A bit of "cubstruction"

Our pack activity for Friday evening included an exercise in construction.

First the wood was cut to make three equal length sections.

We used a small Japanese hand saw. The wide blade helps the saw cut straight and the teeth cut as you pull.

After adding a touch of wood glue, the sides were nailed at each end.

The Cubs worked together as a team, the older boys helping the younger ones.

A bit of coaching came from leaders.



Our activities include siblings as well.
(I was once the twin sister who had to sit on the sidelines).

After the sides were nailed in place, the third section was nailed to the bottom.

Finally the top was nailed in place.

The finish!

Line up in order of height with the shortest team member on the stool making the Scout sign.

Were those stools strong?

Did they work?


Did we have fun ... and learn something?
You bet!

And every participant got a saw and hammer activity segment.

The stools went home with the shortest team member, to use helping mom around the house.

And the best part was, I didn't have to carry all those supplies back home!
I love Scouting!