| Category | Activities |
| Advancement | Healthy Mind |
| Time to allocate (mins) | 20 |
| Outcome | Knot tying (simple knot), understanding the purpose of a lifeguard whistle |
| Resources | Whistle Beads Cord |
| Instructions | Each Cub Scout will make a simple lanyard to hold a whistle. * Provide pre-cut lanyard cord and plastic beads (various colors). * Show them how to create a simple loop knot to attach the whistle. * Discussion: Explain that whistles are essential for lifeguards to signal for help and communicate in noisy environments. They should only be used in an emergency. They can also be used to call for help when lost on a hike. Where else would a whistle be used for safety? |