H.A.C. -Archery Traditional Geocache
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and dating it only. That's what it's for.
You will be looking for a 30 cal ammo can with some trading
items.
Archery is a fun way for Scouts to exercise minds as well as
bodies, developing a steady hand, a good eye, and a disciplined
mind. This merit badge can provide a thorough introduction to those
who are new to the bow and arrow—but even for the experienced
archer, earning the badge can help to increase the understanding
and appreciation of archery.
Requirements
1. Do the following:
* State and explain the Range Safety Rules:
1. Three safety rules when on the shooting line
2. Three safety rules when retrieving arrows
3. The four whistle commands used on a range and their related
verbal commands
* State and explain the general safety rules for archery.
Demonstrate how to safely carry arrows in your hands.
* Tell about your local and state laws for owning and using archery
tackle.
2. Do the following:
* Name and point to the parts of an arrow.
* Describe three or more different types of arrows.
* Name the four principle materials for making arrow shafts.
* Make a complete arrow from a bare shaft.
* Explain how to properly care for and store arrows.
3. Do the following:
* Explain how to properly care for and store tabs, arm guards,
shooting gloves, and quivers.
* Explain the following terms: cast, draw weight, string height
(fistmele), aiming, spine, mechanical release, freestyle, and
barebow.
* Make a bowstring.
4. Explain the following:
* The importance of obedience to a range officer or other person in
charge of a range
* The difference between an end and a round
* The differences among field, target, and 3-D archery
* How the five-color National Archery Association (NAA) or
Federation Internationale de Tir a l'Arc (FITA) target is
scored
* How the National Field Archery Association (NFAA) black-and-white
field targets and blue indoor targets are scored
* The elimination system used in Olympic archery competition.
Also well as a scout has to complete one of the following
option's.
Option A: Using a Recurve Bow or Longbow
Option B: Using a Compound Bow
Additional Hints
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