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Merit Badge Counselor
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Merit Badge Opportunities
Merit Badge Summits Merit Badge Summits are quality programs that offer Scouts a range of both Eagle-required and elective Merit Badge options. By
Citizenship in Society Facilitator Training
Citizenship in Society is Scouting Americas newest Merit Badge which will become a required merit badge on July 1, 2022. The new merit badge
Aquatics Merit Badge Days
Allatoona Aquatics Base Merit Badge Saturdays | June 7 August 9, 2025 Welcome to Allatoona Aquatics Base Merit Badge Weekends. Classes are held each
Lifesaving Merit Badge
Course Overview Lifesaving is an Eagle Required Merit Badge. The Scout must be 13 years and older to take the Lifesaving Merit Badge. Earning the
Canoeing Merit Badge
Course Overview This Merit Badge presents the basic skills and knowledge about Canoeing. It is not very difficult, but does require both mental and
Fishing Merit Badge
Course Overview You will learn a lot about fish and how to catch them while earning this Merit Badge. You might catch them for fun and sport, or to
Fly Fishing Merit Badge
Course Overview Fly-fishing is a specialized form of fishing that combines skill and artistry. Because it is so rich with tradition, it is a passion
Kayaking Merit Badge
Course Overview Kayaking is a fun merit badge in which the scout will review safety and first-aid related to kayaking; practice basic skills for
Rowing Merit Badge
Course Overview The Rowing Merit Badge will provide the Scout with useful background information about rowing as a sport and as exercise. The Scout
Small-Boat Sailing Merit Badge
Course Overview This is an intense one-day class with a lot of time spent out on the water. In order to complete the landside requirements, it is
Swimming Merit Badge
Course Overview Swimming Merit Badge is an Eagle Required. This Merit Badge is NOT a learn to swim class. The Scout will need to demonstrate
Find a Merit Badge Counselor
The Atlanta Area Council has implemented a new system to assist Scouts, parents, and leaders in locating Merit Badge Counselors in their area. This
Merit Badge Summit
Upcoming Merit Badge Summit Eagle Merit Badge Summit Saturday, February 7th / KSU Marietta Campus / 7:00am-5:30pm Registration Opens: Dec 8th 9:00am
Online Merit Badge University Class Request
Missed registering for an Online Merit Badge Class? Is there an Eagle-required Merit Badge you need but it is not being currently offered? Want to
Online Merit Badge University
Online Merit Badge University Online Merit Badge University was created to help Scouts continue to earn Merit Badges while at home. We have
Special Merit Badge Days
Porsche Automotive Maintenance Day Part 1: Saturday, February 14, 2026 / Atlanta Area Council Volunteer Service Center / 7:30am-12:00pm Part 2:
Alpha Merit Badge University
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Eta Lambda Chapter proudly announces the 3rd Annual Fall Alpha Merit Badge University (AMBU) on Saturday,
Scouts BSA Leader Specific Training
Every Scout deserves a trained leader, and every leader deserves to be trained. A trained leader is knowledgeable and more confident in the role being
Fish & Wildlife Management
Course Overview You will learn how animal diversity impacts the planet and the longevity of communities across the globe with the Fish and Wildlife
Sea Scouts Activities
Sea Scout Ship 117 is offering the following Merit Badge classes and are available to all Scouts BSA. All start at 9:00am and end around 5:00pm unless
Scouts BSA Leader Training
Welcome to Scouts BSA! If you are a new leader who has not yet taken Youth Protection Training please click here!
Climbing Program
The Atlanta Area Council is proud to offer many challenging adventures involving climbing. Whether it is at one of our fabulous camp properties or out
Range & Target Activity Days
All equipment is provided and participants and instructors cannot bring their own firearms/bows. Scouts who already possess range and target skills
Stand Up Paddleboarding Award
Course Overview The BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding award introduces Scouts to the basics of stand up paddleboarding (SUP) on calm water, including
District: Indian Springs
Serving all of Douglas, Carroll, and Haralson Counties in West Georgia Upcoming Events: Indian Springs Scouts BSA Merit Badge Day - Health Care
Allatoona Aquatics Base
The Allatoona Aquatics Base is 400 acres of lakefront property leased from the Army Corps of Engineers by the Atlanta Area Council. The camp is on
Program Planning for February 2026
Things to Remember This Month: Scout Sunday, Sabbath & Jumuah Reserve Your Spot for Cub Scout Overnight Camp Order of the Arrow Elections Plan
Program Planning for February 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Scout Sunday, Sabbath & Jumuah Reserve Your Spot for Cub Scout Overnight Camp Order of the Arrow Elections Plan
Atlanta Area Council Camps
Click to Learn More the Atlanta Area Council Summer Camp and Summer Programs: Aquatics activities, training, and weekend camping available at
Scoutreach Activities
Scoutreach Merit Badge Summit Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026 Time: 8:30 am 3:00 pm Location: Hoosier United Methodist Church, 2545 Benjamin E Mays Dr,
Planning Your Scouting Program
Scouts like to have fun and learn new things that is what we call program. A good program takes planning and preparation. Research has shown that a
District: Southwest Atlanta
Located within Campbellton Road, Cascade Road, West End, Fairburn Road, Metropolitan Pkwy and Ben Hill, Northside Drive, Atlanta University Center,
Allatoona Weekend Camping
Allatoona Aquatics Base is 400 acres of lakefront property leased from the Army Corps of Engineers by the Atlanta Area Council. This nearby camp is
Program Planning for July 2026
Things to Remember This Month: Organize New Dens and Recruit New Den Leaders Sign Up for Wood Badge Training Sign Up for 2025 Summer Camp July
Program Planning for June 2026
Things to Remember This Month: Plan for Fall Recruiting Register for Next Years Summer Camp Finalize District Plan Sign up for Popcorn June
Program Planning for April 2026
Things to Remember This Month: Time for Simple Scouting with your Den and Pack Reserve Summer Camp Merit Badge Spots Sign Up for Cub Scout Days
Program Planning for June 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Plan for Fall Recruiting Register for Next Years Summer Camp Finalize District Plan Sign up for Popcorn June
Register for Program Events with Tentaroo
All District and Council activities (Training, Family Camping, Day Camp, etc.) a unit or family can participate in requires registration for the
Program Planning for August 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Welcome Back to School and Back to the Pack Advancement Resources for Leaders and Parents Scouts BSA Troops:
Program Planning for August 2026
Things to Remember This Month: Welcome Back to School and Back to the Pack Plan Fun First Activities for Cub Scouts Sign Up for Fall Cub Scout
Program Planning for July 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Organize New Dens and Recruit New Den Leaders Sign Up for Wood Badge Training Sign Up for 2026 Summer Camp July
Program Planning for September 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Sign Up for Fall Cub Scout Family Camping Weekends Advancement Resources for Leaders and Parents Knowledge is
COPE and Climbing Instructor Training
The Atlanta Area Council COPE/Climbing Program offers L1 Instructors Training several times a year whether it be in a large event or a small specific
New Leader Training
Thank you for taking the time to become a trained leader. You will be an incredible volunteer Scout leader. Thank you so much for your generous gift
Scouting Activities
Activities Are Why Scouts Like Scouting And the Atlanta Area Council supports many activities for Scouts of all ages Scouting is a year round active
Scouts BSA Advancement
Scoutings advancement program remains structured yet flexible. Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and the steps to overcome them
Program Planning Guide
2025-2026 Council Program Planning Calendars:
Mason's Inspiring Journey to Eagle Scout
Eagle Scout Mason Myhand began his Scouting journey with Pack 199 in Roswell after hearing about the fun outings and activities his friends were
Program Planning for October 2025
Things to Remember This Month: Train New and Incoming Unit Leaders Register for National Youth Leadership Training Cub Advancement Resources Help