Virtual Merit Badge Registration & Prerequisites
Merit Badge Registration is CLOSED for SoCal Klondike.
You can still register for camping and activities. Go to the Registration page on this website.
Backpacking (8 Scouts)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11am
Prerequisites:
Scouts should read the MB book and be prepared to discuss the requirements. The Merit Badge Counselor especially wants to hear about your backpacking experiences if you have been on treks already. The class will be going over all the non-trek requirements so scouts that have completed the treks can earn the badge.
Note to Scout:
Those that haven't completed the treks will earn a partial.
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11am
Prerequisites:
Scouts should read the MB book and be prepared to discuss the requirements. The Merit Badge Counselor especially wants to hear about your backpacking experiences if you have been on treks already. The class will be going over all the non-trek requirements so scouts that have completed the treks can earn the badge.
Note to Scout:
Those that haven't completed the treks will earn a partial.
Citizenship in the Community (LIMIT 12 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
CLASS IS Full. No Wait List.
Prerequisites:
#2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8
Note to Scout:
Be prepared to show your work for these prerequisites
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
CLASS IS Full. No Wait List.
Prerequisites:
#2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8
Note to Scout:
Be prepared to show your work for these prerequisites
Citizenship in the World (LIMIT 8 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11:30am
Prerequisites:
#3A, #3B, #4 - any two of three, #7 any two
What to bring to class:
Must be prepared to show and discuss results on each requirement from above
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11:30am
Prerequisites:
#3A, #3B, #4 - any two of three, #7 any two
What to bring to class:
Must be prepared to show and discuss results on each requirement from above
Coin Collecting (LIMIT 6 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
CLASS IS FULL! NO WAITLIST!
Class Info:
**For class reference, download/print the "Coin Collecting Merit Badge Worksheet" available at lbutton below.
3. (second part) Show five different grade examples of the same coin type (from your own collection)
4. Know three different ways to store a collection, and describe the benefits, drawbacks, and expenses of each method. (Write this information out to present in class.)
5. Do ONE of the following: a. Demonstrate to your counselor that you know how to use two U.S. or world coin reference catalogs. b. Read a numismatic magazine or newspaper: and tell your counselor about what you learned.
7. Collect from circulation a set of currently circulating U.S. coins. Include one coin of each denomination (cent, nickel, dime, quarter, half-dollar, dollar). For each coin, locate the mint marks, if any, and the designer's initials, if any.
9. Do ONE of the following: a. Collect and identify 50 foreign coins from at least 10 different countries. b. Collect and identify 20 bank notes from at least five different countries. c. Collect and identify 15 different tokens or medals. d. For each year since the year of your birth, collect a date set of a single type of coin.
10. Do ONE of the following: a. Tour a U.S. Mint facility, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing facility, or a Federal Reserve bank, or a numismatic museum or exhibit, and describe what you learned to your counselor. (May be done online/virtual) b. With your parent's permission, attend a coin show or coin club meeting, or view the website of the U.S. Mint or a coin dealer, and report what you learned. c. Give a talk about coin collecting to a group such as your troop, a Cub Scout pack, or class at school. d. Do drawings of five Colonial-era U.S. coins.
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
CLASS IS FULL! NO WAITLIST!
Class Info:
**For class reference, download/print the "Coin Collecting Merit Badge Worksheet" available at lbutton below.
3. (second part) Show five different grade examples of the same coin type (from your own collection)
4. Know three different ways to store a collection, and describe the benefits, drawbacks, and expenses of each method. (Write this information out to present in class.)
5. Do ONE of the following: a. Demonstrate to your counselor that you know how to use two U.S. or world coin reference catalogs. b. Read a numismatic magazine or newspaper: and tell your counselor about what you learned.
7. Collect from circulation a set of currently circulating U.S. coins. Include one coin of each denomination (cent, nickel, dime, quarter, half-dollar, dollar). For each coin, locate the mint marks, if any, and the designer's initials, if any.
9. Do ONE of the following: a. Collect and identify 50 foreign coins from at least 10 different countries. b. Collect and identify 20 bank notes from at least five different countries. c. Collect and identify 15 different tokens or medals. d. For each year since the year of your birth, collect a date set of a single type of coin.
10. Do ONE of the following: a. Tour a U.S. Mint facility, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing facility, or a Federal Reserve bank, or a numismatic museum or exhibit, and describe what you learned to your counselor. (May be done online/virtual) b. With your parent's permission, attend a coin show or coin club meeting, or view the website of the U.S. Mint or a coin dealer, and report what you learned. c. Give a talk about coin collecting to a group such as your troop, a Cub Scout pack, or class at school. d. Do drawings of five Colonial-era U.S. coins.
Cooking (LIMIT 20 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
#4a, #5a-b, #6a-b.
What to bring to class:
Merit Badge Worksheet or paper. Pen
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
#4a, #5a-b, #6a-b.
What to bring to class:
Merit Badge Worksheet or paper. Pen
Digital Technology (LIMIT 20 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
#1, #5b, #6, # 9. Please email Mr. Gemmell items for #6
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
#1, #5b, #6, # 9. Please email Mr. Gemmell items for #6
Electricity (LIMIT 10 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 10am-12pm
Prerequisites:
1 a-c: Send videos to Counselor Mr. Cater and your parent no later than one day before class
2. Do at home, discuss in class
3, 5, 8, 9a, and 11 (2 of 5): Do at home show in class
Saturday, February 20, 10am-12pm
Prerequisites:
1 a-c: Send videos to Counselor Mr. Cater and your parent no later than one day before class
2. Do at home, discuss in class
3, 5, 8, 9a, and 11 (2 of 5): Do at home show in class
Engineering
Saturday, February 20 9am-Noon (Limit 15 Scouts)
Scouts need to have requirements 1, 5, and 6 completed - or follow up after the class will be required
Environmental Science (LIMIT 12 SCOUTS)
CLASS IS FULL - NO WAITLIST
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Please download the Environmental Science Merit Badge Workbook http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Environmental-science.pdf and complete the following requirements
3.b. Air Pollution, part 2. Record the trips taken, mileage, and fuel consumption of a family car for seven days, and calculate how many miles per gallon the car gets. Determine whether any trips could have been combined ("chained") rather than taken out and back. Using the idea of trip chaining, determine how many miles and gallons of gas could have been saved in those seven days.
3.d. Land Pollution, part 3. Photograph an area affected by erosion. Share your photographs with your counselor and discuss why the area has eroded and what might be done to help alleviate the erosion.
6. Find out about three career opportunities in environmental science. Pick one and explain how to prepare for such a career. (Education and Training) Be ready to discuss with your counselor what education and training are required, and why this profession might interest you.
CLASS IS FULL - NO WAITLIST
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Please download the Environmental Science Merit Badge Workbook http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Environmental-science.pdf and complete the following requirements
3.b. Air Pollution, part 2. Record the trips taken, mileage, and fuel consumption of a family car for seven days, and calculate how many miles per gallon the car gets. Determine whether any trips could have been combined ("chained") rather than taken out and back. Using the idea of trip chaining, determine how many miles and gallons of gas could have been saved in those seven days.
3.d. Land Pollution, part 3. Photograph an area affected by erosion. Share your photographs with your counselor and discuss why the area has eroded and what might be done to help alleviate the erosion.
6. Find out about three career opportunities in environmental science. Pick one and explain how to prepare for such a career. (Education and Training) Be ready to discuss with your counselor what education and training are required, and why this profession might interest you.
Exploration (LIMIT 12 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 10:30am-11:45am (includes an intermission session for self-directed work)
Prerequisites:
1. General knowledge
2. History of Exploration
3. Importance of Exploration
In class work:
4. Real-Life Exploration
5. Exploration in Lab and Field
6. Expedition Planning (partial)
9. Career Opportunities
After class responsibilities:
6. Expedition Planning (remaining)
7. Prepare for an Expedition
8. Go on an Expedition
Saturday, February 20, 10:30am-11:45am (includes an intermission session for self-directed work)
Prerequisites:
1. General knowledge
2. History of Exploration
3. Importance of Exploration
In class work:
4. Real-Life Exploration
5. Exploration in Lab and Field
6. Expedition Planning (partial)
9. Career Opportunities
After class responsibilities:
6. Expedition Planning (remaining)
7. Prepare for an Expedition
8. Go on an Expedition
Fire Safety (LIMIT 12 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11am
Prerequisites:
#6a, #7b, #10b
Note to Scout:
Please read through the merit badge workbook before class so you are familiar with the merit badge and can participate.
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11am
Prerequisites:
#6a, #7b, #10b
Note to Scout:
Please read through the merit badge workbook before class so you are familiar with the merit badge and can participate.
Oceanography (LIMIT 10 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
Will have a 500-word essay as homework – counselor will help them get started
Project – counselor will advise on what you will do
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Prerequisites:
Will have a 500-word essay as homework – counselor will help them get started
Project – counselor will advise on what you will do
Public Speaking (LIMIT 10 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11:30am
Prerequisites: #4, be prepared to deliver your speech during class
Saturday, February 20, 9am-11:30am
Prerequisites: #4, be prepared to deliver your speech during class
Radio (LIMIT 20 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Download and read the Radio Merit Badge worksheet. Complete as much of the research work as you can prior so it can be more of a discussion and less of a lecture. Section 9 (a) 1-5, (b) 1-5, (c) 1-5, or (d) 1-5 must be completed ahead of time or you will only receive a partial.
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
Download and read the Radio Merit Badge worksheet. Complete as much of the research work as you can prior so it can be more of a discussion and less of a lecture. Section 9 (a) 1-5, (b) 1-5, (c) 1-5, or (d) 1-5 must be completed ahead of time or you will only receive a partial.
WILDERNESS SURVIVAL (LIMIT 16 SCOUTS)
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
You will see demonstration for the techniques for starting fire and purifying water. Scouts will need to sleep overnight in a shelter they create out of a tarp or something similar to complete the merit badge. Counselor will give you more info and suggestions at the class.
Saturday, February 20, 9am-Noon
You will see demonstration for the techniques for starting fire and purifying water. Scouts will need to sleep overnight in a shelter they create out of a tarp or something similar to complete the merit badge. Counselor will give you more info and suggestions at the class.
Information for Scouts - READ FIRST BEFORE REGISTERING.
- You must have you Scoutmaster's permission before registering for a specific merit badge.
- You may only register for one merit badge.
- We will NOT use Blue Cards for this event.
- You should read the Merit Badge Pamphlet for the merit badge you register for to be prepared. Merit Badge Pamphlets provide great info to help you! If you want the Merit Badge Pamphlet they are now sold thru the Amazon Kindle Page. Here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-text&rh=p_27%3ABoy+Scouts+of+America&s=relevancerank&text=Boy+Scouts+of+America&ref=dp_byline_sr_ebooks_1
- Please read the info above about the merit badge you want to register for so you understand what is expected of you.
- Scouts must be visible on the Zoom meeting during the entire merit badge session.
- If you do not complete all requirements by the end of the merit badge class, you will receive a partial. Our Merit Badge Counselors will be happy to continue to work with you.
- If you call, text, or email a Merit Badge Counselor your parent/guardian must be on the call, text or email.
- Zoom numbers will be sent out a few days before our event.
- Registration Is open to all scouts in SDIC.