Snowshoeing - Advanced
Requirements
1. Complete the Snowshoeing Honor.
2. Identify and explain three types of snowshoes by their intended use.
3. Using one of the following, create a presentation that describes the origin and history of snowshoeing, including the use among native American peoples. List all sources used.
- a. Electronic presentation
- b. Bulletin board/presentation board display
- c. Verbal presentation
- d. Written report (minimum of one-page)
4. Review the basics of Snowshoeing safety as outlined in the Snowshoeing Honor.
5. Do one of the following:
- a. Make a pair of functional “survival snowshoes” out of native and first aid materials that would likely be available to you in a survival environment.
- b. Make a traditional set of functional snowshoes from natural and/or synthetic materials.
6. Successfully complete two three-mile snowshoe hikes. Make a detailed report describing the approximate depth and condition of the snow, plants and animals, and the approximate speed at which you traveled.
7. After one of your hikes, write a paragraph exploring the spiritual dimensions of snow. Be sure to include at least three Scriptural references to snow.
Answer key & resources
In other territories
The equivalent honor approved by other authorities, with its own requirements:
Master awards
This honor counts toward:
Investiture Achievement
This honor is required, suggested or listed as an option in:
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