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PREPARATION AND MATERIALS NEEDED
PREPARATION AND MATERIALS NEEDED
• U.S. and den flags
• Paint (several colors) or stain as desired to finish one or both of the projects. Water-based paints will make cleanup easier. Check with your local home improvement stores for cans of paint that have been returned as mistakes. The cost for those is usually less. Also, you can request small sample cans of paint, which are inexpensive.
• Sealant (this can be from spray cans or brushed on)
• Old rags to apply the paint or stain
• Paint brushes to apply the paint, stain, or sealant
• Disposable breathing masks
• Disposable gloves to keep hands from becoming stained. Note: First, find out if any of the den members have latex allergies; if so, they will need nonlatex gloves.
• A few days beforehand, remind the Scouts to wear old clothes at the meeting because the products they will use can stain and ruin clothing. A reminder to the parents would also be helpful.
• Remember that this activity will require drying time. If Bears choose to finish both projects—only one finish is needed to complete requirement 4—they can move on to the second project while the first is drying. Have some simple games available (e.g., checkers, tic-tac-toe, rope for tying knots) to keep Bears occupied during this time.
SAFETY NOTE:
Read all directions for the paint, stain, and sealant to determine proper ventilation for the work area and proper disposal of the brushes or rags. Make sure Scouts wear the breathing masks while they work.
GATHERING:
Play Red Light, Green Light. First, select the den chief or a parent as the leader. The Scouts then line up side by side, and when the leader calls “green light,” they move forward as quickly as they can until they hear “red light.” Any player who continues to move after “red light” is called must return to the starting line and begin again. The first person to reach the leader wins and becomes the new leader. Continue until all the Scouts have arrived and everyone has had a chance to play the game.
OPENING
• Conduct a flag ceremony of your choosing that includes the Pledge of Allegiance and the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
TALK TIME
• Carry out business items for the den.
◆Activity 1 (Requirement 4)
◆Activity 1 (Requirement 4)
• Arrange three types of finish on a table, so each Scout can choose the one they want to use. Make sure everyone is wearing old clothes, disposable gloves (nonlatex for those with latex allergies), and breathing masks.
• Natural wood finish: Wipe down the project with a rag to remove any dirt or sawdust that may be present. Then apply sealant directly to the wood. This will preserve the wood while allowing the characteristics of the wood grain to show through.
• Painted finish: The Scout wipes down the project, then applies the desired paint scheme. After that coat is dry, decide if a second coat is desired. If there are drips or runs, a light sanding may be needed in those areas; then wipe down again and paint once more. When that dries, apply sealant to protect the painted finish.
• Stained finish: If a project has a nice wood grain pattern—and paint would only cover up the beauty of the grain—then staining is a good option. The stain may be applied with a rag or a brush. Apply it to small areas, then wipe off with another rag. Continue until the project is finished. If the Scout wants the project to be a darker color, they can apply a second coat of stain, but this isn’t usually necessary. Once the stain has completely dried, apply sealant to protect the finish.
CLOSING
Encourage the Scouts to bring their completed projects to the next pack meeting for display.
AFTER THE MEETING
• Serve refreshments, if desired.
• Record completion of requirement 4.
• Work together to clean up the meeting place.
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