CHAPTER 4: LESSON SPECIFICATIONS COURSE TITLE: RED STAR COURSE ENABLING OBJECTIVE AND TEACHING POINTS CTS NUMBER: A-CR-CCP-116/PC-001 TRAINING DETAILS BUSHCRAFT: 403.16 5. TIME Two 30 minute periods. 1. PERFORMANCE Tie a knot. 2. CONDITIONS: a. Given 3 m lengths of 7 mm rope; and b. Denied assistance. 3. STANDARD The cadet must be able to tie the following knots/lashing and describe their use: a. bowline; b. fisherman's; and 6. METHOD/APPROACH: a. demonstration; and b. performance. 7. SUBSTANTIATION These knots/lashings are required for field exercises. 8. REFERENCES Cadet Reference Book (page 3-56 to 3-58) and Master Lesson Plan. 9. TRAINING AIDS 3 m length of 7 mm rope. 4-29/4-30 c. square lashing. 4. TEACHING POINTS: a. bowline knot; b. fisherman's knot; and c. square lashing. 10. TEST DETAILS As per the Standard Statement. 11. REMARKS: a. The first period should be used to outline the material and the second period should be used to practice; b. Remember the three qualities of a good knot: (1) it is easy to tie; (2) it does not jam and become hard to untie; and (3) it does not slip when weight is put on it. A-CR-CCP-119/PH-001
A-CR-CCP-121/PT-001 EO 403.16: TIE A KNOT The bowline is often called the rescue knot as it makes a simple loop that does not slip. It can be used to tie around yourself or throw to someone who needs a lifeline (or to tie to the bow of a ship). Standing Bight a. make a simple overhand loop (looks like the # 6); b. pass the short end through the hole from the bottom; c. bend the end around the length, and pass it through the small loop just formed and alongside its own continuation; and d. tighten the bowline by holding onto the bight formed by the end and pulling hard on the standing part. The fisherman s knot is used to join fishing line and ropes together: a. tie an overhand knot in one of the ropes, do not tighten it; and b. pass the other rope end through the loop, and tie an overhand knot. 3-55
A-CR-CCP-121/PT-001 A square lashing is used to lash spars which cross at a right angle, touching where they cross. REMEMBER: Start with a clove hitch, do three or four wrappings, frap twice, and end with a clove hitch. Back view 3-56
ROYAL CANADIAN ARMY CADETS Star Program Master Lesson Plan RED STAR COURSE ENABLING OBJECTIVE(S): PO: BUSHCRAFT 403.16: Tie a Bowline, Fisherman s Knot, and a Square Lashing REFERENCE(S): A. A-CR-CCP-119/PH-001 Red Star Course Training Plan; Chapter 4, Page 4-29/4-30. B. A-CR-CCP-121/PT-001 Cadet Reference Book; Pages 3-56 to 3-58. SUPPLEMENTARY REFERENCE(S): Website: www.mistral.co.uk/42brghtn/ Website: www.netknots.com/ TRG AID(S): A. Several 3m lengths of 7mm rope STUDENT AID(S): A. Red Star Handbook B. Pencil and notebook METHOD: Lesson, Demonstration and Performance TIME: 2 x 30 Minutes REVIEW TIME: 3 Minutes I EO 403.15: DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF SECTION EQUIPMENT 1. What is the remedy for a blocked generator in a Coleman stove? Answer: Remove generator for replacement or repair. 2. Explain how to replace a mantle on a Coleman lantern? Answer: a. remove the ventilator and globe; b. clean pieces of the old mantle from the burner cap and tie a new mantle in place securely; c. just before using the lantern, light the mantle and let it burn to ash (it will remain in place over the burner cap as long as you don t touch it, or shake the lantern; then d. replace the globe and ventilator, and follow correct lighting procedure. INTRODUCTION TIME: 2 Minutes 2006-05-04 1/5
WHAT: WHY: WHERE: During this period of instruction cadets will learn how to tie a bowline, fisherman s knot and a square lashing. These knots and lashings will prove to be valuable tools while carrying out duties in the field. Cadets will use these knots and lashings to help construct shelters, latrines, and for other tasks while in the field. BODY I STAGE 1: GENERAL TERMINOLOGY & BOWLINE 1. Rope Terminology: Some of the following terms and phrases are general terminology used when working with ropes: a. Live End: The free, or working end of the rope. INSTR NOTES TIME: 15 Minutes Every cadet should be given a rope. b. Standing Part: The remainder of the rope excluding the live end. c. Bight: A bend or U-shaped curve in the rope. d. Loop: A fold or doubling of the rope, through which another rope can be passed. 2. Bowline: Often referred to as the rescue knot, the bowline can be tied in the end of a rope and used as a lifeline. The bowline is a fixed loop that will neither tighten nor slip under strain. 3. Tying: Use the following steps to help tie a bowline around yourself or an object: a. Pass the rope around your waist (or the object) and hold live end in your right hand. b. Make a small loop in the standing part in front of you and hold it in your left hand. c. Bring the live end up through the loop, around the back of the standing part and back down through the loop. Instructor will first demonstrate tying the bowline. Instructor will demonstrate step by step the tying of a bowline. Check every cadet separately to ensure cadets knowledge of bowline. II CONFIRMATION STAGE 1 d. Tighten by holding onto the live end and the bight formed by the live end and pull on the standing part. 2/5
1. What are some general uses for the bowline knot? Answer (Stage 1, para 2) 2. What is the live end of any given rope? Answer (Stage 1, para 1a) 3. What is a bight in a rope? Answer (Stage 1, para 1c) III STAGE 2: FISHERMAN S KNOT & SQUARE LASHING 1. Fisherman s Knot: The fisherman s knot is generally used to tie two strands of rope together. It is best used when tying fine lines together but also can be used with larger ropes for lengthening guy lines, towing, rope bridging etc. This knot is very secure but can be hard to untie when great amounts of strain have been used on the knot. TIME: 20 Minutes Instructor will first demonstrate tying the fisherman s knot. 2. Tying: Use the following steps to aid in the tying of the fisherman s knot: a. Tie an overhand knot in the live end of the rope but do not pull tight. b. Pass other live end of the rope through the overhand knot along side the live end and tie a second overhand knot around standing part. c. Partially tighten both overhand knots and pull on standing part on both sides until both overhand knots are resting alongside each other. Instructor will demonstrate step by step the tying of a fisherman s knot. Check every cadet separately to ensure cadets knowledge of fisherman s knot. 3. Lashings: Lashings are useful in the construction of improvised shelters, equipment racks, rafts, and other structures. The most commonly used lashing is the square lashing. It is fairly simple to tie, but you are strongly advised to practice making it like all other knots and lashings. 4. Square Lashing: Square lashings are used to tie one log at a right angle to another log. It is a useful lashing for shelter construction or a cross support latrine. 5. Tying: Use the following steps to properly tie a square lashing: a. Tie a clove hitch around the log immediately under the place where crosspiece will be located. b. Twist the end of the rope into the length, then wrap the 3/5 Instructor will first demonstrate tying the square lashing. Instructor will
rope around the cross piece and the upright, binding them together. c. Make two or three horizontal turns between the logs and pull them tight. d. Tie off with a clove hitch around the crosspiece. IV CONFIRMATION STAGE 3 demonstrate step by step the tying of a square lashing. Check every cadet separately to ensure cadets knowledge of square lashing. 1. What are some uses for a Fisherman s knot? Answer (Stage 2, para 1) 2. Where can you use a square lashing when on a corps exercise? Answer (Stage 2, para 4) 3. Why are lashings useful and where can they be used while in the field? Answer (Stage 3, para 3) PERFORMANCE CHECK TIME: 18 Minutes I The cadet must be able to tie a bowline knot, fisherman s knot, clove hitch, and a square lashing and describe uses for each. 1. Bowline 2. Fisherman s Knot 3. Square Lashing 4. Each cadet will fold their rope, creating several loops, leaving approximately 2 feet. unfolded. Use the remaining 2 feet to first lash around the folded rope, and tie off with a overhand (thumb knot) around folds. All ropes now should be neatly bound and ready for storage. CONCLUSION TIME: 2 Minutes SUMMARY: A. During this period cadets have learned how to properly tie a bowline, fisherman s knot, and a square lashing. B. Remember to use a square lashing when joining two logs at a right angle. RE-MOTIVATE: A. Comment on student progress. B. Cadets will use knots and lashings while carrying out duties in a field environment. 4/5
C. The next lesson in Bushcraft will be Identify the Components of a Bivouac Site. 5/5