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Skills InstructionBackpacking Stoves

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• Handout at the end

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this presentation you will be able to:

• Explain why and when we use effective skills instruction in BSA.

• Explain the steps in effective skills instruction.

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Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of this presentation you will be

able to:• Explain why and when we use effective skills

instruction in BSA.• Explain the steps in effective skills instruction.

A portion of every troop meeting is set aside for “skills instruction”.

Set the stage: Young scouts going on 1st BP trip and need to know how to use the stoves safely or the troop just bought new stoves and we are learning how to use them safely.

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able to:• Explain the differences between the basic types

of backpacking stoves.• Explain the differences between the different

types of backpacking stove fuels.• Explain the safety rules for backpacking stove.• Safely use a backpacking stove.

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Learning Objectives


• Explain the differences between the basic types of backpacking stoves.

• Explain the differences between the different types of backpacking stove fuels.

• Explain the safety rules for backpacking stove.• Safely use a backpacking stove.

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Types of Stoves

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•Integral Fuel Container

– fuel container connected directly to the stove

•External Fuel Container

– fuel container is separate and connected by a fuel line

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Types of Stoves

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•Integral Fuel Container - This type of stove has the fuel container connected directly to the stove.

•External Fuel Container - The fuel container is separate from this type of stove and connected by a fuel line.

There are many types of backpacking stoves that range from the basic to the exotic. The stove you choose will depend upon your requirements, such as ease of handling, weight, bulk, and type of fuel.

Backpacking Spring issue evaluates backpacking stoves

Pass around Campmor catalogue with stoves highlighted

Types of Fuels

•Liquid– white gas, refined kerosene and alcohol

•Compressed Gas– propane, isobutane and propane/butane mix

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Types of Fuels

There are two types of fuels available for backpacking stoves.

• Liquid – white gas, refined kerosene, and alcohol. Liquid fuels require being transferred into an external or internal fuel cylinder depending upon the stove.

• Compressed Gas – propane, isobutane and propane/butane mix come in one time use cylinders.

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Stove SafetyBSA Stove Safety Resources

• Boy Scout Handbook• Scoutmaster Handbook• Guide to Safe Scouting• MCBSA Adult Basic Backpacking Course• Any other backpacking courses

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Stove SafetyBSA Stove Safety Resources• Boy Scout Handbook , pg 254• Scoutmaster Handbook• Guide to Safe Scouting• MCBSA Adult Basic Backpacking Course• Any other backpacking courses

Ask what are some dos and don’ts of stove / gas safety

Then follow up with the schooled answers.

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Stove Safety Continued• Liquid fuels and compressed gas can be dangerous,

use extreme caution when using them.• Always check the stove manual to ensure you are

using the correct type of fuel. • Never pour fuel into or near a hot stove.• Allow sufficient time for fuel vapors to disperse

before attempting to light a stove after pouring fuel.

• Always use with adult supervision.

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Stove Safety Continued• Liquid fuels and compressed gas can be dangerous,

use extreme caution when using them.• Always check the stove manual to ensure you are

using the correct type of fuel. • Never pour fuel into or near a hot stove.• Allow sufficient time for fuel vapors to disperse

before attempting to light a stove after pouring fuel.

• Always use with adult supervision.

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Stove Safety Continued• Use the heat shield between the stove and

the fuel cylinder.• Hand tighten pumps and cylinders.• When removing a fuel bottle, pressure must

be released slowly to avoid spraying or spilling fuel.

• Be careful not to cross-thread gas fittings when connecting them to a stove or fuel line.

• Never store any fuel, either compressed gas or liquid, inside a tent or sleeping area.

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Stove Safety Continued

• Use the heat shield between the stove and the fuel cylinder.

• Hand tighten pumps and cylinders.• When removing a fuel bottle, pressure must

be released slowly to avoid spraying or spilling fuel.

• Be careful not to cross-thread gas fittings when connecting them to a stove or fuel line.

• Never store any fuel, either compressed gas or liquid, inside a tent or sleeping area.

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Stove Safety Continued• Always operate stoves on a flat stable surface that

is free from burnable material.• If the stove is designed to burn multiple types of

fuel, pick one and stick with it. DON’T MIX!• Fuel bottles should be treated the same way.• Always follow manufacturers instructions.• The most important safety feature of any stove is a

trained operator.

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Stove Safety Continued

• Always operate stoves on a flat stable surface that is free from burnable material.

• If the stove is designed to burn multiple types of fuel, pick one and stick with it. DON’T MIX!

• Fuel bottles should be treated the same way.• Always follow manufacturers instructions.• The most important safety feature of any stove is a

trained operator.

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Stove PreparationFor today’s demonstration, we will use a MSR®

DragonFly™ stove.

To operate this stove we need the following materials:

• One MSR® DragonFly™ stove • One MSR® Fuel Bottle (filled with liquid fuel)• Matches or lighter• Repair kit

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Stove Preparation(Ask for a volunteer. Explain: I am going to

demonstrate how to instruct someone on how to safely operate a backpacking stove).

For today’s demonstration, we will use a MSR® DragonFly™ stove.

To operate this stove we need the following materials:

• One MSR® DragonFly™ Stove• One MSR® Fuel Bottle (filled with liquid fuel)• Matches or lighter• Repair kit

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Assembling the Stove

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1. Remove stove from carrying case.2. Open the legs, snap the legs into place and place

the stove on a level durable surface.3. Unscrew the fuel bottle cap and fill the bottle to the

fill line. Be sure to keep the bottle away from your face and others. (demonstrate)

4. Screw the pump snugly into the fuel bottle.5. Make sure the valve is closed6. Pump the plunger 15-20 strokes. If bottle is half full

pump 15-30 strokes or until firm resistance is felt when pushing the plunger down. (The less fuel, the more pumps)

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1. Remove stove from carrying case.2. Open the legs, snap into position and place the

stove of a stable, durable surgace.3. Unscrew the fuel bottle cap and fill the bottle to the

fill line. Be sure to keep the bottle away from your face and others. (demonstrate)

4. Screw the pump snugly into the fuel bottle.5. Make sure the valve is closed6. Pump the plunger 15-20 strokes. If bottle is half full

pump 15-30 strokes or until firm resistance is felt when pushing the plunger down. (The less fuel, the more pumps)

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7. Lubricate the end of the fuel line lightly with MSR® Pump Cup Oil (saliva or other mineral-base lubricant), then insert it into the fuel tank bushing on the pump.

8. Snap the catch arm securely into the slot on the pump body.

9. Put the heat reflector in place.10.Bend fuel line to allow stove to sit

squarely on the ground.

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7. Lubricate the end of the fuel line lightly with MSR® Pump Cup Oil (saliva or other mineral-base lubricant), then insert it into the fuel tank bushing on the pump.

8. Snap the catch arm securely into the slot on the pump body.

9. Put the heat reflector in place.10.Bend fuel line to allow stove to sit

squarely on the ground.

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Operating the Stove

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Before lighting the stove check that:

• Stove assembly has no fuel leaks.

• Area is clear of flammable materials

• Catch arm is locked and stove is properly assembled.

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Before lighting the stove check that:

• Stove assembly has no fuel leaks.

• Area is clear of flammable materials

• Catch arm is locked and stove is properly assembled.

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Operating the Stove

Priming instructions for white gas:

Priming pre-heats the stove to turn the liquid fuel into vapor. To pre-heat properly, the priming flame must contact the generator tube. Insufficient priming may result in flare-up.

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Priming instructions for white gas:

Priming pre-heats the stove to turn the liquid fuel into vapor. To pre-heat properly, the priming flame must contact the generator tube. Insufficient priming may result in flare-up.

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Operating the StovePriming1. Make sure the Flame Adjuster is closed.2. Open on/off control valve fully.3. Open the Flame Adjuster ½ turn until fuel

flows through the jet for 3 to 5 seconds.4. Turn the Flame Adjuster off.5. Check for leaks at the on/off control valve, Flame

Adjuster, pump, Fuel Bottle Jet and Fuel Line. If leaks are found, do not use stove.

6. Light the priming fuel.7. Place the windshield around the stove, then fold the

ends together to keep it securely in place

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• Priming• Make sure the Flame Adjuster is closed.• Open on/off control valve fully.• Open the Flame Adjuster ½ turn until fuel flows

through the jet for 3 to 5 seconds.• Turn the Flame Adjuster off.• Check for leaks at the on/off control valve, Flame

Adjuster, pump, Fuel Bottle Jet and Fuel Line. If leaks are found, do not use stove.

• Light the priming fuel.• Place the windshield around the stove, then fold the ends

together to keep it securely in place

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Turning the Stove on:1. When the priming flame is down to a small flame

(about 30-60 seconds), slowly open the Flame Adjuster .

2. If the stove :•Goes out, turn the Flame Adjuster off .•Burns with erratic yellow flames, but the priming cup is still burning, turn the Flame Adjuster off and pre-heat longer.•Burns with a blue flame, wait a minute then adjust to desired setting. There is a delay between turning the control valve and changes in flame.

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Turning the Stove on:

1. When the priming flame is down to a small flame (about 30-60 seconds), slowly open the valve .

2. If the stove :•Goes out, turn the control valve off .•Burns with erratic yellow flames, but the priming cup is still burning, turn the Flame Adjuster off and pre-heat longer.•Burns with a blue flame, wait a minute then adjust to desired setting. There is a delay between turning the control valve and changes in flame.

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Turning the Stove on:3. To maintain stove performance, pump the

plunger 3-5 strokes as needed to keep enough pressure in the fuel tank. You should feel firm resistance when you pump down on the plunger. The less fuel in the bottle , the more pumps needed to keep pressure. DO NOT over pressurize. Fuel bottle pressure that is to high causes erratic flames. Low pressure causes low flames and very slow burn times.

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Turning the Stove on:3. To maintain stove performance, pump the

plunger 3-5 strokes as needed to keep enough pressure in the fuel tank. You should feel firm resistance when you pump down on the plunger. The less fuel in the bottle , the more pumps needed to keep pressure. DO NOT over pressurize. Fuel bottle pressure that is to high causes erratic flames. Low pressure causes low flames and very slow burn times.

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4. To cook, adjust the Flame Adjuster to the desired level from low for simmering to high for rapid boiling.

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4. To cook, adjust the Flame Adjuster to the desired level from low for simmering to high for rapid boiling.

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Turning the Stove off:

1. Turn the on/off control valve off . The flame will take a minute or so to die out.

2. WAIT 20-30 seconds to turn off the Flame Adjuster

3. WAIT for the stove to cool before disassembling!

4. Depressurize the fuel Bottle by: unlocking the catch arm and pulling the fuel line out of the

pump assembly. Away away from heat, sparks, or flame, hold the fuel bottle

upright, turn the pump assembly away from you, and unscrew the pump to release pressure!

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1. Turn the on/off control valve off . The flame will take a minute or so to die out.

2. WAIT 20-30 seconds to turn off the Flame Adjuster

3. WAIT for the stove to cool before disassembling!

4. Depressurize the fuel Bottle by: unlocking the catch arm and pulling the fuel line out of the

pump assembly. Away away from heat, sparks, or flame, hold the fuel bottle

upright, turn the pump assembly away from you, and unscrew the pump to release pressure!

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5. For transporting or storing: leave the pump assembly in the fuel bottle or, to be sure the control valve does not open by mistake, unscrew the pump and replace it with the fuel bottle cap.

6. When packing always make sure the Fuel Bottle is depressurized and the On/Off Valve is securely off

7. To Pack: Turn the stove upside down, Rotate the Fuel line assembly down. Fold Flame Adjuster. Rotate legs until snug against enclosure and Latch the Catch Arm

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Turning the Stove off:1. For transporting or storing: leave the pump

assembly in the fuel bottle or, to be sure the control valve does not open by mistake, unscrew the pump and replace it with the fuel bottle cap.

2. When packing always make sure the Fuel Bottle is depressurized and the On/Off Valve is securely off

3. To Pack: Turn the stove upside down, Rotate the Fuel line assembly down. Fold Flame Adjuster. Rotate legs until snug against enclosure and Latch the Catch Arm

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able to:• Explain the differences between the basic types

of backpacking stoves.• Explain the differences between the different

types of backpacking stove fuels.• Explain the safety rules for backpacking stove.• Safely use a backpacking stove.

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Learning Objectives


• Explain the differences between the basic types of backpacking stoves.

• Explain the differences between the different types of backpacking stove fuels.

• Explain the safety rules for backpacking stove.• Safely use a backpacking stove.

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Skills Instruction• Skills Instruction is an integral part of Cub

Scouting, Boy Scouting and Venturing.

• Scouting’s approach to skills instruction is:

See it Do it Test it Review it

• Another way to put it is this:

Explain Demonstrate Try

Critique Debrief

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Skills Instruction• Skills Instruction is an integral part of Cub

Scouting, Boy Scouting and Venturing. It is how Scouts learn most of their skills.

• Scouting’s approach to skills instruction is:See it Do it Test it Review it

• Another way to put it is this:Explain Demonstrate Try Critique Debrief

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Effective Skills Instruction

The steps in effective skills instruction:• Objective• Discovery• Teaching and Learning• Application• Evaluation

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Effective Skills InstructionWe have just completed a skills instruction. Let’s

review the steps.The steps in effective skills instruction:• Objective: It is what you need to teach, i.e., how

to light the stove• Discovery: Realization the skill is needed, e.g.

you didn’t know how to or it is a new type of stove• Teaching and Learning: the actual teaching• Application: Doing it, lighting the stove • Evaluation: Did you learn, can you light it?Also point out that sometimes discovery precedes

objective - can’t do something so let’s learn it.

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Great leadersare

great Teachers

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Great leaders are great teachers

• I would like to encourage all patrol members to watch the teaching techniques of the presenters throughout the Wood Badge Course.

• What can be learned about teaching methods by studying good instructors can be every bit as valuable as the material they are presenting.

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Learning Objectives


• Explain why and when we use effective skills instruction in BSA.

• Explain the steps in effective skills instruction.

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able to:• Explain why and when we use effective skills

instruction in BSA.• Explain the steps in effective skills instruction.

– Objective– Discovery– Teaching and Learning– Application– Evaluation

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