Our recycling section is for groups and individuals concerned about recycling in their community.
The suggested requirements are designed to make the program fun, educational and rewarding. Following along with the requirements will prepare the participant to complete the final service project.
All level requirements are flexible. You decide what works best for your group.
Recycling Helper Patch Program®
At the “Helping Hands” level children will learn how they can help recycle.
Requirement 1: Make It!
Do an art or craft activity to get excited about doing a recycling project.
Requirement 2: Learn It!
Watch the video to learn about recycling.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Choose and complete one of the suggested age-appropriate service projects for helping to recycle.
Requirement 4: Earn it!
Receive the Recycling Helper Patch.
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Recycling Helper Badge in a Bag®
You might be interested in our Recycling Helper Badge in a Bag® kit.
Kit includes activities for all requirements and the embroidered Recycling Helper patch.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Recycle Patch Program®
At the “Friend” level children will learn how to help recycle used products and containers.
Optional coloring page download is provided for pre-meeting.
Requirement 1: Learn It!
Learn how recycling is done and why it’s important.
Requirement 2: See It!
Look at what you throw away and see if any of it can be recycled.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Choose and complete one of the suggested recycling projects.
Requirement 4: Review It!
Review your project. Optional review worksheet is provided for younger achievers.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Recycling Volunteer Patch Program®
At the “Volunteer” level you will learn how to plan for a recycling project.
Optional workbook download is provided for pre-meeting.
Requirement 1: Research It!
Find out how your community recycles and use our downloadable worksheet to keep track of your own recycling.
Requirement 2: See It!
Visit a local recycling center or watch the provided video to learn more about recycling.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Make a commitment to protect and improve the environment by participating in a recycling project.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Recycling Advocate Patch Program®
At the “Advocate” level you will learn how to effectively advocate for recycling.
Requirement 1: Research It!
Use the provided links to learn about how others in your community recycle.
Requirement 2: Do It!
Plan and complete one of the suggested advocacy programs to help recycling in your community.
Requirement 3: Review It!
Review your experience advocating for smart recycling practices and thank those who helped.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Recycling Delegate Pin Program
At the “Delegate” Level you will learn to organize and lead a recycling service project.
Requirement 1: Choose It!
Use the provided links to choose a topic for your recycling action project.
Requirement 2: Plan It!
Learn how to plan and organize your action project including fundraising and outreach.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Join in during your project to supervise and provide assistance at all levels. Don’t forget to thank the volunteers, organizations and mentors that helped you complete your project!
This pin and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
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