By using this pamphlet to earn the Scouting Heritage merit badge, Scouts will learn how Scouting was introduced in the United States and the origins of Boy Scouting and Cub Scouting as national organizations. They will also learn about the history of their local unit. This Merit Badge is not required for the Eagle Scout Award. Outlines the requirements for pursuing a merit badge in scouting heritage.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in personal management including personal finance, time management, and planning for the future.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in swimming.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in truck transportation.

Detailed requirements for earning a merit badge in archery.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in sports.

Outlines requirements for the merit badge in chess.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in animal science, including information on livestock breeds, management, diseases and treatments, and careers.

An overview of the basics of hiking, including what equipment one would need, how to plan a hike, describes desert hiking, trail hiking, what clothes to wear, first aid equipment to take, and practical hints for earning a merit badge in graphic arts.

Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in photography.