The Hill Walker badge is available to Scouts. To gain this badge, Scouts must complete the following:
- With others, plan at least five one-day journeys of 14 km or more in hilly country. At least three of these are to be in areas defined as Terrain One, led by an appropriate permit holder.
- Using Ordnance Survey maps, complete all the information required on the route plan (FS 120409) for each journey, including the In Touch system.
- Before setting out, list and explain the use of the equipment that should be taken including:
spare food, and safety/emergency equipment what should be worn what should be carried
- Over a period, complete the planned journeys. Take turns in leading the group for part of the time.
- Make a report to an audience about at least one of your journeys. Route cards, sketch maps and photographs should be presented where possible.
- Demonstrate how the map and compass was used during the journey.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the need to preserve the natural environment. For example, avoiding erosion, conserving wildlife habitat.
- Demonstrate awareness of developments in technology, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS), digital mapping, waterproof maps etc.
- Show knowledge of the publication Safety on Mountains (British Mountaineering Council).
The cache is a small container.