Things That Go Bump - Travel - 300


Objective:

Visit an establishment that advertises itself as, or has been rumored to be, haunted.

Details:

1) Identify an establishment that advertises itself as/is rumored to be haunted that you’d like to visit. (Google is your friend here.)

2) Visit your haunted location!

3) Take a photo while at your haunted location and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) Tell us about your experience in the comments below! Where did you go? What did you do there? Who was your location rumored to be haunted by? What do you think- was the place actually haunted? Did you pick up on any ghost vibes while there?

 

Things That Go Bump - Research - 300

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Objective:

Identify an old grave marker and learn about the person it memorializes.

Details:

1) Watch The Fascinating History of Cemeteries from TedEd and How Can Historians Interpret Gravestones and Monuments from Dr Matt Neale.

2) Head to a local graveyard or cemetery. (Keep in mind that you can combine this with the find objective if you’d like, and if so you’ll want to make sure the graveyard contains a geocache or letterbox.)

3) Walk around and examine grave markers, until you find one that is particularly interesting to you. Make sure to choose a marker that is at least 50 years old. Additionally, do not choose the grave of a person you have previous knowledge about.

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

5) Do some research to learn about the person whose grave you chose. Dig deep here! If a simple google search doesn’t yield much, try the library or local historical archives.

Let’s say it again for emphasis! This is a research objective, meaning the primary
purpose of this objective is to inspire your to utilize your research skills. Please
put a good amount of time and effort into searching for the history of your grave.

6) In the comments below, share what you learned about your grave and the grave’s occupant. Of course, we’d like to know what you learned about the life of the person buried there. However, it may be the case that even after your extensive research, you cannot find any information directly connected to the name on your grave marker. In either instance, you should be able to make informed inferences based on the marker itself. (Remember How Can Historians Interpret Gravestones and Monuments?)

Things That Go Bump - Visit - 300

Objective:

Go to a movie theatre and watch a spooky flick.

Details:

1) Watch the movie theatre listings for a scary movie you’d like to watch. Please make sure that a) this movie is at a movie theatre (as opposed to a home viewing), and b) you find this movie legitimately scary. (Like previous objectives, do a gut check to decide whether or not the movie is scary enough.)

2) Head to the theatre and watch the movie.

3) In the comments below, tell us us about your experience. What theatre did you go to? Who did you go with? What movie did you watch? On a scale between 1 (not scared at all) and 10 (so scary you left the theatre) how scary was the the movie? Would you recommend the film to friends?

Things That Go Bump - Visit - 350

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Objective:

Head through a legitimately scary haunted house.

Details:

1) Identify a haunted house you find to be legitimately scary. The “legitimately scary” part is key here!

The purpose of this quest is to put yourself in a position to be truly scared within a safe environment. So, do a gut check with yourself. Imagine the moment when it’s your turn to walk through the haunted house. Is your heart racing? Are your hands sweating? Do you want to back out? If so, you’re ready to complete this objective. If not, please up the stakes.

For this objective you’ll most likely have to plan this ahead of time and wait for your opportunity, as obviously there are more opportunities for haunted houses in October than December.

2) Don’t back out! Enter the haunted house and be sure to make it out the other side.

3) Share a victorious photo of yourself post haunted house on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

5) In the comments below, describe your experience. What haunted house did you go to? Describe it! Are haunted houses “your thing” or did you have to work up your courage to go in? How scared were you? Would you ever do it again?

Things That Go Bump - Literature - 300

“Books are the perfect entertainment: no commercials, no batteries, hours of enjoyment for each dollar spent. What I wonder is why everybody doesn't carry a book around for those inevitable dead spots in life.”

– Stephen King

Objective:

Get your heart pumping through reading a horror novel.

Details:

1) Choose a novel from the horror genre. Please make sure that this is a novel that you find to be legitimately scary. How can you tell if it’s “legitimately” scary. Think about reading it in the dark late at night. If you find that idea (at least) a bit intimidating, you’ve got the right book.

Not sure where to start? Try this list of “The 50 Best Horror Novels of All Time” from Paste.

2) Check out the book from you local library, buy it at your local bookstore or get it on Amazon.

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 title, author, and elements that you liked or disliked about the book.

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

Objective:

Guess the answer to The Great Glitter Mystery of 2018.

Details:

1) Read the short article, The Great Glitter Mystery of 2018 from Edith Zimmerman/The Cut.

2) Who do you think the mystery glitter buyer is? Make your guess in the comments below.

Sparkle - Games - 150

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Objective:

Light a sparkler and let loose as it burns.

Details:

1) Obtain some sparklers. It might be easier to do this around the 4th of July, but they’re available online as well.

2) Light a sparkler and let loose. Most of you have experienced sparklers before. But when was the last time you lit one for yourself? Or heck, when was the last time you lit one and really loose?

After you light your sparkler, have fun with it. Run around! Swing it in circles. Be safe, but sparkle like no one is watching.

ATTENTION: This is obvious, but please be safe while you do this. Sparklers are fire, so don’t burn yourself.

3) (Optional) Have someone else take a photo as you enjoy the sparkler, the share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) In the comments below, tell us how you let loose and how you felt while doing it.

Sparkle - Find - 400

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Objective:

Go metal detecting and find something shiny.

Details:

1) Acquire a metal detector. Ask around and see if you can borrow a detector from a friend. Rental is also an option, depending on where you live. This objective is worth 400 points in acknowledgement that obtaining a detector may take a fair amount of planning for some of you.

2) Choose an area to metal detect in. Beaches are usually a good choice, as you may find items lost by beachgoers, and digging in sand won’t disturb the environment. If you choose a non-sandy location, please make sure you’re allowed to dig in the area, and do so conscientiously.

3) Head out for a day of metal detecting! Spend at least two hours searching for treasure.

4) Take a photo of your of the items you dug up and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your hide in our Facebook group.

5) In the comments below, tell us about your day of metal detecting. How did you acquire your detector? Where did you detect at? How did you choose that location? What did you find? Did anything interesting happen? Did you have a good time? 

Sparkle - DIY - 200

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Objective:

Create a glittering craft project.

Details:

1) Identify a glitter craft project that you’d like to try. We’ve provided a list below for inspiration, but you’re welcome to choose a project from any source.

Inspiration:

Glitter Confetti Clock

Glitter Photo Frames (For your fridge!)

Glitter Speckled Mugs

Happy Glitter Rocks (Use googly eyes!)

Glass Glitter Magnets

2) Make your project!

3) Take a photo to of your finished glitter craft and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your experience in our Facebook group.

4) In the comments below, describe your glitter craft adventure. What did you make? What tutorial, if any, did you use? What type of glitter did you use? Was it any fun? Did anything interesting happen? Did you learn anything? Most importantly, how did your project turn out?

 

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Objective:

Crack open a geode.

Details:

1) Watch All About Geodes and How They Are Formed from JTV.

2) Aquire your geode. You can find them on Amazon, but unless you arrange a cost split with fellow scouts finding them locally in smaller quantities might be a better option. (Try toy stores or museum gift shops!)

3) Decide on your geode cracking method. Spend a while researching methods to split geodes. You can do this simply with a sock and hammer, or use more sophisticated tools. Pro tip: If you plan on tackling the visit objective by traveling to a gem show, vendors often offer the chance to crack open a geode.

IMPORTANT!!!: Whatever you do, please be safe! If you’re not up to this, team up with someone who is! Safety first!!! Know your limits and act accordingly.

4) Crack open your geode. (With or without assistance. See #3)

5) Oooooooooo! Check out what’s inside!

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

7) In the comments below, describe your experience. Where did you get your geode? What was the process of cracking it open like for you? What did you find inside?

Sparkle - DIY - 150

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Objective:

Don a sparkling look through the aide of glitter.

Details:

Some of your will love this objective! Others might feel a little hesitant for a variety of reasons. Even if you’re not the glittery type, you’re encouraged to give this a try. Push yourself out of your comfort zone! Think of this as a bit of a sociological experiment.

1) Acquire body glitter. Body glitters come in a variety of shades and shapes. Search around and buy one that you like. (Or borrow some from a friend!)

2) Glitter it up! Apply the glitter anywhere you’d like, as long as it’s visible.

3) Wear the glitter for a full day. You can stay home, grocery shop, go to a party- whatever you’d like!

3) ) (Optional) Take a photo of yourself wearing the glitter and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your experience in our Facebook group. (We’d love it if you all choose to share a photo of your glitter-fied self, but if you’re not comfortable skip it.)

4) In the comments below, let us know how your day of glitter went. What sort of glitter did you wear? What did it look like? Did you stay in or go out? How did other people react (or not react) to your glitter? Did you have fun with the objective, or not enjoy it?

 

Sparkle - Visit - 300

Objective:

Attend a gem, rock and/or mineral show.

Details:

1) Identify a gem, rock and/or show you’d like to attend. These shows are events during which enthusiasts and vendors show off all sorts of cool sparkly treasures pulled from the earth.

Often called “gem and mineral“ or “rock and mineral” shows, the title matters less than what is shown.

Make sure that your event:

-Is “Limited Time” (Meaning that it isn’t a permanent display, but rather one time or seasonal)
-Showcases gems, rocks and/or minerals

For this objective you’ll most likely have to plan this out, mark it on your calendar, and wait for your chance to complete it.

2) Attend you gem, rock and/or mineral show.

3) While at the show, identify your favorite gem, rock or mineral on display. If possible, take a photo of it!

4) Share your photo from #3, as well as a description of what you’ve photographed, on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

If you couldn’t take a photo for #3, do your best to describe what you saw without the aide of a photo.

5) In the comments below, share which (a) show did you attended and (b) one or more interesting thing(s) you observed at the show.

Sparkle - Travel - 400

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Objective:

Mine a gemstone from the earth or a river.

Details:

At 400 points, this objective isn’t easy. However, we chose this objective because we think it will provide an epic experience you’ll remember for a lifetime and is worth the time and effort.

1) Identify a location where you can legally mine gemstones. Make sure you note whether there is a fee to enter, as well as what tools you might need in order to mine.

2) ROAD TRIP!!! Head out to your prospecting area and search for gems! Don’t quit until you’ve found at least one! (This is why the research in step one is important! Identifying a good area will help insure you walk away with a win.)

3) Create and share a field report!
Please make sure to mention the following in your report:

-Your research leading up to your adventure. Please include where you searched and what type of gemstone was present there.
-A description of the day (Who you were with, what was the weather like…)
-What you liked about your adventure.
-What, if anything, you found challenging about your adventure.
-Anything else you think we might find interesting!

Post your field report in the comments below.

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

 

Sparkle - Literature - 300

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"Author Raden does a great job choosing subjects that are both interesting and significant, from the pearl that changed Tudor history to the role of Faberge eggs in the Russian Revolution to the conquistadors’ emeralds to how cultured pearls helped Japan become a world power. Her voice is entertaining and pacing is brisk, making Stoned a quick and fascinating read."

-Jane, Warrenville Public Library

Objective:

Literature: Read Stoned: Jewelry, Obsession, and How Desire Shapes the World by Aja Radan.

Details:

1) Read Stoned: Jewelry, Obsession, and How Desire Shapes the World by Aja Radan.

Check out the book from you local library, buy it at your local bookstore or get it on Amazon.

Prefer listening over reading? Grab the book on Audible!

2) Write a book review and post it in the comments below. Include 3 things you learned from Radan's work. 

Sparkle - Media - 150

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Objective:

Watch a "hidden gem" film suggested by a fellow scout.

Details:

According to the internet, a “hidden gem” “is an idiom which means something which is extremely outstanding and not many people may know about; for example, Blame It on Rio by Stanley Donen is a good movie, but relatively unknown by the mainstream world, hence a hidden gem.”

1) In the comments below, suggest a film you consider to be a hidden gem. Make it something you really enjoy, but that not many people have heard of. (If you’ve read this far, please do this ASAP so your fellow scouts will have plenty of options to choose from.)

2) Choose and watch a hidden gem film from the comments below.
IMPORTANT: The hidden gem should be a film you have never heard of before. That’s what makes it “hidden.”

3) Let us know what film you watched and what you thought of it in the comments below.

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