Zoo Visit

Before the meeting: 

1. Set a meeting date for a trip to the local zoo.  If there is a cost to visit the zoo confirm with the pack committee and parents how the cost will be paid for.  Ask if the zoo offers group discounts. 
2. Remind parents and legal guardians of the meeting location date and time.
3. Gather copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
4. Review Annual Health and Medical Records for any restrictions that may impact participation
5. Print an Animal Observation worksheet, one for each Cub Scout. 

During the meeting: 

1. Bring copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
2. Gather at a pre-determined location at the zoo. Explain to Cub Scouts that they will be observing animals and choosing one to focus on to complete the rest of the Adventure. When choosing their animal, they should observe the environment the zoo has created for the animal and read information about the animal posted by the zoo. 
3. Hand out the Animal Observation worksheets. 
4. Allow time for Cub Scouts to observe several animals before selecting one. They may then want to sit and observe the animal for a period of time.  Ask them to think about: 
   • The animal ecosystem 
   • How the animal co-exists with other animals 
   • How humans interact with the animal’s ecosystem 
   • How wildlife management benefits the animal