Friday, 20 May 2011

Sorting on chairs

A non-verbal communication challenge carried out with the patrols all stood on chairs (not allowed to touch the ground). Scouts must then order themselves without speaking as a race:
- by height
- by age
- by first name (alphabetical)
- by month of birth
- by shoe size
- etc...

Water Filtration

Construct water filters from 2L plastic bottles (cut into 2), using gravel, cotton wool, paper towel, etc.
We made dirty water using ash and soil.
[Important to explain the difference between 'clear' water and 'clean' water]

Friday, 6 May 2011

Gaffer tape skills

Basic skills and getting the most out of Gaffer Tape. Different functions and its usefulness.
Things to make:
- Gaffer tape woggle
- Gaffer tape wallet
- Gaffer tape shoes / sandals (with a cardboard sole)
Tip for sandals:
Put the first bit of tape over your foot with the sticky side uppermost. Then cover it with another piece to finish it and fix it in place.