Fig. 1: Pionee-G-Front
- Embroidery: Cotton thread
- Border: Merrowed
Fig. 2: Pionee-G-Reverse
- Back: Starched cloth
Item Name: Pioneering 1969 - 1972
Item ID: Pionee-G
Collector Rating: 1
Pamphlets Used to Earn this Badge
Requirements December 1966 until June 1972
1. Build a ropemaking machine. Using heavy twine or other light line, make a 6-foot rope 1/4 inch or more in diameter. Whip the ends to prevent fraying.
2. Hand coil a length of rope. Describe:
(a) Kinds of rope.
(b) Care of rope.
(c) Weakening effect of knots.
3. Tie 12 knots and hitches and explain in detail how to use them in pioneering.
4. Make a short splice, end splice, and eye splice.
5. Make and demonstrate one device for moving heavy logs, rocks, etc., using rope and natural materials; OR using rope, build a conveyor cable system for hauling materials over a ravine or up a steep hillside.
6. Following an approved design and using square, diagonal, and shear lashings, build one of the following: log bridge, signal tower, monkey bridge, shelter, or raft.* Dismantle after use and inspection.
* This project may be done in a camp pioneering area to void cutting live trees. Such trees should never be used without permission of the property owners. Assistance of another Scout in handling larger logs or poles is permissible.