Merit Badges

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Merit Badge Process

Get Approval: The Scout (not parent) asks the Scoutmaster for approval to start a Merit Badge.
Connect with a Counselor: The Scoutmaster or Advancement Chair assigns a Counselor in Scoutbook Plus. The Scout contacts the Counselor.
Complete Requirements: The Counselor tracks progress and marks requirements as Completed in Scoutbook Plus.
Receive Award: At the next Court of Honor, the Scout is recognized for completing the Merit Badge and will receive an envelope with the Blue Card and patch.
Keep & Display: The Scout files the Blue Card in their Scout Achievements Binder and sews the patch onto their sash (sashes hold up to 3 badges per row).

Who Can Sign Off Requirements?

Approved Merit Badge Counselors are the only individuals who can sign off and mark merit badge requirements as completed in Scoutbook Plus.

Merit Badge Books

Need the official Merit Badge book? Scouting America provides digital pamphlets for free online. Visit the Online Merit Badge Library and click "Download the Free Pamphlet" to get started.

Digital Resource Guides

These resources are a companion to the content found in merit badge pamphlets to assist Scouts by providing additional support materials to enhance their learning experience.

Find these new support materials here.

Merit Badge Counselors

Wondering if we have a Counselor for the Merit Badge you want to start?

Troop 2860 maintains a list of Merit Badge Counselors connected to the Troop. View the Troop Merit Badge Counselor List.

Parents & Leaders: Becoming a Merit Badge Counselor is a great way to support Scouting and become involved in the program. See more details here.

Merit Badge Documents

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