EMBROIDERED PATCH (3 INCH WIDE) WITH CHARMS
Remember: No one should venture in the wilderness on hike alone.

Map Charm (Charm with map and compass) [choose one]
1. Learn how to read a map of the park, camp site, or trail you are near or adventuring on. Decide on a location on the map to discover. Do not adventure out on your own without an adult.
2. Learn how to use a compass and the basic four directions on the compass. Place the compass to north by holding it level in front of you and turn until the North (N) lines up with the needle. Complete the same for South (S), West (W), and East (E). This will show you the correct directions for map reading in those directions.
3. Practice orienteering techniques and plan ahead. Use a simple map for a park, short trail, museum, or place to practice using your map skills. Choose a destination and a return time for the adventure. Use items or landmarks to orientate the area to get to your destination.
5. Once you have completed a practice run of navigating with a map, increase the complexity of the routes chosen. Print out maps and mark two landmarks on the map as destinations.
6. Learn more about geocaching or letterboxing. Use a map or compass to navigate to a letterbox. For extra, you can keep a journal of all the letterboxes you have opened and locations.
7. Learn about one animal that habitats in the backyard, woods or local campground. While you are navigating through a trail, look for animal tracks on a trail or backyard with an adult. Never try to track an animal.
8. Create your own requirement to earn this charm.

Canteen Charm (Charm with canteen) [choose one]
1. Make your own smore. If you have a campfire, place your marshmallow on a stick roast it over the campfire. Place a piece of chocolate on a graham cracker square and place the warm marshmallow sandwiched between two graham crackers. You can also use a microwave if you are camping indoors.
2. Try out some other easy campfire fun treats OR learn how to use a hand can opener and make a treat from a can. Choose one like a banana boat, moose lips, roasted hot dogs, OR cheese sandwich.
3. Create your own trail mix for your camping trip. What did you place in it?
4. Work with an adult and make a recipe for a meal either on the campfire or a lodge kitchen.
5. Work with an adult and help plan meals for a camping trip.
6. Pack a lunch and go on a picnic or trail. Stop and enjoy your creation. Don't forget to bring a drink and stay hydrated. Make sure you don't leave any trash behind.
7. Learn how to take care of your canteen and other gear you need for camping.
8. Create your own requirement to earn this charm.

Lantern Charm (Charm with lantern) [choose one]
1. Learn how to use a lantern during camping. Examples: a guiding light to another tent, bathroom, or a light inside your tent or shelter.
2. Learn how to build a campfire. Have the participants gather small twigs and larger pieces to get the fire built. ONLY an adult should start the fire and maintain it. Show the participants the proper way to put out a fire.
3. Have the participants create fire starters. It can be as simple as shaved waxed candles rolled into wax paper. Let them place it on the fire BEFORE it is started. Children should stay away from the fire.
4. Learn how to cook on a stove in the lodge or a propane stove with adult supervision.
5. Gather around the fire and sing songs and tell stories to each other. (adult supervision is near the fire)
6. Attend a campfire cooking class, encampment, camporee or any event that is camping related.
7. Read a book or learn a new camping skill you can share with others. Example: Skit, food to cook over the fire, song, or camping activity.
8. Create your own requirement to earn this charm.

Backpacking Charm (Charm with backpack and sleeping roll) [choose one]
1. Attend any camping event.
2. Learn how to roll up your sleeping bag and pack your backpack for a camping trip. Prepare or follow a list of items you need for the trip including the proper footwear for weather or hiking.
3. Go on a hike with an adult. Make sure you wear the proper shoes and someone has brought a first aid kit. To ensure you don't get lost make sure you follow a proper trail.
4. Learn how to use a compass. To ensure you don't get lost make sure you follow a proper trail or marked area.
5. Complete a scavenger hunt on your outdoor adventure. Find two different trees, tracks, habitat and a trail.
6. Complete a water activity while you are camping. Example: fishing, canoeing, sailing, rafting,etc. (adult supervision)
7. Complete an outdoor activity of your choice. Archery, horseback riding, etc.
8. Create your own requirement to earn this charm.

First Aid Charm (Charm with first aid kit) choose one]
1. Learn how to clean a scratch or small cut and apply a bandaid.
2. If there is an emergency, learn how to contact 911 and ask for help according to the injury or need for help. Act out emergency situations and what you would do. (let someone be the 911 caller on the other side) Examples: someone fell running down the trail and her leg really hurts, someone fell and her arm has a deep cut, OR someone slipped and now she can't walk. ***
3. Learn how to prevent and treat any small outdoor injuries.
4. Make a first aid with needed items for your family or group to use when needed. Examples: bandaids, ointments, gauze, and bandages.
5. Learn what check, call and care means in case of an injury.
6. Take turns bandaging each other. Examples: Make a sling for an arm, bandage a sprain, cut, and more.
7. Take turns giving first aid to each other for basic injuries. Examples: an injured finger, insect bite, cut, animal bite, burn, or bump on the head.
8. Learn about poison plants, bug bites, blisters, or dehydration. What would you do to help one of these issues?
8. Create your own requirement to earn this charm.

Patchwork Designs is not responsible for any incidents that may happen while completing this program. Always stress the importance of preventing accidents and using adult supervision.