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Requirement Updates 2025

This Merit Badge’s Requirements have recently been updated in 2025 Scouts BSA Requirements (33216). Please read more about “Requirements” on the Merit Badge Hub homepage. The previous version of the Merit Badge requirements can be found in Scoutbook.

Climbing Merit Badge Overview

Climbing is not a sport that requires tremendous muscular strength, it demands mental toughness and the willingness to practice hard to master a set of skills. The adventure of climbing can also provide a new way to enjoy the outdoors.
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Climbing Merit Badge Requirements

The previous version of the Merit Badge requirements can be found in Scoutbook