 Skating (In-line)
This Merit Badge requires 1 session to complete.
Pathways to Eagle currently has no preparation work needed for the Skating (In-line) merit badge.
- Items in RED - MUST be completed before the session starts to make it possible to complete the merit badge at Pathways to Eagle. Bring proof of completion (item, written work, note, photo, etc.)
- Items in GREEN - Can be completed before the session starts or done during merit badge session.
- Items in BLACK - MUST be ready to demonstrate your knowledge of these requirements during the merit badge session.
Scouts are strongly encouraged to use a Merit Badge worksheet to show that they have done the preparation work for the merit badge.
Download the workbook for the
Skating (In-line) Merit Badge
in Adobe PDF format from the U.S. Scouting Service Project website.
Scouts MUST be able to discuss any items completed as preparation works or as written work.
Note: Some requirements contain items that fall into more that one category and are listed as the higher category.
NOTE: Must have your own equipment, including skates, helmet, elbow pads and knee pads.
* * * Skates may only be used during the merit badge session * * * |
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Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards
associated with skating and what you should do
to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond
to these hazards. |
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Show that you know first aid for injuries or
illnesses that could occur while skating,
including hypothermia, frostbite, lacerations,
abrasions, fractures, sprains and strains,
blisters, heat-related reactions, and shock. |
2. |
Complete ALL of the requirements below for In-Line Skating |
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Give general and in-line skating safety rules and etiquette. |
| 2. |
Describe the parts and functions of the in-line skate. |
| 3. |
Describe the required and recommended safety equipment. |
| 4. |
Describe four essential steps to good skate care. |
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Skate forward with smooth, linked strokes on two feet for at least 100 feet. |
| 2. |
Skate forward and glide at least 15 feet on one skate, then on the other skate. |
| 3. |
Stop on command on flat pavement using the heel brake. |
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Perform the forward crossover. |
| 2. |
Perform a series of forward, linked swizzles for at least 40 feet. |
| 3. |
Skate backward for at least 40 feet in a series of linked, backward swizzles. |
| 4. |
From a strong pace, perform a lunge turn around an object predetermined by your counselor. |
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Perform a series of at least four one-footed downhill slaloms on pavement with a gentle slope. |
| 2. |
Describe how to pass a pedestrian or another skater from behind. |
| 3. |
Describe at least three ways to avoid an unforeseen obstacle while skating. |
| 4. |
Describe two ways to get on and off a curb, and demonstrate at least one of these methods. |
ICE SKATING now being offered Friday Evening only. Manual regristration only. See seperate ice skating icon under General interest Merit Badge lists. |
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The requirements listed on this web site are believed to be correct.
The official requirements can be found in the current edition of
"Boy Scout Requirements Book 2026"
Download the workbook for the
Skating (In-line) Merit Badge
in Adobe PDF format from, The U.S. Scouting Service Project website.
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