Railroading (Boy Scout Merit Badge) Black Coffee Mug

Railroading (Boy Scout Merit Badge) The "Railroading" merit badge is one of over 140 Scout-developed program areas in the Boy Scouts of America. This merit badge focuses on teaching scouts about railroad operations, safety, and history. To earn this badge, scouts must demonstrate knowledge about locomotives, freight cars, track maintenance, signaling systems, and railroad safety regulations. They are also required to visit a rail yard or railroad museum, ride a train, and perform a service project related to the railroad industry. The aim of this merit badge is to foster an appreciation for the significant role that railroads play in the economy and society at large while emphasizing safety precautions when interacting with these complex systems.