There are many ways for scouts to earn merit badges – at troop meetings, at camp, independently (under the guidance of a merit badge counselor) or in classes. Read over our Troop Merit Badge Page for info to help you get started.

We try to post about upcoming local merit badge classes. These are not troop events, so register directly with the organization offering the program, and plan to provide your own transportation. Please note that some of these dates conflict with troop campouts, so check our troop calendar and plan accordingly. Some programs fill quickly, so register ASAP if you know that you want to participate. Click on the links below for more information.

Triton Merit Badge College will take place on November 16.

The Microsoft Store at the Woodfield Mall has posted their fall merit badge schedule.

Three Fires Council is offering the Chemistry Merit Badge on three dates in October and November.

The DuPage Forest Preserve offers merit badge classes.

Morton Arboretum offers merit badge classes.

The Burpee Museum on Rockford offers merit badge classes.

Rolling Meadows Park District offers merit badge classes.

Lake County Court House Law Merit Badge Clinic. Saturday, February 22nd, 2020. Cost is $6.00 at the door. Click on this link, and near the bottom of the page click on “Merit Badge Flyer and Registration (PDF)” to register.

Let us know if you hear of other opportunities and we will share the news with the troop. Email committeechair@troop24riverside.com