Historic Trails & 50 miler Awards Applications
 

For more information go to:  http://www.scouting.org/Awards/HornadayAwards.aspx*FOT complete requirements, see the William T. Hornaday Awards application, No. 21-107.

Interpreter Strip (UNIFORM AND INSIGNIA WORN CENTERED ABOVE "BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA" STRIP) Boys and adults may wear this strip if they show their knowledge of a foreign language or the sign language for the hearing impaired by: 1. Carrying on a five-minute conversation in this language. 2. Translating a two-minute speech or address. 3. Writing a letter in the language. * 4. Translating 200 words from the written word."Does not apply for sign language.

 

Paul Bunyan Woodsman (TRAIL PACK OR BLANKET EMBLEM) Study the Boy Scout Handbook and the Camping merit badge pamphlet, and demonstrate to your Scoutmaster or other qualified person the following: 1. Show that you have earned the Totin' Chip. 2. Help a Scout or patrol earn the Totin' Chip, and demonstrate to him (them) the value of proper woods-tools use on a troop camping trip. 3. With official approval and supervision, do ONE of the following: (a) Clear trails or fire lanes for two hours. (b) Trim a downed tree, cut into four-foot lengths, and stack; make a brush with branches. (c) Build a natural retaining wall or irrigation way to aid in a planned conservation effort.

 

Leave No Trace Achievement Award Brochure SCOUT REQUIREMENTS 1. Recite and explain in your own words the principles of Leave No Trace, and discuss how an ethical guideline differs from a rule. 2. On three separate camping trips with your troop or team, demonstrate and practice the Leave No Trace skills appropriate to the trip. 3. Earn the Camping and Environmental Science merit badges. 4. Participate in a Leave No Trace-related service project that reduces or rehabilitates recreational impacts. Discuss with your troop or team which recreational impacts were involved with the project. 5. Give a 10-minute presentation on a Leave No Trace topic approved by your unit leader to a Scouting unit or other interested group. 6. Teach a Leave No Trace-related skill to a Scouting unit or other interested group.

 

BSA Lifeguard BSA Lifeguard Application (click here) REQUIREMENTS 1. Age Requirement. To enroll in the BSA Lifeguard course, you must either be at least 14 years of age or have completed the eighth grade. 2. Prerequisites. To enroll in the BSA Lifeguard course, you must:   (a) Swim 400 yards: Jump feet first into water over your head and swim continuously, in a strong manner, 400 yards. The 400 yards shall include at least 50 yards each of the elementary backstroke, the breaststroke, the sidestroke, and either the crawl or trudgen.   (b) Surface dive: Perform both a feet-first and a head-first (luck or pike) surface dive in 8 to 10 feet of water, and recover a lO-pound weight on each dive.   (c) Demonstrate the ability to rest by floating.   (d) Perform a long, shallow dive. 3. Aquatics Skills. Perform each of the following aquatics skills:   (a) Perform a long, shallow dive into deep water and swim an approach stroke 25 yards in 20 seconds or less.   (b) Throw a line for accuracy 10 yards, three times in 1 minute. The line may be weighted, unweighted, or attached to a ring buoy.   (c) Perform a rescue of a swimmer using a watercraft common to your area. Explain how other watercraft can be used to perform a rescue. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of different craft in making rescues.   (d) Perform each of the following rescues with the aid of a rescue tube:     (1) Perform a swimming extension rescue. Using a front approach, swim with the rescue tube 15 yards to a distressed swimmer, extend the rescue tube to the victim, have the victim grasp it, and tow the victim back to the starting point in the water.     (2) Perform an active drowning victim rear rescue. Using a rear approach, swim with a rescue tube] 5 yards to a conscious/ active but not struggling victim. Place the victim on the tube by using a "scooping" technique and tow the victim back to the starting point.     (3) Perform a passive drowning victim rear rescue. Using a rear approach, swim with the rescue tube 15 yards to facedown victim; squeeze the rescue tube between your chest and the victim's back, roll the victim face up and tow the victim back to the starting point in the water.     (4) Passive drowning victim front approach. Approach a facedown, unconscious victim from the front. Reaching across the rescue tube, grasp the victim's wrist and rotate the victim into the rescue tube. Clamp the victim to the tube with your other arm and tow the victim back to the starting point.     (5) Perform a submerged victim rescue. Approach until you are over the victim and do a feet first surface dive. Using the rescue tube between your chest and the victim's back, move the victim to the starting point.   (e) Perform a swimming rescue of a distressed or active victim  using a flotation aid other than a rescue tube. Demonstrate an appropriate entry and approach stroke for 15 yards and then tow the victim to the starting point.   (f) Perform a stride jump into water at least 9 feet deep, swim 15 yards to an unconscious victim, use a front surface approach, position the victim for a wrist tow, and use a wrist tow to return the victim to the starting point in the water.   (g) Perform a long, shallow dive into water at least 9 feet deep, swim 15 yards to beyond the victim, position the victim in either position the victim either a single- or double armpit tow, and tow the victim to the starting point in the water. (h) Perform a compact jump into water at least 9 feet deep; using a rear approach, swim 15 yards to an active victim, contact  the victim and level the victim using a single- or double-armpit tow, position the victim in a cross-chest carry, and return the victim to the starting point in the water. (i) Perform the following defense and escapes:      (1) Wrist-grip escape      (2) Rear head-hold escape      (3) Front head-hold escape (j) Remove the victim from the water using each of the following techniques, in the appropriate circumstances:      (1) Lift from the water using a backboard and two lifeguards      (2) Walking assist      (3) Beach drag (k) Perform an ease-in entry in shallow water and approach a victim who is facedown on the surface and simulating a spinal injury. Turn the victim to a face up position and support the victim at the surface. (I) Perform an ease-in entry in deep water and approach a victim  who is floating facedown on the surface and simulating a spinal injury. With a rescue tube, turn the victim to a face up position and, maintaining contact, swim with the victim to a corner of the pool or the shallow end of the pool. Repeat without a rescue tube. (m) As a team member, participate in a back boarding procedure in shallow water. (n) Demonstrate the proper use of mask, snorkel, and fins.  4. First Aid and CPR   (a) Show evidence of the ability to perform the skills and knowledge of basic first aid. (b) Show knowledge of the procedures for the universal precautions for blood borne pathogens. (c) Hold current certification in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or the National Safety Council. 5. Examination. Demonstrate an understanding of aquatics program and emergency management skills by correctly answering 80 percent of the questions in a written or oral exam on theory and knowledge (standard BSA Lifeguard examination). 6. Supervised Life guarding. Serve as a lifeguard, under supervision, for at least two swimming activities (2 to 3 hours total).

Snorkeling BSA    SWIM TRUNKS EMBLEM - The Snorkeling, BSA Patch is NOT worn on the Uniform.  It is worn on the left side of the swim trunks. Before doing other requirements, successfully complete the BSA swimmer test: Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. Discuss the importance of using the buddy system at all times while snorkeling and list duties of a buddy, beginning with equipment checks. Explain the function, fit, and selection of mask, fins, and snorkel. Discuss the use of inflatable flotation vests and PFD’s when snorkeling in open water. In confined, shallow water (about waist deep), demonstrate use of mask and snorkel: Show how to prevent the mask from fogging and how to equalize pressure in mask, ears, and sinus cavities. With your head underwater, flood the mask, observe the effect on your vision, surface, and drain the water from the mask. With your face in the water, breathe through the snorkel. Then submerge, surface, clear water from the snorkel, and resume free breathing without removing the snorkel from your mouth. In confined, shallow water, demonstrate the use of swim fins: Do first using only fins, and then repeat with a mask and snorkel. Fit and adjust fins to feet. Walk with fins as if entering from a beach. Swim at the surface (10 yards) and underwater (three yards) using the flutter kick. Control direction without using hands while swimming with fins at the surface and underwater. In confined, deep water (six to 12 feet), demonstrate: Proper techniques for entering and exiting the water with snorkeling equipment from a dock or boat. Headfirst and feetfirst surface dives, including proper body position for safe ascent and descent. Show knowledge of snorkeling signals: Demonstrate divers’ signs and signals, both audible and visual, for use at the surface and underwater. Set out a diver down flag and explain its function. In clear, confined water eight to 12 feet deep that has a firm bottom, while swimming with a buddy, use mask, fins, and snorkel to locate and recover an object from the bottom. Demonstrate basic survival skills: Float facedown for five minutes while breathing through a snorkel with a minimum of movement. Demonstrate survival floating for five minutes without use of a snorkel. Using fins, show how to tow an exhausted or unconscious buddy to safety. Review and explain the eight points of Safe Swim Defense and BSA Snorkeling Safety. Explain training, preparations, and precautions required for snorkeling in open water. Explain environmental factors that affect snorkeling and discuss special precautions needed for oceans, streams, and lakes. Explain pressure, buoyancy, and submerged optics and acoustics related to snorkel swimming and diving. Discuss the effects of submersion on the body and how to handle potentially dangerous situations: What is hyperventilation and how is it avoided? What are the symptoms and consequences of hypothermia? Why is CPR training recommended for those participating in swimming and snorkeling activities? The eight points of BSA Snorkeling Safety are:: Qualified Supervision Physical Fitness Safe Area Proper Equipment Qualified Lifeguards / Lookout Ability Buddy System Discipline The application for the Snorkeling BSA patch is contained within Snorkeling Safety (Publication No. 19-176B) which can be downloaded from BSA's web site.

Mile Swim   Explain how regular exercise contributes to good health and why swimming is one of the best forms of exercise. Tell what precautions and procedures a swimmer and escort must follow for distance swimming over open water. Under the supervision of a currently qualified certified aquatics instructor, BSA, or equivalent, participate in four hours of �training and preparation for distance swimming (one hour a day maximum). Swim one mile (1,600 meters) over an approved, measured course. Note: Swim trunks emblem only.

Scuba BSA                                                                SWIM TRUNKS EMBLEM - The Scuba BSA Patch is NOT worn on the Uniform. - It is worn on the left side of the swim trunks. Requirements Before doing other requirements, successfully complete the BSA swimmer test. To begin the test, jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. Discuss the importance of using the buddy system at all times while scuba diving. Explain that a dive buddy is there to assist with the donning and doffing of equipment, to lend assistance in case of emergency and to share in the underwater experience. Remember, always dive with a buddy — Never dive alone! Review hazards associated with scuba diving, including causes of decompression incidents, and safety procedures to avoid them. Explain the importance of never using scuba equipment unless you are enrolled in a training exercise, or have completed a diver certification program, taught by a certified instructor. By the end of a Water Skills Development session, the participants will be able to meet the following requirements in clear, confined water: State the purpose of the following pieces of basic diving equipment: mask, fins, BCD, BCD inflator, regulator, air gauge and alternate air source. Describe how to locate the air gauge, and explain how to recognize the “caution zone” on it. Don and adjust mask, fins, snorkel, BCD, scuba, and weights with the assistance of a buddy, instructor, or certified assistant. While underwater, demonstrate and recognize the following hand signals: Okay?/Okay!; Stop; Up; Down; Out of air; Come here; Ear problem; Slow down/Take it easy; Something is wrong; Watch me; Check your air supply. Inflate/deflate a BCD at the surface using the low pressure inflator. In shallow water, demonstrate proper compressed air breathing habits; remembering to breathe naturally and not hold the breath. Clear the regulator while underwater using both exhalation and purge-button methods and resume normal breathing from it. In shallow water, recover a regulator hose from behind the shoulder while underwater. In shallow water, clear a partially flooded mask while underwater. Swim underwater with scuba equipment while maintaining control of both direction and depth, properly equalizing the ears and mask to accommodate depth changes. While underwater, locate and read submersible pressure gauge and signal whether the air supply is adequate or low based on the gauge’s caution zone. In shallow water, breathe underwater for at least 30 seconds from an alternate air source supplied by the instructor. Demonstrate the techniques for a proper ascent. *The counselor for Scuba BSA must hold an instructor rating and be in current teaching status with PADI, NAUI, SSI or other member of the RSTC in accordance with BSA scuba policies. Instruction must meet the minimum training standards for introductory scuba experiences set by the RSTC and guidelines provided in the Scuba BSA Brochure, No. 13-971. BSA scuba policies are provided in that brochure and also in the Guide to Safe Scouting. These are the  requirements as they appear in "Snorkeling Safety" (Publication No. 19-176B)

Kayaking BSA Requirements Before fulfilling the following requirements, successfully complete the BSA swimmer test. Do the following: Describe various types of kayaks and how they differ in design, materials, and purpose. Name the parts of the kayak you are using for this exercise. Demonstrate how to choose an appropriately sized kayak paddle and how to position your hands. Do the following: Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe trip afloat. Demonstrate how to select and properly fit a PFD. Explain the importance of safety equipment such as PFDs, air bags, grab loops, and helmets. Demonstrate your ability to aid yourself and others in the event of a capsize: Capsize your kayak in water at least seven feet deep, perform a wet exit if necessary, and swim the boat to shore. With assistance, if needed, ready the capsized craft for use. Show how to approach a capsized paddler in your kayak and tow him to shore. While upright in your kayak, right a capsized kayak, empty it of water, and assist the paddler aboard without returning to shore. As a solo paddler, demonstrate the following: Entering and launching a kayak from shore or dock Landing or docking and exiting a kayak Forward stroke Sweep stroke Reverse sweep Draw stroke Rudder stroke Back stroke As a solo paddler, do the following: Paddle forward in a reasonably straight line. Move the kayak sideways to the right and to the left. Pivot 360 degrees to the right and left. Stop the kayak.