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Venturing Ranger Award Requirements - ScubaVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Scuba  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Scuba, a Venturer must learn all about scuba diving and then assist in teaching others about scuba diving through the Discover Scuba program.

 

Family PicnicBSA Wolf Supplemental Den Meeting Plan G - Outdoor Adventure  BSA provides Wolf den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. In this den meeting plan Wolf Cub Scouts go on a picnic and play some games together.

 

Ranger Project COPEVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Project COPE  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Project COPE, a Venturer must complete a COPE course, a COPE director's course, or a college level outdoor education course.

 

Hiking the 1000 Steps TrailHiking Activities  If you are out with a goal oriented group and you want them to take some time to explore, consider adding one or more additional hiking activities.

 

Hispanic Man, Woman and Child having fun in the park.May Cub Scout Theme – Destination Parks (Health and Fitness)  BSA offers supplemental pack program ideas for each month. One of the Cub Scout themes for the May core value of Health and Fitness is a Destination Parks theme.

 

Venturing Ranger Award MountaineeringVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Mountaineering  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Mountaineering, a Venturer must learn all about climbing, including knots, equipment, and safety. Then he or she must demonstrate climbing skills and assist another group in a climbing activity.

 

Outdoorsman Activity BadgeBSA Arrow of Light Den Meeting Plan 3 - Outdoorsman  Webelos Den Meeting Plans: This plan for Outdoorsman activity badge can be completed with or without an overnight campout.

 

Venturing Ranger Award - HuntingVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Hunting  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Hunting , a Venturer must take a hunter education course, learn about hunting rules and regulations, and plan and carry out a hunting trip. He or she must also assist with a hunter education course, assist in a hunting or fishing event, or interview a game warden or conservation officer.

 

Venturing Ranger Award Requirements - FishingVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Fishing  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Fishing, a Venturer must learn fishing rules and skills and then share this knowledge with others.

 

Family PicnicTiger Den Meeting Ideas: Picnic Fun, Snack Time, Safety in the Sun, and Fun Outdoors  BSA provides a set of Tiger den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leaders. The focus of this Tiger den meeting plan is an outdoor picnic.

 

Ranger Equestrian ElectiveVenturing Ranger Award Elective - Equestrian   To earn the Venturing Ranger award, a young man or woman must complete eight core requirements and four electives. One of the electives to meet the Ranger award requirements is Equestrian.

 

Venturing Ranger Award Requirements Cave Exploring ElectiveVenturing Ranger Award Requirements - Cave Exploring Elective  To complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Cave Exploring, a Venturer must learn about caves and how to safely explore them. Then the Venturer must use these skills and teach them to others.

 

Boy FishingBSA Wolf Den Meeting Plan 16 - Outdoor Adventure and Fishing  BSA provides Wolf den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leader. This plan covers Wolf Elective 18 – Outdoor Adventure and Wolf Elective 19 – Fishing

 

Venturing Ranger Award - BackpackingVenturing Ranger Award Requirements - Backpacking Elective  By completing the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Backpacking, a Venturer must learn many aspects of backpacking - from equipment to cooking on the trail to first aid. Then the Venturer must use these skills and teach them to others.

 

Venturing Ranger Wilderness SurvivalVenturing Ranger Award Core Requirement - Wilderness Survival  Venturing Ranger Award: A young man or woman must complete 8 requirements and 4 electives. 1 of the core requirements is Wilderness Survival

 

50 miler award50 Miler Award  The 50 Miler award recognizes Scouts who go the distance, literally. This recognition can be earned by Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and Scout leaders. If your unit is planning a trek, your members might be able to earn this award.

 

Venturing Ranger Award Core Requirements - Land NavigationVenturing Ranger Award Core Requirement - Land Navigation  By completing the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Land Navigation, a Venturer is prepared to use a map and compass to find a place.

 

blister treatmentBlister Treatment - First Aid  Blisters are a common injury for outdoor and physical activities. Correct blister treatment can prevent further irritation. Learn blister first aid.

 

Kayaking Merit BadgeKayaking Merit Badge Requirements for Boy Scouts  Whitewater kayaking has been a part of the Whitewater merit badge, but now there is a merit badge for flat-water kayaking, which will make this one a good merit badge to earn while out on the lake at summer camp.

 

canoeBoating/Canoeing Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts  Boating/Canoeing Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts: The focus of this program feature is on fitness, boating skills, and swimming skills.

 

OutdoorsBSA Methods - The Outdoors  One of the methods for Boy Scouts is “the outdoors”. Being outdoors presents Boy Scouts with challenges and adventures. Boys enjoy the independence of getting away from home and taking care of themselves.

 

Hiking Merit Badge for Boy ScoutsHiking Merit Badge for Boy Scouts  Either the Cycling merit badge OR the Hiking merit badge OR the Swimming merit badge is required for the rank of Eagle Scout. Boy Scouts who earn more than one of these badges may count the additional badges as electives.

 

Geocaching Merit BadgeGeocaching Merit Badge for Boy Scouts  Geocaching is one of the newer merit badges offered to Boy Scouts. It was added in 2010. Geocaching is becoming more and more popular across the country, so this badge gives Scouts a way to learn about it.