So, you’re spending a little more time around the house than normal, but many of you are continuing your Scouting adventures, including making great progress on your merit badge work.
Bryan pulled together a list of merit badges that can be worked on from home or your backyard, and, while it might not be possible to pop down to the store to get supplies, ScoutShop.org remains an available option and has collected the resources below to help you find tools and gear you may need to complete a few of those. All of these items can be shipped directly to your door.
Gear for merit badges at home
- Basketry
- Merit badge pamphlet
- To complete the merit badge requirements for this, you need to make three projects, and this kit has all the gear you need to make all three.
- If you are looking for a more deluxe version, check out the premium basketry merit badge craft kit.
- You can purchase kits separately:
- First Aid
- Leatherwork
- Merit badge pamphlet
- This knife sheath kit contains everything needed to work on requirements.
- Create your own leather wallet using this complete set.
- This tool set is perfect for using on the wallet and knife holder kits.
- Read up on all of the best tips for leather crafting beginners in this book that includes expert advice on everything from finishing methods to the skills you need to make all sorts of accessories.
- Robotics
- Merit badge pamphlet
- If you want to order the robotics merit badge kit, contact the Customer Service team and they will get you in touch with a close-by Scout Shop that can either deliver it or you can buy it and then do curbside pickup (customerservice@scoutshop.org or 800-323-0736 Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. EST)
- Woodcarving
- Merit badge pamphlet
- Here’s a great knife for woodcarving.
- This woodcarving kit contains woodcarving tools.
- Grab this book for easy woodcarving project ideas.
- This pack includes 100 basswood sticks that are designed for woodcarving.
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