Theme: Compassion
TIME
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ACTIVITY
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EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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BADGE REQUIRMENTS MET
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3:45
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Gathering Activity:
-Exhibits
on display
-Worksheets for each Cub
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Electricity
Worksheets
Pencils
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4:00
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Opening Ceremony
-Opening
Prayer: _____________
-Cub
Promise
-Attendance: ________________
-Welcome/Introduction
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Attendance
Sheets
Stamp and
Ink
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4:05
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GAME:
Differences
Awareness Trail
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BUSINESS:
-Special Activities
-Questions
-Schedule Changes
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March
Calendar
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4:15
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RECOGNITION:
-Den
Demonstrations (have cubs talk about some of the projects they have on
display)
-Certificates
of accomplishment/Badge presentations
-Allow a
couple of minutes for parents to help their cubs update their cub books and
check off completed requirements
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Certificates
Cub Books
Pencils
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4:25
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CUBMASTERS MINUTE: Compassion
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Write the
word ‘Compassion’ on the black board
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4:27
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WRAPUP PACK MEETING:
-Handout schedule for next month
-Badge worksheets for at home work
-Pertinent information to upcoming activities
INVITE PARENTS TO
STAY IF THEY WISH
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Badge
worksheets
Assignment
Sheets
-bird feeders
-March worksheet
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4:30
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GAME: Animal
20 Questions
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4:40
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BADGEWORK: What
to Do if lost
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Trailcraft
#2-e,g,h,I,d p. 81
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4:45
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THEME ACTIVITY: Foot First Aid and Footcare
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Worksheet
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Hiking
Badge #1
Hiking
Badge #2
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5:05
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GAME: Grandpa’s
Footsteps
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5:15
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SPIRITUAL FELLOWSHIP
-Spiritual
Thought: ____________
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Assignment
on assignment sheet
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5:20
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Closing Ceremony
-Grand
Howl
-Closing
Prayer
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5:30
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Promptly
Cleanup & Go Home
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Gathering Activity: Electricity and Conductors
Materials:
q
Worksheet
q
Pencils
How to Play:
Distribute the worksheets as the
Cubs arrive and challenge them to consider the answers with their parents.
After everyone has had a chance complete their worksheet, briefly review the
answers.
Game: Differences Awareness Trail
Materials:
q
Materials needed to do 5-6 of the following
Ideas
Set up a variety of stations where boys can experience
various physical challenges. Stations might include where boys:
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Wear eyeglasses smeared with petroleum jelly to
simulate impaired vision.
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Place cotton in the ears or wear ear protectors
to simulate impaired hearing.
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Tie magazines around the knees to simulate
walking difficulties. If available, have boys attempt to use a walker.
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Are given a copy of the sign language alphabet.
Have someone sign different sayings from a Cub Scout handbook.
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Are given directions to perform a simple task
from someone speaking in a foreign language.
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Are given a copy of the Braille alphabet. From a
Braille board made with dots of hot glue on a piece of cardboard, the boys try
to “read” different words and phrases.
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Have two fingers wrapped together to simulate a
broken finger, then attempt to tie his shoe.
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Use a balance board to simulate inner ear
problems.
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Use a pair of crutches or a walker and attempt
to negotiate an obstacle course.
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Use the non-dominant hand and attempt to write
his name.
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Wear heavy work gloves to stimulate difficulty
with gripping objects and try to stack pennies.
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Use only one arm and try to put on and button up
a jacket or sweater.
Game: Animal 20 Questions
Description of Game:
Choose one person to start. This person must think of an
animal. To make the game easier, he or she can classify what he is thinking
about by saying land, water, or air. Have other players ask questions about the
object that can be answered yes or no. The person who has the object in mind
should answer the question with a simple yes or no. After hearing the answer,
the questioner is allowed to guess the object. The players are allowed to ask a
total of 20 questions. If the guess is correct, the winning questioner now
thinks of a new object. If the answer is incorrect, another player is allowed to
ask a yes or no question.
Game: Grandpa’s Footsteps
How to Play Grandpa’s Footsteps:
One person is chosen to the be
grandpa. That person then has to face a wall at one side of the playing area,
away from the other players. When the game starts, all the other players have
to try and sneak up on grandpa without being seen or heard. At random times
throughout the game, grandpa has to turn around. Any player he sees moving he
sends back to the start. He then turns back around and you can start moving
towards him again.
How To Win Grandmas Footsteps:
The winner is the person who reaches grandpa first and taps
him on the shoulder. This person is grandpa in the next round.
Rules Of Grandma’s Footsteps:
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All players must remain as quiet as they can
when approaching grandpa.
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If grandpa says you’re out, you must go back to
the starting line.
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Grandpa can turn around as often as he likes.
·
If he hears a sound, it is advisable for grandpa
to turn around.
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If a wall if not available to play with, grandpa
can simply face away from the other players.
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This game can be played either indoors or
outdoors.
Theme Activity: Foot Care and Foot First Aid for Hiking
Materials Needed:
q
Resource material below
q
Footcare Wordsearch for each Cub
q
Pencils
Interactively present the information from the resource
material. Work together as a group on the worksheet.
Cub Masters Minute: Compassion
How many of you had fun today? Well, for many people,
activities like these aren’t so much fun. They are a necessity every day of
their lives. You have had the opportunity to experience some of the challenges
that other people face day to day. So now you have an idea of what might be
helpful to someone in that situation. But always remember that people who have
special needs aren’t necessarily incapable. In most ways, they may be just like
you. They might not want or require any help. So always ask whether someone
wants help; don’t assume he or she needs it.
Footcare resources:
Feet & Foot Care for Hiking
Your feet are the instrument you
will be making most use of in Hiking so taking good care of them is essential.
Your foot is a mechanical marvel consisting of a structure of 52 separate
bones, tendons, and muscles together forming a small, flexible but strong
platform. It is capable of keeping us balanced and moving even under heavy
loads and uneven terrains. Today we will consider ways to train your feet and
how to deal with the common ailments that trouble them. We pay special
attention to Foot Blisters which are the number one common foot ailment in
Hiking.
Training and Preparing your Feet for
Hiking
Our feet were naturally designed
to cope with uneven and rough surfaces. However, city streets have replaced the
rougher terrains of old and have made our feet lazy. So it will take some time
to get them adjusted for carrying the extra load of a heavy backpack across
varying uneven terrains for extended periods of time. Here are some tips on
training and preparing your feet for Hiking:
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First of all, you can train your feet by doing
some simple exercises. Regular Hiking and Walking Exercises will keep your feet
prepared and trained for the activity.
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Walking barefoot whenever you can will help you
develop leathery soles that give added protection.
·
If you have dry areas on your feet use skin
cream to keep the skin of your feet elastic and moist to prevent painful
cracking and bleeding.
·
Athlete’s foot is caused by a foot fungus that
can seriously damage the skin of your feet. Make sure to treat it well before
heading out. Hiking Boots provide the perfect condition for the fungi to do
more damage on your feet. Your doctor can provide you with an anti-fungi lotion
that will take care of your problems in a few weeks.
·
Check your toe nails for ingrown or sharp edges
and trim them short before going Hiking.
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If you have parts of your feet that are known to
develop Blisters quickly, you might want to cover them up with moleskin before
even taking the first step.
Toenails
Foot care includes toenails,
which should be trimmed straight across the nail and not rounded at the corners
or trimmed too short. In particular, your big toe is more likely to get an
in-growing toenail so you should leave an extra bit of nail on the outside
corner to prevent this. Once you've trimmed your toenails, smooth the nail down
with a file to remove rough edges that could potentially snag on your socks and
rip the nail. Toenails which are too long can cause pressure on the bed of the
nail which can result in discomfort and pain if you're hiking.
Blisters – Prevention and Treatment
Blisters are the number one foot
ailment in Hiking and they can turn the greatest hike into the most painful
one. Blisters can be avoided by proper Foot Training, having the correct Hiking
Boots and Hiking Socks, and by early detection of possible problems. It is
important to know the causes of Blisters, how to prevent them, and how to treat
them.
What causes Foot Blisters?
Heat: is the number one reason
for getting Blisters. The heat responsible for causing Blisters is mostly
caused by the friction between your skin and the inner of your boot. Sand and
gravel in your boot can increase friction which is why they also cause
Blisters.
Moisture: moist or wet feet from
sweat or water are more susceptible to Blisters as moisture softens your skin.
How to Prevent Foot Blisters
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First of all, select Hiking Boots with good fit
that do not chafe your feet or have painful pressure points. Choose watertight
but breathable boots that give the proper ventilation that will get rid of
excess moisture. Look for fully gusseted tongs that keep sand and gravel
outside of your boots. For more information on choosing correct Hiking Boots,
read our section on Buying Hiking Boots.
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Give your feet ample rest. If you feel that your
feet might be moist or overheated, it might be wise to make some alterations to
your Hiking Rhythm and take a longer rest where you take off your boots and
socks. If you do so, you might want to change socks and dry the ones you had
on. Having two pairs of socks used alternately is always a good idea to prevent
Blisters.
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When conditions allow it, take off your boots
and socks and walk with hiking sandals.
·
Keep between the toes dry and clean - Dry in between
the toes with a towel after showering. If you decide to cool your feet in a
stream or pool then make sure to dry them off well before you put on your socks
and boots.
·
Use talc powder - Apply before and after your
hike to help keep your feet dry and smooth.
·
Watch for overlaps - People with overlapping
toes should be extra careful. If sores start to appear use a cream like Lamisil
that is antibacterial to stop cracks becoming home to secondary infections.
·
Change socks mid hike - Taking five minutes to
change your socks mid hike reduces sweat and heat. Your feet feel like they
have been given a new lease of life. Also, take a small flannel to dry in between
toes to keep sweat build up to a minimum.
·
Take off your boots and socks - When you take a
lunch break take off your boots and socks to give your feet a chance to air and
cool down.
·
Air your boots - Air your hiking boots at night
by keeping them in a cool, well ventilated spot to ensure they are not damp the
next day.
Early Treatment of Itchy Foot
Blisters
Blisters develop over a period of
time and often you can already feel one coming up. Early detection and
treatment is the key to preventing full grown Blisters. If you feel a sore
place on your foot or irritation, do the following:
·
Take off your boots and hiking socks immediately
and remove any sand or gravel from your feet.
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Let your feet dry and cool down.
·
Cover the sore area with surgical tape,
band-aid, or even better special Blister moleskin.
·
Remove the bandaid once you stop hiking and let
the skin recover during the night. The next morning, you can judge for yourself
to apply a new cover or not.
On Healing Foot Blisters
If the Blisters are at the
surface and filled with fluid, you should take a sterilized needle and pierce
the skin blisters. Pierce from the side close to the base of the Blister and
let all the liquid flow out. If the affected skin is still intact then do not
remove it. Instead, cover the drained Blister with moleskin. If the affected
area is ruptured then carefully cut it away and clean the underlying new skin
with rubbing alcohol or an antiseptic. If you have the time, you should allow
the new skin to harden in the open air. If you need to move on again, apply
moleskin and use gauze to keep the moleskin from directly contacting the tender
new skin. Once the new skin has hardened a bit, you can apply benzoin or
rubbing alcohol to further toughen up the new skin. Keep the new skin clean and
sterilize it to prevent infection.
If the Blisters on Foot are
buried deep in your skin and does not hold a lot of liquid then do not try to
puncture them. Instead, just cover them with moleskin.
These are the basic things you
need to know about Blisters. It is essential that you have adequate First Aid
knowledge and training if you are engaged in Outdoor Activities such as Hiking.
Footwear and Socks
To better protect our feet, we
wear socks together with Hiking Boots. In Hiking, the importance of good socks
increases greatly.
Hiking Socks need to be able to
perform the same functions that our everyday normal socks do but only much
better:
·
Hiking Socks should reduce friction between your
feet and your boots, thereby minimizing the wear and tear on both your feet and
boots and reducing the chance of Blisters.
·
Socks should provide your feet with an
additional cushioning layer which further protects your feet from bumps,
scrapes, and chafing.
·
Socks should protect your Hiking Boots from all
the possibly damaging materials our feet shed during walking like moisture.
·
Socks should help your feet maintain their
thermal equilibrium by insulating against heat loss while at the same time
letting through excess heat and extracting moisture from the skin surface.
·
Always carry spare socks to change into mid hike
and blister packs for any pressure points that might develop. The skin on your
feet does slowly toughen up over time with the more hiking you do.
Feet and Foot
Care for Hiking
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| Activity | Ailment | Air |
| Antiseptic | Balanced | BandAid |
| Barefoot | Blister | Bones |
| Boots | Change | Clean |
| Cool | Cushioning | Drain |
| Dry | Exercise | Feet |
| Foot | Friction | Heat |
| Hiking | Ingrown | Insulated |
| Itchy | Lotion | Moisture |
| Overheated | Painful | Powder |
| Preparing | Rest | Shoes |
| Socks | Spare | Tendon |
| Terrain | Toenail | Toughen |
| Towel | Train | Training |
| Trimmed | Ventilation | Walking |
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