ACME Pioneering-
Have you ever lashed a Spider Cube, Reactor, Minefield or Snapping Turtle? Acme Pioneering is the place to find out! Also see how your grandfathers built Towers, Monkey Bridges and Merry-go-rounds and more!
Archaeology Merit Badge
Presented by Council of Virginia Archaeologists and Heart of Virginia Council BSA. Experience how Archaeologists study our past and preserve it for future generations. Scouts will earn the merit badge by participating in a 2-hour activity session. Sign up at the Archaeology Merit Badge Booth to reserve space/time for your unit or individuals. Sessions will be held daily at 9am, 11am, 1:15pm, and 3:15pm.” More can be added as they fill up.
Congressional Medal of Honor Society-
Find out what it takes to be a true hero! Come learn about the rare few who have earned the Medal of Honor, our country’s highest military award for bravery, and earn an exclusive patch to show you’ve discovered what values blaze the path to being a leader.
Disability Awareness Challenge
- Wheelchair Basketball
- Blind laser BB gun
- Navigate an obstacle course on crutches
- Experience “invisible disabilities” in the Tent of Possibilities and Neurodiversity Tent
Geology Merit Badge
Leatherwork Merit Badge
Pioneering-
This isn’t your backyard lashing and camp gadget pioneering project. Head to the Pioneering area to see how you can use your Scout skills to make something great.
Pioneering Merit Badge
Sea Scouts-
Scouting’s adventure program focused on watercraft, sailing, motorboats, and the marine environment. Experience Scouting with a maritime and water activities emphasis.
Stamp Collecting Merit Badge
Surveying Merit Badge
Theater Merit Badge
U.S. Coast Guard-
Learn about the US Coast Guard’s eleven statutory missions that save lifes, enforce laws, protect the homeland, secure our ports, and defend our nation. Hands-on displays and assets.