{"id":1318,"date":"2021-11-21T15:14:41","date_gmt":"2021-11-21T15:14:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bsatroop771.org\/?page_id=1318"},"modified":"2022-10-27T20:58:11","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T20:58:11","slug":"services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bsatroop771.org\/?page_id=1318","title":{"rendered":"Merit Badges"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Scouts (and\u00a0Parents)\u00a0of Troop 771<\/b>,<\/p>

Earning Merit Badges (MB) is a secondary, yet important part of long-term advancement within the scouting program.\u00a0 As you continue to advance beyond the First Class rank, Merit Badges, both eagle -required and elective, must be earned.\u00a0 There are 137 MB offered, 13 of which are Eagle-required.\u00a0 Scouts may work on MB from the time they join a Scout troop until they turn 18 years old. There is no time limit for completion of MB other than age 18.\u00a0Some MB require prior approval\u00a0before starting certain requirements but the rest do not.\u00a0You can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn these MB.\u00a0<\/p>

Once you have selected a MB to work on, then discuss this with the Scoutmaster in order to initiate the\u00a0Merit Badge Application<\/b>\u00a0#34124, also known as the “blue card” due to its distinctive color. The Scoutmaster will sign your Blue card, then provide you with names of registered MB counselors for your chosen MB. They may be from within the Troop or the District. A list of Troop 771 MB counselors is attached below.<\/p>

One of the best websites related to MB is\u00a0meritbadge.org<\/a>.\u00a0We highly recommend you take some time and familiarize yourself with the content.\u00a0The site provides optional workbooks (worksheets) and the listed requirements for every MB.\u00a0Worksheets are tools that can help you organize notes, listen actively, find resources, and document your work (See the list here<\/a>). You should also read the MB pamphlet on the subject to help you answer the questions on the worksheet.\u00a0 MB pamphlets can be purchased online, at any Scout shop or they may be checked out at the Scout barn or public library if available. Some pamphlets are located at this site:\u00a0www.troop1363.com\/advancement\/meritbadges<\/a>.<\/p>

MB Opportunities<\/b><\/p>

First, summer and winter camps are a great place for you to have access and opportunity to earn a variety of MB. Second, there are several places (Museums, Zoo, etc.)\u00a0in the DFW area that on occasion offer specific MB programs or training opportunities.\u00a0 A few of these are listed below.<\/p>

Other good sources of MB opportunities are offered within various Council, District, and Troop level\u00a0\u201cMB colleges, universities, and workshops\u201d<\/i>\u00a0that are scheduled during the year.\u00a0 We will try to keep you informed as we find out about them and will insert links to these opportunities on this page.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>

Some places to look for MB programs in Texas<\/b>:<\/p>