2012 CAMP LEADER GUIDEBOOK - Black Hills Area Council

19
MERIT BADGE PROGRAM
How does a Scout go about earning merit badges in our unique program?
1. Go to http://mmsr.badgetracker.com/. After the deposits ($250 for the unit, and $100 per scout)
have been made for your unit, you will be issued a user ID and a password for the Medi‐
cine Mountain Scout Ranch BadgeTracker website. Follow the instructions on the website
to enter your unit roster and sign up for your merit badge classes. (*Note: there is a Unit
Guide that will walk you thru your set up step‐by‐step.) Some classes are of a limited size,
so the sooner you register, the sooner you can sign up for classes.
2. Once at camp, go to the program area where the badge is taught, at the scheduled time.
Take along any supplies or program tickets you may need. (Purchase any supplies or pro‐
gram tickets you will need to complete the badge at the Trading Post.)
3. Check in with the counselor for the merit badge you wish to earn.
Your counselor will teach you the merit badge subject, marking off the requirements as you
go. Afternoon “open program” times are taught in an open program format. Check the Merit
Badge schedule and this guidebook for detailed information. There will also be ample oppor‐
tunity to ask questions during orientation when you arrive at camp.
Merit badge, and HAWK (trail to first class), instruction may involve reading, so while we do
keep copies of the merit badge pamphlets at each area, you should bring a current merit
badge pamphlet and your handbook with you to camp, or you can purchase a copy at the
Trading Post.
The counselor will keep track of progress so that unit leaders
will have feedback throughout the week.
Still have questions? Contact the Camp Director!!