Observer

JH-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH 1 Tracker)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability in basic observations, memory and coming to conclusion from what he has observed

1. Remember 24 out of 30 well assorted articles in Kim’s Game, after one minute’s observation. Test to be performed twice running with different articles and each article to be adequately described.

2. Recognise 8 out of 10 simple sounds by hearing alone

3. Follow two simple nature trails each of half a mile length and each containing between 20 to 30 signs made of natural material. Test to be performed in terrain with which the Scout is unfamiliar and, if possible, in varying weather conditions.

4. Give accurate account of an incident lasting not less than a minute and involving at least three persons. This report oral or written must include a full description of one of the persons involved, selected by the examiner.

5. Make three plaster casts of tracks of an animal, a bird, and a vehicle. All casts to be taken unaided and correctly labeled with date and place of making.