Scouting/BSA/Golf Merit Badge

Requirement 1
Discuss safety on the golf course. Show that you know first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while golfing, including heat reactions, dehydration, blisters, sprains, and strains.

Requirement 2
Study the USGA Rules of Golf now in use.


 * A. Tell about the three categories of golf etiquette.


 * B. Show that you know about the definitions of golf terms.


 * C. Show that you understand the "Rules of Amateur Status."

Requirement 3
Tell about your understanding of the USGA system of handicapping.

Requirement 4
Do the following:


 * A. Tell about the early history of golf.


 * B. Describe its early years in the United States.


 * C. Tell about the accomplishments of a top golfer of your choice.

Requirement 5
Discuss with your counselor vocational opportunities related to golf.

Requirement 6
Do the following:


 * A. Tell how golf can contribute to a healthy lifestyle, mentally and physically.


 * B. Tell how a golf exercise plan can help you play better. Show two exercises that would improve your game.

Requirement 7
Show the following:


 * A. The proper grip, stance, posture, and key fundamentals of a good swing.


 * B. The full wood shot, played from a tee.


 * C. The fairway wood shot.


 * D. The long iron shot.


 * E. The short iron shot.


 * F. The approach, chip-and-run, and pitch shots.


 * G. The sand iron shot, bunker, or heavy rough recovery shots.


 * H. A sound putting stroke

Requirement 8
'''Play a minimum of two nine-hole rounds or one 18-hole round of golf with another golfer about your age and with your counselor, or an adult approved by your counselor. Do the following:'''


 * A. Follow the "Rules of Golf".


 * B. Practice good golf etiquette.


 * C. Show respect to fellow golfers, committee, sponsor, and gallery.