Fishing Merit Badge

Michael Brand – Fishing Instructor

Sept 12, 2020

9:00am to 12:15pm

Zoom Prerequisites and Expectations

Scouts Must:

· Read the fishing merit badge book and complete the fishing merit badge worksheet prior to

taking the course (http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Fishing.pdf)

· Provide an email address and check their email prior to the zoom meeting. This will allow the

instructor to send links to relevant information.

· Master the following knots (improved clinch knot, Palomar knot, uni knot, uni to uni knot, and

arbor knot). This should be done ahead of time. Scouts should be prepared to show each of

these completed knots to the instructor and be able to tie them when asked. A clasp and

paracord is the best way to demonstrate.

· Review the fishing regulations for their local region. This can be done by picking up a copy of the

regulations at a local distributor (e.g., Walmart) or online at their local Department of

Conservation.

· Catch and identify a fish. Scout should have documented evidence (e.g., photo) and a note from

a parent/guardian/scoutmaster/responsible adult that they caught the fish.

· A note from parent/guardian/scoutmaster/responsible adult indicating that the scout has

either:

o Cleaned and cooked a fish they have caught

o Acquired a fish, cleaned it, and cooked it.

· I will send out an email prior to the event with additional information and links.

During the Zoom portion of the scouts will be expected to:

· Be in uniform and prepared to learn.

· Understand how to use Zoom including how to mute themselves and how use the video

function. Scouts might need to use zoom on a cell phone when demonstrating (see below).

· Come prepared to participate. Scouts will not get the badge simply by attending the zoom.

· Demonstrate how to use two different types of fishing equipment.