Merit Badge Programs for Scouts BSA

Attention! Due to the current social distancing recommendations in response to COVID-19, all programs at the museum have been suspended. However, the museum’s MB counselors have prepared digital packets for your Scout to keep on Scouting! These packets are interactive workbooks in which Scouts can view virtual tours, videos, read stories and interviews specifically conducted and designed for these packets. See merit badge opportunities below. Registration is at the bottom of this page. Your digital packet will be emailed to you within 24 hours after you register.

The Edmond Historical Society & Museum (EHSM) is now offering merit badge programs for Scouts BSA! Our certified merit badge counselors and educators will guide Scouts through engaging programs designed to meet requirements towards badges and awards.

Citizenship in the Nation

Required for Eagle

Scouts already know what it means to be a good American citizen through action! However, knowing the basic concept of American democracy will help Scouts not take their rights and freedoms for granted. That’s what this badge is all about! Scouts will learn this and more as they complete their full merit badge. Please note that content may very per state.

Citizenship in the World

Required for Eagle

Did you know your Scout is already a world citizen? How good of a citizen they are depends on their willingness to understand the values, traditions, and concerns of other people who share the world with them. That’s what this badge is all about! Scouts will learn this and more as they complete their full merit badge.

Environmental Science

Required for Eagle

Your Scout will conduct at-home experiments, live the life of a worker bee, save endangered species, and become Healthy Earth Heroes as the complete their full merit badge.

Genealogy

Have you been bitten by the genealogy bug? Discovering your family history is what this badge is all about! Scouts will begin building their family tree and become history detectives as they complete their full merit badge.

What are people saying about these programs?

“These were great! I appreciate the time [MB counselor] gives to my badge work.” – Tessa F., Scout, Last Frontier Council

“[My Scout] was engaged the whole time. I learned a lot too!” – Rhonda L., Parent, Last Frontier Council

“I am super-impressed. The material is top-notch!” – Stuart H., Scoutmaster, Noblesville, IN

Why are these digital packets a great option for Scouts?

• Every requirement is covered! Scouts can complete each merit badge on their own or even work with a friend!
• These packets are self-paced. Scouts can take their time, learn, and have fun as they complete a series of questions throughout the program to ensure they have fulfilled each requirement and acquired the core values of the merit badge.
• Scouts can choose to input their answers within the digital packet, or write their answers in a provided hard copy.
• Once completed, Scouts will email packets to EHSM’s qualified MB counselors for approval. Scouts can opt for feedback via email or a ZOOM chat with a counselor! Your Scout may be asked to correct some information, but if their answers prove they have put time and thought into the badge, then they will be approved to receive their blue card.
• EHSM merit badge counselors will sign off on all requirements and send blue cards digitally or post mail depending on your preference.
• Questions? Email [email protected].

Attention! If you are experiencing financial hardship during this time, but want your Scout to keep on Scouting, email [email protected] to request a scholarship to help you cover the cost of these merit badges.