Hiking Merit BadgeHiking is a terrific way to keep your body and mind in top shape, both now and for a lifetime. Walking packs power into your legs and makes your heart and lungs healthy and strong. Exploring the outdoors challenges you with discoveries and new ideas. Your senses will improve as you use your eyes and ears to gather information along the way.
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• Requirements 4 and 5 will not be completed at camp. Scouts will leave camp prepared to complete requirements 4 and 5. • Scouts will participate in a 5-mile hike that starts during class and goes through supper and Twilight activities. |
Scouts need to wear good hiking boots. |
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