Model Maker Activity Badge
To gain this badge, Scouts must complete the requirements in one of the following alternatives:
Alternative A
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Choose one of the following two activities:
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Build a model involving the use of a plastic or white metal kit or pre-cast figures.
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Design and construct a model from wood, plastic or metal construction set (such as Lego or Meccano).
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Build a model involving the use of a plastic or white metal kit or pre-cast figures.
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Demonstrate knowledge of the different types of kits or parts available in the material you chose.
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Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative B
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Construct a model aeroplane, using a kit if desired. When flown, it must meet one of the following target flight performances:
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hand-launched glider: to fly for 25 seconds.
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tow-launched glider: to fly for 45 seconds with 50 metres maximum line length.
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rubber-powered aircraft: to fly for 30 seconds.
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engine-powered aircraft: to fly for 45 seconds with 15 seconds maximum motor run.
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control
line aircraft: to show a smooth take off and landing, with three laps
of level flight at about 2 metres, with a climb and dive.
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hand-launched glider: to fly for 25 seconds.
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Discuss the experience of building and flying the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative C
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Build
an electric or engine-powered model boat or yacht not less than 45 cm
in length (kits permitted) and show it to be capable of maintaining a
straight course of not less than 25 metres.
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Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative D
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Choose one of the following two activities:
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Build
an electric slot car racer and drive it a minimum distance of 122
metres on any track without stopping or leaving the slot more than four
times.
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Build
a free running car of any type (kits permitted) and demonstrate that it
will run for at least 18 metres. Airscrew drive is allowed.
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Build
an electric slot car racer and drive it a minimum distance of 122
metres on any track without stopping or leaving the slot more than four
times.
- Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative E
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Build a model coach or wagon and demonstrate that it runs satisfactorily behind a scale locomotive.
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Build a scaled scenic model, such as a station or farmhouse (kits allowed) for a railway layout.
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Discuss the experience of building your models with a knowledgeable adult.
Notes
If
you need help designing alternatives to these requirements for those
with special needs please contact the Special Needs Office at Gilwell
Park.