OUTDOOR COOK

badge requirements

Choose a heat source from one of the following: a camp altar fire a barbecue, a portable stove, a camp oven, sawdust boiler or haybox, a hike fire and use it complete clauses 1 to 3.

1. Plan a balanced meal for two people and choose at least two methods of cooking (eg boiling or grilling) that suit the heat source and the menu. Include at least two hot courses and a hot drink. Include one fresh vegetable or fruit and one other fresh food.

2. Prepare and cook all food at the test, demonstrating good food hygiene practices, and how to keep the food hot.

3. Clear away and wash up after the meal. Dispose and recycle all rubbish appropriately and clear up the fire correctly, if appropriate.

4. Have, and be able to use, a pocket first aid kit suitable for coping with accidents which may arise when cooking out of doors. Know how to treat scalds and burns.