Orienteering (Boy Scout Merit Badge) Accent Coffee Mug

Orienteering (Boy Scout Merit Badge) The "Orienteering" merit badge is a part of the Boy Scouts of America's program for personal development and advancement. In this skill-based activity, scouts learn to navigate through unfamiliar territory using a map and compass. By successfully completing a series of challenges that test their navigation skills, scouts can earn the Orienteering merit badge. This skillset is valuable in various situations, fostering independence, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork among scouts. The Orienteering merit badge requires scouts to demonstrate proficiency in understanding map symbols, taking bearings, using a compass, and following routes and courses with accuracy. This activity often takes place in outdoor settings like forests, parks, or open fields, promoting physical fitness, environmental awareness, and teamwork.