More information to come. This page will be the listing of the Advancement Opportunities including but not limited too, STEM Nova Awards, Super NOVA Awards, Merit Badges, Special Awards, National Advancement Policies, FAQ's. If any information contradicts National policy. National Policy is law.

Merit Badge Requirements

Scout BSA STEM Requirements (NOVA and Super NOVA)

Guide to Advancement 2019

Upcoming Merit Badge Opportunities

Ongoing

· Chesterfield Historical Society offers classes regularly in Archaeology, American Heritage, Citizenship in Nation/Community/World, and Geocaching.\

· Fairfax County offers numerous classes regularly. Check website for availability and locations. Most of these are a 2+ hour drive.

· Prince William County offers numerous classes regularly. Check website for availability and locations. Most of these are a 2+ hour drive.

2019

May

4 Coin Collecting Merit Badge at ACCA Shriners Building - Time 1PM. Free, no registration required. There are prerequisites.

June

23-29 TBS Summer Camp - see SM Witt.

July

August

TBD Capitol District MB Week (details TBD)

September

TBD Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s Scout Month – usually offer classes in Fishing, Shooting and Fish and Wildlife Management (details TBD)

28 Automotive Maintenance Merit Badge 8AM-12N at Cummins Atlantic LLC, 3900 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond VA 23234 – limited to 40 Scouts. Lunch provided.

October

November

December

2020

January

17-20 TBS Winter Camp - see SM Witt.

February

March

April

4 Longwood University Alpha Phi Omega Merit Badge Day (details TBD)