Mongo - Literature - 300

“And here was another universal garbage truth: Other people’s waste is always worse than your own.”

– Elizabeth Royte, Garbage Land

Objective:

Choose and read any non-fiction book about garbage.

Details:

1) Choose and obtain ANY* non-fiction book about garbage.

We’ve created a list of suggestions over at our new online Quest Scouts bookshop, but feel free to choose a book that’s not on the list.

*Caveat- Make it a 100+ page book geared towards adults for this objective.

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2) Read the book! (Listening to the audio version is great too!)

3) Write a short book review and post it in the comments below. Include the name of the book, author, and what you thought of it.

Mongo - Games - 150

Objective:

Play the classic card game Garbage.

Details:

1) Grab a partner and a standard deck of cards. (Garbage is usually considered a two player game.)

2) If you’ve never played Garbage before, you’ll need to learn the rules. Watch this video tutorial and you should be good to go.

3) Play a game of garbage.

4) Take a photo of the winner (bragging is permitted) and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

5) In the comment below, let us know:

  • Who did you play with?

  • Who won?

  • Did you enjoy the game?

 

Mongo Micro Objective - Travel - 50

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Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Have a mini cleanup at a local park or public space.

Details:

We all know what a beach or park “cleanup” is… Here is your chance to have a cleanup on your own, but on a smaller scale.

1) Choose a public space that could use a bit of trash removal. A local park is an easy choice, but any space will do.

2) Do a “mini cleanup” at your chosen place by removing 25 or so pieces of trash from the area.

3) Take a photo that documents your cleanup effort and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) After you post your photo, leave a comment below answering the following questions:

  • What was your cleanup location?

  • Did anything interesting or out of the ordinary happen during your cleanup?

  • Did you notice a difference in your chosen space after removing some trash? Do you feel you made an impact?

Mongo - Art - 350

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Objective:

Create a found plastic collage.

Details:

1) Spend some time familiarizing yourself with plastic collages. You can start with this Pinterest Board we’ve created for you.

2) Acquire a sturdy canvas that is AT LEAST 8.5x8.5” long. Sturdiness is key, as you’ll be adhering pieces of plastic to it- Consider a piece of wood or a painters canvas.

Attention: Please make sure that you don’t ignore the size specifications. This objective is worth BIG POINTS because we’re asking a lot of you here.

3) Find your plastic! This exercise is not intended to be done in one go, but rather over a longer period of time. As you move throughout your life, keep your eyes open to the world around you. Walking through the park and see a bit of discarded plastic? Pick it up! Save the top of your milk jugs instead of throwing them away! After a few weeks of collecting, you will have acquired quite a bit of material to work with.

4) Create your found plastic collage!

5)  Take a photo of your finished collage and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. You can also share your experiences in our Facebook group.

Mongo - Media - 150

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Objective:

Look for the good in an otherwise “garbage” movie.

Details:

1) Browse a list of “Worst Movies of All Time.”

We suggest:

However, you can choose any list you’d like.

2) Watch a “garbage” movie from the list you’ve chosen.

3) In the comments below, tell us:

  • What movie you chose, and which list you chose it from.

  • How many stars (out of four) would you award your movie? (0= No redeeming qualities, 4= Best movie ever!)

  • Why do you think this movie ended up on a “Worst Movies of All Time” list?

  • If you had to list one redeeming quality about this movie, what would it be?

Mongo - Find - 300

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Objective:

Attend a Cache In Trash Out event.

Details:

For those who aren’t aware, geocaching* offers a special event type called a “Cache In Trash Out,” or “CITO.” Geocaching describes CITOs by writing:

“CITO events are organized and planned by geocachers but can be attended by anyone willing to assist in a clean-up effort. CITO participants often include scouts, other outdoor groups (mountain bikers, hikers, etc.) or anyone who is looking to volunteer.”

1) Choose a CITO to attend. You can do so by searching here. Make sure to hit filter. Then, under “geocache type,” hit “deselect all” and select “Event.” Next, “Update Search.” From there, type in your location and “Search With Filters.” A list of ALL EVENTS will come up. However, you want to choose a CITO event, which is indicated by the blue and green yin yang icon.

2) RSVP! Geocachers and non-geocachers alike are welcome and encouraged to attend. As a courtesy, it’s a good idea to create a geocaching event and write a note on the CITO page letting the organizer know you’re coming.

3) Attend your CITO. Show up and help!

4) Take a photo of yourself at the CITO and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your hide in our Facebook group.

5) In the comments below, tell us the event went. Let us know:

  • Where the event was.

  • What type of clean up or maintenance did you do?

  • Who you went with.

  • Whether or not you had a good time.

*Not familiar with geocaching? Watch this video by Groundspeak, the #1 lister of geocaches.

Mongo - DIY - 300

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Objective:

Do your best to have a "no waste" week.

Details:

1) If you’re not aware of what the “no waste” movement is, watch a few of these Ted Talks on the topic. Or, check out this quest’s second media objective for two documentaries on the topic.

2) For this week, we’ll be trying our hand at a “no waste” week. This is exactly what it sounds like- for one week, we will avoid creating waste. In order to do this, you’ll want to plan ahead. What can you do to help ensure you’re avoiding waste?

As this is only a week long objective, it would be relatively easy to simply grocery shop ahead of the week and then coast through. Try to put a real effort into this! Do your best to incorporate waste reducing tactics into your shopping.

Important: The point here is to give this a try, not to stress out. Depending on location, income, number of family members, and so much more, this objective will vary from person to person. If your “no waste” week looks like a “low waste” or “less waste” week, consider it a win.

3) Spend an entire week (seven full days) doing your best to have a no waste week.

4) Reflect on your water experiment in the comments below by answering the following questions:

  • Describe your “no waste” week. How successful were you in creating zero waste?

  • What did you do to make sure you created less waste this week?

  • What was your biggest failure in regards to your no waste week?

  • What was your biggest success?

  • Is there anything you learned this week that you’ll continue to do in the future?

Mongo - Photography - 100

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Objective:

View and respond to Seven Days of Garbage from Greg Segal.

Details:

1) Check out Seven Days of Garbage from Greg Segal. You’ll be presented with an artist’s statement, followed by a series of portraits. Please read the artist’s statement first, then view each photo.

2) In the comments below, please tell us:

  • What did you think of Seven Day’s of Garbage?

  • What did the project make you think about? Anything interesting or surprising?

  • Which photograph reminds you the most of your own household? Why?

Mongo - Visit - 200

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Objective:

Browse a garage sale in search of something interesting.

Details:

1) Find a garage sale. Of course, you’ll have to wait for the next “garage sale season” as they typically happen during warmer weather. Depending on where you live, this garage sale mapper might be useful. Otherwise, simply keep your eyes peeled for handmade signs pointing you in the right direction. You WILL eventually run across a garage sale- just wait and it will happen.

2) Check out the garage sale! While you browse, look for something that you find strange or interesting in some way.

3) Take a photo of your garage sale adventure. (If you feel creepy taking photos in somebody’s yard, you can skip this part.) Post your photo to Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) In the comments below, describe the strangest thing you found at the sale.

Mongo - Travel - 300

Objective:

Take a tour of a waste processing or recycling facility.

Details:

1) Schedule a tour with a waste processing or recycling facility. This should be a guided tour during which you’re taught about the facility and how it work. Not all facilities give tours, so you’ll have to do a bit of research to find out which do.

2) Go on the tour! While on the sure, be sure to note a few interesting things you noticed or learned.

3) Take a photo during the tour and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) In the comments below, let us know:

  • Where did you take your tour?

  • Who went with you?

  • Did you have any fun?

  • Three interesting things that you learned or observed?

 

Sparkle Micro Objective - DIY - 50

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Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Take five minutes to shine something that has dulled.

Details:

1) Take a few minutes to bring the shine back to something you own. Silverware? Light fixture? Metal box? The kitchen sink? The choice is up to you.

2) In the comments below, tell us what you shined.

 

Sparkle Micro Objective - Research - 50

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Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Learn about a random gemstone.

Details:

1) Go to the Gemdat Gemstone Database.

2) In the leftmost column, you’ll see a random gemstone. Hover over the image for the name of the gemstone.

3) Spend 10-15 minutes searching online for information, and reading about, your stone.

4) In the comments below and/or in our Facebook Group, share what you learned about your random gemstone.

 

Bloom Micro Objective - Art - 50

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Quest Scouts inspires your to squeeze the most out of life while collecting real-life, physical badges. 

Objective:

Create "Index Card Art" by drawing your state flower.

Details:

This micro objective is part of our ongoing series, "index card art." We chose index cards for two reasons. First, index cards are inexpensive and readily available. We don't expect that it will be difficult for any of you to procure an index card. Second, many who don't consider themselves "artists" tend to stress about creating or sharing art. Using an index card instead of a sketch book lends itself to silliness. We're not looking for perfection, just a good time. You can save your index cards and look back at them over time, or throw them away. The choice is up to you!

1) Gather your supplies. You'll need an index card (4x6 or 5x7) and something to draw with. (Pencil, pen, markers... you get the point!)

2) Using your index card as your “canvas,” draw your state flower.

3) Take a photo of your index card art art and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your art in our Facebook group.

Bloom - Literature - 250

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Objective:

Choose and read any “bloomin’ awesome” novel.

Details:

1) Research and choose a 100+ page book whose plot significantly features flowers or gardens. Maybe it’s a book about mysterious flower entities taking over a small town in rural Wisconsin? Or what about a mystery whose crime takes place in a greenhouse? If you’re not sure where to get started, consider asking your fellow scouts for suggestions! Or, check out this list of Fiction Books Featuring Flowers from Book Riot.

2) Write a short book review and post it in the comments below. Include the name of the book, author, and what you thought of it.

Bloom - Research - 250

Objective:

Learn about and eat edible flowers.

Details:

1) Spend 15-30 minutes looking into edible flowers. (This is a RESEARCH objective, after all!)

What type of flowers are edible? How are they prepared and eaten? What restaurants near you serve edible flowers? What farmers markets or grocery stores sell edible flowers?

2) Eat an edible flower of your choice. You can prepare them yourself, or eat them at a restaurant.

3) Take a photo to document your adventure and post it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your photo in our Facebook group.

4) In the comments below, describe your experience eating an edible flower. What type did you eat? Where did you eat it? How was it prepared? Was it what you expected? Did you like it?

 

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