Ohio council invests in skilled trade education at camp
The Dan Beard Council is building a 10,000-square-foot facility at Camp Friedlander in Loveland, Ohio.
Is this the best merit badge for new Scouts BSA members?
Just as it was important to introduce Cub Scouts to camping without frightening them off, it is also important to introduce Scouts BSA members to the merit badge program without making it seem intimidating or unachievable.
In case you missed it: Every merit badge pamphlet is now available for free online
Almost as soon as it began, Scouting America’s merit badge program began to evolve to better meet the needs of the Scouts of the time. Now, the latest evolution of the program is here: All merit badge pamphlets are available as free PDFs on the official Scouting America Merit Badge Hub.
Here’s the reason behind those major Chemistry merit badge updates
Chemistry, one of the original 57 merit badges offered when the organization was founded in 1911 and one of the 11 that have used the same logo continuously since then, has a whole new set of requirements.
Eagle Scout who earned every merit badge reflects on his multiyear endeavor
“I earned all the Eagle-required merit badges,” Luka Herrera says. “Once I earned Eagle, I had filled out one merit badge sash. Why not fill out another sash?”
The Aviation merit badge just got a first-class upgrade: introducing a new digital experience
The Aviation merit badge is officially the first to feature an online, interactive resource guide packed with multimedia tools.
What is the Scouts BSA Test Lab, and how can it benefit your troop?
The Scouts BSA Test Lab is a way for Scouts and adults to try out new potential merit badges, report back on their experiences and, in the process, help shape the future of Scouting.
The 2024 merit badge rankings: Take a swing at guessing what made the largest gains this year!
Our annual merit badge roundup has become a regular Scouting fan favorite. It’s the perfect glimpse into what elements of
Rare winter storm allows New Orleans Scouts to earn the Snow Sports merit badge
Earlier this winter, the city of New Orleans got 10 inches of snow in one day. For the Amadeo family, it meant an opportunity to earn the Snow Sports merit badge.
Scouting America launching Multisport merit badge; here are the requirements
Multisport, an athletic competition that features a combination of two or more sports, is now a Scouting America merit badge.
Scouts in Rhode Island enjoy ice skating – at summer camp
This frigid winter is the perfect time to go ice skating, but at Camp Yawgoog, summertime is also great.
A golden opportunity: Here’s how your Scout can get into the valuable hobby of numismatics
If you dig under the couch cushions or root through your car, you could find your Scout’s next hobby, a rewarding and fascinating endeavor that can teach them history, economics and the enjoyment of collecting.
These videos from USA Skateboarding will help Scouts earn the Skating merit badge
The Skating merit badge has an all-new option — and the backing of the national governing body for skateboarding in the United States.
These Scouts were the stars of a film festival-themed camporee
Camp Agawam was overrun by zombies, ghosts and evil rats. Fortunately, Scouts were in control of the situation.
This council’s University of Scouting event will offer more than 100 merit badges
A simple discussion over lunch sparked a big idea – so big that more than 1,000 Scouts and leaders from 16 states will flock to West Lafayette, Ind., this December for it.
Patriots’ Path Council Scouts master chess online and in tournaments
Every month, Scouts in the Patriots’ Path Council log online for some friendly competition. It’s not for a new videogame, but an ancient game of strategy that’s been enjoyed for centuries: chess.
2023 merit badge rankings: A look into Scouts’ current interests and achievements
If you’re a Scout parent or leader who likes to keep a finger on the pulse of youth interests, the
2022 merit badge rankings: A new chart-topper emerges
Let’s take a look at what changed, what stayed the same and what took the prize as our most highly earned merit badge of last year.
Scouts work on Exploration merit badge by exploring iconic Manhattan location
How important is the concept of exploration to modern society? The BSA’s Exploration merit badge pamphlet puts it best: “Exploration is the key to discovery.”
Eagle Scout shares beekeeping benefits through school, fundraiser
This past summer, this Texas Scout shared his fundraising idea with Save the Children, a humanitarian organization that helps feed hungry children around the world.
Adding color to the Art merit badge
While most Scouts who earn the Art merit badge probably do so at summer camp, the badge is a great offseason option. In fact, art museums across the country offer workshops to Scouts, often in conjunction with other classes they teach.
5 things you should do at home right now — from the Home Repairs merit badge pamphlet
Looking for productive things to do with your kids before school starts? Look no further than the Home Repairs merit badge pamphlet.
2021 merit badge rankings: Return of summer camps shuffles the list again
In 2021, the top five shuffled again as summer camp favorites like Swimming, First Aid and Environmental Science bounced back in a big way.
Scouter finds the perfect counselor for Automotive Maintenance MB: his mechanic
Preston Tyrrell asked his mechanic whether she’d be interested in helping the girls in Troop 284 earn the Automotive Maintenance merit badge.
Merit Badge History: Snowboarders carve their name into BSA lore with Snow Sports merit badge
The badge, which replaced Skiing MB, could be earned in one of three ways: downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowboarding.
Eagle Scout invents card game for kids, using skills from these five merit badges
While working on the Game Design merit badge, this Eagle Scout invented the “ferociously fun” card game Primal Jaws.
Inspired by a class at school, twins travel 12 hours to earn Woodwork merit badge
Along with their Eagle Scout father, they took the 12-hour drive to North Carolina to earn the Woodwork merit badge.
Health Care Professions merit badge debuts, replacing the Medicine merit badge
The BSA has introduced the Health Care Professions merit badge, a STEM-focused, career-oriented badge that will replace Medicine.
Take a look at Scout Life’s virtual Chess Fest: Watch it all here!
The Scout Life team brings you chess experts, tips to improve your game, a DIY chess set how-to and an epic chess game!
Merit Badge History: Dentistry gets seal of approval from American Dental Association
In 1975, Scouts were all smiles about the new Dentistry merit badge, created in partnership with the American Dental Association.