Did you know that being a Tiger is a lot like being a knight? A Scout is smart, courteous, and strong. A knight was also smart, courteous, and strong! During this adventure, you will be able to do some of the same activities that knights used to do hundreds of years ago. You will be able to make your own shield, build a castle, and have a jousting obstacle course adventure!
Rationale for Adventure
To help the boys realize that the Scout Law is a code of conduct that they can use to make their bodies and minds stronger.
Requirements
Complete requirements 1 and 2 plus at least two others.
- With your den or with your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, say the Scout Law. Explain to your den one of the 12 points of the Law and why you think a knight would have the same behavior.
- If you have not already done so, make a code of conduct with your den that will describe how each person should act when you are all together. If your den has a code of conduct, discuss with your den the updates it might need. Vote on which actions should go in your den code of conduct.
- Create a den shield and a personal shield.
- Using recycled materials, design and build a small castle to display at the pack meeting.
- Think of one physical challenge that could be part of an obstacle course. Then help your den design a Tiger knight obstacle course. Participate in the course.
- Show your understanding of knights’ service to others by participating in a service project in your community.
Takeaways for Cub Scouts
- Understanding of teamwork
- Problem solving
- Creating a game
- Creating a den plan for good manners
- Strengthening relationships through attitude
- Connecting the Scout Law and daily life
- Taking care of the earth by recycling
Historical Requirements
2015 Handbook Requirements
Adventure Locations:
Tiger Handbook, page 162
Tiger Den Leader Guide, page 119
- Do the following:
- With your den or adult partner, say the Scout Law. Explain to your den one of the 12 points of the law and why you think a knight would have the same behavior.
- If you have not already done so, make a code of conduct with your den that will describe how each person should act when you are all together. If your den has a code of conduct, discuss with your den the updates it might need to help den members become more chivalrous. Vote on which actions should go in your den code of conduct.
- Create a den shield and a personal shield.
- Using recycled materials, design and build a small castle with your adult partner to display at the pack meeting.
- Think of one physical challenge that could be part of an obstacle course. Then help your den design a Tiger knight obstacle course. With your adult partner, participate in the course.
- Participate in a service project.
