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SCOUTING FOR GIRLS

II. Handicraft and Skill.

Be able to prepare, cook and serve one simple meal, of three courses.
Must bring a shirt waist or skirt made by herself or the equivalent in needlework and be able to put in patches.

III. Service.

Be able to dress and bathe a child two years old or younger. Know the proper food to give a child before it is a year old, and up to the age of two years. Know how to clothe the child in winter and summer.
Must know how to behave in case of accidents; and what methods of rescue and restoration to use in two cases such as drowning, ice accident, gas poisoning and electric shock.

IV. Health.

Must know the simple laws of sanitation, health and ventilation; and be able to walk a mile in 20 minutes.
Must swim 25 yds. in her clothes, and undress in the water.

or

Where swimming is impossible because of weak heart or lack of swimming facilities; must win the other proficiency badges not already held.