Here are the GMA requirements from the 1963 (original?) "Air Ranger and Sea
Ranger Handbook." I post them here so everyone can see how the requirements
have evolved from the original requirements to the "old" system to the Gold
Track system we have today.
I'll only post the requirements for Air Rangers, but the Sea Rangers
requirements were essentially the same with the exception of a few of the
required advanced awards (now called merits).
Second Class
I. Aviation
A. Discuss the history of flight, including the following:
1. First successful airplane flight, date, name of pilot, distance
flown, etc.
2. First transcontinental flight, date, name of pilot, etc.
3. First transatlantic solo flight, date, pilot, etc.
4. First faster than sound flight, date, pilot, etc.
B. Explain what makes an airplane fly.
C. Construct a scale model of an airplane. Using your model, identify the
main parts of the plan, such as: wings, flaps (aileron), engine, rudder, etc.
II. First Aid
A. Demonstrate how to stop arterial bleeding.
B. Demonstrate first aid for the following: 1. Shock; 2. fainting; 3.
wounds; 4. fracture of arm or leg; 5. poisoning.
C. Explain under what circumstances a person should or should not be moved.
III. Outdoor
A. Take an overnight camping trip and do the following:
1. Select a suitable campsite.
2. Properly pitch a tent.
3. Cook your meals over a campfire using a good menu and proper cooking
methods.
B. Demonstrate your ability to set a course with a compass.
C. Identify two edible wild greens or roots.
D. Demonstrate your ability to find direction by using the stars.
E. Explain what to do when you are lost.
IV. Physical Fitness
A. Do three physical exercises daily for six weeks such as: push-ups,
sit-ups, pull-ups, and running.
B. Explain why smoking is harmful to the physical body.
V. The Bible
Quote from memory the Beatitudes and six other Bible verses of your choice.
VI. Your Church
Explain the four main teachings of the church, giving a Scripture
reference for each.
VII. Your Home
Explain hat your attitude toward your parents should be, according to the
Bible.
VIII. Your Outpost
Explain the organizational setup of your outpost, giving the name of each
officer.
First Class
I. Earn the Aviation Award, the Bible Award, and one more advanced award of
your choice.
II. Give evidence to the satisfaction of your Commander that you have lived
by the Royal Ranger Code.
Advanced Rating
I. Earn the Church Award, the Astronomy Award, and two more advanced awards
of your choice. (If any of the above required awards have already been
earned, substitute any award of your choice.)
II. Assist in the leadership of the outpost by serving as a guide or
assistant guide or volunteer to assist other boys in advancements.
Master Rating
I. Earn the Survival Award, the Christian Service Award, and three other
advanced awards of your choice.
II. Give a talk before your outpost council on the subject, "The Royal
Ranger Code," explaining the importance of living by the Code.
The Royal Ranger Gold Medal of Achievement
After earning Master Rating in either the Sea Rangers or Air Rangers, you
may earn the top award of the Royal Ranger program, the Gold Medal of
Achievement.
The following two requirements are necessary to earn this award.
1. Read the Royal Rangers Leader's Manual and complete the test sheet for
Leaders in the back of the manual.
2. Write a 500-word theme on the subject, "The Value of Royal Rangers." The
subject should include the most important benefits you have received in
being a Royal Ranger. Also, what you believe this program would do for
other boys.
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Jonathan Trower
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