Angler Khaki

Angler Scout Badge Woven and Bound 1934 to 1967

The Angler Badge was worn on the Right arm in between the shoulder and elbow.

A scout could not gain any more than 6 proficiency badges before gaining a First Class scout badge.

To earn this badge a scout must do the following 

(1) Catch, prepare and cook his fish.

(2) have knowledge of the fish that inhabit the waters of the locality. 

(3) Know the rules concerning the close season and the size of fish allowed to be taken. Explain the courtesy of the riverside. 

(4) Demonstrate how to fit up rod, line and casts.       

(5) Know the sizes of hooks most suitable and show a known ledge of bait. Demonstrate the correct way to use a landing net.

(6) Make a float.