Hiking

Merit badge · Hike & Bike · 2027

Eagle optionBefore camp

Draft: may still change

Hiking is a terrific way to keep your body and mind in top shape, now and for a lifetime. Scouts learn about hiking precautions and planning, cover first aid, and hike several trails around camp. Hiking is offered as a partial at camp.

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Class size
10
Fee
$10 fee
Ages
All Scouts

When it meets

Getting ready

Do at home

Requirements 4e, 5. These can't be done at camp. The Scout finishes them with a merit badge counselor in your council, before or after camp. Camp records everything the Scout completes here.

Read the Hiking merit badge requirements on scouting.org.

Signing up

Your unit leader registers each Scout for classes in MyCouncil when your week's registration opens in late April. Classes fill up, so list a second and third choice for each session.

Printable schedule and worksheetRegister in MyCouncil