Oceanography

The oceans cover more than 70 percent of our planet and are the dominant feature of Earth. Wherever you live, the oceans influence the weather, the soil, the air, and the geography of your community. To study the oceans is to study Earth itself.

The Oceanography merit badge is one of the elective merit badges for the William T. Hornaday awards for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts.

Requirements & Worksheets

Complete details and worksheets for this merit badge are available here.

Prerequisites

Requirements 7 & 8 MUST be completed before you attend your merit badge day class. Failure to do so may prevent you from completing your merit badge.