtg, dates unknown.
Scout must present the agenda signed by any of the officials to signoff 3a. Be prepared to discuss 3b with the counselor.
5 - For signoff, be prepared to discuss the positive effect of the movie with the counselor.
7a, 7b, 7c -For signoff, be prepared to discuss the nature of the organization and your volunteer work and must have a tally of hours worked, signed by an organization representative.
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Bring Worksheet, paper and pen. |
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Citizenship in the Nation
Doug Heady
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douglas.heady@navy.mil
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2, 3, 6 & 8 |
Requirements 2, 6, & 8 (letter to an elected official). MB can be completed if these pre-reqs are completed and brought to the MBF. |
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Catrine Fredrikson
269-8630
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catrine@ipswebdesign.com |
Hard - Needs Maturity
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The following must be prepared with notes that you must bring in order for the requirements to be signed off.
3b - have notes about country you pick
4b - bring notes ready to discuss
4c - bring notes, be prepared to do a presentation for the group
7b - be prepared to present for the group
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Climbing
Wayne Wolfenbarger
505-1714
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wayne.wolfenbarger@comcast.net
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Hard
Scout must be 14 years of age |
Requirements: #1 show you know first-aid; #2 - Leave No Trace principles and Outdoor Code; #5 Verbal signals; #7 Knots; Appropriate Scout attire; Merit Badge Workbook, in a 3 ring binder with above requirements ready to be signed off; pencils.
Boy MUST take tests Friday night 8-9pm (Ashely Lodge) and show proficiency in #7
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It will be beneficial to the scout to complete all non-climbing related requirements to maximize use of the climbing facility.
Bring blue card and workbook to show what you have previously completed. Bring chair.
$5/participant to NFC
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Mark Tingen
247-1145
Assistant: Angi Gribbin
813-8770
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mtingen@nfcbsa.org
agribbin@nfcbsa.org
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Easy |
Bring collection, fully ready to discuss collection, why you chose it and what can you teach others to draw their interest into the collection.
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All work books required, filled in and ready to fulfill within the allotted time of class. They will be review and returned to the scout. |
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Instructor (2)
Tom Szaroleta
215-4274
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tom.szaroleta@jacksonville.com |
Hard - Need Maturity |
- Come prepared to deliver a five-minute speech
- Come prepared to teach a skill to the class. This should be a real skill, not how to make a paper airplane. Please think ahead of time.(Requirement 6) |
5. Attend a public meeting and report on it. If Scout has attended meeting and wishes to make presentation, that's OK, but otherwise we will not cover this requirement.
7. Write a letter to the editor, create a blog or produce a brochure. If Scout has done this and can present evidence, I'll sign off on it, but we won't cover this otherwise.
8. Prepare and lead a Court of Honor. If a leader from the Scout's troop can verify that this has been done, I'll sign off on it, but we won't otherwise cover this.
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Bring chair.
We will have fun doing this one, but it's Eagle required, so I won't sign the card if you don't put in the work.
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Computers
Thomas Kurtz
333-7062
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tckurtz1@yahoo.com |
Easy |
6, 7 & 9
Bring in printed or flash drive format as appropriated to have checked off
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Cooking
Bryon Barber
838-9952
Assistant: Candice Morales
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bbarber@coffeeperks.com |
Medium
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Read up requirements and bring the merit badge worksheet. |
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Bring chair.
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Crime Prevention
Jim Pimentel
213-6077
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jimpimentel@netzero.net
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Medium |
2, 4a, 4b, 7a oer 7b, 9d |
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Pre-reqs must be completed prior to class or scout will not be able to complete MB at fair. |
Dentistry
Diane Varner
904-504-7833
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dvarner1263@bellsouth.net |
Medium |
Bring workbook!!
Keep a list of everything you eat for three days and bring to class.
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#3 Arrange for a visit with your Dentist, before you go aske whether your visit can inclued a dental exam and plaque control demonstration. Afterward ask questions about things you want to know. Then tell your counselor about what the dentist does during a dental exam. |
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Emergency Preparedness
Ed Coyle
294-3918
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edward.m.coyle.ctr@navy.mil |
Medium
Best suited for boys 1st class and above. |
#1: Must have First Aid merit badge!!!
Bring blue card for proof!!!
Complete: 2c, 8a, 9a
Prepared to discuss 8c
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Make sure you are well prepared.
Must bring work book.
Bring chair.
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Nancy Allen
904-541-7985
Christine Bauer
904-542-5278
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nancy.p.allen@navy.mil
christine.bauer1@navy.mil
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Hard - Needs Maturity |
Printed workbook and writing materials, pencils are best. Binoculars or small nets can enhance scouts experience.
Research on Endangered Species 3.E.1 |
3E1. Endangered species100 word research paper. To be presented during class |
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Family Life
Bruce Nelsen
304-6565
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brucenelsen@comcast.net
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Medium |
MUST BRING A PARENT AND A CAMP CHAIR TO CLASS.
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3. Bring your 90 chore record.
4. Perform a project that benefits the family.
5. Plan and carryout a project that involves the participation of your Family. |
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Fingerprinting
Tonya Davie
616-1901
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akeyamni@att.net |
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Fire Safety
Richard Knoff
904-284-1648
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richard.knoff@co.clay.fl.us
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Medium
Not hard, but lots of stuff to do, explain, and demonstrate and includes a visit to the fire department. |
Please obtain and pre-read the Fire Safety Merit Badge book. Scouts should complete #6A and #6B with a parent sign-off prior to class. Bring #12 to be signed off as well. |
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Bring your chair.
Test at end of class to pass merit badge on material covered in class. |
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Tommy Childress
904-616-0950
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tommyc1436@att.net |
Hard
You must know Tenderfoot, 2nd and 1st Class first aid. Requires learning and demonstrating CPR. |
Requirement #1. Must be completed prior to class Bring note signed by SM. |
Completed requirement #5 using the worksheet at link before hand would be very helpful. |
Bring Scout Handbook and a Camp chair. |
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Bill Anlage
272-2575
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kb7msc@bellsouth.net |
Easy - but you have to come prepared!! |
2, 3, 4b, 5a-e, 6, 7 |
2, 3, 4b, 5a-e, 6, 7 |
Bring all research material.
Scouts: Together or a parent contact the instructor a few weeks before the event to discuss research material if needed.
Can be completed with complete prereq's.
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Note: this is 2 classes!
Larry Thomas
904-710-2616
Assistants:
Ron Tweedy
Jerry Scogins
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LNTRACING@ATT.NET |
Medium
Requires repairing, installing, building, painting, mending, and replacing various items found in the home. |
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Home Repair: 1
Plumbing: 1ab, 2ab |
Bring gloves and safety eye glasses. |
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Law
Jim Pimentel
213-6077
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jimpimentel@netzero.net
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Medium |
4, 6a or 6b |
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Personal Fitness
Carlos Lagrule
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lagrule@yahoo.com |
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6. 7. & 8
Note that there is a 12 week program to complete 7&8. Requirement 6 are exercises which if 7&8 are done, then 6 should be done as well.
If you completed these and bring to MBF you will complete Badge.
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Paul Joseph
735-0014
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supajoky@att.net
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Easy, but takes time and commitment at home.
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Needs worksheet.
Be prepared to demonstrate item 8.
If you bring items 1 & 9 they will be signed off in class. |
Item 2 |
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Photography
Donald Cisco
728-7160
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donaldcisco88@yahoo.com |
Easy |
Scouts must bring a camera (digital or 35mm), if scout doesn't have a camera he can use his phone's camera. |
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Search and Rescue
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Must bring Merit Badge Worksheets.
Complete req # 2 & 5
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Robert Midgett
318-7697
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remrobo@bellsouth.net |
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must complete #10 prior to class |
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Woodworking
Wesley Jennigan
269-9436
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wesjernigan@msn.com |
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Must bring Totenchip! |
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Bring chair. |