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Description

Build a simple catapult

Tripod lashing and square lashing
Takes about 90-110mins with inexperienced lashers, so consider whether to :
- do over 2weeks with scout section.
- part assemble if you need it to go faster on a section night!

For other great pioneering ideas, see Bournemouth scouts site https://www.bournemouthexplorers.org.uk/resources/pioneering-projects/

Resources

For catapults:
-plenty of broom handles or scout staves/pioneering poles as appropriate)
-rope/sisal of appropriate thickness to grip them
-cups or empty tuna cans, elastic cord

Projectiles:
-tennis balls
-bean bags
-eggs (check for allergies)

Plus assorted targets

Instructions

Each team build their own catapult, and see who can fire a tennis ball at the opponents target.
- Distance 10 points
- hoops 10,20,& 30 points
- target 100-10


Check badge requirements carefully before awarding as not all will be appropriate for small catapult creations

Tags

• construction
• pioneering knots lashings

Badge Links

• Camp Craft - Pioneering
• Outdoors - Camp Gadget
• Pioneer - Indoors
• Pioneer - Knots
• Pioneer - Lashing
• Pioneer - Project