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Merit Badges
More than 120 different merit badges (listed at the end of this chapter) provide scouts the opportunity to develop or explore a talent or subject area. Working with knowledgeable counselors on individual merit badges, the scouts learn and apply new skills (or improve upon existing skills).
Small official books (or pamphlets) are available for every merit badge; they provide the requirements plus lots of supplementary information about the topic. Most of the merit badges are electives — scouts can choose what they want to learn and study. A core group of merit badges are required for advancement to Star, Life, and Eagle. This group of badges covers areas that are fundamental to the Scouting program, including citizenship, fitness, life management, and the outdoor experience.
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