The entire merit badge or any portions of the merit badge are. Participants only need to sign up for the merit badge session or the open shoot, not both. Rifle shooting merit badge book, boy scouts of america bsa pamphlet new. Rifle shooting boy scouts of america merit badge series. Most scouts wear their merit badges on a merit badge sash which is worn over the right shoulder. The instructors will defer to the scout leaders judgment in deciding who can and who cannot enroll in the program. Rifle shooting merit badge boy scouts of america on.
Nra rifle instructor and bsa rifle merit badge counselor. A scout can purchase pamphlets from bsa, find them in a troop library, or oftentimes check them out from a public library. Aug, 2011 alex started the rifle shooting merit badge to day buy practicing and studying the safety rules. If you have your own ear eye protection you may bring it. Thats right, last year 43,196 boy scouts earned the marksmanship merit badge for rifle shooting. Use all of the resources your counselor can make available to you. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. Boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual 9 introduction to shooting sports and the positive aspects throughout the boy scouts of america from cub scouting to venturing and sea scouting, all program divisions use responsible outdoor activities to promote character development and valuesbased leadership training. The merit badges are sewn three across starting from the top as illustrated on page 361. Wear your merit badge sash at courts of honor, troop inspections, flag ceremonies, and when you are on special service projects.
Follow the nra first steps lesson plans as written, however, distribute the bsa rifle shooting merit badge book instead of the nra basics of rifle shooting book to the scouts. Adjust sights to center the group on the target and fire five groups five shots per group. The secret to successfully earning a merit badge is for you to use both the pamphlet and the suggestions of your counselor. Jul 17, 2006 acco40, yes, our cubs get to do bb shooting at day camp, and boy scouts can do bb shooting at boy scout camp, but theyve already done that as cubs, so they really want to move on to rifle shooting. Per national regulations, the only person who may sign off on requirements is a merit badge counselor, duly registered and authorized by the local council. Scoutingbsapublic health merit badge wikibooks, open.
When my son was at camp last week he and his fellow troop members were upset that an 11 year old boy who just crossed over to boy scouts in march was allowed to take the rifle shooting merit badge, while none of our 12 year olds were allowed, including my son and one other boy, who both turn in one week. Apr 05, 2016 scouting on target the marksmanship merit badge. Scoutingbsarifle shooting merit badge wikibooks, open books. Current merit badge pamphlet and requirement revision dates.
Shooting sports merit badge weekend gulf stream council. Boy scouts rifle shooting merit badge requirements scoutbook. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of their printing schedules. It appears that in the 2020 scouts bsa requirements booklet, the note was. We have also included some other advancement related publications at the top of the table. The requirements listed below are the current and official requirements of the boy scouts of america. In some cases, the entire subject has been dropped from the merit badge roster. My son and the other almost year old are both big for their age. Michigan crossroads council gerber shooting sports rifle. Please bring a signed blue card, merit badge book, chair, cup, bag lunch, suncreen, hat. If a new edition of a merit badge pamphlet is introduced with updated requirements after the scouts bsa requirements book has been released, a scout who is starting the badge may choose to follow either set of requirements until the end of the year.
Unless a rifle is handled incorrectly or recklessly, it is not dangerous. Be proficient in the merit badge subject by vocation, avocation, or special training. Learn the rules of gun safety, find out how much fun it is to be able to shoot safely and accurately, and earn your merit badge. Find official boy scouts of america merit badges and insignia for every programs rank. Units may camp but they must camp as a unit and provide unit leadership. Reading this page does not satisfy any requirement for any merit badge. I live near a sportsmans club and asked if there was a qualified merit badge counselor at the range for my son to complete his merit badge requirements. At the start of the new year, scouts who are beginning must use only the new requirements. National boy scouts of america publications click on. Lot boy scout merit badge books eagle rifle shooting. Neat old 1931 booklet for rifle shootingthey never say boy scouts but it is implied by the photos. Rifle shooting merit badge emblem boy scouts of america. Dakota county gun club is sponsoring a rifle merit badge day for scouts on september 15, 2018.
Rifle shooting merit badge scoutbook bugs scouting forums. Scouts should also keep in mind that they can also earn the rifle shooting merit badge by participating in the crrc junior rifle program. Rifle shooting merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. Merit badge requirements and worksheets boy scout trail. A onetime conversion will run to update previously created event times to the time zone based on your unit zip code. This workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet book. Feb 05, 20 rifle shooting merit badge camp bullowa, rifle range. Scouting on target the marksmanship merit badge daily. Scouts should use the workbooks to prepare notes to themselves, and should not assume that filling in the workbook is sufficient to earn the badge. Rifle shooting merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. The class will be conducted by personnel holding nra, dnr, bsa and other firearms instructor ratings and credentials. Rifle and shotgun shooting merit badge series boy scouts of america no edition stated edition. Rifle shooting merit badge requirements 2019 changes. This is a much more extensive program, but somewhat more flexible in scheduling.
Scouts starting a merit badge must use the current requirements, which are found in scouts bsa requirements bsa publication 33216. Rifle shooting boy scouts of america merit badge series on. Rifle shooting merit badge with workbook pdf, current requirements, and resources. Online shopping from a great selection at kindle store store. A rifle, like any other precision instrument, is manufactured to perform a specific task and can do so at no risk to the user or others.
It falls upon my shoulders to assist the young men that were not able to finish this merit badge at scout camp. Alexs rifle shooting merit badge part 1 handbook and. All instructors and range safety officers are trained and certified by the nra and the bsa. He successfully completed the shooting 2450 portions during a shooting day at our local scout camp but didnt get to the classroom in time to do the academicclassroom parts. When the counselor is satisfied you have met each requirement, he or she will sign your application. Please read through your merit badge book before arriving so you have a basic understanding of the class you are taking. Ask scouts to fill out the merit badge record card or councilfurnished documentation. In addition, it contains the current bsa publication numbers and current sku numbers for each pamphlet. Heres a hint the award helps a young person become an eagle scout. Scoutbook boy scouts photography merit badge requirements. Jul 03, 2019 i have several scouts that just completed rifle shooting.
To qualify as a shooting sports merit badge counselor, a volunteer must. Quicky look up the latest merit badge requirements for all 8 merit badges by name or category. Scoutingbsarifle shooting merit badge wikibooks, open. Cub scouts shooting sports award requirements, no 510320. Effective october 24th, creating and viewing an event will display date and time based on the device settings. Describe how you would react if a friend visiting your home asked to see your or your familys firearms. While i realize that you are looking for bargains, i too need to be able to cover my expenses. Enhancing our youths competitive edge through merit badges.
Your counselor can be as important to you as a coach is to an athlete. This is a list of merit badges formerly offered by the boy scouts of america. After you are set up and had dinner, come to the range for the book portion of the mb, then saturday morning 9 to 12, shoot the. By earning this badge, scouts can develop their shooting.
It falls upon my shoulders to assist the young men that were not able to finish this merit badge at scout. Search and rescue sar merit badge, kayaking merit badge, welding merit badge. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in scouts bsa. Boy scouts shooting earn your rifle shooting merit badge. Discuss what points you would consider in selecting a rifle. Rifle shooting merit badge us scouting service project. Scouts develop character, citizenship, and personal fitness as they follow the scout oath and scout law. March 9, 20 9am scouts will be provided the opportunity to complete the requirements for the rifle shooting merit badge 1 each scout must bring a completed copy of the rifle shooting merit badge work book available at. For those members of the boy scouts of america who want to earn the rifle shooting merit badge, heres your chance. Archery merit badge requirement and references rifle shooting merit badge requirements and references.
Jul 20, 2014 boy scout shotgun merit badge john blue. These worksheets include the necessary tasks and questions that are required for earning the rifle shooting merit badge. If in doubt about the accuracy of a requirement, consult your merit badge counselor. Rifle shooting merit badge rifle shooting merit badge pamphlet 3594. Adult have nra firearm training courses available as well. An official boy scouts of america merit badge pamphlet has been created for the bsa by topic authorities for each merit badge. Millions of young people participate in one or more of the sports annuallyarchery, rifle shooting, shotgun activities, etc. Bsa rifle shooting merit badge is offered on the third monday of the month, april thru october at the cckc rifle range. He just crossed over from cub scouts to boy scouts. The scout needs to come to the class with a current rifle shooting merit badge pamphlet book, a signed merit badge card, a signed permission slip and ready for some outdoor shooting. Alex started the rifle shooting merit badge to day buy practicing and studying the safety rules.
The rifle shooting merit badge will begin at 9am at the tech center in the main boy scout parking lot. This table shows the remaining patrol slots available for each day. Explain the need for, and use and types of, eye and hearing protection. This 12 page printable pdf workbook will help boy scouts as they work on earning the rifle shooting merit badge. Boy scouts of americas merit badge series pamphlet for digital technology. They are reproduced in part here under fair use as a resource for scouts.
Explain why bb and pellet air guns must always be treated with the same respect as firearms. The boy scouts of america is the largest youth organization in the united states, with over five million members in its agerelated. Important excerpts from that publication can be downloaded from. Rifle shooting merit badge pamphlet, rifle shooting merit badge. Alexs rifle shooting merit badge part 1 handbook and practice. Please let me know if this can be fixed quickly i would prefer not to mark the badge complete manually. On target has a solid relationship with boy scout troops in the local area and we offer boy scout specials to help your scouts complete their rifle merit badge. Nra rifle instructor training and boy scouts of america rifle merit badge counselor qualification in sc. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Merit badge counselors may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks.
We are presenting the complete merit badge start to finish. Using these targets, explain how to adjust sights to zero a rifle. This workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor. Did all of your boys complete their shooting requirements at camp. You still must satisfy your counselor that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. Rifle and shotgun shooting merit badge series boy scouts. Rifle and shotgun shooting 25m583 obsolete merit badge series booklet published by the boy scouts of america condition. The requirements to this merit badge are ed by the boy scouts of america. Filler copy very well used, written in and on, biopredation, bent corners. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely shoot moving targets, using the fundamentals of shotgun shooting. Use this workbook as a guide as you organize your thoughts and prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor.
They are reproduced in part here under fair use as a resource for scouts and scouters to use in the earning and teaching of merit badges. Merit badges are awarded to scouts who complete the requirements for each badge. We also talked about the parts of the rifle which he was well acquainted with since he started. Cub scouts shooting sports award faqs cub scout shooting sports award tracking sheet. Scoutbook boy scouts rifle shooting merit badge requirements.
Last year 43,196 young americans earned a very special marksmanship distinction. Give the signed application to your unit leader so your merit badge emblem can be secured for you. Shooting sports have the ability to attract and retain youth in the movement. A prerequisite for the merit badge is to read the merit badge book. Shooting sports merit badge counselor requirements and registration section 7. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of. Shooting sports merit badge counselor requirements and registration. Troop 692 specifics troop 692 will purchase the merit badge pamphlets for all merit badges for rank and eagle required merit badges. Rifle shooting merit badge boy scouts on staten island, ny. In others, the merit badge s name has been changed, with or without significant revision to the badge s requirements. Scoutbook 2020 scouts bsa merit badge requirements. Scouts who earn their rifle shooting merit badge learn about safe gun handling, the parts of a gun, local hunting laws, and more.
Hope this adds to the discussion as i am now a mbc for rifle shooting, so i have an interest in the debate on whether or not telescopic sights should be used in the qualification for the merit badge. The communication badge is required in order to achieve eagle rank. Discontinued merit badges boy scouts of america wikipedia. I believe this is due to not having option b and c complete even though a scout only needs to complete on of the options. Cckc hosts firearm training, shooting events, camping and service project opportunities for bsa scouts.
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