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SCOUTS HAVE FUN PUTTING THEIR OUTDOOR SKILLS INTO ACTION WITH THE WATER BOILING RACE
Learning how to effectively ignite tinder, and then feed the flames with kindling is both an art and a science. Once you have the knack, it appears to be an easy process, but it’s always based on being aware of what the fire needs in terms of oxygen, heat, and fuel, along with the kindling temperature of the materials you’re using.
View How to Light and Feed a Fire Video: https://youtu.be/Nf96su-aYIQ?si=KyOhRfJnyaRKZ6w-
—> After a Scout skill is learned, there should be an opportunity to put it into action in a fun way that illustrates how it’s used. Here’s a friendly competition your troop will really enjoy
WATER BOILING RACE
Each patrol will need a 16 oz. can filled with water to within 1/2-inch from the top and containing one teaspoon of soap powder or squirt of liquid soap, two or three matches, two bricks to rest the can on, an area to build the fire that will not impact the environment and is positioned a safe distance from other patrol fire areas, a fire bucket filled with water.
Before the race, each patrol gathers and organizes native tinder, and kindling for their fire (or is limited to materials provided). Each patrol selects two representatives. On signal, the two Scouts set up their fireplace, light a fire, place the can of water over the fire, and keep feeding the fire until the water boils. Other patrol members can help as needed.
For a library of ideas on how to make more fun happen during meetings and outings, visit the activities section of the Troop Leader Resource Hub: https://troopleader.scouting.org/activities/
View Water Boiling Race Video: https://youtu.be/pGNl8NZLYQI?si=UKEhfIuQX4xDT-1w