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Newer, Lighter, Better Gear

Arrow of Light – 5th Grade
High Tech Outdoors AOL
Elective
Requirement 3
Newer, Lighter, Better Gear
Arrow of Light – 5th Grade
High Tech Outdoors AOL
Elective
Requirement 3
Newer, Lighter, Better Gear

Snapshot of Activity

Visit a retailer that specializes in the outdoors and talk camping gear.

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Before the meeting:

  1. Contact a local outdoor retailer and schedule a visit. Let them know that you have a group of fifth graders who are learning about camping gear and how technology has improved gear. This includes weather proofing, weight, and durability.
  2. Familiarize yourself with some of the changes that have occurred for outdoor gear. The Trek website article “Backpacking Gear Changes Through Decades” provides a great history.
  3. Remind parents and legal guardians of the meeting location date and time.
  4. Gather copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
  5. Review Annual Health and Medical Records for any restrictions that may impact participation
  6. Contact the retailer the day before the visit to verify the visit and who will be assisting.

During the meeting:

  1. Bring copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
  2. Explain to Scouts how technology has improved camping equipment over time. If you have a personal story about camping that would be different with current gear, share that story.
  3. As the Cub Scouts move through the store, have them ask questions:
    • Is there a piece of technology you use in other areas of your life that could be used for camping gear?
    • Is there camping gear that you find uncomfortable or hard to use?
    • If you could improve a piece of camping gear with technology that may not exist, what would that be?
  4. Make sure the Cub Scouts get hands-on time with the equipment, climb in tents, try on backpacks, etc.

After the meeting:

  1. Send a thank you note to the store manager and staff.

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Arrow of Light – 5th Grade

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Invite an outdoor expert to a den meeting to talk improvements in camping gear.

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