A Cub Scout knows how to stay healthy. Eating foods that give you proper nutrition, exercising regularly, and getting proper rest are the best ways for you to always be at your best.
Safety MomentPrior 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.
Be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
To assist in the safe delivery of the program you may find specific safety items that are related to requirements for the Adventure.
Before starting this Adventure:
For requirement 2, follow the ADA guide for proper brushing techniques.
For requirement 3, if doing the “Ride a Bike” activity:
Sample 3 different foods that are naturally 3 different colors. The food must be a protein, vegetable, fruit, dairy, or a grain.
Demonstrate the proper way to brush your teeth.
Be active for 30 minutes with your den or at least 1 other person that includes both stretching and moving.
Be active for 10 minutes doing personal exercises.
Do a relaxing activity for 10 minutes.
Review your Scouting America Annual Health and Medical record with your parent or guardian. Discuss your ability to participate in den and pack activities.
Sample 3 different foods that are naturally 3 different colors. The food must be a protein, vegetable, fruit, dairy, or a grain.
Tasting different foods of varying colors.
Experience a burst of deliciousness with natural-colored foods.
Cub Scouts will create a trail mix using three different foods that are naturally different in colors. These foods will consist of protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy, and a grain.
Cub Scouts will share their favorite foods of different colors with each other.
Demonstrate the proper way to brush your teeth.
Choose one of the following:
Draw a giant a mouth and use a broom to practice brushing teeth.
Turn daily teeth-brushing routine into a fun and exciting activity.
Invite a dental care professional to a Cub Scout den meeting to discuss the importance of oral hygiene.
Be active for 30 minutes with your den or at least 1 other person that includes both stretching and moving.
Be active for 10 minutes doing personal exercises.
Invite a fitness professional to your Cub Scout den meeting to discuss the importance of exercise.
Create a short workout to explore different exercises.
Do a relaxing activity for 10 minutes.
Some music can relax us by engaging our senses and creating a calming effect.
Read an article from Scout Life magazine to the Cub Scouts.
Review your Scouting America Annual Health and Medical record with your parent or guardian. Discuss your ability to participate in den and pack activities.
Choose one of the following:
Cub Scouts review their Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Records with their parent or legal guardian.
