Origins - Find - 250

Objective:

Learn how to geocache or letterbox, and then go out and find one.

Details:

Quest Scouts find objectives often (but not always) center the activities of geocaching and/or letterboxing. If you’re new here, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with one (or both) of these hobbies. (And for those who are old hat at this, this objective will be an easy one!)

1) If you are not familiar with geocaching and/or letterboxing, now is your chance to learn about them. First, watch the videos below:

2) After watching the videos above, choose which hobby you’d like to try out for this objective. Depending on which you’ve chosen, check out the Geocaching or Atlas Quest (aka letterboxing) website to further familiarize yourself.

3) Identify a hide* you’d like to search for.

4) Make the find!

5) Document your adventure with a photograph and post it in our Facebook Group.

6) Along with your photo, tell us about your adventure!

Let us know:

• Was this your first ever find?

• What geocache/letterbox did you find? (Provide GC/AQ number if relevant.)

• Did anything interesting happen while you were searching?

*At Quest Scouts we use the term “hide” as an inclusive term that means either a geocache or a letterbox.

Origins - Art - 200

Objective:

Go back to your artistic origins in a BIG way with crayons.

Details:

1) Grab your supplies.

You will need a:

• A “canvas” of any material (paper, cardstock, wood, etc.) that is AT LEAST 8x10” in size.

• Crayons (The more the better!!!)

2) Relax! Take a moment to embrace the idea that art doesn’t have to be perfect! This exercise is more about creating than the end product.

3) Fill the ENTIRE CANVAS with color. Leave either very little, or zero, white space on the page.

4) Take a photo of your finished art and share it in our our Facebook group.

Origins - Research - 150

Objective:

E-mail Dylan with a question about Quest Scouts.

Details:

Hello! In case you don’t know me yet, I’m Dylan, and I run the show here at Quest Scouts. I’m here to help you with any questions you might have. The best way to reach me is through email.

1) There are many ins and outs to Quest Scouts! For new scouts, it may feel a little overwhelming. The first step to knowing the ropes around here is to familiarize yourself with the website.

We suggest that new scouts check out:

• Your First Badge

• FAQ

• Things to Know (Crossword puzzle!)

2) Once you’ve familiarized yourself with the website, send an email to Dylan at hello@questscouts.com. Within your email, ask Dylan a question about Quest Scouts.

Please don’t get hung up on what question to ask! There are no wrong answers questions here. This objective is more about familiarizing you with the best way to contact Quest Scouts than the question itself. (An easy 150 points!)

3) That’s it! Once you’ve sent your email, feel free to record your points. Please note that Quest Scouts is a labor of love, and I have a day job. I will get back to you, but it might take me a little while.

Origins Micro Objective - Games - 50

Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Complete the Quest Scouts "Things to Know" crossword puzzle.

Details:

1) Click the button below to download and print the Quest Scouts “Things to Know” crossword puzzle.

2) Set a timer for twenty minutes.

3) Press “go” on your timer, then get to work completing the crossword puzzle. Seasoned scouts may be able to complete the puzzle with little effort.

For fresh scouts, this will be more of a learning experience! Feel free to use resources, including the FAQ and quest pages to help you fill in the puzzle!

4) Either finish the puzzle OR work on it until your timer goes off- whichever comes first!

For those who didn’t finish the puzzle, feel free to email hello@QuestScouts.com with any questions you might have been left with!

5) In the comments below, tell us:

• Whether or not you completed the puzzle

• If you completed the puzzle- How much time you had left on the timer?

• If you didn’t complete the puzzle- Where did you get hung up?

• (If applicable) One thing you learned while completing the puzzle
  
  

Origins - Visit - 300

Objective:

Patronize a location that claims it is the “world’s first” or “original”.

Details:

Objective:

1) Identify and locate a location that claims to be the “world’s first” or “original”. Feel free to extend your search to the first in the county as well.

Note: The location should not simply have “first” or “original” in its title, but actually claim to be the first location.

Examples Include:

• World’s First Coca-Cola Painted Wall Sign, Cartersville, GA

• The First Mile of Concrete Highway, Wayne County, MI

• World’s First Dark Sky City, Flagstaff, AZ

Do your best to keep the heart of this objective in mind when choosing your location. It's 300 points, so think big!

2) Visit the the location you chose.

3) While there, create a moment that honors the location. For instance, if you visited the World’s First Coca-Cola sign, consider drinking a coke while there. If you visit the Home of the Hamburger, have a seat and eat a hamburger!

4) Document your visit with a photograph and and share it in our Facebook group.

5) Alongside your photo, let us know:

• What “original” location did you visit?

• Who did you go with?

• What did you do while there?

• Did you have a good time?

Origins - Photography - 200

Objective:

Use a recent photo of yourself that you feel GREAT about to introduce yourself to the QS community.

Details:

1) Obtain a photo of yourself that you feel GREAT about. Here’s the thing- this objective will be harder for some than others, as some folks find it difficult to feel positively about photos of themselves. Do your best here!

If you don’t have a recent photo of yourself that you feel great about, make a point to have one taken! Put on your favorite shirt, grab a friend, and smile for the camera until you’re satisfied.

2) If you haven’t done so yet, join our Facebook group!

(HEADS UP!!! There is a difference between the GROUP and the PAGE- see below. If you’re new here, we encourage you to familiarize with them both!)

Quest Scouts has two hangouts on Facebook.

The first is the Facebook PAGE, where you can find announcements from Quest Scouts and participate in Weekly Challenges.

The Facebook GROUP is where you can make your own Quest Scouts related posts! Often times, objectives will invite you to post to the Facebook group.

3) Create a post in our Facebook group to introduce yourself. (Or, if you’ve been here for a while, feel feel free to re-introduce yourself!)

In your post, please include:

• Your name

• A little bit about yourself

• Your photo (From step 1)

Origins - Travel - 300

Objective:

Travel to the childhood home of a famous individual.

Details:

That’s right! It’s time to go on vacation! The catch? You won’t know where you’re going or what you’re doing there until you’re well on your way!

1) Identify the location of the childhood home of a famous individual within traveling distance from your location.

While “fame” is a bit subjective, for the purposes of this objective we are defining a famous individual as any person who is well known outside of the location in which they reside. In other words, this person’s fame should not only be local, but instead be well known well past the boundaries of the cities/states in which they have resided.

The location does not have to be open for tours, but you at the least should be to respectfully view the structure. If the structure no longer exists, but there is some sort of plaque/monument in its place, that is also acceptable.

2) Visit the famous childhood home you identified above.

3) Document your visit with a photograph and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) In the comment section below, tell us about your experience by answering the following questions:

• What famous individual did you choose?

• What makes the individual famous?

• What was the location of the childhood home you visited?

• What did the home look like?

• What did you do while there?

• Did you have a good time?

Origins - Literature - 200

Objective:

Read a novel that you loved as a teen or tween.

Details:

1) Think back to your childhood- specifically to the ages during which you were reading novels, but before you graduated highschool.

What sort of novels were you reading during this time period? What was your favorite novel? If you had several favorites, feel free to consider them all!

2) Choose a novel you LOVED during the time period described above. (If you didn’t have a love of books during this time, adjust this objective and re-read the first novel you loved later in life. Or, re-read a novel you read during this time and see whether or not you can find things you love about it now that you didn’t in the past!)

3) Re-read the novel! (Listening to the audio version is great too!)

4) Write a short book review and post it in the comments below. Be sure to include:

• The title and author

• The age you were when you first read it

• A brief description of the plot and/or premise

• Why you loved it as a young person

• Anything that surprised you about the novel the second time around

Origins - Media - 150

Objective:

Watch any film that depicts an origin story.

Details:

For the purposes of this quest, we’ll be using the definition of an origin story listed on Wikipedia:

“In entertainment, an origin story is an account or backstory revealing how a character or group of people become a protagonist or antagonist, and it adds to the overall interest and complexity of a narrative, often giving reasons for their intentions.

In American comic books, it also refers to how characters gained their superpowers and/or the circumstances under which they became superheroes or supervillains.”

1) Read the wikipedia entry about origin stories. (It’s short and gives an interesting backstory concerning origin stories in media.)

2) Choose and watch any origin story film.

If you’re not sure which film to choose, you might want to check out this 15 Best Origin Stories in Movies list or IMDBs Origin Story tag.

3) In the comments below, tell us:

• What film did you watch?

• How many stars (out of four) would you award your show? (0= No redeeming qualities, 4= Best movie ever!)

• What was your favorite thing about the film?

• What about the film makes it an origin story?

Far Out Micro Objective - Research - 50

Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Pass down a “moon landing” story from one generation to another.

Details:

There are certain moments in history that were so collectively important that the majority of those who lived through them remember the experience. The 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing was one of those times. Let’s talk about it!

1) Find a story partner. For this project, you’ll need two people. (Yourself, and one other person). One person should have experienced watching the Apollo 11 moon landing, while the other should not have.

2) If you experienced the moon landing, take the time to tell your story partner about it!

• How old were you?

• Where were you?

• Who were you with?

• What was the experience like?

If you did not experience the moon landing, ask your story partner to tell you about their experience! Make sure to listen carefully and ask follow up questions! Do your best to really get to the heart of the story!

3) In the comments below, tell us who your story partner was, and anything else you’d like to share about your experience.

Far Out Micro Objective - Photography - 50

Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Choose a powerful photograph of the 1960's and share it with your fellow scouts.

Details:

1) Spend some time researching historical images of the 1960’s. It might help to choose a topic of the 60’s you’re interested in, and then search for images of that topic.

2) Find an image that you feel powerfully conveys the moment it depicts.

3) Share a link to you image in the comments below and/or in our Facebook Group.

4) Along with your image link, tell us:

• What year the photo was taken.

• What event is depicted.

• Why you feel the photo is powerful.

Far Out Micro Objective - DIY - 50

Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Read about, then drink, Tang!

Details:

1) Do you know what 1960’s historic event saved the orange flavored beverage “Tang” from obscurity? Did you know what governor wanted Tang banned from being purchased and why? Read this article about the history on Tang from conception to the modern day.

2) Drink some Tang! You can find it at many grocery stores, or order it online. For some, this will be your first time tasting tang. Awesome! For others, you’ll remember Tang from your past. You may get more out of this objective through sharing this experience with someone who has never tried it.

IMPORTANT: If you have a dietary restriction that means you cannot drink Tang, obviously you’ll need to skip the “drinking” portion of this objective. If not, please don’t skip it!

2) In the comments below, tell us:

• What did you think of the article? Did you learn anything new?

• How was your tang drinking experience? Was this your first time trying it? Did you invite anyone else to share this experience with you? What did you think of the drink?

Far Out - Art - 300

Objective:

Create a painting in the style of Andy Warhol.

Details:

1) Watch The Case For Andy Warhol from The Art Assignment.

2) ) Based on what you’ve learned about Warhol, choose a modern day commodity to highlight in your art.

3) Choose one of Warhol’s works and create your own version that swaps Warhol’s chosen commodity for your own.

Requirements:

• As the objective states, make sure you use paint (any type) your art.

• As this is a 300 point objective (in contrast to a micro objective), please make sure to put a fair amount of time into your process. Make something you’re proud of!

4) Take a photo of your Warhol inspired art and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your art in our Facebook group.

Far Out - Travel - 200

Objective:

Learn about the birth of fast food, then dine at an establishment through the lens of an ethnographer.

Details:

1) Read “A Crispy, Salty, American History of Fast Food” from Anna Diamond and Smithsonian Magazine.

2) Visit a fast food restaurant. We encourage you to choose a restaurant chain that was established in or before that 1960’s.

3) You’ve most likely dined at a fast food restaurant many times during your life! However, during this trip, put on your ethnographer hat! Observe the restaurant through the eyes of a researcher and take notes!

4)  Answer the following questions:

• What is the “role” of the restaurant patrons? In what ways are they behaving?

• What is the “role” of the restaurant employees? Are all of the employees serving the same roles? Can you tell the difference based on their behavior?

• What function(s) does the restaurant serve for the community it resides in?

• What aspects of your observations support Anna Diamond’s reporting?

• How do you think this restaurant (either this particular restaurant, or the chain as a whole) has changed since the 1960’s? What is/is not present now that was/was not now?

Far Out - Literature - 300

Objective:

Read a best selling or critically acclaimed book of the 1960's.

Details:

1) Check out this list of books from the 1960’s.

2) Choose a book that is listed as a “Fiction Bestseller” and/or “Critically Acclaimed and Historically Significant”. (Please do not choose a “Book of the Month”).

3) Read the book! (Listening to the audio version is great too!)

4) Write a short book review and post it in the comments below. Include the name of the book, author, and what you thought of it.

Far Out - DIY - 300

Objective:

Embrace your inner hippy through
tie-dying your own t-shirt.

Details:

It wouldn’t be a 60’s quest without tie-dye! For this objective, we’ll be creating tie-dyed t-shirts. If you’re already experienced with tie dye prior to this quest, consider attempting a new technique to keep things interesting!

1) Find a tutorial that works for you! There are SO MANY great tutorials online. Do a quick search and find one that works for you! Alternatively, you may want to check out a book on the subject from the library, or consult a friend with tie-dye experience!

2) Gather your supplies! Consult your tutorial for a list of supplies you’ll need. At the minimum, you’ll need dye and a t-shirt.

We’ve created these GROOVY Quest Scouts shirts specifically to be tie-dyed! If you’d like one, order today from the Scout Store!

3) Tie-dye your shirt! (We at Quest Scouts Central are VERY excited to see how they turn out!)

4) Take a photo of yourself wearing your shirt and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your art in our Facebook group.

Far Out - Media - 150

Objective:

Watch two episodes of a popular sixties television show that you are not familiar with.

Details:

How familiar are you with 60’s television? Now is you chance to get aquatinted with a show you’re not yet familiar with!

1) Did you know that wikipedia lists the top rated television shows for every year. Check out the ratings for each year of the 60’s, then choose one you’d like to watch!

IMPORTANT: Be sure to choose a show that you are not familiar with!

2) Watch TWO EPISODES of your chosen 60’s television show.

3) In the comments below, tell us:

• What show did you choose?

• How many stars (out of four) would you award your show? (0= No redeeming qualities, 4= Best show ever!)

• What was the general premise and plot line of the show you chose?

• Do you plan to watch more of the show in the future?