Climbing Level 1 Training

PURPOSE: Provide training for people who are interested in teaching Scouts how to climb and
rappel at the Unit, District or Council level. This group might include those interested in
becoming Climbing Merit Badge Counselors, Camp Staff and Scouters. Scouters who work
with troops and teach climbing are required to be "Qualified Instructors" prior to
teaching any climbing / rappelling activities.

EQUIPMENT: Climbing gear will be provided by the Directors (ropes, anchors, carabiners, etc.)

OVERVIEW: We will cover B.S.A. current National Policies associated with all
climbing/rappelling activities, at the Unit, District and Council levels, as outlined in the pamphlet
entitled "Climb on Safely," and the National Camp Accreditation Program. Textbook is B.S.A.
publication entitled "Belay On" (provided). This is not an overnight trip. 

This is a HYBRID course. 5 hours of video modules will need to be covered independently prior
to attending the hands-on portion of this course. 

REQUIREMENTS:
Current registration with Boy Scouts of America
18 years old
Current successful completion of B.S.A.’s “Youth Protection Guidelines” training
Current B.S.A. Annual Health and Medical Record
Completed the online Climb on Safely Training
Completed the online Hazardous Weather Training

DATE & LOCATION:
Virtual Modules: 5 Hours
Field Day March 25, 2023, 08:00 AM- 05:00 PM 
Field Day March 26, 2023, 07:00 AM- 05:00 PM 

Corpse Wall, Saddle Peak Rd, Malibu, CA 90265

MAXIMUM SIZE: 12 students, minimum of 6 students.

COST: $40

QUESTIONS: Contact Course Instructor:
Daniel Fassbender (661)794-0252
Email: Daniel413264@gmail.com

All persons interested must be mature, capable of instructing, safety conscious, able to exercise
good judgment, be dependable, relate well to youth and adults, and be familiar in the techniques
of climbing, rappelling, belaying, and spotting.

Climbing Level 1 Training

B.S.A. Level I Climbing Instructor Qualification Certification is good for 1 year upon successful
completion of this class. (This class is required in order to take a B.S.A. Level 2 Climbing
Instructor Course)

Help keep climbing/rappelling as part of Scouting’s activities by becoming a qualified BSA
Climbing Instructor for your Unit, District, or Council. A copy of “Belay On” will be given to each
participant.