Totin' Chip

PATCH

1. Read and understand woods tools use and safety rules from the Boy Scout Handbook.

2. Demonstrate proper handling, care, and use of the pocket knife, ax, and saw.

3. Use the knife, ax, and saw as tools, not playthings.

4. Respect all safety rules to protect others.

5. Respect property. Cut living and dead trees only with permission and with good reason.

6. Subscribe to the Outdoor Code.

The Scout's "Totin' Rights" can be taken from him if he fails in his responsibility

Firem'n Chit

CARD

Firem'n Chit

1. Read and understand fire use and safety rules from the Boy Scout Handbook.

2. Secure necessary permits (regulations vary by locality).

3. Clear all flammable vegetation at least 5 feet in all directions from fire (total 10 feet).

4. Attend to fire at all times.

5. Keep fire-fighting tools (water and/or shovel) readily available.

6. Leave fire when it is cold out.

7. Subscribe to the Outdoor Code and Leave-No-Trace

I realize that my "Firem'n Rights" can be taken from me if I fail in my responsibility

Paul Bunyan Woodsman

Study the Boy Scout Handbook and the Camping merit badge pamphlet, and demonstrate to your Scoutmaster or other qualified person the following:

1. Show that you have earned the Totin' Chip.

2. Help a Scout or patrol earn the Totin' Chip and demonstrate to him (them) the value of proper woods-tools use on a troop camping trip.

3. With official approval and supervision do ONE of the following:

   1. Clear trails or fire lanes for 2 hours.

   2. Trim a downed tree, cut into 4-foot lengths and stack; make a brush (pile) with branches.

   3. Build a natural retaining wall or irrigation way to aid in a planned conservation effort.