While working on the requirements for the Archery merit badge, Scouts learn range safety rules. They also familiarize themselves with archery equipment and discover how to maintain it. Then they demonstrate their archery skills using a recurve bow, a longbow, or a compound bow.
Get the Archery Merit Badge pamphlet
Printable helps for requirements:
Printable requirements for Archery Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for Archery Merit Badge
Printable note sheet for Archery Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for all Scouts BSA merit badges
Shoot into the field sport of archery with these related ideas and achievements:
Shooting Sports Ranger Elective Helps and Documents
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Hunting Ranger Elective Helps and Documents
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