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Basketry Requirements
Current Scouts BSA requirements
as of June 6, 2026
as of June 6, 2026
1.
Do the following:
a.
Explain to your counselor the hazards you are most likely to
encounter while using basketry tools and materials, and what you
should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond to
these hazards.
b.
Discuss the prevention of and first-aid treatment for injuries,
including cuts, scratches, and scrapes, that could occur while
working with basketry tools and materials.
2.
Do the following:
a.
Show your counselor that you are able to identify the following
types of baskets: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
b.
Describe three different types of weaves to your counselor.
3.
Plan and weave the following projects:
a.
Square basket
b.
Round basket
c.
Campstool seat