What should you do before taking samples for a collection on a field trip?

Get permission from the land manager.

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Why: You must have permission of the land manager before taking samples for your collection.

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Answer: Get permission from the land manager. You must have permission of the land manager before taking samples for your collection.

  1. Scouting America: Collections www.scouting.org/merit-badges/collections
    Make sure you have permission of the land manager prior to taking any samples for your collection.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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