Symbol Key
- ✦ = Eagle Required
- ★ = Eagle Required Option
- ⭐ = Top 25 Popular Badge
- 📋 = Multiple Requirements Categories
- 🏊 = Water Activities Required
- 🔧 = Special Equipment/Facilities Needed
- 📝 = Written Work Required
Current Program Statistics
- Total Unique Merit Badges Offered: 54
- Total Counselors: 7
- Eagle Required Badges Covered: 10 of 13
- Average Counselors per Badge: 1.7
[previous counselor statistics section remains the same]
Merit Badge Directory
(Badges sorted alphabetically, including both current and needed badges)
| Merit Badge | Status | Counselor(s) | Key Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Business | Kathryn Orta | 📝 Learn business operations, market analysis, record keeping | |
| American Cultures | Locksley Moody | 📝 Study three cultural groups, attend cultural events | |
| American Heritage | Kathryn Orta | 📝 Research family/local history, historic sites | |
| Archaeology | Kathryn Orta | 📋 Site study, artifact documentation, excavation methods | |
| Archery | ⭐ | Inocencio Orta | 🔧 Demonstrate shooting skills, safety knowledge, equipment care |
| Art | Soup Fick | 📋 Create various artworks, visit museum/gallery | |
| Astronomy | ⭐ | Kathryn Orta | 🔧 Star/constellation identification, telescope use |
| Athletics | Locksley Moody | 📋 Physical fitness, sports participation | |
| Aviation | Locksley Moody | 📋 Flight principles, navigation, aviation career study | |
| Backpacking | Locksley Moody | 📋 Three backpacking trips, gear knowledge | |
| Camping | ✦⭐ | Eugene Lockhart, Inocencio Orta, Locksley Moody | 📋 20 nights camping, outdoor skills demonstration |
| Canoeing | Inocencio Orta | 🏊 Water safety, paddling techniques | |
| Chemistry | Locksley Moody | 🔧 Lab safety, experiments, chemical reactions | |
| Chess | Daniel Harter | 📋 Game strategies, tournament rules, play games | |
| Citizenship in Community | ✦⭐ | Carla Harter, Eugene Lockhart, Kathryn Orta | 📝 Community service, government meetings |
| Citizenship in Nation | ✦⭐ | Eugene Lockhart, Kathryn Orta | 📝 National government study, rights/obligations |
| Citizenship in Society | ✦ | Soup Fick, Kathryn Orta | 📝 Diversity, inclusion, ethical leadership |
| Citizenship in World | ✦⭐ | Eugene Lockhart, Kathryn Orta | 📝 International relations, world issues |
| Climbing | ⭐ | NEEDED | 🔧 Knots, safety techniques, climb planning |
| Coin Collecting | Locksley Moody, Kathryn Orta | 📋 Collection building, coin identification | |
| Collections | Soup Fick, Kathryn Orta | 📋 Organize and document collection | |
| Communication | ✦⭐ | Carla Harter, Soup Fick, Kathryn Orta | 📝 Public speaking, writing, presentations |
| Cooking | ✦⭐ | Soup Fick | 📋 Meal planning, cooking methods, nutrition |
| Cycling | Eugene Lockhart, Locksley Moody | 🔧 Bike maintenance, safety, long rides | |
| Digital Technology | Inocencio Orta | 📋 Computer systems, digital safety | |
| Drafting | Daniel Harter | 🔧 Technical drawing, CAD introduction | |
| Electricity | Eugene Lockhart, Inocencio Orta | 🔧 Electrical safety, circuits, projects | |
| Electronics | Locksley Moody, Inocencio Orta | 🔧 Component knowledge, circuit building | |
| Emergency Preparedness | ★⭐ | Multiple | 📋 Emergency response, first aid, mobilization |
| Engineering | Daniel Harter, Eugene Lockhart | 📋 Engineering principles, project design | |
| Environmental Science | ✦⭐ | Eugene Lockhart, Locksley Moody | 📋 Ecosystem study, experiments, observations |
| Family Life | ✦⭐ | Soup Fick | 📝 Family projects, discussions, chores |
| Fingerprinting | ⭐ | NEEDED | 🔧 Taking prints, classification systems |
| First Aid | ✦⭐ | Multiple | 📋 Emergency response, wound care, CPR |
| Fish and Wildlife Management | Kathryn Orta | 📋 Wildlife study, conservation projects | |
| Genealogy | Multiple | 📝 Family history research, documentation | |
| Geology | Kathryn Orta | 📋 Rock/mineral study, geological processes | |
| Hiking | Multiple | 📋 Multiple hikes of increasing length | |
| Home Repairs | Locksley Moody | 🔧 Basic repairs, tool use, safety | |
| Indian Lore | ⭐ | NEEDED | 📋 Native American culture study, crafts |
| Kayaking | ⭐ | NEEDED | 🏊 Paddle strokes, rescue techniques |
| Leatherwork | ⭐ | NEEDED | 🔧 Tools, techniques, project completion |
| Lifesaving | ★⭐ | NEEDED | 🏊 Water rescue techniques, CPR |
| Model Design | Eugene Lockhart | 🔧 Design principles, model construction | |
| Nature | Kathryn Orta | 📋 Plant/animal identification, ecosystem study | |
| Orienteering | Locksley Moody | 📋 Map reading, compass use, courses | |
| Personal Fitness | ✦⭐ | Multiple | 📋 12-week fitness program, nutrition |
| Personal Management | ✦⭐ | Multiple | 📝 Budget planning, time management |
| Photography | ⭐ | Kathryn Orta | 🔧 Camera techniques, composition |
| Rifle Shooting | ⭐ | Inocencio Orta | 🔧 Shooting skills, safety, maintenance |
| Swimming | ✦⭐ | NEEDED | 🏊 Strokes, safety, lifesaving intro |
| Wilderness Survival | ⭐ | NEEDED | 📋 Survival techniques, overnight experience |
| Wood Carving | ⭐ | Multiple | 🔧 Tool safety, carving techniques |
| Woodwork | Multiple | 🔧 Tool use, project completion |
Notes on Requirements
- Eagle Required (✦) badges typically have more extensive requirements and documentation
- Aquatics badges (🏊) require:
- Safe Swim Defense training for counselors
- Appropriate water facility access
- Additional safety personnel
- Equipment-Heavy Badges (🔧) need:
- Dedicated space for activities
- Proper tools and safety equipment
- Regular maintenance and inventory
- Project-Based Badges (📋) require:
- Extended time commitment
- Materials and workspace
- Progress tracking systems