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Hiking merit badge

Hiking Merit Badge

⭐ Eagle Required*

* Eagle Required ★ (choose: Cycling, Hiking, OR Swimming)

Scouts learn trail skills and complete hikes of increasing distances, including a challenging 20-mile hike.

Counselors for Hiking 1
Important Reminder: Scouts must CC a parent or guardian on all email communications and include a parent or guardian in all text message threads with counselors. This is required by BSA Youth Protection guidelines.

Remember: CC your parent/guardian on every email and add them to every text thread when contacting this counselor.

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