Requirement

5. Visit an organisation or a research site, in person or online

Required

ONE of two, and both explicitly allow an internet visit instead of a journey. Needs your parent or guardian's permission and your counselor's approval either way.

Note. Both options explicitly allow the visit to be made in person OR via the internet. This requirement does not oblige you to travel anywhere, which makes it one of the easiest on the badge to get done early.

What this is made of

5(a). An organisation that sponsors exploration
5(b). A lab, an observatory or a research facility

Where this step comes from

Exploration Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-08-05), Requirement 5 · States ONE of the two, and states that either may be visited in person or via the internet.

Notes and warnings

What this is made of

Where this step comes from