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Discuss winter sports safety, and show that you know first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while skiing or riding, including hypothermia, frostbite, shock, dehydration, sunburn, fractures, bruises, sprains, and strains. Tell how to apply splints.
- Snow Sports Merit Badge
View current Snow Sports Merit Badge requirements and...
- Winter Activity Safety
SUMMARY There is magic to camping in winter. It is one of...
- Snow Sports Merit Badge
View current Snow Sports Merit Badge requirements and resources from the official Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge Hub.
Scouts learn to plan and execute winter sports activities safely while working on the Snow Sports merit badge. The requirements for this merit badge can be completed by doing alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snow boarding, or snowshoeing.
SUMMARY There is magic to camping in winter. It is one of the most challenging outdoor adventures. However, potentially extreme weather conditions, cold temperatures, and unique hazards associated with outdoor winter activities require careful planning to ensure safety. GENERAL INFORMATION Keeping warm is the most important part of cold-weather camping and outdoor activities. Use the […]
Explain the procedure used to report an accident to the local ski patrol for the area where you usually ski, ride, or snowshoe. Explain the international trail-marking system. Discuss the importance of strength, endurance, and flexibility in snow sports.
Requirements for the Snow Sports merit badge: Discuss first aid and prevention for the types of injuries or illnesses that could occur while participating in snow sports, including hypothermia, frostbite, shock, dehydration, sunburn, fractures, bruises, sprains, and strains. Tell how to apply splints.
The BSA has adopted the following policies for the safety and well-being of its members. These policies primarily protect youth members; however, they also serve