Badges

This section identifies the badge requirements which can be achieved by participation in the Emlyn Trophy.

Activity Badges

Camper

1.Camp under canvas as a Scout for at least 15 nights. (2 nights count at Emlyn)

3.Plan a full menu for a weekend camp. Cook a full meal from it over an open fire.

4.Show that you understand the importance of being safe and tidy in camp.

5.Show that you understand and can act on the importance of hygiene at camp, this includes the storage of food.

6.Learn how to dispose of your rubbish safely and responsibly.

7.Construct two useful camp gadgets, such as a camp larder, altar fire, flagpole or a camp gate.

8.Find out what to look for when choosing a campsite and in deciding the best position to pitch tents.

9.Lead a group of Scouts in the pitching, striking and packing of a four to six-person tent.

Chef

1.Plan a menu for a weekend event for between four and six people.  Include the quantities you’ll need and any dietary needs of the group for cultural, religious or medical reasons.

3. Show how to store food properly, hygienically and in ways that prevent food poisoning.

4. Cook and serve at least one of the meals from your menu.  The meal must be at least two courses and can be prepared on an open fire on camp or in a kitchen.

5. Demonstrate the best way to clear up afterwards.  Clearing up should include washing up utensils, pots and pans, disposing of rubbish and leftover food in a way that prevents vermin or disease.

Nights Away

2 nights count at Emlyn Trophy towards Nights Away

Pioneer 

1.As a member of a group, take part in:

a. an outdoor pioneering project, like building a monkey bridge, a raft or parallel runway

2.Show the correct way to do these:

b. being safe in pioneering projects. Explain why it’s important.

Challenge Awards

Scouts Skills Challenge Award

4. Learn and use at least five of these skills:

b. Cook and serve a two-course meal, for at least four people

e. Wash up after a meal, making sure everything is clean and dry

Scouts Creative Challenge Award

6. Take part in a performance.

Scouts Outdoor Challenge Award

1. Take an active part in at least eight nights away as a Scout. (Emlyn counts for two nights)

2. With others, pitch and strike your tent.

3. Lead, or help to lead, a group of Scouts to set up a well-organised site.

4. Prepare and light an open fire or set up a suitable stove.

7. Using knots that you have learned, build a simple pioneering project, object or camp gadget.

8. Explore the environment of your camp and make sure you know where everything is.

10. Show how to use an axe, saw or knife safely.

11. Complete at least four of these tasks:

a.Cook a backwoods meal with the group.

b.Lead the cooking of a meal for the group.

c.Take part in a campfire or other entertainment.

e. Working with others, successfully complete a two-hour activity or project.

f. Plan a balanced menu for a short camp.

Scouts Teamwork Challenge Award

1. On at least three separate occasions, be part of a Scout team, where you work together to achieve a goal. (Emlyn counts for one of these)

4. Take an active part in at least four Troop or Patrol Forums. (The Patrol Leader attends one Patrol Leader forum at Emlyn)

Scouts Team Leader Challenge Award

1.Successfully lead a Scout team at a camp or all day event. (The Patrol Leader achieves this)

2.Represent the views of other Scouts. (The Patrol Leader attends one Patrol Leader forum at Emlyn)