Rock Climber

Rock Climber Senior Scouts Badge 1958 to 1964

The Climber Badge was part of the Collective series “Athlete”

To earn this badge a scout must do the following * 

(1) Demonstrate that he has a knowledge of  a mountain area covering at least 25 square  miles, by producing journey notes and log-books  of his trips These notes and 10g-b0Ol(S must  show :—        (a) that he is personally acquainted with the principal  routes to summits and points of interest,  (b) that he knows the nearest telephones, doctors, inns  and places of refreshment to any points in the area 

(2) Find his way to a given point in a mountainous area, using the 1-inch 0.8. Map or local equivalent, and compass. 

(3) Draw an intelligible rough sketch map giving certain information required by the Examiner, covering Identify peaks from a distance. 

(4) Discuss local weather conditions. Know what should be done in emergencies such as being overtaken by darkness or mist, and the first aid treatment of fractures, bruises, concussion and shock. 

(5) Show ability in including and manipulating climbing kit and equipment, including rope, clothing, etc. 

ALTERNATIVE.

(1) Find his way to a given point in a mountainous area using 1-inch O.S. map, or local equivalent, and compass. 

(2) Demonstrate, in a mountainous area, what should be done in emergencies such as being overtaken by darkness or  mist and the first-aid treatment of fractures, bruises, concussion  and shock. 

(3) Know how to coil a rope, how to select a belay, and belay himself securely; and generally to understand the principles and safety first precautions of rock climbing. 

(4) Take part in at least five rock climbs of a standard not less than “moderately difficult,” such climbs to be led by an experienced climber who will judge and report on his competence.  (5) Demonstrate his ability to abseil down a rock face (not less than 15 feet).

ALTERNATIVE.

(1) Be familiar with one extensive system of caves, or two minor ones. 

(2) Discuss kit, ropes and rope-ladders, knots, windlass, derrick, lights and suitable food. 

(3) Demonstrate emergency actions and how to walk in darkness; removal of injured persons. Discuss the dangers which exist. 

(4) Know how pot-holes are formed, including caves, swallets:  trefoils, etc., and describe two of the better known systems. 

(5) Discuss geological and mineralogical aspects, fossilisation and formation of stalactites and stalagmites. 

(6) Take part in five explorations and produce log-book.        .

*The Requirements for each badge varied through issues of POR