Collecting Badges

Climber

Climber

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.