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To be able to complete a merit badge during Pathways to Eagle the preparation work MUST be completed BEFORE and turned in at the START of the merit badge session.

  

Due to the shortness of the sessions, teaching is not possible. The Scout needs to have read the merit badge pamphlet BEFORE the session and be prepared for each of the requirements.

  

The availability of a Merit Badge session will be based on the actual availability of Merit Badge counselors on the day of the event.

Because of limited space in merit badge sessions Scouts will be assigned to
sessions based on their rank starting with Eagle Scout and working down.

Genealogy   Genealogy    Genealogy

This merit badge requires 1 session to complete.

The Pathways to Eagle preparation work items for the Genealogy merit badge are: 2a,  2b,  3,  4b,  5,  6,  7

Scouts are strongly encouraged to use a Merit Badge worksheet to show that they have done the preparation work for the merit badge. Download the workbook for the Genealogy Merit Badge  in Adobe PDF format from ,The U.S. Scouting Service Project website.
Scouts MUST be able to discuss any items completed as preperation works or as written work.
 
1. 		  
Explain to your counselor what the words genealogy, ancestor, and descendant mean.
 
2. 		  
Do one of the following:
a.  Create a time line for yourself or a relative. Then write a short biography based on that time line.
b.  Keep a journal for six weeks. You must write in it at least once a week.
 
3. 		  
With your parent's help, choose a relative or family acquaintance you can interview in person, by telephone, or by e-mail or letter. Record the information you collect so you do not forget it
 
4. 		  
Do the following:
a.  Name three types of genealogical resources and explain how these resources can help you chart your family tree.
b.  Obtain at least one genealogical document that supports an event that is or can be recorded on your pedigree chart or family group record. The document could be found at home or at a government office, religious organization. archive, or library.
c.  Tell how you would evaluate the genealogical information you found for requirement 4b.
 
5. 		  
Contact ONE of the following individuals or institutions. Ask what genealogical services, records, or activities this individual or institution provides, and report the results:
a.  A genealogical or lineage society.
b.  A professional genealogist (someone who gets paid for doing genealogical research)
c.  A surname organization, such as your family's organization
d.  A genealogical educational facility or institution
e.  A genealogical record repository of any type (courthouse,genealogical library, state or national archive, state library, etc.)
 
6. 		  
Begin your family tree by listing yourself and include at least two additional generations. You may complete this requirement by using the chart provided in the Genealogy merit badge pamphlet or the genealogy software program of your choice.
 
7. 		  
Complete a family group record form, listing yourself and your brothers and sisters as the children. On another family group record form, show one of your parents and his or her brothers and sisters as the children. This requirement may be complete using the chart provided or the genealogy software program of your choice.
 
8. 		  
Do the following:
a.  Explain the effect computers and the Internet are having on the world of genealogy.
b.  Explain how photography (including microfilming) has influenced genealogy.
 
9. 		  
Discuss what you have learned about your family and your family members through your genealogical research.
 
The requirements listed on this web site are believed to be correct.
The official requirements can be found in the current edition of
"Boy Scout Requirements Book 2010"
Download the workbook for the Genealogy Merit Badge
in Adobe PDF format from ,The U.S. Scouting Service Project website.

The availability of a Merit Badge session will be based on the actual availability of Merit Badge counselors on the day of the event.

To be able to complete a merit badge during Pathways to Eagle the preparation work indicated on the web site MUST be completed BEFORE and turned in at the START of the merit badge session and you MUST bring proof of completion. You must also be able to demonstrate the necessary knowledge for ALL of the requirements. Scouts not completing the merit badge will receive credit for the work they have done and will have to make arrangements with a counselor to complete any remaining requirements at a later date.

Note: The preparation work listed is subject to change at any time. It is based on what the counselor believes needs to be completed before the session starts.

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