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Pathfinding First offered in 1911.
Discontinued in 1952.
1. Demonstrate a general knowledge of the district within a
three-mile radius of the local Scout
Headquarters, or his house so as to be able to guide people at
any time day or night to points within this area.
2. Know the population of the five principal neighboring towns
and cities as selected by his Guide or Counselor. Demonstrate
direction for reaching them from Scout Headquarters or his
house.
3. If in the country, know the breeds of horses, cattle, sheep
and hogs owned on the five neighboring farms; if in the city,
demonstrate directions to tourist camp and to five places for
purchasing food supplies.
4. Demonstrate how to direct tourists from his home to gas, oil,
tire, and general auto repair.
5. Give telephone number, if any, and directions for reaching
the nearest police station, firefighting apparatus, Court House
or Municipal Building, the nearest Country Farm Agent's office,
doctor, veterinarian and hospital.
6. Know something of the history of his community and the
location of its principal places of interest and public
buildings.
7. Submit a scale map, not necessarily drawn by himself, upon
which he has personally indicated as much of the above-required
information.
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