Collecting Hobbies (Junior Badge)

Collecting Hobbies (Junior Badge-complete 6) 1. Building Your CollectionBefore starting a collection, askyourself the following questions.Write down the answers anddiscuss them with your family orother adult.• Is the hobby fun?Can I afford it?• Do I have the space for it?• Is it something that will not harmthe environment? 2. Share Your Collectionwith OthersOne of the best parts about havinga collection is sharing it withothers. Arrange, display, or mountyour collection so that you are ableto show it to others. 3. Meet Other CollectorsFind out what clubs, organizations,Web sites, or magazines are outthere for people with your hobby.If possible, meet and talk with othercollectors, or exchange e-mailsto discuss your collection. Be sureto follow the Online Safety. 4. Be the ExpertAboutYour HobbyPart of the fun of a collecting hobbyis being an expert about what youare collecting. Learn more aboutthe items in your collection. 5. Organize a Hobby FairGet your collecting friendstogether and s