Woodlands Trail
Introduction
Overview
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Heritage Branch
Branch color is BROWN
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 2 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 4 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Christian Heritage | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | Flag Etiquette and History | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Founding Fathers | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | My Family | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | My Community | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Early America | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 07 | National Symbols | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 08 | Armed Forces | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 09 | American Culture | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 10 | My State | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Historical Sites
- Battlefiled
- Historic District
- Historic House or Building
- Attend Veteran's Day Parade
- Attend Independence Day Parade
- A National Monument
- Historical Sites
- Inside
- Library
- Museum
- Government Building
- Special Guests
- Historian or History Teacher
- Farmer
See the Heritage HTT Activity List for more details.
Hobbies Branch
Branch color is BLACK
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 1 Core, 2 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 2 Core, 4 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
Note: The Hobbies branch is unique in that it only has one core step combined with program flexibility for hobbies electives.
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | General Hobbies | Core | Helps Doc | Lesson Plan |
| N/A | Collections (example) | Elective | Helps Doc | |
| N/A | Fishing (example) | Elective | Helps Doc | |
| N/A | Model Building (example) | Elective | Helps Doc | |
| N/A | Various Hobbies | Elective | Use this to teach about any Hobby |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Bird / Butterfly Watching
- Astronomy
- Geocaching
- Bicycle Riding
- Art Festival
- Inside
- Trail Life 500 (aka Pinewood Derby)
- Working with collection hobbies
- Museum
- Hobby Shop
- Collector Store
- Pottery / Ceramics Craft Store
- Art centers / studio
- Special Guests
- Hobbyists
- Artists
- Woodworkers
- Photographers
See the Hobbies HTT Activity List for more details.
Life Skills Branch
Branch color is MAROON
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 3 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 6 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | First Aid - Traumatic | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | First Aid - Medical | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Map Skills | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | Personal Safety | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | Stewardship | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Manners | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 07 | Water Safety | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 08 | Home Maintenance | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 09 | Animal Care | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 10 | Gardening | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 11 | Indoor Cooking | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 12 | Repairs | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Garden / Nursery
- State Park
- Zoo
- Farm
- Marina
- Inside
- Hospital Clinic
- Pet Hospital
- Police Station
- Fire Station
- Restaurant Kitchen
- College
- Special Guests
- Doctor
- Nurse
- Lifeguard
- Police
- Firefighter
- Veterinarian
- Chef
See the Life Skills HTT Activity List for more details.
Outdoor Skills Branch
Branch color is BLUE
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 3 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 6 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Ropes & Knots | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | Orienteering | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Outdoor Cooking | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | Camping & Hiking | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | Edge Tools / Woodsman | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Fire Safety / Fireguard | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 07 | Fishing | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 08 | Tread Lightly | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 09 | Tracking | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 10 | Communications / Signaling | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Campout
- Hiking Trail
- Marina
- Orienteering Course
- Geocaching
- Cave tour
- Inside
- Indoor ropes course
- Indoor rock climbing
- Special Guests
- Park Ranger
- Survivalist
- Wilderness Rescue Trainer
See the Outdoor Skills HTT Activity List for more details.
Special Awards for Mt. Lions
Science & Technology Branch
Branch color is ORANGE
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 2 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 4 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Know Your Environment | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | Science in Weather | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Simple Tools & Machines | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | Astronomy | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | Rocketry | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Ancient Weapons | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 07 | Improvised Tools | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 08 | Botany | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Astronomy / Sky Party
- Airport / Seaport
- Local Architectural Structure (Bridges, Buildings, etc.)
- Construction Site
- Rockets (Water or Air Powered)
- Catapult / Trebuchet
- Inside
- Museum
- Radio / Television Station
- Science Center
- Maker Space
- Special Guests
- Scientist
- Engineer
- Doctor
- Inventor / Maker
- Construction Worker
- Botanist
See the Science & Tech HTT Activity List for more details.
Sports & Fitness Branch
Branch color is GREEN
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 2 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 4 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
Note: The elective steps for this branch do not include full lesson plans. You can use the Create Your Own Meeting Planner to assist in preparing for teaching one of these elective steps.
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Nutrition & Fitness | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | Learn About Sports | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Uncommon Sports | Elective | N/A | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | Team Sports (i.e. soccer) | Elective | N/A | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | Individual Sports (i.e. bowling) | Elective | N/A | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Other Sports (i.e. swimming ) | Elective | N/A | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Sports Track
- Sports Field (i.e. Football, Baseball, Soccer)
- Hiking Trail
- Obstacle Course
- Inside
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Sports Complex
- Roller Skating Rink
- Bowling
- Special Guests
- Professional Athlete
- Coach
- BMX / Mountain Bike Rider
- Sports Broadcaster
See the Sports & Fitness HTT Activity List for more details.
Values Branch
Branch color is RED
Requirements
- Branch Pin: 3 Core, 1 Elective, 1 HTT
- Sylvan Star: 6 Core, 2 Elective, 2 HTT
Steps
| Step # | Step Name | Step Type | Teaching Resources | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Godly Values | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 02 | Our Faith | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 03 | Godly Citizenship | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 04 | Service | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 05 | Teamwork | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 06 | Truthfulness & Integrity | Core | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 07 | Courage | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 08 | Obedience | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 09 | Righteousness | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 10 | Wisdom | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 11 | Dedication | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 12 | Repentance | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
| Step 13 | Respect Life | Elective | Lesson Plan | Helps Doc |
Hit the Trail Actvities
- Outside
- Historic areas where people are recognized for their values
- Statues of famous people
- Landmarks of historical movements
- Visit locations where good values lead to helping others
- Habitat for Humanity house
- Food drives
- Clothing drives
- Soup Kitchens
- Historic areas where people are recognized for their values
- Inside
- Church
- Hospital
- Nursing/Retirement Homes
- Senior Center
- Special Guests
- Doctor or Nurse
- Police
- Firefighter
- Missionary
- Pastor
- Soldier
See the Values HTT Activity List for more details.
Other Resources
Game & Activity Ideas
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