Grow Something

Wolf Elective Adventure: Grow SomethingHow do plants and vegetables grow? It is like magic—we prepare the soil, stick a seed in the ground, water it, and before you know it, something is growing. Wow! There are some plants that grow without soil; they grown in water. Taking care of a garden is quite a bit of work but can be very rewarding. Learning to take care of things is the key. Sun, water, shade, fertilizer—these are all things that are very important in helping plants grow.

Rationale for Adventure

In this adventure, Wolves will come to understand how plants grow and the importance of taking care of our natural resources and the environment. They will also learn about the tools needed to plant and tend a garden.

Requirements

Complete the following requirements

  1. Select a seed, and plant it in a small container. Care for it for 30 days. Take a picture or make a drawing of your plant once each week to share with your den.
  2. Find out the growing zone for your area, and share the types of plants that will grow best in your zone.
  3. Visit or research a botanical or community garden in your area, and learn about two of the plants that grow there. Share what you have learned with your den or family.
  4. Complete one of the following:
    1. Make a terrarium.
    2. Using a seed tray, grow a garden inside your home. Keep a journal of its progress for 30 days. Share the results with your den or family.
    3. Grow a sweet potato plant in water. Keep a journal of its growth for two weeks. Share it with your den or family.

Takeaways for Cub Scouts

  • Learning important life skills
  • Learning how to observe and listen carefully
  • Taking care of plants and the environment
  • Working in teams

Historical Requirements

2015 Handbook Requirements

Wolf Handbook, page 244
Wolf Den Leader Guide, page 145

  1. Select a seed, and plant it in a small container. Care for it for 30 days. Take a picture or make a drawing of your plant once each week to share with your den.
  2. Find out the growing zone for your area, and share the types of plants that will grow best in your zone.
  3. Visit or research a botanical or community garden in your area, and learn about two of the plants that grow there. Share what you have learned with your den.
  4. Make a terrarium.
  5. Do one of the following:
    1. Using a seed tray, grow a garden inside your home. Keep a journal of its progress for 30 days. Share the results with your den.
    2. Grow a sweet potato plant in water. Keep a journal of its growth for two weeks. Share it with your den.