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| === '''Survival Challenge: Make a Bush Cup''' ===
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| ==== '''Objective''' ====
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| Students will craft a functional bush cup (a small, natural drinking vessel) using only natural or limited materials, emphasizing creativity, resourcefulness, and bushcraft skills.
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| === '''Materials Needed''' ===
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| ==== '''Natural Materials''': ====
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| * '''Wood''': A log or large branch from a softwood tree (e.g., willow, birch, or poplar).
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| * '''Bark''': Large, flexible pieces of bark (birch works best).
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| * '''Leaves''': Large, non-toxic leaves for lining (optional).
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| ==== '''Tools''': ====
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| * Knife or small axe for carving.
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| * Spoon gouge or improvised scraping tool (e.g., a rock or shell).
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| * Fire and coals (optional, for hollowing).
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| ==== '''Safety Gear''': ====
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| Gloves, safety goggles, and first aid supplies.
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| === '''Preparation''' ===
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| # '''Set Up Workspace''':
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| #* Choose a safe carving area with clear boundaries and instructions for handling tools.
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| #* Have water buckets available if using fire for hollowing.
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| # '''Teach Skills''':
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| #* '''Carving Basics''': Demonstrate safe knife and axe techniques.
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| #* '''Material Selection''': Show students how to identify and select suitable wood or bark.
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| # '''Examples''':
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| #* Provide examples of simple bush cups, both carved and bark-based.
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| === '''Challenge Instructions''' ===
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| ==== '''Option 1: Carved Wooden Cup''' ====
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| # '''Choose a Log''':
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| #* Select a softwood log or branch at least 4–6 inches in diameter.
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| # '''Shape the Cup''':
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| #* Use a knife or axe to carve the exterior shape of the cup.
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| #* Smooth the surface with finer carving or scraping.
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| # '''Hollow the Interior''':
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| #* '''Knife/Gouge Method''': Use a spoon gouge or knife to scrape out the center.
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| #* '''Burning Method''': Use a hot coal placed in the center to char the wood. Blow gently to control the burn, then scrape out the charred wood.
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| # '''Smooth and Finish''':
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| #* Sand the edges if tools are available, or use a smooth rock.
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| #* Ensure the interior is smooth enough to hold liquid.
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| ==== '''Option 2: Bark-Based Cup''' ====
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| # '''Harvest Bark''':
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| #* Carefully remove a sheet of bark from a suitable tree (e.g., birch) without damaging the tree's core.
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| # '''Shape the Cup''':
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| #* Fold the bark into a cone or cylindrical shape.
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| #* Secure the edges with natural cordage, thin vines, or small wooden pegs.
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| # '''Seal the Cup''':
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| #* If available, use sap or resin to seal seams.
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| #* Line the interior with large, non-toxic leaves if necessary.
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| ==== '''Step 3: Test the Cup''' ====
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| * Pour water into the cup to check for leaks and usability.
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| * Make adjustments as needed to improve functionality.
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| === '''Challenge Variations''' ===
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| # '''Speed Challenge''': Who can craft a usable cup the fastest?
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| # '''Natural-Only''': Restrict tools to natural materials like rocks or shells.
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| # '''Aesthetic Bonus''': Award points for the most creative or beautifully crafted cup.
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| # '''Utility Test''': Use the cups to collect water or drink from a natural source.
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| === '''Debrief and Reflection''' ===
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| # '''What Worked Well''':
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| #* Discuss successful techniques and materials.
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| # '''Challenges Faced''':
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| #* Reflect on difficulties encountered, like shaping or sealing the cup.
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| # '''Application of Skills''':
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| #* Explore how these skills could be useful in survival situations or historical contexts.
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| ----This bushcraft challenge is ideal for Acton Academy’s hands-on, learner-driven approach. It fosters creativity, patience, and problem-solving, all while building a tangible and functional product.
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