Scavenger hunt
Be wild, go exploring and get creative this summer with a…
Have you ever been on a summer scavenger hunt? It’s a wonderful way to spend time outside searching for natural treasures. All you have to do is go looking for great things around you, like birds, flowers, insects and trees.
Before you begin your scavenger hunt, write a list of things that you want to spot. Perhaps there’s a type of plant you want to track down? Or an animal you hope to see? Tick each one off your list as you find it, but take a notebook with you to keep a record of all the things you encounter. Taking photographs of what you discover means you’ll always remember your fantastic finds.
A scavenger hunt can be done in lots of places. Beaches, fields, gardens, parks and woods are all home to wild things and creatures. Don’t forget that towns and cities offer lots to spot too – you may see a fox crossing a road or a beautiful bug crawling on a wall.
The Week Junior Science+Nature magazine has an awesome scavenger hunt competition you can enter now
(see the panel on the top right). The editor, Dan Green, says, “The summer holidays are the ideal time to get out and explore different environments. Our scavenger hunt is about going wild, capturing wonderful photographs and learning about nature. There are some brilliant prizes, too!” The competition challenges you to take the most interesting pictures you can, from lovely landscapes to cute creatures. Try to capture bold colours, interesting shapes and striking patterns. You can also try taking shots from different angles.
When you’re on a scavenger hunt, make sure an adult knows where you are. Be careful not to disturb the animals and plants you find. Take nothing but photos and don’t leave rubbish behind. Write your list and see where it takes you!