All MBs with pre-reqs are detailed below
Reptile and Amphibian Study
Requirement 8 must be done prior to camp in order to earn the badge during camp.
Camping
Requirements 4b, 8c, 8d and 9a-c should be done prior to camp. A written note from Scoutmaster will suffice as evidence of completion.
Cooking
Bring documentation to show completion of requirement 4 from a parent/guardian. Requirements 6d-e must be documented. Must bring a metal mess kit. Period 3 is extended daily through lunch hour. Period 1 meets early during breakfast.
Emergency Preparedness
Must have earned First Aid MB prior to camp. Requirements 2c, and 6c, must be completed prior to camp. Must bring emergency pack for 8b to camp; see forms available here for specifics. (Photos of packs are not acceptable.)
First Aid
Scout must be at least 1st Class rank or hold proof that requirement 1 has been met prior to attending camp. Not recommended for 1st year campers.
Fishing
Scouts age 16 or older must have a valid PA Fishing License. Scouts are highly encouraged to bring their own fishing gear.
Geocaching
Prior parental approval needed for requirement 7. Photographic evidence of requirement 7 is also needed upon arrival to camp.
Orienteering
Requirement 7 should be done prior to camp. Can be very time consuming. Good map & compass skills are recommended.
Search and Rescue
Requirement 6a should be completed prior to camp. Orientation skills would be helpful.
Wilderness Survival
Requirement 5 (survival kit) should be made ahead of time and brought along to camp; see form available here for specifics. (Photos of survival kits will not be accepted.) Need backpack, ground cloth, and mess kit for outpost overnighter
Insect Study
Req. 5: Do prior to camp. Req. 6a: Bring a scrapbook. Req. 9: Must show photographic evidence. Independent study.
Electricity
Requirements 2 and 9a must be completed prior to camp.
Climbing
No prerequisites. Recommended for age 14 and older. Should be in good physical condition. It is helpful to learn climbing knots prior to camp. See climbing knots here.
Rowing and Small Boat Sailing
Knots to practice are available here.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
Bird Study
Requirement 5 must be completed prior to camp. Schedule class time with a counselor. Requires many hours of independent study.
Insect Study
Req. 5: Do prior to camp. Req. 6a: Bring a scrapbook. Req. 9: Must show photographic evidence. Independent study.
Bugling
Must learn bugle calls prior to camp, provide your own brass instrument, be prepared to review all requirements with a counselor in one session.
Music
Must have completed requirement 3a, b, or c prior to camp