Category: Aims and Methods of Scouting

Scouts learn to safely shoot firearms while working on the Rifle Shooting merit badge. Then they demonstrate their skill. The requirements for this badge may be completed using modern rifles, BB or pellet air rifles, or muzzleloaders.

Rip Van Winkle is a man who lives before the Revolutionary War. He likes to walk in the woods and avoid work. One day, he meets strange men in the mountains. He drinks from their keg and falls asleep. When he wakes up, many years have passed. His town is changed. His family and friends…

By doing the requirements for the Photography merit badge, Scouts learn to safely and effectively record their experiences in pictures. They explore the impact of lighting, exposure, depth of field, composition, angle, and other aspects of taking photos. Then Scouts put their knowledge to use by taking a number of photographs. They also find out…

Nothing is as fun on a hot summer day as being with your friends at the pool. This aquatics theme for Cub Scouts will help you plan a fun water activity for your den or pack. Just make sure you follow the BSA safety rules.

Phones are part of everyday life for many Scouts, but using them well takes practice. In Scouting, phones should support safety, learning, and teamwork, not distract from them. This article shares simple tips to help Scouts use phones responsibly and with good manners. It covers safety, meeting rules, campouts, and online behavior. Scouts learn how…

The Cycling merit badge teaches you how to safely ride a bike and plan long trips. You’ll learn basic bike maintenance, like fixing a flat tire and adjusting brakes. The badge covers road biking or mountain biking, so you can choose what interests you. You’ll practice safe riding techniques, including using hand signals and checking…