Shotgun

Merit badge · Range & Target Activities · 2027

13 and older

Draft: may still change

Learning to shoot is like mastering any other skill: it takes study and practice. Shotgun Shooting is an introduction to using basic skills safely to hit the target. This merit badge is physically demanding and takes a lot of stamina.

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Class size
6
Fee
$30 fee
Ages
13 and older
Merit badge
Shotgun Shooting

When it meets

Offered 4 times each week. Pick one.

Getting ready

Read the Shotgun Shooting 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