Modern Boy Scout Badges

The Boy Scouts are currently getting a lot of press about new awards (not badges) Scouts can earn for video games. No, simply sitting on the couch playing Mario Cart doesn’t count; Scouts must complete a list of tasks to earn their belt loops and pins, including explaining the importance of video game rating systems, have a family tournament, and playing games that involve academic skills.

But with all the attention aimed at this new addition to scouting, some of the badges have been left out of the limelight. Here are a few lesser-known merit badges Scouts can earn, with links to the requirements for completion. The full list is on the Boy Scouts website.

Computers

Engineering

Architecture

Cinematography

American Business

Nuclear Science