Task · part of 1. Hazards, first aid, clothing at night, and looking at the Sun
1(c). Clothing and precautions for observing at night and in the cold
Required Often forgotten
Described. Standing still for two hours is colder than walking for four, which is the fact that ruins most first observing sessions.
Notes and warnings
Note. Standing still for two hours is far colder than walking for four, which is the single fact that ruins most people's first observing session. This requirement is worth taking seriously before requirement 4 rather than after it.
Where this step comes from
- Astronomy Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 1(c)