Exploration Badge

The aim of this badge is to introduce the girls to exploring the outdoor world and participating in outdoor activities
(Please check that all safety/insurance procedures have been adhered to.)
Junior Candidates

1. Go for a walk in one of the following:
   • The country
   • A forest park
   • Along the beach
   • The local park
2. Collect items of interest during your walk but do not pick wild flowers
3. Visit one of the following:
   • Farm
   • Zoo

Candidates

1. Go for a walk in one of the following:
   • The country
   • A forest park
   • Along the beach
   • The local park
2. Collect items of interest during your walk but do not pick wild flowers
3. Visit one of the following:
   • Farm
   • Zoo
   • Historic site
4. Take part in an organised event, e.g. Ecotrail, basic orienteering, scavenger hunt.

Junior Members
7-9 years complete 1 and three others
9-11 years complete all

1. Go for a 2-3km walk in one of the following:
   • The country
   • A forest park
   • Along the beach
   • The local park

   Study your surroundings and prepare a report. You may collect items during your walk to help with your report. (Be aware of local restrictions regarding removal of materials)

2. Visit one of the following:
   • Farm
   • Zoo
   • Historic Site
   • Outdoor education centre
   • Water sports centre
3. Produce a group report on your activities for whichever centre you visited in No. 2. It may be a collage or a frieze.
4. Learn how to use a compass and show how to find north.
5. Take part in an organised event, e.g. Ecotrail, basic orienteering, scavenger hunt.

Members & Senior Members
Members complete 7
Senior Members complete all

1. Know the country code
2. Know the safety code and expedition first aid
3. Know how to read and use a map in order to participate in an orienteering event.
4. Learn how to use a compass and find north.
5. Complete a walk of not less than 8km. This should have a definite purpose, e.g. visit a place of interest
6. Produce a record of your journey. You may use a diary, photos, wall display, scrapbook etc. the record must have a written content of not less than 200 words.
7. Cook a meal outdoors and be aware of the dangers of fires, stoves, bonfires and BBQs.
8. Have spent at least three days at camp or at least one night under canvas in an organised camp.
9. Know what equipment, clothing, footwear and supplies necessary for any activity you might undertake.