Scouts who are working on the Radio merit badge discover the world of broadcast radio and hobby radio. They learn how radio waves make it possible for people around the world to communicate. Scouts learn about the different components in a radio. The en they put their knowledge to use The requirements for this badge can be fulfilled by exploring amateur radio, radio broadcasting, or shortwave radio.
Get the Radio Merit Badge pamphlet
Printable helps for requirements:
Printable requirements for Radio Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for Radio Merit Badge
Printable note sheet for Radio Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for all Scouts BSA merit badges
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