Climber Scout Badge post 2002
The Scout Activity badges from post 2002 are
circular with the Activity image on a blue background with a red border. The
Badge is worn on the left sleeve starting from the shoulder and going down in
order of achievement.
To earn the Climber Activity Scout badge they must
achieve the following
1. Show
knowledge of the rope types used for rock climbing and explain how to coil and
maintain them.
2. Demonstrate
the ability to fit a climbing harness and tie in correctly.
3. Show
understanding of the calls used in climbing.
4. Demonstrate
the ability to abseil down a face (typically not less than 10 metres).
5. Take part
in four separate climbs of up to 'Difficult' standard each using a different
route. An experienced climber must supervise the climbs and will evaluate
competence.
6. Explain
the safety rules for climbing on both natural and artificial rock faces.
7. Show an awareness of the environmental issues around climbing on natural rock faces.