The climbing scoutcraft badge was organised by the Troop for junior scouts aged 12 and up, it was held on the 23rd and 25th of May. The Friday, the 23rd, focused on the theory of the badge, like how to belay, how to abseil, the climbing calls and a basic understanding of the different equipment needed when climbing. Then on Sunday, the 25th, we all meet at the hall and drove to Higgovale Quarry,where we did five different climbs, route identification and a 15 meter abseil.
Personal experience
While being the oldest of the eight scouts on the badge was a bit daunting, it ended up being a lot of fun. At first it was a bit scary, because you are 15 meters above the ground and are trusting another person who has also only just learnt how to belay to keep you safe, but when you are at the top the sense of achievement is overwhelming. The abseil was a lot of fun, there was a lot of nervous excitement from everyone as we climbed up to do it.
Final words
It was an amazing experience and you could really tell everyone enjoyed, adults included.
I think it is safe to say that I highly recommend that all scouts do the climbing badge. I would just like to say a big thank you to all the adults involved in making this badge happen and to all the parents who supported their children in taking part. Everyone who participated did also receive the badge.
Pippa
6th Rondebosch Scout
6throndeboschscouts.org 
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