Archaeology Class Preparation
Read and review ALL requirements prior to the class.
Even though a requirement may be identified as one to be done in class, Scouts are still expected to familiarize, review, and prepare for the requirement – BE PREPARED!
Active interaction/participation is expected and mandatory.
Share in your own words – avoid reading your answers.
Pay attention to the action verbs in the requirements.
Bring proof of completion, even partially completed work.
Requirement Insights
| Requirements | Expectations |
|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | Scouts will be able to successfully complete these requirements during the class when they have prepared ahead of time. Time will be allotted for those Scouts who have prepared to share their work for sign off consideration. |
| 7 | Please choose either 7b or 7c for requirement 7. Time will be allotted for all participants to share their prepared work for sign off consideration. |
| 10 | While requirement 10b will be the focus during the class, this does not exempt a Scout from reading, reviewing, and preparing for the requirement ahead of the class. While the instructor / counselor will prepare and present a simulated project, Scouts are still expected to prepare by being able to explain and perform each of the components described within this requirement. |
| 11 | The instructor / counselor will focus on requirement 11b during the class. Scouts are still expected to come to the class having reviewed and understanding the methods of experimental archaeology and with an item or skill in mind. Scouts concerned about composing the brief report during the class, should consider attempting this requirement as best they can ahead of the class and bringing their partisl or completed work with them. |
Things to Remember to Bring
- Your BSA ID# and / or your Merit Badge Blue Card properly filled out and signed off by your Scout Leader.
- Notes and questions from reading the Archaeology Merit Badge Pamphlet.
- Wear your Scout Uniform.
Bring appropriate outdoor weather clothing for the forecasted weather conditions (some/all components of the class will take place outdoors).
- Supporting documentation or project work pertinent to this merit badge, which may also include a Merit Badge Workbook for reference with notes.
- A positive Scouting focus and attitude.
