Step 1: Read the Merit Badge Requirements
Before embarking on your merit badge journey, carefully read the Merit Badge Requirements available on Merit Badge Central to understand the tasks and objectives ahead.
Step 2: Apply to Start the Merit Badge
Once familiar with the requirements, apply to start the merit badge process by completing a Google Form, ensuring all necessary information is accurately provided.
Step 3: Be Assigned a Counselor
Upon application, you will be assigned a counselor who will guide you through the process. Initiate contact with your counselor to discuss your plans and establish communication. Remember, it’s your responsibility to reach out to your counselors.
Step 4: Read the Merit Badge Book
Dive into the subject matter by reading the Merit Badge Book and/or accessing the Merit Badge Presentation, absorbing the knowledge necessary to fulfill the requirements.
Merit Badge Book = MBB | Presentation = PPT | Eagle Required (Red Bold)
American Business
American Cultures
American Heritage
American Labor
Aviation PPT
Citizenship in the Community (Eagle) MBB
Citizenship in the Nation (Eagle) MBB
Citizenship in the World (Eagle) MBB
Citizenship in Society (Eagle)
Disabilities Awareness
Emergency Preparedness (Eagle) PPT
Environmental Science (Eagle) PPT
Farm Mechanics
Fingerprinting
Fish and Wildlife Management MBB
Fish and Wildlife Management PPT
Metalwork
Mining in Society
Nuclear Science
Personal Management (Eagle) MBB
Pottery
Reptile and Amphibian Study MBB
Reptile and Amphibian Study PPT
Rifle Shooting Range Safety
Soil and Water Conservation MBB
Soil and Water Conservation PPT
Sports
Textile
Theater
Truck Transportation
Step 5 (Optional): Complete the Worksheet
For added support and clarity, consider downloading and completing the worksheet from the US Scouting Service Project, aiding in organizing your progress.
Step 6: Complete Your Work
With diligence and determination, complete the tasks outlined in the requirements and seek final approval from your counselor, ensuring all criteria are met satisfactorily.
Step 7: Notify the Troop that You are Complete
Once approved, notify your patrol leader of your completion. Your patrol leader will then inform the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), ensuring proper acknowledgment of your achievement within the troop.
Step 8: Receive Your Merit Badge
Finally, bask in the satisfaction of your hard work as you receive your well-earned merit badge, a testament to your dedication and perseverance throughout your journey.
NOTE: Numerous Merit Badge Books (MBB) and Merit Badge PowerPoint presentations have been gathered from across the internet. Although the Troop 95 logo may be visible on the PowerPoint presentations, we owe gratitude to a variety of other Troops and volunteers who have created these incredible resources.
Thank you, BSA Troop 344
We have all merit badge books in the troop library free for use. Ask the Troop Librarian to loan you a copy.
OR
You can purchase them at www.scoutshop.org
They are also available in print and digital versions on Amazon.com