Category: Aims and Methods of Scouting
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Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge
The Citizenship in the Nation merit badge helps Scouts understand the U.S. government and their role as citizens. Scouts visit a historic or government site, follow national news, and study famous speeches. They also write a letter to a member of Congress about a national issue. These activities teach Scouts how government decisions affect daily…
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Scouts BSA Youth Leadership Positions
Scouts BSA offers many youth leadership roles that help the troop run well and give Scouts a chance to grow. Each position teaches simple skills like planning, teamwork, and communication. Some roles help guide younger Scouts. Others keep track of gear, records, or troop information. Every Scout who takes a position helps the troop stay…
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Wilderness Survival Troop Program Feature
Wilderness survival teaches Scouts how to stay safe outdoors. They learn what to do first when something goes wrong. They learn to stay calm. They learn how to find shelter, build a fire, signal for help, and use water wisely. Scouts also make simple survival kits. They practice skills in safe settings. Leaders guide each…
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Citizenship in the World Merit Badge
Scouts explore what it means to be a member of the global community while working on the Citizenship in the World merit badge. They learn about international law and international organizations such as the United Nations, the World Health Organization, and the European Union. Scouts also find out about relationships between nations and the role…
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Nature Sorting Bilateral Symmetry Activity
The Nature Sorting Bilateral Symmetry Activity is a printable for Scouts. It helps them learn about symmetry in nature. Scouts sort picture cards based on whether both sides match. The activity supports observation and thinking skills. It works for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA. The printable is easy to use and needs little prep. Blank…
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Sustainability Merit Badge
Scouts working on the Sustainability merit badge learn to conserve energy at home and think about how their food, housing, and consumption choices impact society at large. They make a plan to use the Earth’s resources more wisely. They also learn how the Scout Law and the Scout Oath promote more sustainable communities.
