A reader asks a question about age requirements for merit badges. How old should a Scout be to work on a particular merit badge? The Guide to Advancement provides some answers.
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Problem – Adults Too Involved in Meetings
A reader asks a question about adult involvement. “The adults are very enthusiastic, which is great, but they tend to talk over the kids and take over the meetings. Some of the adults are keeping the kids form running the meetings successfully.”
Girls in Scouts – My Opinion
In October, 2017, BSA released this still controversial policy about girls in Scouts. “The Boy Scouts of America Board of Directors unanimously approved to welcome girls into its iconic Cub Scout program and to deliver a Scouting program for older girls that will enable them to advance and earn the highest rank of Eagle Scout. ” First, let’s get the facts straight.
Robotics Merit Badge Helps and Documents
The requirements for the Robotics merit badge help Scouts understand the many uses of robots. They learn how to design and test robots to perform simple tasks. Scouts also find out about competitive robotics and explore career opportunities related to robotics.
Cooking Merit Badge Helps and Documents
Scouts learn about food safety, nutrition, and cooking techniques while working on the Cooking merit badge. They also have to plan , prepare, and cook meals at camp, at home, and on the trail. The Cooking merit badge is required for the rank of Eagle.
Scouts BSA Trivia Quiz
Test your Scouts BSA knowledge with these BSA trivia questions. How many answers do you know?
