Scoutmasters are requested to be available for Scoutmaster conferences for their Scouts, either during the camp or as soon as possible after camp.
Activity/Advancement Offerings, 2023
Strikethrough is removed for 2023
Scout Requirements:
1a – Repeat from memory the Scout Oath, Law, motto and Scout Slogan.
1b – Explain what Scout Spirit is.
1c – Demonstrate the Scout sign, salute and handshake.
1d – Describe the First Class Scout badge.
1e – Repeat from memory the Outdoor Code.
1f – Repeat from memory the Pledge of Allegiance.
4a – Show how to tie a square know, two half-hitches and a taut-line hitch.
4b – Show the proper care of a rope by whipping and fusing the ends.
5 – Tell what you need to know about pocketknife safety.
Tenderfoot Requirements:
3a – Demonstrate the practical use of the square knot.
3b – Demonstrate the practical use of two half-hitches.
3c – Demonstrate the practical use of the taut-line hitch.
3d – Demonstrate proper care, sharpening and use of the knife, saw, and ax.
4a – Show first aid for the following: Simple cuts and scrapes, blisters on the hand and foot, minor burns or scalds, bites or stings of insects and ticks, venomous animals, nosebleed, frostbite and sunburn and choking.
4b – Describe common poisonous or hazardous plants that grow in your local area.
4d – Assemble a personal first aid kit.
5a – Explain the importance of the buddy system.
5c – Explain the rules of safe hiking.
7a – Demonstrate how to display, raise, lower and fold the U.S. flag.
8 – Describe the steps in Scouting’s Teach EDGE method.
Second Class Requirements:
1a – Since joining Scouts BSA, participate in five separate troop/patrol activities…
2a – Explain when it is appropriate to use a fire for cooking or other purposes…
2b – Use the tools listed in Tenderfoot requirement 3d to prepare tinder, kindling…
2c – At an approved outdoor location…use the tinder, kindling and fuel wood…
2d – Explain when it is appropriate to use a lightweight stove, propane stove…
2f – Demonstrate tying the sheet bend knot.
2g – Demonstrate tying the bowline knot.
3a – Demonstrate how a compass works and how to orient a map. – Students must bring a compass.
3b – Using a compass and a map together, take a 5-mile hike…
3d – Demonstrate how to find directions during the day and night without a compass.
4 – Identify or show evidence of at least 10 kinds of animals found in your area.
5a – Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe swim.
5b – Demonstrate your ability to pass the BSA beginner swim test.
5c – Demonstrate water rescue methods…
5d – Explain why swimming rescues should not be attempted…
6a – Demonstrate first aid for the following: object in the eye, bite of a warm-blooded animal, puncture wounds, serious burns (second-degree), heat exhaustion, shock, heatstroke, dehydration, hypothermia, and hyperventilation.
6b – Show what to do for “hurry” cases…
6c – Tell what you can do while on a campout or hike to prevent or reduce the occurrence…
6d – Explain what to do in case of accidents that require emergency response…
6e – Tell how you should respond if you come upon the scene of a vehicular accident.
8b – Explain what respect is due the flag of the United States.
9a – Explain the three R’s of personal safety and protection
9b – Describe bullying; tell what the appropriate response
