BSA Merit Badge Programs
Current Merit Badge
SCOUTING AMERICA MERIT BADGE: CHEMISTRY (a Two-Day Workshop)
Saturday, February 1 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Saturday, February 8 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Join Rancocas certified Merit Badge counselors for this revamped two-day workshop incorporating the updated Scouting BSA 2024 requirements. The chemistry badge explores how substances react with each other, how they change, how certain forces connect molecules, and how molecules are made. Scouts must be able to attend both sessions, will be expected to complete requirement 7B on their own, and participate fully in the workshop. Most appropriate for scouts ages 13 and above. Cost: $40/per scout.
Register MERIT-CHEMISTRY-2-DAYS
Scout should complete this form when registering BSA LINK
Questions? email education@rancocasnaturecenter.org
SCOUTING AMERICA MERIT BADGE: TEXTILES (a One-Day Workshop)
Sunday, January 26 11 AM to 4 PM
Learn about the fine points of outdoor gear by taking the Textile Merit Badge with Rancocas accredited counselors. There is an old Scandinavian saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather-- only bad clothing choices.” When you learn about various fibers, fabrics and their properties, you’ll be able to make better choices about your outdoor clothing and gear. Additionally, a better understanding of weaving and other fiber crafts, increases your important survival skills. A certified Merit Badge counselor together with specialist colleagues will lead you through the requirements for this badge in a one-day outdoor workshop. Bring a bagged lunch. Cost: $40/per scout (includes materials for weaving). Register for Rancocas Nature Center Class HERE: SCOUT MERIT TEXTILES
Scout should complete this form when registering BSA LINK
Questions? email education@rancocasnaturecenter.org
Merit Badges Offered
Below are merit badges that we can do for a troop as a private program and periodically are offered publicly to individual scouts. Check back for updates on the current ones being offered as well as any new merit badges. Please complete the program booking request form, if you have an interest in booking one of these merit badges for your troop.
- Bird Study
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Nature
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Soil and Water Conservation
- Textiles
Please email meritbadges@rancocasnaturecenter.org with any questions.