Gear You Need to Complete Merit Badges at Home
So, you are at home for the foreseeable future, but that doesn’t mean that Scouting is out! Bryan (Bryan on Scouting) pulled together a list of merit badges that can be worked on from home or your backyard, and we’ve got some tools and gear to help you complete a few of those!
These merit badge pamphlets will give you the background information on every single merit badge topic, along with some history and a plethora of facts to help you achieve that badge.
The kits and gear listed below are items that will help you cross some of the requirements off the list. All of these can be shipped directly to your door, so you can keep in-line with health and safety for you and for others right now!
Merit badges for social distancing: some gear support
- Basketry
- Merit Badge Pamphlet
- To complete the merit badge requirements for this, you need to make 3 projects, and this kit has all the gear you need to make all three!
- If you are looking for a more deluxe version, the Premium Basketry Merit Badge Craft Kit comes with everything you need to complete the “making” portion of this merit badge as well
- To work on each of the three parts individually, you can purchase separately:
- First Aid
- Merit Badge Pamphlet
- Get the foundation to creating the perfect First Aid Kit that you can tailor to you
- Leatherworking
- Merit Badge Pamphlet
- This knife sheath kit contains everything needed to knock out the Leatherworking MB requirements
- Create your own leather wallet using this complete set – it also contains everything needed to complete the crafting portion of the Leatherworking MB
- This tool set is perfect for using on the wallet and knife holder kits!
- Read up on all of the best tips for leatherworking beginners – this book includes expert advice on everything from finishing methods to the skills you need to make all sorts of accessories
How are you working on your merit badges at home right now!? Share with us on social using the #ScoutingAtHome and #ScoutingFamily hashtags – now is the time to share and stay connected. You never know how your picture could inspire someone else in the Scouting community!
