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Requirement

7. Lay out a trail of at least a mile on a Scout outing

Required Often forgotten

For your patrol or troop to follow, with at least six different trail signs and markers. After the Scouts finish, follow the Leave No Trace Seven Principles and the Outdoor Code by replacing or returning the markers to their original locations.

Note. At least one mile, and at least six different trail signs and markers. The requirement ends after the Scouts complete the trail: replace or return the markers to their original locations, following the Leave No Trace Seven Principles and the Outdoor Code.

Where this step comes from

  1. Signs, Signals, and Codes Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 7 · Requires a Scout outing, at least one mile, at least six trail signs and markers, and their replacement afterwards.

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