Tech on the Trail Webelos Adventure
- Adventure name: Tech on the Trail
- Rank: Webelos
- Type: Elective
- Category:
Overview
Getting outside is a fun part of being a Cub Scout . Using technology outdoors can be an important part of helping you explore the world around you . Prior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved. All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.
Requirements
Requirement 1
Discuss how technology can help keep you safe in the outdoors.
Activities:
- Check the App (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 5, prep 2) Cub Scouts explore weather apps to prepare for outdoor activities.
- Weather App Scavenger Hunt (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 5, prep 2) Cub Scouts explore weather apps and discover what the weather is like in various locations.
Requirement 2
Explore Global Positioning Satellite and how to use it.
Activities:
- Webelos Geocache (Outdoor, energy 3, supplies 5, prep 3) Cub Scouts explore how to use GPS to find geocaches.
Requirement 3
With an adult, choose an online mapping program tool and plan a 2-mile trek.
Activities:
- Where and How Long? (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 5, prep 2) Cub Scouts use technology to find a place to take a 2-mile trek.
Resources
Note: This is an unofficial archive of Cub Scout Adventures that was automatically extracted from the Scouting America website and may contain errors.