(515) 266-2135
midiowa.councilbsa@scouting.org

Merit Badge Counselor

The merit badge counselor is the key to success in the merit badge plan.

Counselors offer their time, experience, and knowledge to help guide Scouts in one or more of the merit badge subjects.

Download Merit Badge Counselor List HERE

  • Merit badge counselors must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. A counselor must have approval from the BSA local council, but there is no cost to serve if they are registered in anouther leadership position. If not already registered in a leadership position, there is a $25.00 per year cost.
  • Download the Adult Volunteer Application from Scouting.org by clicking here.  
  • All volunteers are expected to complete BSA Youth Protection Training PRIOR TO assuming a leadership position. Training is available online.
  • Please complete Merit Badge Counselor sign up below after your Leadership application has been submitted. Once both have been completed and the background check is approved you will be able to act as a Merit Badge Councelor.
Background Check Disclosure Additional Disclosures & Background Check Authorization

Merit Badge Counselor Form