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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. | ----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. | ||
=== '''Survival Challenge: Make a Bush Cup (Including Split Log Cup)''' === | |||
==== '''Objective''' ==== | |||
Students will craft a functional bush cup using either carved wood, bark, or a split log method. This challenge encourages creativity, adaptability, and hands-on bushcraft skills while exploring different techniques to achieve the same goal. | |||
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=== '''Materials Needed''' === | |||
==== '''Natural Materials''': ==== | |||
* '''Wood''': A softwood log or large branch (willow, birch, or poplar are ideal). | |||
* '''Bark''': Large, flexible sheets of bark (e.g., birch). | |||
* '''Leaves''': Large, non-toxic leaves for lining (optional). | |||
==== '''Tools''': ==== | |||
* Knife, axe, or small saw (for splitting and carving). | |||
* Spoon gouge or improvised scraping tools (e.g., a rock or shell). | |||
* Cordage or vines (for binding). | |||
==== '''Safety Gear''': ==== | |||
Gloves, safety goggles, and a first aid kit. | |||
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=== '''Preparation''' === | |||
# '''Set Up Workspace''': | |||
#* Choose a safe carving area with enough space for students to work with tools. | |||
#* Provide clear safety instructions for handling knives, axes, and saws. | |||
# '''Skill Introduction''': | |||
#* Demonstrate basic carving, splitting, and safe use of tools. | |||
#* Show students how to identify and select suitable wood or bark. | |||
# '''Examples''': | |||
#* Provide examples of wooden, bark, and split-log cups to inspire students. | |||
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=== '''Challenge Instructions''' === | |||
==== '''Option 1: Split Log Cup''' ==== | |||
# '''Choose and Prepare the Log''': | |||
#* Select a small log or thick branch (4–6 inches in diameter). | |||
#* Cut the log to the desired cup height (6–8 inches is a good starting point). | |||
# '''Split the Log''': | |||
#* Use an axe or sturdy knife with a mallet to split the log in half. | |||
# '''Hollow Out the Center''': | |||
#* Carve out a hollow section in the flat face of one half. | |||
#* Use a knife, spoon gouge, or improvised tool (e.g., a sharp rock) to scrape the wood, creating a shallow basin. | |||
# '''Seal the Edges (Optional)''': | |||
#* Use resin, sap, or plant-based adhesive to make the cup more water-resistant. | |||
# '''Secure the Cup (Optional)''': | |||
#* Bind the split log back together with cordage, vines, or twine if you want to enclose the hollowed-out area. | |||
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==== '''Option 2: Carved Wooden Cup''' ==== | |||
(Refer to the original carved wooden cup instructions). | |||
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==== '''Option 3: Bark-Based Cup''' ==== | |||
(Refer to the original bark-based cup instructions). | |||
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=== '''Step 4: Test the Cups''' === | |||
* Pour water into the cups to check for leaks and functionality. | |||
* Make adjustments as necessary, like deepening the hollow or sealing gaps. | |||
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=== '''Challenge Variations''' === | |||
# '''Speed Test''': Who can create the most functional cup in a set time? | |||
# '''Multi-Material''': Combine methods, such as lining a split log cup with bark for added durability. | |||
# '''Weight Test''': Test cups by holding progressively heavier amounts of water. | |||
# '''Creativity Points''': Reward students for unique designs or decorative elements. | |||
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=== '''Debrief and Reflection''' === | |||
# '''What Worked Best?''' | |||
#* Discuss the pros and cons of each method. | |||
# '''Challenges''': | |||
#* Reflect on issues like splitting the log cleanly or creating a leak-proof design. | |||
# '''Real-World Application''': | |||
#* Explore how these methods could be used in survival scenarios or historical bushcraft. | |||
----Adding the split log method introduces a practical, low-effort option for students, broadening the range of skills they can develop while maintaining the challenge’s focus on survival and resourcefulness. This variation encourages experimentation and adaptability, core values of Acton Academy's learning philosophy. | |||
