Online Merit Badge Classes

Join the merit badge instructors at Camp Belzer to complete merit badges with online classes.  These classes are open to any Scout involved in a Scouts BSA program and is limited to 20 participants.   More classes will be schedule and released each week. 

The Scout will receive a link no less than 24 hours beforehand to log into their class.

Scouts will use this link to receive live instruction from a merit badge counselor and guest presenters. Most merit badges will have requirements to complete after the initial online class and the Merit Badge Counselors will work with each Scout to follow up and sign off on requirements. Blue cards will be provided digitally to the Scout after the merit badge counselors has verified that the individual Scout has completed all requirements.

Additional Notes (Please Review)

1) Each scout must register separately so we can track their daily progress and attendance.  
2) Current youth protection guidelines (two - deep leadership and no one-on-one contact) will be followed merit badge counselors while working with youth; more information can be found below: "Important Excerpts from Advancement Guidelines". 
3) All merit badge classes are open to Scouts from any local council that is currently registered in the Scouts BSA program; all times listed eastern time zone.
4) Scouts participating in these online classes must have parent or guardian, and Scoutmaster approval; more information (below) - "Virtual Merit Badge Guidelines"
5) All live merit badge instruction will be provided through Google Meet an online portal provided by the Crossroads of America Council, B.S.A.

*Scouts may want an adult with them to help.  Please be advised that if you are having technical difficulties, we will not be available to help you accept and start your Google Meet invitation.  Please visit Google Meet Support to see video tutorials on how to Join a Meeting.

Online Merit Badges - FAQ
Online Merit Badge Guidelines
Important Excerpts from Guide To Advancement

Looking for even more merit badge opportunities this summer? Check out the Scouts BSA 2020 Summer Experience hosted by Ransburg Scout Reservation.