For Scouts: Animal Science Merit Badge
Activity2025 Annual|#27062
Description
At this working 1890s living history farm, learn the merits and uses of heritage and other livestock breeds and discuss proper planning and management. Requirement 6 will focus on the farm's Cotswold sheep. Visit scouting.org for badge description and requirements. Ages 11 - 17. To register by phone instead, call 630-876-5900.
Prerequisites:
The following requirements must be completed and turned in on the day of the program. Requirements 1, 2, 3, and 7.
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Park in the lot for Kline Creek Farm on the west side of County Farm Road 1 mile south of North Avenue (Route 64), and meet at the Timber Ridge Visitor Center.
Wear jeans and work boots. Bring water and your merit badge blue card. (A certified merit badge counselor will sign it after you complete the program.)
Prerequisites:
Complete requirements 1, 2, 3, and 7, and turn them in at the start of the program.