Prerequisites

Read Entire Book.

Each scout should print out the Oceanography MB Worksheet and bring it with them.  

#8. Do ONE of the following:

• Write a 500-word report on a book about oceanography approved by your counselor (Merit Badge Counselor will review your book at Merit Badge Tech - bring it with you)
• Visit one of the following:
  • (1) Oceanographic research ship
  • (2) Oceanographic institute, marine laboratory,or marine aquarium
    
    Write a 500-word report about your visit.
• Explain to your troop in a five-minute prepared speech “Why Oceanography Is Important” or describe “Career Opportunities in Oceanography.” Before making your speech, show your speech outline to your counselor for approval.  (You may bring your outline to class and proof you gave it to your class - like a grade - or you may give your speech to the Merit Badge Tech class).

Location

All scouts must meet in Madrigrano Auditorium at 8:00 a.m. before leaving for their merit badge course.

Location TBD

Champions

• Ken Zabel