Schedule
7:30 - 8:00 AM Registration - Orientation
8:15 AM Flags
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Morning Sessions
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Afternoon Sessions
Clinic Format
We will be offering AM, PM and ALL-DAY merit badge classes. Scouts may select AM and PM classes and earn 2 merit badges (or 3 if Fingerprinting and Crime Prevention are chosen for the AM session) or they may select an All-Day class and earn just that merit badge. Troop(s)/Scouts with parent(s) will be asked to check-in at the main entrance. before 8:00 am. Please arrive early to avoid a late rush at 8:00 (Please pay attention to signage that will be posted the day of the event. Morning sessions will begin at 9:00am. Lunch will be from 12:00 to 12:45. The afternoon sessions will from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The registration cost is $45.00. There are a few merit badges that have extra material fees. Please check when registering. Late Registration is $60 at the door!!!!!!!!!!!
Scout Requirements
To earn a merit badge, we require Scouts to participate fully in class and complete all pre-requisite requirements. We require the Merit Badge Work Sheets found at http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/list.asp to be completed prior to event. Scouts who do not complete requirements either at the clinic or before will still have a chance to learn new skills and be on their way to completing the merit badge.
Requested Help From Scout Leaders
Per Youth Protection Guidelines we require two deep leadership in every classroom. If you are a leader with current Youth Protection Training, you can sign up to assist with the 2 deep leadership. We will assign you to a classroom to provide the 2nd trained leader. Please sign up for the "All-Day" session of "ABA Attendance by Adult" in the activity sign-up.
Leader/Parent Recommendations
As leader(s)/parent(s), you can help your Scouts be successful by registering them for appropriate badges. Younger Scouts should be discouraged from pursuing advanced badges they may be unable to complete or appreciate the knowledge being shared. Troop leaders should know the abilities of their troop members and should spend the required time prior to the MBC preparing each Scout for his session. Most badges have pre-requisites that must be accomplished before the clinic day. Please make sure the Scouts do their homework. It is important that Scouts know the importance of working hard in class and cooperating with counselors and classmates.
Camping Options
There are limited Camping spots available for an extra cost at Camp Lissa which is located near the Clinic.
Please contact Christopher Lissa for more details about Camp Lissa. The Camp number is 608-201-3873.
Merit Badge Completion
We offer a variety of hands-on quality merit badge classes. Each merit badge class is staffed with professional/expert instructors in the subject matter. Scouts are required to read the Merit Badge Booklet and finish all pre-requisites before attending the Merit Badge Clinic.
The Merit Badge Counselor will give credit for completed requirements only. The Scout should complete all other requirements not covered in class or completed prior to attending at his own pace with his own troop and local counselors.
Class Notes:
First Aid: Bring your personal first aid kit, your scout book. Read the First Aid Merit Badge book fully before coming to the class. The merit badge counselor, Monica Delabarre, has need of assistance from other leaders who have first aid knowledge. Contact Monica at e-mail ibeme@charter.net to make arrangements.
Material to Bring
Scouts are expected to arrive prepared. Notebook with pencil or pen should be brought to the merit badge clinic. Scouts must request and receive Merit Badge Blue Cards from their Troop Advancement Committee or Scoutmaster in advance of the clinic. Scouts should bring their approved blue cards with them to the clinic. NO BLUE CARDS WILL BE PROVIDED the day of or completed without the appropriate signatures. Merit Badge Blue Cards will NOT be handed out during the clinic. Please note classes that may offer two merit badges in one session. All pre-requisite items for each class and worksheets used in the classrooms can be found at www.usscouts.org.
Dress Code
The "BSA / Scouting America" Class A uniform is the official uniform for the day. No exception.
Deadlines
All fees must be received by March 8th to secure classes. There will not be any refunds after March 8th! No spots will be held or assumed held in the absence of payment.
If payment is not received in full by March 29th, registration and merit badge classes will be on a first come - first served basis. Cost at the door is $60 Classes selected online will not be held and may fill before you arrive on April 5th.