Introduction: The Emergency Preparedness (E-Prep) merit badge training expands on the Boy Scouts’ Motto – “Be Prepared” by helping our scouts understand how to prepare for, respond …

Discuss with your counselor the types of emergency or distress signals one might use to attract airborne search-and-rescue personnel if lost in the outdoors or trying to summon assistance …

Show three ways of attracting and communicating with rescue planes/aircraft. With another person, show a good way to transport an injured person out of a remote and/or rugged area, …

Demonstrate understanding of emergency preparedness by putting together simple written plans for a number of household emergencies (for younger Scouts) and unit event emergencies (for …

Jan 1, 2026 · The Emergency Preparedness merit badge teaches Scouts how to handle emergencies, including what to do if you’re stranded on the water with a capsized or disabled …

Explain the importance of signaling in emergency communications. Discuss with your counselor the types of emergency or distress signals one might use to attract airborne search-and …

SUMMARY As Scouts and leaders, we all know that the motto of Scouting is “Be Prepared.” But just how prepared are we when an emergency strikes and we are alone or we come upon …

Explain the importance of signaling in emergency communications. Discuss with your counselor the types of emergency or distress signals one might use to attract airborne search-and …

In earning this badge you’ll learn useful rescue techniques, understand the history behind disaster preparedness, and prepare your own household for a potential emergency.

Using a chart, spreadsheet, or another method approved by your counselor, demonstrate your understanding of each aspect of emergency preparedness listed in requirement 2 (a) …