The Proper
114 women earned Top Off the Tank Merit Badge
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A few fresh things from out on the trail — real merit badges, real snapshots, and a line or two from Summer 2026. New pins every time you stop by.
Tati Smith earned Pit Stop Merit Badge · Sep 21“I. Love. diving into scripture. I love feeling spiritually fed. But, if I am not careful, it is really easy for other things to take that place. Thank you for this goal. I have had my scriptures since my baptism - 30 years ago. It is well worn and well loved and I always talk about needing a new set, but this one is so special to me.”
Tati Smith earned Park Your Phone Merit Badge · Sep 21“Built a charging station with a cute basket in my kitchen. I love waking up and not reaching for my phone.”
Cristol Rippe of Columbus, OH · Pace Yourself Merit Badge · Sep 21Unplugged Merit Badge
I actually enjoyed not having any electronics or phone for a few days. It is amazing how much more you talk with your husband. We even played cards and fixed meals together. We were Camping above Sun Valley Idaho and no one else was within a few miles from us. No service and it was so dark at night that you cannot see your hands. The moon and the sun were so beautiful. We had the time to pay attention to the beauty that surrounded us. We need to do it more often.
— Becky Robertson, of Paul, Idaho
Jill Springer of OLYMPIA, WA earned Staycation Maxing Merit Badge · Sep 21“because i work 50-60 hours a week, I need to use my weekends to take care of business at home. I've found that in order for me to have a true staycation, i need to do it away from home and get away from the never ending to-do list! This summer, I planned the ULTIMATE staycation in Palm Dessert. We got a huge AirBnB with the most amazing oasis pool set-up that had a hot tub, waterslide, and water fall. I brought crafts, games, and we all brought books to read. We went for a week and only left the house to road trip joshua tree one day. we had food ordered in, and it was the best! I'll be working an 'staycation' into our regular vacation cycle!”
“A significant moment deserves a considered prelude. Be ready.”
Cristol Rippe of Columbus, OH · Octane Booster Merit Badge · Sep 21
116 women earned Nightly Reset Merit Badge
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