Copyright 1996, Boy Scouts of America, ISBN 0-8395-4308-5
Equipment: For each patrol, a 10-foot rope, a staff or broomstick, and a blanket, arranged casually in corner of room, ready for use.
| Item | Person responsible for bringing |
| 2 10-foot lengths of rope (1 per patrol) | John McCarthy |
| 2 staffs or broomsticks (1 per patrol) | Gena Swanson (see Problem 5) |
| 2 blankets (1 per patrol) | John McCarthy (see Problem 5) |
Method: Each patrol places a Scout "victim" in a prone position at the opposite end of the room. Announce that this victim has broken through the ice and that it is up to each patrol to rescue its victim and to render first aid.
Note the following:
- Whether ropes and stave are noticed and used.
- Whether artificial respiration is given.
- Whether the victim is warmed by the blanket and treated for shock.
- If doctor is called.
Scoring: The patrol with the best performance and time wins.
Variation: Drowning Accident - Announce that a Scout has fallen into the water. Each patrol is to rescue the victim and render first aid. Observe the same rules as for Ice Accident.
Last revised 3/20/2001