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 Part #1: ▪ Learn the proper use of climbing equipment. ▪ Explanation of the classification system used for rock climbing. ▪ Explanation of the three types of climbing. (Top Rope, Bouldering, Lead Climbing) ▪ Learn how to tie into the rope properly as the climber using a figure eight follow-through. ▪ Learn the verbal signals used by the climber and the belayer. ▪ Learn the ABC's of climbing safety ▪ Learn how to properly set up a belay station. ▪ Learn belaying and lowering techniques.
Part #2: ▪ The focus of this portion is to instruct the scouts on proper rappelling technique. ▪ Review belay techniques. ▪ Learn how to set up a rope to rappel. ▪ Learn how to secure the rappelling rope to the climbing harness. ▪ Go over how to lower oneself by rappelling.
Part #3: ▪ Advanced knot tying and rope management. With comprehensive exercises, the scouts then practice their climbing, belaying, rappelling, and rope management skills at our state-of-the-art facility. ▪ The scouts must successfully pass a belay test. ▪ Learn four different knots used in climbing and demonstrate the ability to tie each one. ▪ Figure eight on a bight ▪ Figure eight follow-through ▪ Water knot ▪ Double fisherman's knot ▪ Learn the types of ropes used for climbing, rope care, and proper storage. ▪ Practice all the climbing safety techniques required for the Climbing Merit Badge.
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