Outdoor Adventure Skills by Topic

This perspective shows the common topics of each stage of various OAS badges, with increasing knowledge, accomplishment, and responsibilities as stages increase. It may help in planning sessions/activities and organizing resources.

The following was adapted from an outdoor skill training course presentation by Steve Matheson:

• Outdoor Adventure Skills by Topic (PDF)

OAS Badges by Topics

Each OAS badge is divided into topics, which have greater levels of proficiency or experience as stages increase:

• Camping Skills by Topic
• Emergency Aid by Topic‎
• Scoutcraft Skills by Topic
• Trail Skills by Topic
• Winter Skills by Topic

Individual Topics

Topics that cross multiple OAS badges:

• Cooking
• Gear
• Fire
• First Aid Survival Kits
• Knots
• Shelters
• Tools (Knives, Axes, Saws)