SCOUTING GUIDE

OUTDOOR ART MAKER

Step 1 – See the colors of nature: You probably notice colors outside when they’re very bright, like when you see pink flowers or a red bird. If you look a little closer, though, you can see lots of different colors in nature.

Step 2 – Hear the sounds of nature: When you hear the word “art,” what do you think? You might imagine a pretty picture on the wall or a painting in a museum. But did you know that music and dance are art, too?

CELEBRATING COMMUNITY

Step 1 – Explore community symbols:A symbol is an object that means something special. For example,
the American flag is a symbol that shows we are proud of our country. There are lots of other community symbols to find.

JOURNEY, WOW! WONDERS OF WATER

Step 1 – Plan a Take Action project

MAKING GAMES

Step 1 – Try a Scavenger Hunt: Scavenger hunts are a great way to have fun with your friends or get to know new people. In this step, make your own. First, decide what you’ll look for. Then go on your search.

OUTDOOR ART CREATOR

Step 1 – See the colors of nature:You probably notice colors outside when they’re very bright, like when you see pink flowers or a red bird. If you look a little closer, though, you can see lots of different colors in nature.

PLAYING THE PAST

Step 5 – Become your character: Now, act as your character. Wear your costume and plan to share one thing about your life. You could teach some friends a game you learned, share the food you made with your family, or tell anything else you can dream up to others.

TRAIL ADVENTURE

Step 1 – Choose your outdoor adventure: What kind of adventure sparks your interest? Do you want to go trail running? Or take day hikes with family or Girl Scout friends? It’s your choice— so get started by exploring both of your options.

Step 2 – Plan and prepare: You decided on a trail-running or day-hiking adventure. Now, come up with a plan to make it happen.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: CRANE

Step 1 – Explore simple and compound machines

OUTDOOR ART EXPLORER

Step 1 – Explore outdoor art: Outdoor art-and inspiration for making art of your own-can be found everywhere. Head outside and start exploring.

Step 4 – Be a nature photographer: Photographers are artists who see the world through the lens of a camera. Head outside with a camera and become a nature photographer.