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Description

Cubs / Beavers will explore the outdoors to search for mini-beasts, learning about their environmental roles while practicing safe handling.

Resources

- Mini-beast containers or jars
- Magnifying glasses (if available)
- Identification cards / books

Instructions

1. Gather Cubs / beavers and explain what mini-beasts are and why they are important for the environment.
2. Distribute mini-beast containers (or jars) for Cub / beavers to collect specimens.
3. Set clear boundaries for where Cubs / beavers can search and ensure adult supervision in smaller groups.
4. Instruct Cubs / Beavers to gently lift logs, rocks, or other debris to search for mini-beasts, reminding them to put everything back as they found it.
5. After a set time, reconvene to discuss what they found; encourage Cubs / beavers to share their experiences and observations.

Tags

• beavers
• beavers wild
• cubs
• gardener
• gardener badge
• mini beasts

Badge Links

• Explore - Predict
• Explore - What and where
• Gardener - Mini beasts
• Gardener - Record
• Gardener - Trees
• Outdoors - Five animals
• Outdoors - Natural activity
• Teamwork - Friend
• World - Mini-beast hunt