Basic Knots

Basic knots are some of the commonly used knots that a scout should learn and master. They form the basic skill sets that scouts can use towards more advanced applications like pioneering, gadgeting and other outdoor adventures.

This list of basic knot will include the following:

Reef Knot

Knotting Category: Binding Knot

Reef knot (also known as square knot) has the following common usages:


Other common variants of reef knot:

Reef Knot is the knot found on our world scout logo! 

Sheet Bend

Knotting Category: Bend

Sheet Bend has the following common usages:


Other common variants of sheet bend:

Compare a sheet bend with a bowline and spot the differences!

Figure of 8 Knot

Knotting Category: Stopper

Figure of 8 (also known as figure 8) has the following common usages:


Other common variants of figure of 8:

One of the most important knot for sailing and climbing!

Clove Hitch

Knotting Category: Hitch

Clove Hitch (also known as double hitch) has the following common usages:


Other common variants of clove hitch:

There are 2 ways to tie the clove hitch!

Round turn 2 Half Hitches

Knotting Category: Hitch

Round Turn 2 Half Hitch has the following common usage:


Other common variant of round turn 2 half hitch:

Also great for tying your hammock!

Tautline Hitch

Knotting Category: Loop

Taut Line Hitch  has the following common usage:


Other common variant of Taut Line Hitch:

Spot the difference between a rolling hitch!