Chess

Merit badge · First Class Center · 2027

Draft: may still change

Chess is among the oldest board games in the world and one of the most popular ever created. Players meet for fun and in competition everywhere, from kitchen tables and park benches to international tournaments.

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Fee
No extra fee
Who
All Scouts
Where
Varies

When it happens

  • Evening programMonday & Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:00

Getting ready

Read the Chess merit badge requirements on scouting.org.

About the badge

Chess is among the oldest board games in the world and one of the most popular ever created. Players meet for fun and in competition everywhere, from kitchen tables and park benches to international tournaments.

Signing up

Sign up at camp, at the area during the week.