Astronomy is the focus of this Adventure as Tigers explore the night sky and discover constellations.
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.
This Adventure requires night sky viewing, be sure to consider time changes (day light savings time) and when the time of the sun setting.
It is recommended to identify a local astronomy club, college, university, or science center to assist with scheduling and conducting a nighttime viewing event.
Before conducting a craft activity, review the Craft Tips video (2 minutes 34 seconds.)
Observe the night sky with your den or Tiger adult partner. Talk about the items you see or might see there.
Look at distant objects through a telescope, binoculars, or camera. Show how to focus the device you choose.
Observe in the sky or select from a book, chart, computer, or electronic device two constellations that are easy to see in the night sky. With your den or Tiger adult partner, find out the constellation name and how to identify them. Create a picture of one of the constellations.
Create a homemade model of a constellation.
Observe the night sky with your den or Tiger adult partner. Talk about the items you see or might see there.
Conduct a scavenger hunt of what is in the night sky.
Look at distant objects through a telescope, binoculars, or camera. Show how to focus the device you choose.
Choose one of the following:
The basics of how to use a telescope.
Observe in the sky or select from a book, chart, computer, or electronic device two constellations that are easy to see in the night sky. With your den or Tiger adult partner, find out the constellation name and how to identify them. Create a picture of one of the constellations.
Identify and observe two constellations in the night sky.
Create a homemade model of a constellation.
Make a model constellation out of a tin can.
Make an edible model of a constellation.
Glow in the dark painting of constellations.
