Description
Scouts will find the great outdoors even more captivating as they earn the Backpacking merit badge. The trails and the wilderness they traverse seem to defy the confines of modern life, offering an unparalleled connection to nature. Through earning the Backpacking merit badge, Scouts will learn about the importance of conservation and how backpacking can reveal vital insights into the health of our environment. This pamphlet will guide Scouts through all of the requirements to earn their Backpacking merit badge, from mastering navigation and hiking techniques to understanding wilderness survival skills and the ecological impact of human activity on natural habitats.