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Baden Powell Award Guidelines

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Produced by Rodney Abson - Cheryl Perkins

Murray Midlands Region Rover Council

2003

Method A Method B

Victorian Branch Rover Council B.P. Award Guidelines 2

BP AWARD GUIDELINES

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Page Table of contents………………………………………………………….…….2 Introduction……………………………………………………………………..3 Baden Powell Award …….………………………………….……………….…4 Rover Section Award Scheme Flow Chart………………………………….…..5 Individual Role……………………………………………………………….…6 Crew Role ………………………………………………………………………6 Region Role…………………………………………………………………..…6 Interview Panel……………………………………………….…………………7 Branch Role……………………………………………………………………..7 How to determine an appropriate standard?………………….…………………7 Why would a badge be not accepted by Region?………………………….……7 The Appeal Process……………………………………………………….….…8 Where do I get the Rover Record book, badges, epaulettes and who grants them?……………………………………………………………………….…...8 The presentation of the BP Award…………………………………………..….8 Rover Skills Badge………………………………………………………..……10 Method A- The Service Badge………………………………………………...…….11 The Scoutcraft Badge……………………………………………..…….13 The Rambler’s Badge……………………………………………..…….14 The Project Badge………………..…………………….…………..…...16 Method B………………………………………………………………….……18 The Spiritual Development Badge…………………………………..….19

The Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge…………….….….20 The Social Development Badge………………………………….…..….21

The Physical Development Badge………………………………...…….22 Conclusion………………………………………………………………...…….23 Acknowledgements………………………………………………………..……23 Appendices

1. Useful Resources and Web Sites…………………….…………...…..24 2. Badge Application Form…………………………………………..…25 3. BP Award Nomination Form………………………………………...26 4. Minimum Impact Camping and Hiking Guidelines………….……....27

5. Risk Assessment……………………………………………………...29


BP Guidelines Introduction: This document was initially prepared by the Murray Midlands Region Rovers (Victoria) as a guide for Rovers looking to do the Baden Powell Award. This was then taken to the Victorian Branch Rover Council and endorsed as a Victorian document. It is hoped that by reading through this document, you will be able to gain an insight into why you may do your BP; what you would get out of it; what’s expected from yourself, and other people involved in Rovers; and some examples of the expectations of standards in achieving this award. It is best to use this document in conjunction with the Rover Record Book*, and the advice of your fellow Rovers and Rover Advisors and Commissioners (see Appendix 1 for Useful Resources and Web Sites). These are guidelines, and should be read that way, not to be looked upon as ‘rules’. Don’t forget the objectives of the BP Award when assessing the badges. The BP is the highest standard of award within the Scouting Movement. Any Rover can do the Rover BP award, and it is flexible to account for each individual’s interests, strengths and weaknesses. This must be a personal self-improvement challenge, and each applicant must be judged on his or her own ability. Potentially, you could have 8 years in Rovers, and can do your BP at any age, so long as you finish everything by the time of your 26th birthday. This also means that you have a lot of time to be able to do a thorough job of the badges. Remember, you only have one opportunity to do your BP, so don’t sell yourself short. You may choose to only complete one or more of the badges, but must complete all five to earn the BP Award. In choosing to do your BP, you will have opportunity to learn much more than simply what is set out in the Rover Record Book, in terms of making friends and contacts, getting outdoors, time and resource management, and it should be very enjoyable too! Have fun, and good luck! * Points made in Italics have been taken directly from the Rover Record Book.


Baden Powell Award The process to earn your Baden Powell Award consists of:

1. Be an invested Rover. 2. Have gained the Rover Skills Badge (Can be gained prior to

investiture) 3. Complete the four badges in either Method A: Service Badge Scoutcraft Badge Project Badge Ramblers Badge Method B: Spiritual Development Badge Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge Social Development Badge Physical Development Badge The Rover can’t interchange Method A and Method B ie: you either do one or the other. 4. Be recommended by Rover Crew. 5. Have completed award components presented to Region Rover

Council (RRC). 6. Have personal interview with panel of Assistant Region

Commissioner Rovers (ARC) & RRC members. 7. Be recommended by the ARC & RRC for granting of the Baden-

Powell Scout Award. 8. Recommendation noted by Branch Commissioner Rovers. 9. When items 1-8 are successfully completed the Branch Rover

Council will recommend to the Branch Chief Commissioner (or representative) that the Baden-Powell Scout award be granted.


THE ROVER SECTION AWARD SCHEME FLOW CHART Rover decides todo a BP badge

Rover submits“BP Award

proposal form” tocrew

Approved byCrew

Rover submits“BP Award

proposal form” toRegion

Approved byRegion

Yes

RoverCommences

Badge

Progress reportsto the crew

(note: x3 requiredfor project badge)

Final Presentationto Crew

Approved byCrew

Rover PresentsBadge to Region

Approved byRegion

Yes

Yes

Yes

Rover informedabout reasons for

Non-Approval

Badge Presented

Rover seeksadvice. (ie Crew,

RA, Region, ARC)

No

No

Changes made asRecommended

Changes made asRecommended

Rover seeksadvice. (ie Crew,

RA, Region, ARC)

Rover informedabout reasons for

Non-ApprovalNo

No


Individual Role § The Rover must critically analyse themselves in regard to their own

skills and interests, and whether their badge proposal is a personal challenge.

§ The Rover needs to ensure they keep their own records of work completed (see Appendix 2 Badge Application Form, and Appendix 3 BP Award Nomination Form).

§ All records and paperwork need to be submitted to a RRC or executive member (not in their own Crew) before the Rover’s 26th birthday.

Crew Role § The Rover in consultation with the Crew and any necessary examiners

will set the standard, suitable to the individual person and badge requirements.

§ The Crew knows its own members and the Crew’s job is to support the applicant throughout the BP Award process.

§ Branch policy states that an individual must approach the Crew and Region before starting a badge. The application should include standards and ideas so that the Region is fully aware of the intentions of the applicant.

§ Once the Badge is completed, and the Crew approves the standard, it then goes to Region for further approval.

§ The voting upon a badge should be conducted at a business meeting, with approval being determined by the majority of Rovers present and voting. This should be appropriately documented for future reference.

§ The Rover submitting a BP application to the Region should preferably be present at the RRC meeting in order to answer any questions about the application. When this is not possible, the Crew can send representatives on behalf of the Rover to present the application to the RRC.

§ The Rover must attend the RRC meeting when the completed BP award is being submitted.

Region Role § Region needs to ensure that the Crew has set the appropriate standard

for individual Crew members. § Region needs to work along side the Crew. § The Region is made up of several Crews in order to keep the standards

consistent. § Branch policy states that an individual must approach the Crew and

Region before starting a badge. The application should include standards and goals, therefore giving the Region a clear understanding about what is being proposed.


§ Vote toward a recommendation for the Interview Panel on completion of the BP Award.

Interview Panel § The interview panel will usually consist of the ARC, a previous BP

awardee, and another member or members of the Region exec as appropriate, such as the Chairman, BP Officer or Training & Development officer.

§ The interview panel does not assess the badge requirements but instead “the person” to determine if they are living by the scouting way of life.

§ The interview has to be completed before the BP Award application can be submitted to Branch.

Branch Role § Branch policy states that an individual must approach the Crew and

Region before starting a badge. § Branch’s role is to approve the application, once the Crew and Region

have approved the completed BP Award. The interview has to be completed before being submitted to Branch.

How to determine an appropriate standard § It is important to remember that it should be a challenge to the

‘individual’. A Crew should look at the past experience of a Rover in the field they are looking to pursue. Rovers within a Crew should not be assessing their own capabilities, but those of the individual going for the BP Award badge.

§ A Crew may ask questions such as, ‘What is the Rovers occupation?’; ‘What are the Rovers hobbies?’; ‘Have they any experience in this field?’; ‘Do they have qualifications related to this field?’; ‘What new skills or upgraded skills does the Rover expect to gain through completing this badge?’

§ An educational institution may be the most appropriate place for a person to learn skills. This cannot be part of their current vocation, and may be requested to do further work on top of the courses requirements.

Why would a badge not be accepted by the Crew or the Region? A Crew or Region may deem a badge application to be not acceptable for several reasons. This does not mean that the badge is finished with, it simply means the Rover has the opportunity to go back and do some further work, and then re-submit. Reasons may be: § Not fulfilling the requirements of the badge. § There is insufficient evidence supplied to the Crew in relation to

progress reports or opportunity to assess the progress of a badge.


§ Not following the required steps of presentation and approval through Crew to Region.

§ Time frames stated within requirements are not met, for example only devoting one month instead of minimum of six for the Project Badge.

The Appeal Process If a Rover feels they have been dealt with unjustly by their Crew, and they feel they can not resolve this with their Crew, they can ask the Region to review the Crew's decision. If a Rover feels they have been dealt with unjustly by their Region, and they feel they cannot resolve this with their Region, there is a process by which they can appeal to the Branch Rover Council. They should put their grievances in writing and address it to the Branch Rover Council Chairman or Branch Commissioner. The BRC Policy states: That there be no appeal against a decision by a Crew not to "sign off" any aspect of the practical badge work except in exceptional circumstances in which case the responsibility of approving a badge falls on the Region, with a full review of the reasons why the Crew will not "sign off" the badge. Where there is no Region structure the B.R.C. will act in lieu of the Region. Where do I get the Rover Record Book, badges and epaulettes, and who grants them? Snowgum is able to supply all of the BP Award individual badges or alternatively badges can be purchased through the District Badge Secretary, and can be purchased by the Crew and presented to the Rover. They also stock the Rover Record Book, and other useful resources. Snowgum stores are in each state, and locations can be checked at: www.snowgum.com.au/. On completion of the BP Award, and approval from Branch Rover Council, the BP epaulettes will be sent by the Branch Commissioner for Rovers to the person nominated by the Rover to present the award. The Presentation of the BP Award It is up to the individual Rover as to how they would like their BP Award Epaulette presented, and in turn how big or small the celebration will be. Some Rovers choose a quiet presentation with just their Rover Crew in the hall with 5 people in attendance, while other Rovers organise a huge presentation at some other location other than the hall such as camping, at the snow, at a Victorian Rovers property, or at a private property with hundreds of people in attendance. Some Rovers invite anybody who has


ever known the Rover during their Rover life while others only invite a selected few or even invite no-one other than Rovers, the options are completely up to the recipient depending on how big or small they want it to be. It is strongly recommended that the BP award is presented in uniform, although it can be out of uniform in special circumstances. The awardee may choose to have members of their Crew explain to the other people present what was involved in getting the BP Award, going through each of the badges, with some of the highlights. It is the individual’s achievement, and they can choose how they want to celebrate it. Below is a list of people who may be invited to attend a BP presentation. It is strongly recommended you invite: § Family § Own Rover Crew (including Rover Advisor) § Own Group (all sections, including the Group Committee. If a District

Crew then invite the District Association) § All feeder Venturer Units § Group Leader § District Commissioner § Region Commissioner § Assistant Region Commissioner - Rovers § Those that have helped the awardee get their badge. You should also consider inviting: § Other Rover Crews in Region § Local Members of Parliament (Federal and State) § Local Councillors (including the Mayor) § The Local Newspapers § Region Staff (other than ARC - Rovers and Region Commissioner, but

especially the ARC - Venturers) § District Staff (Other than District Commissioner) § Other Scout Groups in District (even if at a minimum the Group Leader

of each Group) § Other BP awardees in District or Group The first Saturday in October is always reserved for presentations of all BP Awardees and Queen's Scouts from all of Victoria in that year, at Government house. Here the Governor, representing the Queen, presents each Rover with their BP Award certificate.


The Rover Skills Badge: The Rover Skills Badge is worn on the right sleeve above the Baden-Powell Scout award Diamond. The Rover Skills Badge is awarded by the Crew after completion of the badge requirements listed below. This Badge must be completed prior to commencing the Baden-Powell Scout Award. To gain the Rover Skills Badge, Rovers must complete the following three areas: Please note: The Rover Skills Badge covers the basic elements of Scouting, which are found in most Rovers Crews pre-investiture training across Australia. This Badge may be earned prior to Investiture as a Rover. 1 Camping/ Outdoors Camp out on no less than 3 occasions, for a minimum of three nights, demonstrating suitable camp craft skills. 2 Service Provide 10 hours of service to a worthy cause. 3 Promise, Law and Prayer Demonstrate an understanding of the Promise, Scout Law and the Rover Prayer from an adult point of view. § Badge awarded at Crew level by the Crew. § The Rover Skills Badge is based on the National guidelines for the

minimum level of the Squire Training. A Crew with very high standard of Squire Training that broadly covers and exceeds the requirements of the Rover Skills badge can choose to present the award on completion of the Squire Training.


METHOD A The Service Badge The Service Badge is worn on the Right Sleeve at the top of the Award Diamond. The Service Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. The Rover must discuss the objective of this badge with their Rover Crew. Before being awarded the Service Badge the Rover must give a minimum of 6 months active service in a community service organisation. Suggestions:

1. St John First Aid- Senior 2. Royal Life Saving Society Bronze

Medallion 3. Surf Rescue Service 4. Snow Rescue service 5. Search and Rescue Service 6. Emergency Fire Fighting 7. State Emergency Service 8. Salvation Army 9. A Section of the Scout Association (other than Rovers) 10. A Section of the Girl Guide Association 11. Any other Community Service as approved by the Area/ Region

Rover Council. § The Rover must actively attend for six months. It is up to the

organisation as to what six months is i.e. 2 hours a week verses 8 hours a day. The Crew, in consultation with the Rover, makes the final decision as to what is a long enough time period.

§ The role of the Crew and the Region when assessing the Service Badge is to determine that the organisation is acceptable.

§ Service internal to Scouting is fine, although a realistic amount of further training may be expected i.e. maybe basic sectional course or the Rover Instructor badge to be earned.

§ The Rover instructor Badge is usually considered enough training for the Service Badge.

§ The Rover must inform the Crew of their intentions to commence their service with their chosen organisation. The time commences from the date of approval from the Crew.


§ An individual Rover cannot receive payment for Service undertaken eg Army Reserves. If a Rover does receive payment from an organisation, the entire amount must be donated to a charity organisation for this to be acceptable for the Service Badge.

§ The examiner for the Service Badge will be the leader of the organisation for which the Service has been undertaken.

§ It is strongly suggested a log be presented to Crew and Region before badge is approved.


The Scoutcraft Badge The Scoutcraft Badge is worn on the Right Sleeve at the centre right of the Award Diamond. The Scoutcraft Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. The Rover must discuss the objectives of this badge with their Rover Crew. Organise and Camp on at least ten separate occasions aggregating not less than ten nights on at least three different campsites, showing on all occasions a high standard of campcarft. Rovers must keep a log of these camps and submit it to their Crew. § The nights included for the Scoutcraft Badge must be at least 10 nights

on 10 separate events § The Rover should camp on no less than three different campsites § Not high enough standard of camps include Moots and Mudbash, unless

the Rover can show exceptional organisational skills or involvement. § Flies, tarps, tents and caves or Rover made non-permanent structures are

acceptable. § Permanent man made structure are not acceptable e.g. halls, cabins etc. § Generally cars are okay to get to site and then unloaded but not to be

going back and forth to all weekend. Often cars are needed (or could be needed) as a safety vehicle, or an integral set up of the camp, such as a kitchen in a Four Wheel Drive.

§ Rovers should adhere to the minimum impact camping and hiking guidelines (See Appendix 4).

§ At least half the party members attending camp should be Rovers. § The Crew is the group who assesses the standard of camp craft while on

camp. § The Log – Should be able to be read and understood by someone who

was not present at the camp. § The Log could include when, who went, where, scoutcraft skill used,

activities etc. § Another Rover should be able to mentally recreate the camp from the

Rover’s log. § As a guide, a minimum 500 words (approx 1 typed page required) per

camp. Extra information may include photos, maps, campsite


information, drawings and brochures etc. Keep in mind the abilities of the individual Rover when assessing their log.

§ The log must be completed prior to presentation to the Crew. § The Rambler’s Badge cannot be included for a Scoutcraft Star night,

however attending another Rover’s Rambler’s expedition can be deemed acceptable for one Scoutcraft night.

The Rambler’s Badge

The Rambler’s Badge is worn on the Right Sleeve at the bottom of the Award Diamond. The Rambler’s Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. The Rover must discuss the objectives of this Badge with their Rover Crew. Before being awarded the Rambler’s Badge the Rover must:

1. Demonstrate to an examiner appointed by the Crew, a thorough

knowledge of survival techniques and First Aid. 2. Have completed, as a member of a team of Rovers, a journey

extending over four consecutive days, (with three nights out) or two journeys each extending over 48 hours, (each with two nights out) not reckoning travelling time to the starting point or from the finishing point. The journey must be organised by the Rover and approved by the Crew to be of sufficiently high standard. The journey may be by land or water, either by foot or by mechanically powered vehicle or vessel. The journey must present a definite test of endurance or other desirable skills as well as be calculated to bring out the qualities of self-reliance, initiative, determination and leadership. The Rover must present a trip diary/ log of the expedition to the Crew within one month of its conclusion.

1. First Aid

§ People to approach to learn and demonstrate survival techniques and First Aid: o Scout Bush Walking Team o St Johns (Remote Area First Aid or Wilderness training) o Scout First Aiders o Crew contact with knowledge in areas of survival and First Aid


2. The journey § At least four Rovers should be participants in the expedition § All participants must be Rover age A major part of the Ramblers Badge is the organisational skills that a Rover must show before, during and after the expedition. For example the Rover must care for the health and welfare of participants, enjoyment, safety, what activities will be completed, the planning involved, route to be taken, equipment and food etc (see Appendix 5 on Risk Assessment). It needs to be clearly seen that the Rover has taken responsibility for the organisation of the Ramblers expedition, whether individually or as part of a team. For two Rovers to receive their Ramblers Badge for one event, the individual effort must equate to the same amount of work of two separate events. Some examples (although not an exhaustive list) are: Bush walking, canoeing, rafting, ballooning, sailing, skiing, snow shoeing, cycling, motor vehicles, 4 wheel driving, bus, train, horses, camels… You are only limited by the size of your imagination. The Log: § Should be able to be read and understood by someone who was not

present. § Needs to include when, who went, where, Scoutcraft skill used

(although we are talking about the Ramblers Badge Scoutcraft skills are still very important), activities etc.

§ Another Rover should be able to mentally recreate the camp from the Rover’s log.

§ Extra information may include photos, maps, campsite information, drawings and brochures etc

§ The log must be completed prior to presentation to the Crew. Some Resources available to you include: Parks Victoria – www.parkweb.vic.gov.au Phone: 13 19 63 Tourist information centres Book such as “120 walks in Victoria”


The Project Badge The Project Badge is worn on the Right sleeve, at the centre left of the Award Diamond. The Project Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on recommendation of the Rover Crew. The Rover must discuss the objectives of the badge with their Rover Crew. Before being awarded the Project Badge the Rover must: 1. Choose, plan and devote at least six months to this project, keep

records of all activities undertaken. During this period at least three progress reports must be presented to the Crew supported by and models, charts, maps or other exhibits.

2. A ‘Project’ may be defined as a self-imposed task demanding skill, application and care. Rovers pick the subject of their project themselves. There is no restriction on their choice of subject (within reason) but it preferably should be something, which bears no direct relation to their means of livelihood, and with which they have formerly had little to do, or alternatively a subject in which they are well versed with the intention of reaching a considerably higher standard of achievement. The subject chosen for a Rover’s project should be formally approved by the Crew and Rover Adviser as suitable and worthwhile.

The Project Badge is about a Rover learning new skills; the final goal is to produce something that demonstrates the application of the Rover’s newly acquired skills. The project doesn’t have to be a material product, as the examples below may suggest. The Rover should set goals that can be achieved on completion of the badge. The Crews should be able to easily understand the goals set down by the Rover, to be assessed at the time of progress reports presented to the Crew. An educational institution may be the most appropriate place for a person to learn skills. This cannot be part of their current vocation, and may be requested to do further work on top of the courses requirements. Any person is appropriate to be an examiner as long as he/she has knowledge and experience in the nominated area and will not show bias towards an individual Rover.


Some examples (although not an exhaustive list) are: § Photography folio § Rebuild car engine § Wood Work § Lead Lighting § Learn Language/ Sign § Sewing § Produce Stage Show- writing,

music, sets, costumes etc § Rug Making § Restore Antique furniture § Black Smithing § Journalism- produce

publication

§ Video making § Research- family history,

Scout Group etc § Landscaping § Design Web page § Build a structure- house, shed § Environmental Rehabilitation § Start a Friends of …… group § Ceramics/ Pottery § Learn an instrument § Get fit program § Learn to swim- gain Bronze

Medallion The Log: § Must show the completed project and the steps taken to achieve the

finished product. Some project logs can be written, whilst others are best presented in other ways. The Rover and the Crew are to decide on what form of log would be most suitable to each project, but there still must be a permanent record for future reference.

§ Extra information may include photos, information, drawings, certificates etc

§ The log must be completed prior to presentation to the Crew.


METHOD B Method B could be a good system for a Rover who has been right through the Scouting movement. Method B is a very open scheme in regard to the fields of knowledge it could cover. A project may fit into one badge section or another, and it is up to the Rover to nominate which badge they are choosing. An educational institution may be the most appropriate place for a person to learn skills. This cannot be part of their current vocation, and may be requested to do further work on top of the courses requirements. Two Award badges cannot be achieved for one activity. The Crew needs to critically assess (not necessarily oppose) the proposal and determine whether the proposal fits the intention of the badge, and is a suitable challenge to the individual. The Rover needs to be able to present the progress reports and completion of each badge in an understandable manner to the Crew. This may take the form of a log or other means as seen appropriate. If the Crew is uncertain about a badge, they should refer to Rover Advisor for advice on standards, or invite someone with experience in that area to a Business Meeting where the badge is to be discussed. Top – Spiritual Development Badge Left – Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge Right – Social Development Badge Bottom – Physical Development Badge


The Spiritual Development Badge The Spiritual Development Badge is worn on the Right Sleeve at the top of the Award Diamond. The Rover must discuss the objectives of the badge with their Crew. Once the badge has been approved and completed the Spiritual Development Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. At least three progress reports must be presented to the Crew during the six-month period.

1. Areas to explore; self-philosophy, religion, man as a religious being, concept of God, purpose of life (religious organisations or humanist starting points for discussions), drugs, your personal valves system.

2. Things to do; any service job (meeting God in your fellow man);

work at a men’s/ women’s youth refuge; work with Alcoholics anonymous; act as counsellor (if qualified) or learn counselling skills for troubled young people; Scouting with disadvantaged or disabilities.

3. People to meet, talk, work with, or help; priests, rabbis, ministers,

doctors, lawyers, radicals, hippies, drop-outs, philosophers, social workers, drug addicts, health consultants.

There are many aspects to spirituality. Some involve religion, whilst others refer to philosophy and self-discovery. It may involve questioning your beliefs or exploring the beliefs of fellow Rovers, or other groups of people. The log should reflect the spiritual aspects of the badge undertaken whether they are related to religion, service, self or other elements of spirituality.


The Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge The Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge is worn on the right sleeve at the centre left of the Award Diamond. The Rover must discuss the objectives of this badge with their Rover Crew. Once the badge has been approved and completed the Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. At least three progress reports must be presented to the Crew during the six-month period. Suggestions: Learn a foreign language, improve your educational qualifications, trade or professional qualifications; learn to play a musical instrument or write music; take up film, art or drama appreciation; read, explore, discuss great prose, poems, art, film, music, ballet; explore politics; work on a political campaign; explore the media and product scripts, direct production; make a radio; TV tape recording; use museums and libraries as resources for research; join and be active in the National Trust, eg. Local history, Psychology, Sociology, Earth Science, Creative Art. The intention of the Intellectual and Emotional Development Badge is to enhance your capacity for learning or explore the area of emotions and their relationships with people. When choosing a project, bear in mind the potential ethical issues it may involve and be cautious as to how you approach these issues.


The Social Development Badge The Social Development Badge is worn on the right sleeve at the centre right of the Award Diamond. The Rover must discuss the objectives of the badge with their Rover Crew. Once the badge has been approved and completed the Social Development Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. At least three progress reports must be presented to the Crew during the six-month period. Suggestions: Learn about sociology, social psychology, the humanities. Acquire leadership skills. Join an encounter group. Join, and participate in, a conservation group/ resident action group. Coach a sporting team. Design a new style house- defeat the great urban sprawl. Visit jails and detention centres, flop houses, courts, neighbourhood survival. Help in assimilation of migrant communities, teach them English. Open a coffee shop/ drop in centre in a disused Scout building. Organise activities for your Crew with other organisations, eg Jaycees. Undertake a leadership role in some organisation, defining your goals at the beginning. You will have noticed many topics can be classified as being Intellectual and Emotional or Social Development. Thus the vital need to clearly define your precise objectives and goals before you gain the Crews approval of your topic. We repeat that no two sections can be the same topic. Some Rovers look at the Social Development Badge as being the equivalent to the Method A Service Badge. It can involve anything to do with people. The log should reflect the social goals that are to be obtained and the progress towards them.


The Physical Development Badge The Physical Development Badge is worn on the right sleeve at the bottom of the Award Diamond. The Rover must discuss the objectives of the badge with their Rover Crew. Once the badge has been approved and completed, the Physical Development Badge is granted by the Area/ Region Rover Council on the recommendation of the Rover Crew. At least three progress reports must be presented to the Crew during the six-month period. Suggestions: One week walking along the Great Dividing Range; rock climbing in New Zealand; caving in Tasmania or Papua New Guinea; canoe or raft along the Murray River; explore Dutch wrecks on the West Coast; building construction; produce a bushwalking map of a wildness area; obtain Surf Lifesaving Bronze Medallion; Royal Lifesaving Award of Merit; learn to Scuba Dive; Bicycle Sydney to Melbourne via back roads. Can you run a three-minute mile? Keep records of six months training and improvement; qualify as a coach/ instructor in a sport or physical activity (Judo, Karate, Kung Fu). The Physical Development Badge should challenge you physically. It may be seen as an equivalent to the Method A Ramblers Badge, but has much more scope for flexibility. Depending on the choice of physical challenge, the log may contain training records, maps, photos or anything else to illustrate the physical component.


Conclusion Not only will doing the BP Award encourage and promote the Rover as an individual but also the benefits will spread to the Crew and Region and also the Scouting Movement as a whole. The wider community may also benefit, as the Rover will take the knowledge, experience and leadership qualities into the work force. The BP Award is not to be looked at as a daunting task but one that is achievable. GOOD LUCK!

Acknowledgements Cheryl Perkins – Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Rodney Abson – Victorian Branch Rover Council Chairman 2003-04. Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Louise McClure – Murray Midlands Region Rover Colin McEwan – Bevan Trimble RC Rover Advisor, BP Award recipient Craig Whan – ARC Murray Midlands Region, BP Award recipient Jacki Whan – ARC Venturers Northern Region, BP Award recipient Mark Perkins - Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Chris Eagle - Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Matthew Okley - Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Letitia Okley - Murray Midlands Region Rover, BP Award recipient Raymond Lubansky – Victorian Branch Rover Council Assistant Chairman 2003-04. Manibobar Region Rover


Appendix 1. USEFUL RESOURCES & WEB SITES Talk to your Rover Advisors, Assistant Region Commissioner Rovers, Region Rover Council Chairman, Branch Rover Council Chairman, Crew Leader, and ex-Rovers can all be helpful with many aspects of Rovering as well as your BP Award. The Rover Record Book (Outlines all the badges available to Rovers) The Scout Info Book - available from Scout Headquarters or Group Leader. Very useful publication with contact details for many people within the Scouting movement, and other guidelines for activities and badges etc. Assistant Region Commissioner Rovers - This is a person with lots of experience with Rovers, and can give you further guidance on the BP Award, and other issues to do with Rovers. Rover Advisor - This person also has a experience with Rovers, and can provide guidance to the Crew. They should have a good understanding of how the Crew operates, and the general standards that could be expected from each Rover. They are a good person to talk to if there is a misunderstanding about the BP award. If your Crew does not have a Rover Advisor, it is possible to talk to another in the Region. The Assistant Region Commissioner Rovers can put you in contact with another Rover Advisor. Australian Scout Handbook Scout Association of Australia. Bushwalking and Ski Touring Leadership (2000) Bushwalking and Mountaincraft Training Advisory Board Inc. Managing Risk in Outdoor Activities (1993) Cathy Haddock. New Zealand Mountain Safety Council Inc. Rovering to Success – Lord Baden Powell Victorian Scout Association Rover Web Page: http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/rovers/ Victorian Branch Rover Council Rover Web Page: http://rovers.scouts.com.au/vic/ Victorian Scout Web Page: http://www.vicscouts.asn.au (This page also has a copy of the info book on- line) Murray Midlands Region Rovers: http://www.murraymidlands.com Snowgum: http://www.snowgum.com.au/ National Scout Web Page: http://www.scouts.com.au/ Parks Victoria: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au (This page can give you information on all the Parks within Victoria - great place to start if you're looking for somewhere to hold a camp or a Ramble) http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/rovers/awards/BP-Policy.pdf http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/rovers/awards/BPAwardform.pdf This is an electronic copy of the application form. http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/rovers/awards/BP-admin-policy.pdf


The Baden Powell Scout Award Victorian Branch Rover Council

Individual Badge Application

Name: _____________________________________________________________ Registration No:___________________Crew:________________________________ Region: _____________________________________________________________ Telephone No (H): _______________ (alt):_____________ DOB:_______________ Crew Commencement Approval Date:_____________ Signed CL:_______________ CL Name: ___________________ CL Tel (H): ____________(alt)_______________ Crew Recommendation Date: ______________ Signed CL: ____________________ CL Name: __________________ CL Tel (H):_____________(alt)_______________ Section of Award_______________________________________________________ Description:___________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Region Rover Council Exec use: Commencement approval: Granted / Not Granted Signed Chairman:__________________Name:___________________Date:________ Badge Completed Signed Chairman:__________________Name:___________________Date:________ A completed copy of this form is to accompany the nomination form for the Baden Powell Scout Award when it is forwarded from the Region Rover Council to the Branch Rover Council.



Appendix 4.

MINIMUM IMPACT CAMPING AND HIKING This information comes from the Scout Info Book 2002. These guidelines have been developed to apply to activities such as camping, hiking, cross country skiing and rock-climbing. There are eight areas upon which to focus on to ensure that we minimise our impact on the environment when we visit our natural areas (including Scout camps, national parks and other areas outside). A few examples for each area are provided. Further information can be found in the outdoor activity codes available from Parks Victoria. Telephone: 13 19 63 or visit: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au 1. Be Prepared

• Transportation - reduce the number of vehicles going to and from the site • Test equipment before you go to ensure that it will be effective in the conditions • Contact authorities to get information about conditions, restrictions, and arrange permits if required.

2. Practice good personal hygiene

• To reduce the risk of illness and infection as well as avoiding polluting the environment, make sure everyone understands proper toileting and washing in the bush. (refer to number 7 for more information)

3. Consider the sensitivity of the area

• Consider the carrying capacity of the land (the number of people that can visit the location without significant damage to it). If need be, reduce the size of the group or go elsewhere. • It is generally better to use a well-used site or track than to make a new site or track.

4. Respect the environment

• Avoid damage to plants and animals of any size. • Respect cultural aspects of an environment, such as historical relics. • Show consideration for other people using the same area

5. Sensible use of fire

• Except where there are established fireplaces and wood has been brought in or otherwise provided, it is generally better to use portable stoves. • Where fires are acceptable they should be of minimal size, conform with standard fire regulations and requirements, and use wood, which would not be considered part of the ecosystem.


6. Pack it in, pack it out

• This practice should be adopted as a standard practice even in situations where it is not a specified requirement. How this can be done most effectively is a matter for careful consideration at the planning stage. This includes suitable use of containers, quantities and packaging of food ingredients etc. • Be prepared to carry out additional wastes found at the site

7. Proper disposal of what can’t be packed out

• This refers to human and washing wastes in particular. • Always use a drop dunny where provided • Where toilets are not provided, toilet well away from water, paths and campsites (about 100 big steps), and thoroughly bury wastes to a depth of about

15cm (that’s the level of most bacterial activity.) • Use minimal amounts of toilet paper or else use natural materials • If staying for extended times use a designated toilet area to minimise the extent of the ground contamination and risk of infection.

8. Follow up

• Report in to the managers responsible for the area before leaving. • Dispose THOUGHTFULLY of the waste you have carried out • Evaluate your trip and work out how to do it better next time.


Appendix 5. RISK ASSESSMENT In preparing for a trip, it is important to do thorough planning, and reduce the risks, by pre-empting them, and knowing what to do if the situation occurs. Each trip will be different, and whilst there may be risks which are common to most trips, try to think of special factors to consider for each individual trip. For example the risks on a canoe paddle will be different to those on a four wheel driving expedition. It can be useful to make up a table such as the one below which outlines the: Risk – What is the thing that is a threat to the safety of the participants? Likelihood – What are the chances of this occurring? Consequence – What are the consequences if this occurs (e.g. is it life threatening or only of minor importance)? Action – What are the pre-emptive measures you will take before or during the trip to reduce the risk occurring, or what will you do if the risk does occur? RISK LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE ACTION Blisters Likely Minor § Ensure everyone wears

socks § Stop and check ‘hot

spots’ when they occur § Apply blister packs

Fire Unlikely- Likely (Depending on time of year, location, fire history)

Major § Check with local CFA about fire risks in area when trip planning, and also week before

§ Contact Parks Victoria to discuss route plan

§ Have evacuation routes in case of fire

§ Have woollen jumpers § Use fuel stoves and

ensure everyone clearly understands their appropriate use

§ Know where water sources are

§ Carry first aid kit and know about treatment of burns

Some things that you may want to consider for your trip plan and risk assessment are: Route planning Evacuation First Aid Water sources Equipment failure Weather Getting lost Participants health and abilities Fire Contact people

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