If you are beginning to work on Communication merit badge, here is some guidance on some of the requirements.

Most of the requirements can be done on your own, and then the results presented to me when you're ready. The only one that really relies on troop activity is the campfire program (Req. 8). We need a campout to accomplish that.

Requirement 3. Write a five-minute speech. Give it at a meeting of a group.

You do not need special permission to give your speech. You can choose a subject that you are knowledgeable about and have an interest in. Some tips: Write your speech beforehand, deciding what you want to say. Practice reading it out loud. Memorize it the best you can. When you give your speech, do not read it directly from a paper. The best way is to have some index cards or a paper with some…

Gentlemen, for all working on these badges, please take a moment and see where you are and what you can get accomplished on our 1st trip. You should be aware of what you need and take those oppertunities when available. If you have completed a requirement or think you have, let me know.