Let It Grow is the Scouts BSA Nova Award for investigating agriculture science. To earn this award, Scouts must complete one of the merit badges related to raising livestock or growing crops. Scouts will learn about where their food comes from and explore topics like weather, seeds, and microorganisms.
This award can be earned by young men and women who are members of Scouts BSA.
Printable helps for requirements:
Printable requirements for Let It Grow! Nova Award
Printable checkoff sheet for Let It Grow! Nova Award
Printable note sheet for Let It Grow! Nova Award
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