Join Us for a Radio Merit Badge Class sponsored by Troop 13 & the STARS Radio Club

Are you interested in helping people during disasters? Want to learn about satellites and high-tech electronics? Would you like to see how your computer can connect around the world via wireless? Think it would be cool to talk to astronauts in space? Then explore the world of wireless communications through the Radio Merit Badge!

To help you complete the badge in one day, a Radio Merit Badge class will be held on Saturday, March 28th, 2026. Adults interested in learning about radio are welcome to participate.

Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026

Time: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Cost: The class is free

Location: Santa Fe Prairie Nature Preserve, 7300 River Road, Hodgkins, IL

Here’s what you need to do in advance:

Read the Radio Merit Badge Book, which is available free online at scouting.org

On the day of the class, bring the following:

A fully completed Merit Badge Application card for Radio Merit Badge signed by your Scoutmaster
Evidence of any requirements you may have completed in advance
A bag lunch/snack and drink
A pen and pencil
A notebook or clipboard to write on
Proper uniform, good behavior, and a sincere interest

This is an outdoor event. Please be prepared for any weather!

If you have questions or wish to register, contact Tom Bosworth (Radio MB Counselor) at [email protected]. Youth members must copy a parent/guardian and scout leader on all emails.