Second Class Rank Requirements

Questions and Answers

What must a scout participate in to meet the Second Class rank requirement?

All activities must be held on weekends

Five separate troop/patrol activities (correct)

At least one activity must involve a campfire

Three activities must be indoors

What are the principles of Leave No Trace?

Plan ahead and prepare, Travel and camp on durable surfaces, Dispose of waste properly, Leave what you find, Minimize campfire effects, Respect wildlife, Be considerate of other visitors.

What factors should be considered when choosing a patrol site for camping?

It should be easy on the land, use established campsites, and avoid harming surfaces.

When is it appropriate to use a campfire?

Campfires should be used when following Leave No Trace guidelines for cooking or gathering. Signup and view all the answers

Use the tools listed in Tenderfoot requirement 3d to prepare ______, kindling, and fuel wood for a cooking fire.

tinder Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after lighting a fire using tinder, kindling, and fuel wood?

Allow the flames to burn safely for at least two minutes, then extinguish the fire safely. Signup and view all the answers

When should you use a lightweight stove?

Use it for cooking meals when a campfire is not feasible or allowed. Signup and view all the answers

What is one requirement for planning a hot meal on a campout?

Select foods from MyPlate or the current USDA nutritional model. Signup and view all the answers

What knot should you demonstrate tying?

Sheet bend knot. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to demonstrate your understanding of map reading?

Explain how to orient a map and identify five map symbols. Signup and view all the answers

How far must you hike or bike using a compass and map?

5 miles on foot or 10 miles by bike. Signup and view all the answers

What are some hazards you might encounter while hiking?

Slips, trips, falls, wildlife encounters, dehydration. Signup and view all the answers

How can you determine directions without a compass?

Use landmarks, the position of the sun, or the stars. Signup and view all the answers

What should you identify or show evidence of during a hike?

At least 10 kinds of wild animals. Signup and view all the answers

What precautions must be taken for a safe swim?

Always swim with a buddy, check water conditions, and follow rules. Signup and view all the answers

What skills must you demonstrate to pass the BSA beginner test?

Jump feet first into water over your head, swim 25 feet, stop, turn, and return. Signup and view all the answers

What methods should you demonstrate for water rescue?

Reaching with your arm/leg, suitable object, and throwing lines/objects. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Troop/Patrol Activities

Participate in five different troop/patrol activities, with a minimum of three outdoor events.
Two of the outdoor activities must include overnight camping.
Campouts require spending the night in a tent or structure that you helped build, such as a lean-to or snow cave.

Leave No Trace Principles

Key principles include planning ahead, traveling on durable surfaces, proper waste disposal, leaving nature intact, minimizing campfire impact, respecting wildlife, and being considerate to other visitors.
Practicing these principles involves actions like cleaning up trash and using established trails.

Selecting a Patrol Site

Choose a patrol site that minimizes environmental impact and adhere to established campsites.
If moving natural items, replace them in their original positions when leaving.

Fire Usage in Camping

Fires serve as a communal gathering point but must comply with Leave No Trace guidelines for appropriate use.

Fire Preparation Skills

Use tools to prepare necessary materials for cooking fires, including tinder, kindling, and fuel wood.

Fire Demonstration

At an approved outdoor site, build and light a fire using prepared materials, ensuring safety during and after the demonstration.

Stove Usage

Understand when to utilize lightweight or propane stoves, including safety procedures for both types during cooking.

Healthy Cooking

Plan and cook a nutritional hot meal based on USDA guidelines, recognizing the importance of nutrition for maintaining health and energy.

Knot Tying Skills

Demonstrate the sheet bend and bowline knots, providing practical scenarios for each knot's application.

Learn how to use a compass and orient a map, identifying and explaining the meaning of five map symbols.

Hike Requirements

Complete a 5-mile hike (or 10-mile bike ride) using a compass and map, with prior approval from an adult leader.

Safety Awareness

Recognize potential hazards on hikes and establish preventive measures to ensure safety.

Direction Finding

Demonstrate methods for finding directions both during the day and at night without a compass or electronic devices.

Wildlife Identification

Identify evidence of at least ten local wildlife species through tracks, signs, or photographs.

Swim Safety Guidelines

Explain necessary precautions to ensure safe swimming practices.

Swimming Skills

Pass the BSA beginner swimming test by demonstrating specific swimming techniques including jumping, swimming distance, and sharp turns.

Water Rescue Techniques

Demonstrate various water rescue methods, including reaching with limbs, suitable objects, and throwing lines.

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