Rockin' - DIY - 200

Objective: 

1) Choose a recipe. There are A TON to choose from. Personally, we're going to try this one at Quest Scouts Central.

2) Make the candy. This process will take several days, so start ASAP!

3) Tell us about your experience making rock candy in the comments below. What recipe did you use? Did you run into any problems along the way? Did you enjoy the process? What would you do differently if you were to try this again?

4) Take a picture of your finished candy and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #RockCandy.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

Rockin' - Visit - 300

Geological

[jee-uh-loj-i-kuh l] 

adjective

1. of, relating to, or based on geology.

Objective:

1) Identify and locate a point of interest that is well known as geologically interesting.

Note: It would be really easy to complete this objective in a perfunctory manner. Don't cheat yourself out of what could be an amazing experience by taking the easy way out.

2) Travel to the point of interest you chose.

3) Document your visit with a photograph and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account with the tag #QuestScouts your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to view and interact with.

4) Tell us about your experience in the comments below. Where did you go? What makes the area you chose geologically interesting? 

Rockin' - Travel - 300

Objective:

1) Find a body of water worthy of rock skipping!

This will be A LOT easier for some of you than others. If you've got a body of water that's really close to your home, or that you visit regularly, consider choosing a new location for this objective. Remember- Quest Scouts is all about exposing yourself to new experiences.

2) (Optional) Watch the video above for tips on rock skipping.

3) Practice skipping rocks across the water. Spend a fair amount of time doing this, attempting to increase your skill.

4) Document your rock skipping adventure with a photograph and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #RockSkipping.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account with the tag #QuestScouts your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to view and interact with.

5) Tell us about your experience in the comments below! Where did you skip rocks? Who were you with? Did you enjoy yourself?

Rockin'- Literature - 300

"Just as sculptors speak of their art in terms of releasing the spirit from the stone, Williams teases ancient and fascinating stories out of buildings both grand and humble that dot the American landscape."

-Barbara L. McMichael, The Seattle Times

Objective:

1) Read Stories in Stone: Travels Through Urban Geology by David B. Williams. 

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. 

Rockin' - Media - 150

Objective:

1) Watch one of the documentaries/movies listed.

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

What is life like on two directly opposite sides of the globe?

Vivan Las Antipodas! Directed by Victor Kossakovsky.

Available from Amazon Instant.

The discovery of, and heartbreak over, Sue the T-Rex.

Dinosaur 13. Directed by Todd Douglas Miller.

Available from Amazon Instant and Netflix DVD.

Where are the rocks?

What's Up, Doc? Directed by Peter Bogdanovich. 

Available from Amazon Instant.

127 Hours. Directed by Danny Boyle.

Available from Amazon Instant and Netflix DVD.

Rockin- Art - 250

Objective: 

1) Gather your supplies.

You'll need:

A) A Rock (Choose one that's got plenty of paintable surface)

B) Paint and Brushes

2) Paint the rock! It's not a difficult concept, but if done right it can be a lot of time.

This is a higher point objective, so don't rush it! Put some time in effort into making something you're proud to share.

If you need some inspiration, check out these awesome projects!

-Mandala Stones from The Whoot

-Owls and Mermaid from Lori-Lee Thomas

-This awesome Stone Village

3) Photograph your complete piece and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #RockArt.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

Above The Clouds - MOMQ - 50

Without member support Quest Scouts wouldn't exist. In order to show our appreciation for our members we provide a monthly Members Only Micro Quest worth 50 exclusive points. 

Objective:

1) Download and print the Above The Clouds MOMQ puzzle, "Airborne Word Chain" from our member files page, or use the back of the Above The Clouds quest card from July's Scout Pack.

2) Read the instructions provided and complete the puzzle to the best of your ability.

3) You do not have to successfully complete this puzzle to earn your points. Just give it a try! 

4) If you'd like to check your answers, there is an answer key on the members files page.

5) When you've finished both word chains, or given up, leave a comment below telling us how you did and how long it took you. 

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Above The Clouds - Games - 200

Objective:

1) Gather your supplies. All you'll need is a standard deck of cards! (You can use multiple decks.)

Note: Make sure not to use anything but cards!

2) Build a card tower that is at least 2 feet tall.

3) Take a picture of your card tower as proof of your accomplishment. Post your photo on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #CardTower.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

5) Tell us about your experience building the tower in the comments below.

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Above The Clouds - Games - 250

Objective:

1) Wait for a cloudy day. (This is, obviously, a must!)

2) Find a nice spot outdoors to lay down. (If you're unable to lay due to physical reasons, go ahead and sit!)

3) Lay down and gaze up at the clouds.

4) Cloud watch for at least 20 minutes. Let your mind wander wherever it wants to go. Contemplate the shapes of clouds and they float by.

5) Describe the most interesting cloud you saw in the comments below.

Note: Oh no! We messed up initially and listed the same objective (go outside and fly a kite) for both the DIY and Games objective. The printed quest cards contain this error.  The digital quest cards will be modified ASAP. The official games objective for Above The Clouds is to "lie back and watch the clouds float by."

Above The Clouds - Find - 150

Objective:

1) Make a find.

2) After making the find, go "above and beyond" what you would normally do to elevate the experience of future finders by adding a little something extra to the logbook or container.

Ideas:

       If you're geocaching, load a nicely sized cache with a bunch of high quality swag.

       If you're letterboxing, take the time to use multiple colors as you leave your signature stamp impressive.

       If you're letterboxing, consider drawing a background behind your signature stamp.

       If you're geocaching, write more than just your name and date in the logbook. (Do this on larger containers with notebooks for logs.) 

3) Tell us what you did to go "above and beyond" in the comments below. If applicable, list your finds GC/AQ number.

*A "find/hide" can be either a geocache or letterbox. Not familiar with either? Watch this video by Groundspeak, the #1 lister of geocaches or read about letterboxing from Atlas Quest.

Above The Clouds - Photography - 150

Objectives:

1) (Optional) Watch the above video from Tommy Schultz for inspiration and instruction. 

2) Take a photo that captures motion. The more "blur" the better!

3) Share your photo on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #Motion.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

Above The Clouds - DIY - 300

Objective:

1) Watch the video above to learn about the potential of two liter rockets.

2) Search for two liter rocket instructions online. There are a ton of options to choose from!

3) Build and attempt to launch your rocket!

4) Take a photo to document your experience. Post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #2LiterRocket.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

5) Tell us about your experience in the comments below. What instructions did you use? How did the building process go? Did your rocket launch successfully?

Above The Clouds - DIY - 200

Objective:

1) Aquire a kite! Any size will do. This month's Scout Packs, sent to our Members, will contain the "World's Smallest Kites," which work great even in low wind conditions! (We have a very limited amount available in the Scout Store as well.)

2) Wait for, or find, kite flying wind conditions. 

3) Fly your kite! Have fun with it!

4) Take a picture of your kite in flight. Post your photo on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #Kite.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

5) Tell us about your experience in the comments below.

Above The Clouds - Art - 200

“Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist when you grow up”

-Pablo Picasso

1) Gather supplies. You'll need paint, soap, and paper.

2) Make your bubble art! The sky is the limit on this one. The only requirement is that you make a piece of art utilizing the above supplies AND create bubbles during the process. 

3) Take a picture that documents your bubble art experience. It would be great if you could capture your process here! Post your photo on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #BubbleArt.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

5) Tell us about your experience in the comments below. How did it go? What technique did you use to make your art? Were you happy with your finished product? Did you have a good time?

Above The Clouds - Visit - 300

"Man must rise above the Earth—to the top of the atmosphere and beyond—for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives."

-Socrates

Objective:

1) Decide which of the following you'd rather do: Visit and air museum OR watch an air show. 

2) Identify the particular museum or air show you'd like to visit.

3) Go for it! Spend an afternoon taking in the museum or watching planes fly above your head.

4) Take a photo to document your experience. Post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

5) Tell us about your experience in the comments below. Which aviation related experience did you opt for? Where did you end up visiting? Who did you go with? Did you enjoy yourself? Did you learn anything? The more detail the better!

Above The Clouds - Travel - 250

Objective:

1) Research rooftop adventures in your area. You'll want a roof that is a) accessible, b) open air and c) worth visiting. 

Examples of fun roofs to spur your imagination:

       Zed451 in Chicago, IL offers rooftop dining with an amazing view. 

       California Academy of Science in San Francisco offers an accessible living roof.

       In Lincoln, IL there is a quirky tourist spot with a phone booth on a roof.

       And, of course, any roof that offers a great view or a fun time is worth visiting!

Note: A roof is the outdoor top of a building, and is not indoors. (This may seem obvious, but there's always room for clarification!)

It would be really easy to complete this objective in a perfunctory manner. Don't cheat yourself out of what could be an amazing experience by taking the easy way out.

2) Travel to and "summit" your roof of choice.

3) Take a photo while atop the roof to document your experience. Post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tags #QuestScouts and #Rooftop.

Remember, if you post to a public Instagram or Twitter account your photo will show up on our Scout Board for other Quest Scouts to enjoy and comment on.

4) Tell us about your epic rooftop experience in the comments below. Where did you go? Who did you go with? What roof did you hike? Did you run into any problems along the way? What did you enjoy, or not enjoy, about your experience?

Above The Clouds - Literature - 300

"He loves everything about the job: the machinery, the language, the physics, the maps, the weather (always sunny up there above the lid of cloud), his colleagues, the rituals in which multiple layers of safety are embedded and encoded."

-Geoff Dyer, The Gaurdian

Objective:

1) Read Skyfaring: A Journey with a Pilot by Mark Vanhoenacker. 

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.