Requirement · part of 7.0.4.12. The good, concerning and avoid guidance
7.0.4.12. Who signed the Scout up
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Scout-initiated sign-up is good, unclear is concerning, parent-initiated is to be avoided. It follows from the rule that earning a merit badge must be Scout-initiated, Scout-researched and Scout-learned.
Where this step comes from
- Guide to Advancement (2025), Section 7.0.4.12, table row 3 · Sign-up: Scout initiated good, unclear concerning, parent initiated avoid.