Revamp Revolution

Activity

Our planet is in trouble, and we have a consumption addiction. We buy things made from new, raw materials delivered in plastic packaging with the simple click of a button. We’re all guilty of it – this statement is not meant to shame anyone. But it’s time we took a serious look at our habits and why we believe in the need for constant new items. To simply recycle and compost is just not enough. We are generating waste at an unprecedented rate.  

Upcycling means creating something new from discarded materials by repairing, refurbishing, or repurposing them. The upcycling movement emerged from a growing concern about collective waste. It has now become an outlet of creativity for many people who are focused on keeping things out of landfills. 

Using something old, turn it into something new!

Adaptations for Abilities

Easier 

  • Junk modelling – bring a bag of recycling, and set a challenge to make it into a …...... 
  • Use an old uniform shirt and transform into uniform for the future 

Harder

  • Upcycle that damaged tent – the canvas, the guy lines, the poles, what can you make with them together or individually 
  • Use an old uniform shirt and transform into uniform for the future 

Badge Links

  • Squirrels All Around Us Challenge Award  
  • Squirrels Get Creative Activity Badge  
  • Squirrels Brilliant Builder Activity Badge  
     
  • Beaver Skills Challenge 
  • Beaver Builder Activity Badge 
  • Beaver Creative Activity Badge 
     
  • Cub Skills Challenge 
  • Cub Artist Activity Badge 
     
  • Scout Skills Challenge 
  • Scout Craft Activity Badge 
  • Scout Fundraising Activity Badge 
     
  • Explorers Creative Arts Activity Badge 
  • Explorers Fundraising Activity Badge 
  • Chief Scout's Platinum Award 

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