Why watch older Scouts closely during carving?

They have more strength.

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  1. They carve too slowly
  2. They have more strength ✔
  3. They dislike carving

Why: Older Scouts have more strength and can hurt themselves more easily.

Huh, didn't know that: Older Scouts have more strength and can hurt themselves more easily.

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With great strength comes great need for care.
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Answer: They have more strength. Older Scouts have more strength and can hurt themselves more easily.

  1. Scouting America: Wood Carving www.scouting.org/merit-badges/wood-carving
    They have more strength, and they can really do a number on themselves
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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