Meerkat Raft Builder Badge

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Badge requirements

Raft Builder Meerkat Interest Badge


Do ALL of the Following:

  1. Learn about 4 different types of materials that can float.
  2. Know how to use a paddle and to not use it when someone is in the water close by.
  3. Find about life-jackets and how and when you should wear one.
  4. Build a model raft strong enough to carry a model Captain (eg Lego, clay, stick etc)
  5. Race your model raft with other Meerkats or friends.

About this badge

Type of badge - Crafts and Learning
Where to do it - Best with others. Item 2 could be on water. Time to complete - At least two meetings


Resources

Song - Dip, Dip and Swing