Lashing Evaluation - Pathfinder Skills Event

Lashing Event Description
The Lashing Pathfinder Skills Event consists of constructing a bench, by using square lashing.  The Pathfinders will start with a Clove Hitch Knot, and will do four (4) frappings turns.  Once the bench is finished, the captain will say “DONE,” and the team will step aside.  The Judge will check for accuracy, correct knot, and will sit for 7 seconds.  Pathfinders should stand at attention at one side of the bench facing the PSE judge.  Pathfinders will have a maximum of four (4) minutes for this PSE.

Rules for the Lashing Event
- A maximum of four (4) Pathfinders are required per club, which should include at least one eTracker, at least one Varsity, at least one boy, and at least one girl.
- The sticks for the frame and seat, along the ropes, will be provided by the conference.  Pathfinders can practice using the same measurements as above.
- The Pathfinder team must be ten (10) feet away from the pile.  Time will begin when the whistle is blown.
- Knots should be tied tightly at each corner.
- When ready for inspection, the team should go to the side of the bench.
- Time will stop at the time that the captain calls “DONE.”
- There will be NO outside coaching during the event.  If the rules are broken, the Pathfinders are disqualified.

Materials Required
Six 2-foot Sticks (for the frame)
Eight 10-foot Ropes
Ten 2-feet Sticks (for the seat)
Sticks are 1  7/16" in diameter

Lashing Event Results
First Place - 3:15 minutes and under
Second Place - 3:16 to 4:45 minutes
Third Place - 4:46 to 6:00 minutes
Participation - over 6 minutes

YouTube Video Link for Lashing Instructions
Click here:  https://youtu.be/9MelDZc2rgk

Picture of Example of Lashing Bench To Be Made
Click here:  Lashing - Bench Picture