But, in a more subdued release, I saw that the Hunting merit badge is available TODAY at our local Scout Shop. I really like the badge design and I think the scouts that have already done Shotgun and Rifle will love this new badge.
What was the first BSA merit badge?
Invention merit badge
The Invention merit badge was one of the BSA’s 57 original merit badges, all introduced in 1911. The first 57 spanned a number of subjects, from Agriculture to Taxidermy. Many of these badges, like Archery, First Aid and Swimming, are still offered today. But the Invention merit badge never seemed to find popularity.
How many BSA Merit Badges are there?
135 merit badges
There are more than 135 merit badges, and any Scout, or any qualified Venturer or Sea Scout may earn any of these at any time. NOTE: The requirements posted here are the most current, accurate, and official. This will always be the best place to find the most up-to-date requirements. Pick a Subject.
What is the history of the BSA merit badge?
Merit Badge History Merit Badge Name BSA ID No. First Offered Last Offered Notes Ambulance 1910 1911 Became First Aid American Business 15 1967 current Formerly Business American Cultures 17 1979 current American Heritage 16 1975 current
Can a scout work on a discontinued merit badge?
Scouts are not allowed to begin work on discontinued merit badges. If actual and purposeful effort that is more than simply incidental to participation in Scouting activities has already begun by the time discontinuation becomes effective, and work actively continues, then the badge may be completed and can count toward rank advancement.
Are badbadge names in red italic still in use?
Badge names in red italic have been discontinued or the name has changed. The 133 badge names shown in bold are currently in use and available for Scouts to earn.
How many merit badges are currently available to earn?
The 133 badge names shown in bold are currently in use and available for Scouts to earn. Note that this statement, ” Merit badges are never totally retired – If you can find a counselor, find a book that has the requirements, and find the badge, you can earn some that are not officially listed right now. ” is simply an untrue urban legend.
