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:1. 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.
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:2. Explain why every skier or snowboarder should be prepared to render first aid in the event of an accident.
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:3. Explain the procedure used to report an accident to the local ski patrol for the area where you usually ski or ride.
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::a. Tell the meaning of the Your Responsibility Code for skiers and snow-boarders. Explain why each rider must follow this code.
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::b. Explain the Smart Style safety program. Tell why it is important and how it applies to skiers and snowboarders in terrain parks and pipes.
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::c. Explain the precautions pertaining to avalanche safety, including the responsibility of individuals regarding avalanche safety.
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::d. Tell the meaning of the Wilderness Use Policy. Explain why each skier and snowboarder must adopt this policy.
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:5. Complete '''all''' of the requirements for ONE of the following options: downhill (Alpine) skiing or cross-country (Nordic) or snowboarding.
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'''3'''. [http://www.nsp.org/ National Ski Patrol] <br>
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'''4a'''. [http://www.nsp.org/1/nsp/Safety_Information/YourResponsibilityCode.asp Your Responsibility Code] <br>
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'''4b'''. [http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Smart_Style Smart Style] <br>
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'''4c'''. [http://www.nsp.org/1/nsp/Safety_Information/BackcountrySafety.asp Avalanche Safety] <br>
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'''4d'''. [http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Wilderness_Use Wilderness Use Policy ] <br>
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'''5a'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/1705_snow-skiing.htm Expertvillage Skiing Videos:] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27371_snow-skiing-bindings.htm Video Lesson: Bindings] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ski_binding Wikipedia International DIN Settings] <br>
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'''5b'''. [http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080211174243AAqkk3m American Teaching System] - [https://www.psia.org/psia_2002/education/core/the_teaching_model_doc.pdf Details] <br>
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'''5c'''. [http://www.nsp.org/ National Ski Patrol] - [http://www.aasi.org/ Am. Assn. of Snowboard Instructors] - [http://www.xcski.org/ Cross Country Ski Areas Assn.] - [http://www.nsaa.org/ National Ski Areas Assn.] - [http://www.usasa.org/ USA Snowboard Assn.] - [http://www.snowlink.com/ Snow Sports Industries America] - [http://www.ussa.org/ US Ski and Snowboard Assn.] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_skiing_topics Other Major Ski Associations] <br>
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'''5d'''. [http://www.skis.com/tips/types-of-skis.php Five types of Alpine skis] <br>
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'''5e'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/66929_skiing-advanced-poling.htm Video Lesson: Conditioning] <br>
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'''5f'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27361_snow-skiing-clothing.htm Video Lesson: Ski Clothing] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27362_snow-skiing-goggles.htm Video Lesson: Goggles] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/102414_snow-ski-step-bindings.htm Stepping into Snow Ski Bindings] <br>
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'''5g'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27369_snow-skiing-lift-tickets.htm Video Lesson: Lift Tickets] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27374_snow-skiing-chair-lift.htm Chairlift Tips] -
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[http://www.expertvillage.com/video/102422_snow-ski-get-off.htm How to Get On a Ski Chair Lift] -
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[http://www.expertvillage.com/video/102421_snow-ski-chair-lift.htm How to Get Off a Ski Chair Lift] <br>
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'''5h'''. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpine_skiing International Trail Marking System] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27368_snow-skiing-trail-maps.htm Video Lesson: Using Trail Maps] <br>
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'''5i'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27373_snow-skiing-get-around.htm Video Lesson: Skiing on level ground] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/102417_snow-ski-stopping.htm Stopping] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27377_snow-skiing-wedge-turn.htm Wedge Turns: Skiing Tips] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/27378_snow-skiing-stem-christi.htm Stem Christi Turns] <br>
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'''5.m'''. [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/66934_skiing-advanced-moguls.htm How to Ski Moguls]
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::f. Present yourself properly clothed and equipped for downhill skiing. Discuss how the clothing you have chosen will keep you warm and protected.
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::a. Show your ability to select, use, and repair, if necessary, the correct equipment for ski touring in safety and comfort.
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*[http://www.scouting.org/boyscouts/resources/20-121.pdf BSA Wilderness Use Policy] A .pdf file
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*[http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/safety/smart-style/ The Smart Style Program] From the National Ski Area Association
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*[http://www.nsc.org/mem/youth/ski/nsaa4.htm Your Responsibility Code] From the National Safety Council
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*[http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/safety/know_the_code.asp Your Responsibility Code] From the National Ski Area Association
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The Your Responsibility Code from the National Safety Council [http://www.nsc.org/mem/youth/ski/nsaa4.htm]
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Revision as of 23:13, October 23, 2012

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Snow Sports merit badge
Status: Elective
Created: 1999
Replaced: Skiing
BSA Advancement ID: 135
Requirements revision: 2007
Latest pamphlet revision: 2007

Contents

“ Skiing and snowboarding are the fastest and most thrilling ways to travel on foot in snow country. These sports also provide the physical benefits of fresh air, rhythmic action, and strenuous exercise. Many games and contests give snow sports variety and added rewards. ”


Snow Sports merit badge requirements

  1. Do the following:
    a. Explain to your counselor the hazards you are most likely to encounter while participating in snow sport activities, and what you should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond to these hazards.
    b. 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.
  2. Do the following:
    a. Explain why every snow sport participant should he prepared to render first aid in the event of an accident.
    b. Explain the procedure used to report an accident to the local ski patrol for the area where you usually ski, ride, or snowshoe.
  3. Explain the international trail-marking system.
  4. Discuss the importance of strength, endurance, and flexibility in snow sports. Demonstrate exercises and activities you can do to get fit for the option you choose in requirement 7.
  5. Present yourself properly clothed and equipped for the option you choose in requirement 7. Discuss how the clothing you have chosen will help keep you warm and protected.
  6. Do EACH of the following:
    a. Tell the meaning of the Your Responsibility Code for skiers, snowboarders, and snowshoers. Explain why each rider must follow this code.
    b. Explain the Smart Style safety program. Tell why it is important and how it applies to participants at snow sport venues like terrain parks and pipes.
    c. Explain the precautions pertaining to avalanche safety, including the responsibility of individuals regarding avalanche safety.
    d. Tell the meaning of the Wilderness Use Policy. Explain why each skier and snowboarder must adopt this policy.
  7. Complete ALL of the requirements for ONE of the following options: downhill (Alpine) skiing OR cross-country (Nordic) OR snowboarding OR snowshoeing.
    Downhill (Alpine) Skiing Option
    a. Show how to use and maintain your own release bindings and explain the use of two others. Explain the international DIN standard and what it means to skiers.
    b. Explain the American Teaching System and a basic snow-skiing progression.
    c. Discuss the five types of Alpine skis. Demonstrate two ways to carry skis and poles safely and easily.
    d. Demonstrate how to ride one kind of lift and explain how to ride two others.
    e. On a gentle slope, demonstrate some of the beginning maneuvers learned in skiing. Include the straight run, gliding wedge, wedge stop, sidestep, and herringbone maneuvers.
    f. On slightly steeper terrain, show linked wedge turns.
    g. On a moderate slope, demonstrate five to 10 christies.
    h. Make a controlled run down an intermediate slope and demonstrate the following:
    1. Short-, medium-, and long-radius parallel turns
    2. A sideslip and safety (hockey) stop to each side
    3. Traverse across a slope
    i. Demonstrate the ability to ski in varied conditions, including changes in pitch, snow conditions, and moguls. Maintain your balance and ability to turn.
    j. Name the major ski organizations in the United States and explain their functions.
    Cross-Country (Nordic) Skiing Option
    a. Show your ability to select, use, and repair, if necessary, the correct equipment for ski touring in safety and comfort.
    b. Discuss classical and telemark skis. Demonstrate two ways to carry skis and poles safely and easily.
    c. Discuss the basic principles of waxing for cross-country ski touring.
    d. Discuss the differences between cross-country skiing, ski touring, ski mountaineering, and downhill skiing.
    e. List the items you would take on a one-day ski tour.
    f. Demonstrate the proper use of a topographic map and compass.
    g. On a gentle, packed slope, show some basic ways to control speed and direction. Include the straight run, traverse, side slip, step turn, wedge stop, and wedge turn maneuvers.
    h. On a cross-country trial, demonstrate effective propulsion by showing proper weight transfer form ski to ski, pole timing, rhythm, flow, and glide.
    i. Demonstrate your ability, on a tour, to cope with an average variety of snow conditions.
    j. Demonstrate several methods of dealing with steep hills or difficult conditions. Include traverses and kick turns going uphill and downhill, sidesteps, pole drag, and ski-pole "glissade."
    Snowboarding Option
    a. Discuss forward-fall injuries.
    b. Show your ability to select the correct equipment for snowboarding and to use it for safety and comfort.
    c. Show how to use and maintain your own bindings, and explain the use of the different binding methods. Explain the need for leashes.
    d. Discuss the four types of snowboards. Demonstrate how to carry a snow-board easily and safely.
    e. Demonstrate how to ride one kind of lift and explain how to ride two others.
    f. Demonstrate the basic principles of waxing a snowboard.
    g. Do the following:
    1. On a gentle slope, demonstrate beginning snowboarding maneuvers. Show basic ways to control speed and direction. Include the side slipping maneuver.
    2. On slightly steeper terrain, show traversing.
    h. On a moderate slope, demonstrate an ollie, a nose-end grab, and a wheelie.
    i. Make a controlled run down an intermediate slope and demonstrate the following:
    1. Skidded, carved, and jump turns
    2. Stops
    3. Riding fakie
    j. Demonstrate your ability to ride in varied conditions, including changes in pitch, snow conditions, and moguls. Maintain your balance and ability to turn.
    k. Name the major snowboarding organizations in the United States and explain their functions.
    Snowshoeing Option
    a. Name the parts of a snowshoe.
    b. Explain how to choose the correct size of snowshoe.
    c. Describe the different types of snowshoes and their specialized uses. Discuss factors to consider when choosing a snowshoe.
    d. Explain how to properly care for and maintain snowshoes.
    e. Describe how to make an emergency snowshoe.
    f. Describe areas that are best for snowshoeing. Discuss some advantages and dangers of backcountry snowshoeing.
    g. Discuss the benefits of snowshoeing.
    h. Demonstrate the most efficient ways to break trail, climb uphill, travel downhill and traverse a slope.
    i. Take a two-mile snowshoe hike with a buddy or your troop.
    j. Demonstrate your ability, on a hike, to cope with an average variety of snow conditions.


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Notes

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Requirement resources

1-2. First Aid Resources:

3. National Ski Patrol
4a. Your Responsibility Code
4b. Smart Style
4c. Avalanche Safety
4d. Wilderness Use Policy
5a. Expertvillage Skiing Videos: - Video Lesson: Bindings - Wikipedia International DIN Settings
5b. American Teaching System - Details
5c. National Ski Patrol - Am. Assn. of Snowboard Instructors - Cross Country Ski Areas Assn. - National Ski Areas Assn. - USA Snowboard Assn. - Snow Sports Industries America - US Ski and Snowboard Assn. - Other Major Ski Associations
5d. Five types of Alpine skis
5e. Video Lesson: Conditioning
5f. Video Lesson: Ski Clothing - Video Lesson: Goggles - Stepping into Snow Ski Bindings
5g. Video Lesson: Lift Tickets - Chairlift Tips - How to Get On a Ski Chair Lift - How to Get Off a Ski Chair Lift
5h. International Trail Marking System - Video Lesson: Using Trail Maps
5i. Video Lesson: Skiing on level ground - Stopping - Wedge Turns: Skiing Tips - Stem Christi Turns
5.m. How to Ski Moguls

Related awards

Sports-related awards


See also

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General Merit Badge information


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