PORTAGE CREEK DISTRICT
Robotics Merit Badge Clinic

January 10, 2026
8:30am - 12:00pm

8:30am - Check in
9am - Start Time

Triton College - T Building
2000 5th Ave
River Grove, IL 60171

$20 per Scout

32 Scout Max - Register now before spots fill up!

Robotics Merit Badge Clinic: Build a Hydraulic Robotic Arm!

Join us for a hands-on, single-day clinic where Scouts will build and operate the Hydraulic Robotic Arm Kit—an exciting way to explore the fundamentals of robotics while working toward the Robotics Merit Badge!

What to Expect:

• This clinic will cover Robotics Merit Badge requirements 4 and 5 only.
• Scouts must complete all other requirements in the Robotics Merit Badge workbook before attending.
• Merit Badge Counselors will be available to review workbooks and sign blue cards if all requirements are complete.

Important Notes:

• Scouts will need to complete a robot engineering notebook during the clinic.
• Notebooks will NOT be provided, so please bring a notebook or a binder with loose-leaf paper.
• Each Scout will work individually to build their robotic arm and take their kit home at the end of the clinic.

This is a great opportunity to dive into robotics, learn by doing, and make real progress toward earning your badge!

Special Needs Accommodation: Event staff will provide guided assistance for Scouts requiring additional support to ensure inclusivity and successful.

Please download/print the Robotics Merit Badge Workbook and bluecard  at:
www.usscouts.org/usscouts/mb/worksheets/Robotics.pdf and 
http://stlbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Form-Fillable-Blue-Card.pdf