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Find official Boy Scouts of America® merit badges and insignia for every program's rank achievements.
Find official Boy Scouts of America® merit badges and insignia for every program's rank achievements.
The Basketry merit badge is a fantastic introductory badge to craftwork. The badge covers various basketry weaves, and has the Scouts practice this by making their own basketry projects. (Note: Kits are available for purchase at the Trading Post)
Over 135 badges are available to earn, ranging from American Business to Woodworking. Details of the program are on the Scouts BSA website. Merit badges are required for advancement beyond First Class to Star, Life, and Eagle ranks.
Merit Badge Requirements and Workbooks. Click a merit badge name below for the current requirements. Right click on a workbook name to save or print the optional workbooks. Workbooks can help Scouts organize notes, listen actively, and document their work.
Merit Badges All Merit Badges A-Z Eagle-required Merit Badges Tips and Guides Counselor Information About Merit Badges You can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn merit badges. There are more than 135 merit badges, and any Scout, or any qualified Venturer or Sea Scout may earn any of […]
Registration as a Merit Badge Counselor requires of the following items in California: BSA Adult Application – Completed and signed (see below). Merit Badge Counselor Information form (with list of badges)