Scout Programs

Archaeology merit badge program
Scouts learn how to survey a dig site.

NPS

Scout groups of any age can make reservations for our flag etiquette program. This includes a review of flag etiquette, a Junior Ranger activity book, and tour of the Garfield home. Flag etiquette programs are free, and last about an hour and a half. Registration is required: contact us at e-mail us or call 440-255-8722.

Scout merit badge programs for 2024:

  • Archaeology - Saturday, March 23rd from 9:30am - 2pm
  • Architecture - TBD
  • Citizenship in the Community - Saturday, April 6 from 9:30am-2:30pm
  • *Citizenship in the Nation - Saturday, April 13 from 9:30am-2:30pm
  • *Citizenshp in the World - Friday, July 5 from 9:30am-2:30pm
  • American Heritage - TBD
**priority will be given to scouts of 8th grade-age and high school.

While we strive to have merit badge counselors at every program, they are volunteers and not often available. Scouts are encouraged to connect with a local merit badge counselor to review work and sign the blue card.

Per Scouts, BSA requirements, scouts must have blue cards signed by their scoutmaster in order to begin a merit badge.

All programs are free; scouts should dress in scouting attire and bring a lunch.

Last updated: March 5, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

8095 Mentor Avenue
Mentor, OH 44060

Phone:

440-255-8722
If your call is not answered, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible. You can also e-mail us at jaga_interpretation@nps.gov.

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