Knots
Explain when it's used and demonstrate how to tie a square knot.
It's used to join two ropes of the same size.
Explain how to care for simple cuts and scrapes.
Wash with soap and water, ask about allergies, apply ointment, and cover with a sterile dressing.
Explain the importance of eating as a patrol.
Eating together builds friendships within the patrol.
Where do put Red Fred?
In the shed.
What is the Scout Oath?
Recite
Explain when it's used and demonstrate how to tie two half hitches.
It's used to tie guy lines onto a dining fly.
Explain how to care for blisters.
Don't pop it. Cover it with moleskin slightly larger than the area, using several layers if necessary.
Explain the 3 bin wash system?
Fill the first bin with hot, soapy water; the second bin with warm, rinse water; the third with cold, bleach water.
What does dark green mean on a map?
Dense vegetation
What is the Scout Law?
Recite
Explain when it's used and demonstrate how to tie a taut-line hitch.
It's used to stake out the guy lines of your tent or dining fly.
Explain how to care for minor burns.
Put the injured area under cold water or apply cool, wet compresses until the pain subsides.
What are the 3 types wood needed for a cooking fire.
Tinder - catches fire easily and burns fast
Kindling - dead twigs no thicker than a pencil
Fuel wood - downed wood up to as thick as your wrist
What is the most common poisonous plant in Michigan?
Poison Ivy
Who was the most recent Eagle Scout?
Jonathon Casler
Explain when it's used and demonstrate how to tie a bowline.
It's called the survival knot but it's also used to secure guy lines through grommets on a tent and/or dining fly.
Explain how to care for frostbite.
Move the victim into a shelter and rewarm the injury by placing it in warm water until the normal color returns.
Explain the procedures to follow in the safe handling of food.
Put perishable food in a cooler with ice and store dry food on the trailer.
What is the Outdoor Code.
Clean. Careful. Considerate. Conservation Minded.
What is the Troop motto?
If you're not 10 minutes early, you're late.
Explain when it's used and demonstrate how to tie a sheet bend knot.
It's used to tie two ropes of different sizes together.
Explain how to care for heat exhaustion.
Have the victim lie in a cool, shady place with their feet raised. Cool the victim by applying wet cloths and fanning them. Encourage them to drink water.
How to you clean the griddle top?
While the griddle is still hot, pour warm water on it and scrub the food off using tongs and a scrubber. Dry it off before using paper towel to apply a layer of oil to the entire surface.
How do you find directions during the day?
Watch method. Shadow-stick method. Equal-length shadow method.
What is the Troop slogan?
Many hands make light work.