Below are the prerequisites that are required to be completed prior to Jamboree.  In order to complete Genealogy merit badge at Jamboree,  a note confirming completion of these requirements below from your Scoutmaster or a parent in order to consider these requirements complete.  Please note each prerequisite and have what is required with you at Jamboree for completion of blue card.  To see the prerequisites for the 2005 requirements click <HERE>.

2. Do ONE of the following:
   1. Create a time line for yourself or for a relative.  Then write a short biography based on that time line.
   2. Keep a journal for six weeks.  You must write in it at least once a week.  Note:  Copies of journal should be brought to Jamboree to avoid the original being lost.
3. With your parent’s help, choose a relative or a family acquaintance you can interview in person, by telephone, or by e-mail or letter.  Record the information.  Note : This should be brought with you in paper form or a note that this was accomplished by your parent or Scoutmaster.  No tapes should be brought to Jamboree.
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2. Obtain at least one genealogical document that supports an event that is or can be recorded on your pedigree chart or family group record.  The document could be found at home or at a government office, religious organization, archive or library.   Note:  This should not be any original document.  No Originals should be brought to Jamboree.  All documents should be copies.