Photo Scavenger Hunt Activity Guide

Photo Scavenger Hunt
Challenge
Towards Truth and Reconciliation
Land Acknowledgement
We are very excited to bring forward the Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge,
but first want to begin by acknowledging that we are all participating in this
challenge on the traditional territory of many Indigenous peoples, both
recorded and unrecorded. While we are not all gathered physically on the
same land, it's still important to acknowledge that so much of our existence
is nurtured by the land we each live, work, and play on. Recognizing land is
a way of honouring the indigenous peoples, past and present, who have
been living, working, and taking care of the land. The land, wherever you
are, provides the food that we eat, the air that we breathe, the earth that we
rest our feet on, and the roofs over our heads. We thank all generations of
people who have taken care of this land, and deeply appreciate their
historic connections. We encourage all units to learn about the areas they
are in and start the challenge with a land acknowledgement.
In order to gain knowledge and aid in creating a safe and inclusive space
for Indigenous youth and adults, we'd like to invite all adult members to
take GGC's Colonization and Indigenous Resilience e-module to learn more
about anti-Indigenous racism and Indigenous history in Canada. You'll gain
knowledge to create a safe and inclusive space for Indigenous youth and
bring a decolonial lens when delivering programming. Find the training on
Member Zone (About Guiding –> Diversity and Inclusion –> D + I trainings
for members).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 05
OBJECTIVES 06
REQUIREMENTS 06
PRE - CHALLENGE 07
PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT CHALLENGE 17
POST - CHALLENGE 24
NOTES (BLANK PAGE) 42

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the 2022/23 Ontario Council

Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge!
This Challenge has been created to encourage Guiding units,

Lone members, and Adult Members to get creative, try new
CREATED BY:
things, brush up on your photography skills, and connect with
Ontario Council
others.
PR Adviser Alexis David
PR Committee
There are three parts to this Challenge. The Pre-Challenge,
main Challenge, and Post-Challenge. Pre-Challenge activities
CREST ORDERING SITE
were created to help everyone learn about photography, fun
http://www.positiveidentity.com/ ways to take pictures, and explore your community. The main
ggcontariomerchandise/
challenge is all about taking pictures based on fun templates.
Post-Challenge activities involve utilizing pictures taken during
DATES the Challenge from scrapbooking to learning about social
The Photo Scavenger Hunt media, fun habits, and safety online.
Challenge will be active
from September 13, 2022
By completing this Challenge you'll have the opportunity to
to January 23, 2023
engage in activities across various program areas while
creating bonds that will last a lifetime.
BRANCH LEVEL
All members, youth & adult We hope you enjoy!
SOCIAL MEDIA Don’t forget to fill out the photo submission form to send us your photos.
You can also share your photos with us and others around the globe by
using #ONNVsnaps #GGCsnaps. Please tag us using the usernames
below so we can join in on the fun!
P.S. All Guiding members across Canada will have the opportunity to
purchase a crest in the Ontario Council store:
http://positiveidentity.com/ggcontariomerchandise/
PG 04
Girl Guides of Canada,

@girlguidesonnv @girlguidesonnv
Ontario Council
OBJECTIVE
We want to connect with units & adult members across Ontario, Nunavut, and the rest of Canada.
Get ready to create life-long memories by taking fun photos and learning new things along the
way. Connect with us virtually by sharing your photos (with valid image release forms on file) with
us by using the photo submission form and on social media using the hashtag #ONNVsnaps &
#GGCsnaps.
This Challenge can be completed over a few meetings and can be easily tracked/adapted as part
of the Program Platform. All branch levels for activities and program areas are suggestions,
please modify as you see fit.
REQUIREMENTS
In order to complete this Challenge you and/or your unit need to complete
1. Pre-Challenge
a. At least one activity from the Pre-Challenge section
2. Main Challenge
a. Complete at least one template
i. Please note that requirements on the templates vary by Branch and the template itself
3. Post-Challenge
a. Sparks, Brownies, and Guides at least one activity from this section
b. Pathfinders, Rangers, and adults at least two activities from this section
TIP
Take as many pictures
as you think you need
TIP for a task; you can

decide at the end of
If you're participating the challenge which
in this Challenge with a photos to submit
group, you don't all
have to use the same
template; switch things
up if you'd like!
PG 05
PRE-
CHALLENGE!
Complete at least one activity from the
Pre-Challenge section
PRE-CHALLENGE
ACTIVITY LIST
# ACTIVITY
1 FRAME IT
2 ALL THINGS CAMERA!
3 PHOTO MYTH BUSTERS
4 CAPTURING EMOTION
5 STROLL WITH A STUFFY
6 DIY DETECTIVE
7 POWER POSE
PG 07
Pre - Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge
ACTIVITY #1 - FRAME IT
SPARKS BROWNIES GUIDES PATHFINDERS RANGERS LINK TREFOIL
PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN
PROGRAM AREAS: Art Studio (Experiment and Create), How To (Build Skills)
ESTIMATED TIME: 30-45 min
DESCRIPTION:
In today's day and age capturing something on camera is a basic and essential skill. Many people
use photography for fun and quite a few fields of work require basic camera knowledge. In this
activity build a frame, which will act as a camera/viewfinder. This will help us envision what we want
to picture with more surface area than a regular camera.
YOU WILL NEED:

Frame Template (seen on the next page)
Cardboard
Scissors
Items to decorate
Music
INSTRUCTIONS
MAKING THE FRAME
1. Trace frame templates onto cardboard and cut out the middle
2. Decorate the frame
USING THE FRAME
1. Ask the unit what they would like to see photographed.
2. Talk about different ways to photograph something and see different perspectives.
a. What if we sit on the ground and take a picture or stand on our tippy toes.
b. Should we hold the frame above our heads?
c. Is the frame straight? What if we turn the frame? Or put it on an angle?
3. Have the group envision the frame as a camera and tell them to go around your meeting space
with a partner "photographing" their favourite things. Whenever they take a "picture" they must
say "Frame It." Play music while this is happening; aim for 2-3 songs to be played while they
"photograph."
PG 08
ACTIVITY #1 - FRAME IT - FRAME TEMPLATE
PG 09
ACTIVITY #2 - ALL THINGS CAMERAS

PROGRAM AREAS: Life Stuff (Build Skills)

DESCRIPTION:
Cameras help us capture moments in time that we can look back on at a later date. While many people
have/use stand-alone camera devices, technology has evolved so that smartphones typically come
equipped with cameras a well. In this activity, take a look at different kinds of cameras, take time to learn
about them, and see if you have a favourite!
YOU WILL NEED:

Different kinds of cameras (disposable, film, DSLR, digital camera, action cameras, instant (polaroid),
smart phones, etc.)
TIP: your local library may be able to lend a few cameras
TIP: you may be able to set up a visit with a local camera shop
TIP: Many members may also have cameras at home; consider asking members to bring them
from home
INSTRUCTIONS
1. As a unit, look and talk about the cameras gathered in your meeting space. Take this opportunity to
ask some questions.
a. What kinds of cameras do we have?
b. Do any of these camera's need film to work?
c. Will some cameras develop pictures instantly?
d. Which cameras have a flash?
2. Take time taking pictures with each camera. Observe the quality of the picture, if you can tell right
away.
a. Were any of them more user friendly?
b. Which camera did you like using best?
PG 10
ACTIVITY #3 - PHOTO MYTH BUSTERS

DESCRIPTION:
Discover some fun facts about photography! In this game, you’ll take on the role of “myth buster” and
decide if certain 'facts' about photography are true or false.
YOU WILL NEED:

Photography Myth Cards (next page)
Rope
NOTE: Before you start print or download the photography Myth Cards
and make a center line in the middle of your space using the rope.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. As a unit, talk about myths. What are they? What does it mean when something is true and when it’s
false? Why is it helpful to know the difference?
2. As a unit, decide which side of the room will be the “true” side, and which will be the “false” side.
3. Choose someone to be the Photo-Host. Everyone else will find a spot along the centre line of the
room.
4. One at a time, the Photo-Host will read a statement from the Photography Myth Cards.
5. Decide if you think the statement is true or false and move to that side of the room.
6. Once everyone has chosen a side, talk with the people on your side about why you think the
statement is true or false.
7. After a few moments, the Photo-Host can reveal the answer, and everyone else can go back to the
center line.
8. Keep playing until you’ve read all the Myth Cards.
*NOTE: Activity is based on 'Chocolate Myth Busters' in the program platform
PG 11
ACTIVITY #3 - PHOTO MYTH BUSTERS - PHOTOGRAPHY MYTH CARDS
TRUE FALSE
The word "Photography" Chemicals used to originally
was first used in 1839. develop photos were very safe.
FUN FACT: The word was FUN FACT: Some chemicals

based on the Greek words phos, used included mercury and lye.
(photos) which meant “light”, and It caused photographers to get
graphê, “drawing or writing.” very sick. It was life-threatening!
TRUE FALSE
The cameras that took People didn't smile in old
pictures of the moon’s photos because they
surface are still there. didn't know how to smile.
FUN FACT: The Apollo FUN FACT: Old photos took

11 mission took cameras hours to develop and it was
to the moon! impossible to sit still that long!
TRUE FALSE
The first photograph taken in The first digital camera weighed
colour was done in 1861. 20 pounds!
FUN FACT: Thomas Sutton FUN FACT: It actually weighed 8

invented this by layering images pounds which is 4x the weight of
with red, green, and blue filters. a modern day camera.
Have more facts? Feel free to add them into this activity!
PG 12
ACTIVITY #3 - CAPTURING EMOTION
PROGRAM AREAS: Art Studio (Experiment and Create)

DESCRIPTION:
Use a camera to capture your personal creativity! In this activity, you’ll explore the medium of
photography to make art that expresses and evokes emotion. You'll discover ways to express yourself
and be creative using the arts.
YOU WILL NEED:

Digital camera/smartphone (1 per person or at least one per pair)
Optional: Cables to connect camera/phone to computer
Optional: Computer
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a unit, talk about the different ways emotions are expressed in the
world around us. Consider images, sounds, shapes, body
postures/gestures, actions, etc.
2. Find a partner and make sure you have at least one
camera/smartphone between the two of you.
3. As a unit, decide whether you’ll take pictures in your meeting space, or
go for a walk and take them in the neighbourhood.
4. Work together to take pictures that express an emotion without
including any faces.
5. Try to take at least 5 different pictures expressing 5 different emotions.
6. With your partner, pick your two favourite pictures to share with your
unit.
7. If you have a smaller unit, and you’ve got time, you might be able to
share all of your pictures.
*NOTE: Activities have been slightly modified from the program platform to cater towards the Challenge
PG 13
ACTIVITY #4 - STROLL WITH A STUFFY

PROGRAM AREAS: Local Communities (Connect and Question)

DESCRIPTION:
Introducing someone new to your neighbourhood can be fun, and it can remind you of all the things you
love about your community. So why not take a fluffy friend on a tour of your community! Pick up your
stuffed animal, plan your route and take a walk! Your stuffed animal might just wave at the things they see
along the way. This walk is a great way to take in your surroundings before you potentially photograph
them in the Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge.
YOU WILL NEED:

A stuffed animal friend Appropriate clothing for an outside walk
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Did you know that if you hold a hug (with someone else or
even with yourself) for 20 seconds, it can make you more
relaxed or calm? Pick a fluffy friend you want to spend some
time with, and give them a big squeeze! Hold the hug for 20
seconds.
2. Get ready to show your fluffy friend around. Think about your
favourite things in your community or neighbourhood that you
want to show off. With an adult or as a unit, plan a walking
route you can take that shows off your favourite places.
3. Head out for your walk with the person or people you planned
with! Show your fluffy friend some of your favourite things, like
your special climbing tree or play structure, or places, like the
house where your favourite neighbours live. As you stroll, you
and your fluffy friend can wave at the people and places you
see.
PG 14
ACTIVITY #5 - DIY DETECTIVE

PROGRAM AREAS: Science Lab (Experiment and Create)

DESCRIPTION:
A long time ago, detectives would have used a magnifying glass to get a close-up look at something.
Today, microscopes and photo cropping/enhancing software let forensic scientists get an even better
look. Whether you use a microscope or a magnifying glass, taking a closer look can make all the
difference when you’re searching for something! In this hands-on activity, you’ll make your own magnifier
to help you search for items on your Photo Scavenger Hunt.
YOU WILL NEED:

A container with a round bottom that bulges out (one per person)
Example: an empty ornament ball, a glass jar, top of a clear water bottle
Access to water
BEFORE YOU START

As a unit, brainstorm a list of all the tools a detective or forensic scientist
might use to solve a mystery.
INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE YOUR OWN MAGNIFYING GLASS:

1. Get a clear container and wipe off any fingerprints or
smudges.
2. Pour a little water into it. It should be less than half full.
3. Wipe off any extra drops of water on the outside.
SAMPLE
PG 15
ACTIVITY #6 - POWER POSE

DESCRIPTION:
Many people are often criticized for sharing their opinions and thoughts online. This can result in a digital
world where they feel restricted – like they shouldn’t speak their minds or “take up space” in
conversations. In this activity, you’ll practice taking up space IRL (in real life) so you can feel more
empowered to do so online. Strike a power pose and feel your strength! Take pictures of your power
poses afterwards to remember how powerful you are!
YOU WILL NEED:

A clear, open space
Optional: Markers (enough to share)
Optional: Cameras (enough to share)
Optional: Upbeat music and something to play it with
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a unit, share your ideas about what it means to “take up space.” This could include both online and
real-life examples.
2. Spread out so you’re at least one arm’s length away from anyone else.
3. To practice physically taking up space, use your body to create some power poses. If you want, play
some music to help you feel empowered for this part. You can start by calling out some poses to get
your brain and body moving. Try: Legs wide, fists on hips, Lunge (one leg in front, one in the back)
with arms to the sides, Lunge with arms in the air, Star-shaped with arms and legs out (add a jump!),
Heart to the sky, shoulders firm (Add your own ideas or just do what comes naturally!).
4. After you’ve experimented, pick the pose that makes you feel the most powerful and freeze in that
pose. When you freeze, think about: What is your face doing? Does your facial expression help make
you feel strong? Change your expression if you need to. What does it feel like to take up space? Feel
the ground under your toes and react to what your body is doing.
5. Take pictures in your most powerful pose as a reminder of your strength!
PG 16
MAIN
CHALLENGE!
Complete at least one template
Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge
The main challenge of this fun Photo Scavenger Hunt involves taking pictures based on a
template of your choice created for the Challenge. There are 5 templates to choose from; 4
templates can be modified for any age group while one template is specifically catered towards
our members above Pathfinder age (Pathfinder, Ranger, Link, and Trefoil). Use your own
discretion while tracking what kind of activities your unit is doing in the Program Platform.
Materials Needed:
Photo Scavenger Hunt Templates (seen on the following pages in this activity guide)
Electronic devices that can take photos (ie. phones, cameras, disposable camera, etc.)
Miscellaneous items mentioned on the templates
Please see the following pages for templates

to start the Main Challenge!
TIP
Consider splitting
into small groups
to take pictures
TIP
If possible, let each
TIP person in the group
have an opportunity
Try not to use the
to take a photo
same picture for
different prompts.
TIP
Be respectful.
Listen to others
about ideas on how
to take pictures
PG 18
SPIRIT OF GUIDING
SCAVENGER HUNT LIST
SPARKS & BROWNIES AIM FOR 6 OR MORE ITEMS
GUIDES AND UP AIM FOR 9 OR MORE ITEMS
WITH A GUIDING
TAKE A PICTURE...
FRIEND
YOURSELF IN A IN-FRONT OF A
GUIDING SHIRT BLUE GUIDING
LIGHT
WITH A TREFOIL WHILE DOING AN
ACTIVITY
WITH YOUR WITH SOMETHING

BIGGEST SMILE BLUE
WITH A GUIDING IN FRONT OF A

CRAFT SIGN
HOLDING YOUR
FAVOURITE BADGE
WITH YOUR
LEADER
WITH SOMETHING
THAT REPRESENTS
GUIDING TO YOU
INTO THE OUTDOORS
Scavenger Hunt
Sparks & Brownies aim for 6 or more items
Guides and Up aim for 9 or more items
It’s your world – step outside and do some exploring!
Something you find beautiful Something that Makes

you Happy
A Birdhouse A Tree Stump
A sign made from wood

Two Kinds of Leaves
/ Trail Sign
Flowers A Campfire
A Cool Rock The Sky
Shadows Group Picture
A Bug
Water
TIP: We recommend going on a

nature walk and taking pictures
along the way as a group
GRATITUDE
A GIRL GUIDES WAY TO BEING THANKFUL
FIND A WORD IN THE WORD BANK AND THEN TAKE A
PICTURE OF SOMETHING IT REMINDS YOU OF OR
YOUSELF DOING AN ACTIVITY IT RESEMBLES.
S U E R U T A N A
M S B A N I S L K
I H T T I C A S I
L E N E Q E F A N
E L W R U D E N D
S H A R E T S D F
N Y P P A H C H U
U U F R I E N D S
F I U S E F U L K
HAPPY KIND USEFUL FUN SAFE

UNIQUE SMILE NATURE FRIENDS SHARE
Sparks & Brownies aim for 6 or more items

Guides and Up aim for 9 or more items
Program Theme Bingo!
Your goal is to do the following activities and take a picture
until you have formed lines. Sparks & Brownies complete at
least two lines, Guides and Up complete at least three lines.
Completed lines can be diagonal, horizontal, or vertical.
TAKE A
TAKE A
EXPLORE PICTURE
PAINT A PICTURE IN
THE WHILE
ROCK
FREEBIE GUIDING
OURDOORS PLAYING A
ATTIRE/ BLUE
GAME
DESIGN A DESIGN A
SET UP A
GIRL GUIDE FREEBIE FUTURE DO A CRAFT
TENT
COOKIE BOX CREST
TAKE A TAKE A
CREATE A PICTURE PICTURE
WITH YOUR WITH DANCE TO A
GUIDING
GUIDING SOMETHING FUN SONG
POSTER
FRIENDS BLUE
ATTEND A WRITE YOUR DO A

CAMPFIRE CREATE A
FREEBIE (DOES NOT NEED
FUTURE SELF
DANCE
SCIENCE
TO BE REAL FIRE)
A LETTER EXPERIMENT
WRITE DOWN
MAKE A
CLEAN UP A QUOTE LEARN
BAKE CARD FOR
YOUR THAT MAKES SOMETHING
SOMETHING SOMEONE
COMMUNITY YOU FEEL NEW
SPECIAL
POWERFUL
Link & Trefoil
Photo Scavenger Hunt List
Pick a minimum of three categories and take
at least 16 pictures between the categories
COLOUR TEXTURE GUIDING

Something Blue Something Smooth In Guiding Attire
Something Purple Something Rough Of your Favourite Badge
Something Maroon something Soft With a Trefoil
Something Colourful Something Bumpy Something that Starts
Your Favourite Colour Something Round with the Letter 'G'
Something That Something Plastic Holding Guiding Sign
Changes Colour Something Fuzzy (3 fingers, right hand)
Something you Think
TECHNIQUE GROUP is a Treasure
Of a Straight Line Group Selfie Something that Keeps
From a low Angle Making Funny Faces you Prepared
From a High Angle Group Pose Take a picture
A Curved Line Team by Height of a Throwback
Out of Focus In the Outdoors Guiding Picture
Group Hug
A Creative Pose
PERSONAL
Self Portrait NOTES:
A Book You're Reading
Pathfinder and
Something you Love
You're Favourite Food Ranger groups
Jumping
feel free to
take on this
Challenge too!
POST-
CHALLENGE!
Sparks, Brownies, and Guides complete
at least one activity from this section
Pathfinders and above, at least two

activities from this section
POST-CHALLENGE
ACTIVITY LIST
# ACTIVITY
1 CINEMATIC PICTURE PARTY
2 PHOTO BOARD
3 ROCK PHOTO HOLDERS
4 PICTURE TREFOILS
5 SPINNING TREFOILS
6 PASS IT ON
7 NATURE PERSPECTIVES
8 PICTURE PROTECTOR
9 EMPOWER-MEMES
10 CREATIVE CAPTIONS
11 COMMUNITY PHOTO MOSAIC
PG 25
Post - Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge
ACTIVITY #1 - CINEMATIC PICTURE PARTY

PROGRAM AREAS: Spirit of Guiding (Guide Together), Local Communities (Connect and Question)
DESCRIPTION:
It's time to showcase all the pictures taken during the Photo Scavenger
Hunt Challenge! Prepare for a fun show with blankets, snacks, and more. ALTERNATIVE
Once you're ready put the images onto a projector and enjoy! If a projector/laptop is not
available to you consider
YOU WILL NEED: printing off the pictures,
Projector / Laptop (to display the pictures from the Challenge) displaying them on a wall and
Alternatively - Print out the pictures (see pink bubble) changing your "cinematic
Pictures from the challenge digitally (on a memory stick, etc.) picture party" into a "photo
Snacks (popcorn, hot chocolate, etc.) gallery party!"
Items to be comfy; blankets, stuffed animals
NOTE: Questions to ask yourself before you start: Are the devices displaying pictures working/charged.
Do you need an extension cord? Do the cables fit?
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a group, find a comfy spot to view the pictures taken during the Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge
(TIP: Play music in the background)
TIPS:
You can incorporate the results of other Post-Challenge activities into the slideshow
For example: memes created in the empower-memes activity, photo board, etc.
PG 26
ACTIVITY #2 - PHOTO BOARD

PROGRAM AREAS: How To (Build Skills)
DESCRIPTION:
There’s nothing like making something with your own hands! Create a board that can display your
favourite photos or other mementos, like cards or postcards.
YOU WILL NEED: Wooden boards (1 per person, approx. 1-inch

Drills/Electric screwdrivers (4 to share) thick, can be different sizes and shapes)
SPARK & BROWNIE Guiders please keep Screws (5 per person)
skill levels in mind, it's not appropriate for Binder clips (5 per person)
younger members to use a drill - however, Paint (enough to share; at least 3 colours)
you can drill and have the youth watch or Paintbrushes (1 per person)
do pre-work for this activity Cups/Bowls (1 per 2 people)
Safety glasses (4 pairs to share) Pencils (1 per person)
NOTE: Before you start, be sure each drill/screwdriver’s battery has been charged. Pour paint into bowls
and fill a few bowls with water.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. To get started, have someone demonstrate how to use the drill and the different parts of the drill,
including the torque adjustment, rotation button, chuck, and trigger. If you want, you can use the
Labelled Drill printout (on the next page) as a resource for this.
2. Pass the drill around and practice pressing the trigger and adjusting the torque and rotation.
3. Choose your wooden board to work with and design how you want it to look, including how it will be
painted/decorated and where you want to put your screws/clips. Mark those spots with a pencil.
4. Paint and decorate your board and set it aside to dry.
5. When your board is done drying, drill the screws into the wood – leave a little bit of space between the
board and the head of the screw (enough space to hang the binder clip on the screw).
6. Once the paint is dry, your photo board is ready to display your memories! Place a binder clip on your
favourite pictures, cards, or other keepsakes, and hang the clips on the screws.
PG 27
ACTIVITY #2 - PHOTO BOARD - LABELLED DRILL
PG 28
ACTIVITY #3 - ROCK PHOTO HOLDER

PROGRAM AREAS: Art Studio (Experiment and Create)
DESCRIPTION:
Now that we have some fantastic photos from the challenge it's time to put them on display in a creative
way. Get ready to decorate some rocks and create a special photo holder.
YOU WILL NEED:

Rocks / Stones (from a craft store or collected outside)
Acrylic paints in various colors and paintbrushes
A sealant- like Mod Podge or Krylon Satin Finish
Craft wire
Beads
Pliers
Pen/Pencil
Photos from the challenge
NOTE: Try not to get glazed rocks; paint won't adhere well. If you'd prefer not to paint you could give
sharpie markers a try.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Pick a rock and start painting it a solid colour.
2. When the rock is dry get creative by adding patterns (lines, dots, etc.) over the solid colour.
3. Once you're happy with the end result add Mod Podge to seal the colours into the rock.
4. While the rock is drying wrap the craft wire around a pen or pencil to create loops; the photo will sit in
the loops.
5. Straighten the wire below the loops and wrap the rest of it around the stone
6. Place a photo between the loops to hold it upright.
7. Enjoy looking at fun memories!
TIP: Spark leaders, you may need to be a bit more hands on with the steps regarding craft wire
PG 29
ACTIVITY #4 - PICTURE TREFOILS

PROGRAM AREAS: Spirit of Guiding (Guide Together)
DESCRIPTION:
The Trefoil is an important symbol in Guiding. You can find it in lots of places, from the Girl Guides of
Canada logo, to the uniform, on badges and more! In this activity, make your own Trefoil stamp. Then
draw a picture of yourself in Guiding and add as many Trefoils to it as you want!
YOU WILL NEED:

Trefoil Template (1 per person or small group; seen on the next page)
Scissors (1 pair per person)
Paper (1 sheet per person)
Colouring supplies (enough to share as a unit or in small groups)
Sponges (1 per person or small group)
Markers (1 per person)
Paint (enough to share as a unit or in small groups)
Bowls (1 per person)
NOTE: Before you start, print the Trefoil Template. If you want to save time in your meeting, prepare the
trefoil stamps ahead of time by following step 1 in the Instructions section below.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. To make a Trefoil stamp, first cut out the whichever trefoil you want from the Trefoil Template. Then
use a marker to trace the outline onto a sponge. Cut the Trefoil shape out of the sponge, and you’re
ready to go!
2. Draw a picture of yourself in Guiding or grab a picture you took from the photo challenge. For
example, you can draw yourself wearing the Girl Guides uniform or sitting around a campfire.
3. Now take your Guiding picture to the next level with trefoils! You can add a Trefoil frame around your
picture, turn your regular sun into a Trefoil sun, or add a few Trefoils to the background of your scene.
4. When you’re done, have a gallery walk to check out all the other Guiding pictures. See if you can
count how many Trefoils there are in total!
PG 30
ACTIVITY #4 - PICTURE TREFOIL CRAFT TEMPLATE:
PG 31
ACTIVITY #5 - SPINNING TREFOILS

PROGRAM AREAS: Spirit of Guiding (Guide Together), Art Studio (Experiment and Create)
DESCRIPTION:
This fun craft will have you displaying photos from the challenge in a craft shaped like a Trefoil.
YOU WILL NEED:

Trefoil Template (seen on the next page) Trefoil (blank)
Cardstock (to cut the template out on) Trefoil
Brass fasteners (with pictures)
Items to decorate (sequins, stickers, etc.)
Brass Fastener
Scissors
Glue stick
Markers
Photographs from the Challenge
NOTE: Before you start, print the Trefoil Template. If you want to save time in your meeting, prepare 2
copies of the Trefoil cut out on cardstock for each participant.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Cut out two Trefoils on cardstock using the template on the following page
2. Take one Trefoil and glue photos to the leaves; leave the other Trefoil blank
3. Place the two Trefoils on top of each other; keep the Trefoil with pictures under the blank one
4. Push a brass fastener through the middle to attach them together and fold the fasteners edges back
5. You should now be able to twist the Trefoils since the fastener is holding them together, test it out
6. Decorate the blank Trefoil on top (TIP - you could cover up the fastener with a sticker)
PG 32
ACTIVITY #5 - SPINNING TREFOIL CRAFT TEMPLATE:
*Please note you will need to attach two Trefoils to create the craft
TIP: Cut this template on a thicker piece of paper to make it easier to share the template
PG 33
ACTIVITY #6 - PASS IT ON

DESCRIPTION:
Communication is SO important to being a great leader. It’s how we share our thoughts and messages with others.
For communication to work, your message has to be sent AND received. In this “telephone”-style game, you’ll look
at a picture (could be a picture you took for the Challenge) and try to get your friend at the end of the line to draw
what you saw!
YOU WILL NEED:

Image Cards (1 set per group) OR photos from the Challenge
Chart Paper (1 sheet per group)
Markers (1 per group)
A roll of tape
NOTE: Before you start print and cut out the Image Cards for each group OR have pictures from the Challenge.
Tape a piece of chart paper on the wall for each group.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a unit, talk about the word “communication”. What does it mean? How does it work?
2. Make a small group and sit in a line, one in front of another, facing your piece of chart paper on the wall.
3. The person at the back of the line gets a stack of image cards.
4. If you’re at the back of the line, look at the card on the top of the stack and whisper what you see to the person
in front of you. Give as much detail as you can. *Hint: Try to be really quiet when you whisper to the person in
front of you so no one else can hear what you said!
5. The second-last person in line whispers what they heard to the person in front of them, and this continues up
the line until the message reaches the front of the line.
6. If you’re at the front of the line, go to the chart paper and draw what you heard. Then, tell the rest of your group
what you heard!
7. The person at the back of the line will show the group the image card that started the game. As a group, you
can talk about how close (or not) the image on the card is to the one drawn on the chart paper.
8. The person from the front of the line (who drew on the chart paper) goes to the back of the line and everyone
else shuffles one place forward in line.
9. Play again (repeat steps 1-7) and keep playing until everyone has had a turn to draw.
PG 34
ACTIVITY #6 - PASS IT ON; IMAGE CARDS
PG 35
ACTIVITY #7 - NATURE PERSPECTIVES

PROGRAM AREAS: Nature Discoveries (Into the Outdoors)
DESCRIPTION:
Ever thought about what the world looks like from a rock’s perspective? Or from the p.o.v. (point of view) of a bird in
a tree? Head outside and look at nature a little differently by snapping pictures from new viewpoints.
YOU WILL NEED:

Cameras/Smart phones (1 per pair)
NOTE: Before you start print and cut out the Image Cards for each group OR have pictures from the Challenge.
Tape a piece of chart paper on the wall for each group.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. On your own, in pairs, or as a unit, brainstorm at least five creatures or objects in nature that would have a
different viewpoint on the world than you. For example, a rock sitting on the ground wouldn't see the world the
same way you do (if it had eyes). Or think of a bee, what it sees would change based on how high or low it
decides to fly. If you get down on the ground and position your head beside the rock, you’ll have a different
viewpoint than usual.
2. Choose a few perspectives that you want to capture through photography.
3. Go outside and find a place to explore these perspectives. On your own or with a partner, try to get into different
positions that might be similar to these creatures’ or objects’ perspectives. (Make sure you’re safe and careful if
you’re climbing to get a new perspective.)
4. Use a smart phone or camera to take a picture from each new perspective.
5. Once you’ve captured all the pictures you want, take a look at your photos and/or share them with others. Think
or talk about:
a. What do you notice?
b. How is this perspective different from your own?
c. What might this creature/object see that you don’t?
PG 36
ACTIVITY #8 - PICTURE PROTECTOR

DESCRIPTION: YOU WILL NEED:

Your pictures can reveal a lot more about you than Identity Editing Images (see next page for
just a charming smile! They might also be showing template)
things you wouldn’t want some people to see, like Option 1 - virtual editing
where you live and how you spend your time. Photo editing apps (on the smart phones)
Explore safe habits when using the internet and or laptops with photo editing software
practice protecting your identity by editing the Challenge photos digitally
pictures you share online in this hands-on activity. Option 2: physical editing
Physical photos from the Challenge
Markers/sharpies
Craft supplies
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a unit, brainstorm some things you can do in your pictures to protect your privacy.
a. Why is it important to keep your personal information private when you’re posting pictures online?
b. Who might you want to share your location with? Who wouldn’t you want to share it with?
c. When you post pictures with other people in them, what can you do to protect their identities?
2. Take a look at the Identity Editing Images (you can lay them out so everyone can see them or look at
them on a screen).
3. Share what you notice about how the privacy of the people in the pictures has been protected. How
have they changed their appearances or hidden their faces/identities? How have they changed or
hidden the backgrounds to make them less locatable?
4. Take a few pictures from the Photo Scavenger Hunt you just completed
5. If 'digital' use either the built-in editing tools on your smart phones or a photo editing software on a
laptop to edit the pictures you took to so that you aren’t identifiable and you don’t give away your
location in them. If 'physical' edit the photos manually using sharpies/craft supplies.
6. For example, if you are wearing a sash, is your unit’s name on it? That’s a clue about where you live.
7. Come together as a unit and share your pictures. If you want, you can have a mini-gallery walk and
talk about the strategies you used to protect your privacy.
*NOTE: Activities have been slightly modified from the platform platform to cater towards the Challenge
PG 37
ACTIVITY #8 - PICTURE PROTECTOR
Resource: Identity Editing Images
PG 38
ACTIVITY #9 - CREATIVE CAPTIONS

PROGRAM AREAS: Guide Together (Spirit of Guiding)
DESCRIPTION:
Grab a bunch of the photos you took during the main Challenge. As a group come up with creative
captions for pictures you choose. You’ll get to know each other and stretch your creativity at the same
time!
YOU WILL NEED:

A picture of yourself (either printed or on a smartphone)
Paper (1 piece per group or per person)
Pencil (1 per person)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Find a picture of yourself that you’re happy to share, and get into a small group.
2. Show your picture to your group without telling them about what’s going on in the photo.
3. Everyone else in the group will write a caption for the photo.
4. Everyone can write their own or you could work together to come up with one or more.
5. You can decide if you want to create certain types of captions (breaking news title, Instagram style
caption, word bubble for your inner thoughts, etc.)
6. One person in your group can record the caption ideas by writing them down.
7. After the captions have been created, you can tell the group about what’s going on in the photo –
where you were, what you were doing, what the experience was like for you, etc.
8. Move on to the next person in your group and keep captioning!
TIP
Be sure to keep your captions positive and respectful to make the activity is fun for everyone.
PG 39
ACTIVITY #10 - EMPOWER-MEMES

DESCRIPTION:
Have some fun boosting the confidence of others with a meme! A meme is generally a photo or video clip
with words framing it that make it funny or interesting. Usually, something becomes a meme when it gets
shared widely online, especially through social media. In this activity, you’ll make and spread your own
empower-memes to share a little digital positivity.
YOU WILL NEED:

Paper and drawing materials
Pictures from the challenge or magazines
Scissors
Editing apps (if virtual)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. As a unit or on your own, share some of your favourite memes and think or talk about what makes
them memorable. Check out “Videos/Images” for inspiration.
2. Think about something meaningful in Guiding. If you could share one thing from the meeting with your
friends outside Guiding, what would it be? Create a one or two line statement about it.
3. Draw, take, or find and cut out a picture to go with your statement.
4. Add your statement around that picture to make it a meme.
5. Share your memes with your unit, with your friends and family, or online.
NOTE: If you want to post them on social media, check that your post matches up with Girl Guides’ Code
of Conduct and that if anyone else or their work is shown in the post, they’re comfortable with you sharing
it.
PG 40
ACTIVITY #11 - COMMUNITY PHOTO MOSAIC

ESTIMATED TIME: 30 min - 1+ hr
DESCRIPTION:
In this activity, you’ll create a mosaic of photographs that show all the ways you’re connected. A mosaic is
a pattern or image created by bringing together smaller items. Grab photos from the Photo Scavenger
Hunt Challenge and create a physical or virtual mosaic.
YOU WILL NEED:

Physical Mosaic: Virtual Mosaic:
Poster board A picture collage app on a phone, computer, or tablet
Glue Example: Canva, Google Slides, Jam Board
Physical photos from the Challenge Virtual pictures from the Challenge
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Decide what sort of photo mosaic you want to make – a digital or a physical one.
2. Brainstorm all the people in your community you could invite to participate in the mosaic. Think about
people who live in all sorts of neighbourhoods, work different jobs, own businesses or gather in
certain spaces (like places of faith, community centres, care centres, etc.)
3. Create an invitation for people to participate in the mosaic project. They’ll need to take or share a
picture of something they get from their community that they value, and/or something of value that
they give to their community (ideally, both!). In the invitation, you can include a description of the
project, where and how people can send you the pictures, and the deadline date for sending them
back.
4. Send or drop off the invitation to the places and people you’re inviting.
5. Once you have the pictures back, lay them out and take a look at what you’ve got. Do you notice any
themes? Are some common colours in most of the pictures or are there some pictures with colours
that stand out? Do you notice any categories emerging, like nature, people, animals or places?
6. Put your pictures together in a mosaic! You can create a pattern or shapes with the pictures or
organize them in a way that works for you.
7. Decide how you want to share your mosaic. Enjoy!
PG 41
NOTES
WE HOPE
YOU'VE
ENJOYED THE
CHALLENGE!
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Welcome to the 2022/23 Ontario Council

This Challenge has been created to encourage Guiding units,

Girl Guides of Canada,

TIP for a task; you can

2 ALL THINGS CAMERA!

3 PHOTO MYTH BUSTERS

5 STROLL WITH A STUFFY

SPARKS BROWNIES GUIDES PATHFINDERS RANGERS LINK TREFOIL

PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN

YOU WILL NEED:

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PROGRAM AREAS: Life Stuff (Build Skills)

YOU WILL NEED:

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PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN

PROGRAM AREAS: Life Stuff (Build Skills)

YOU WILL NEED:

*NOTE: Activity is based on 'Chocolate Myth Busters' in the program platform

FUN FACT: The word was FUN FACT: Some chemicals

FUN FACT: The Apollo FUN FACT: Old photos took

FUN FACT: Thomas Sutton FUN FACT: It actually weighed 8

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PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN

PROGRAM AREAS: Art Studio (Experiment and Create)

YOU WILL NEED:

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PROGRAM AREAS: Local Communities (Connect and Question)

YOU WILL NEED:

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PROGRAM AREAS: Science Lab (Experiment and Create)

YOU WILL NEED:

BEFORE YOU START

INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE YOUR OWN MAGNIFYING GLASS:

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PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN

PROGRAM AREAS: Life Stuff (Build Skills)

YOU WILL NEED:

Please see the following pages for templates

WITH YOUR WITH SOMETHING

WITH A GUIDING IN FRONT OF A

Something you find beautiful Something that Makes

A sign made from wood

A Cool Rock The Sky

Shadows Group Picture

TIP: We recommend going on a

HAPPY KIND USEFUL FUN SAFE

Sparks & Brownies aim for 6 or more items

ATTEND A WRITE YOUR DO A

COLOUR TEXTURE GUIDING

Pathfinders and above, at least two

1 CINEMATIC PICTURE PARTY

3 ROCK PHOTO HOLDERS

11 COMMUNITY PHOTO MOSAIC

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PROGRAM PLATFORM UNIT'S OWN

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YOU WILL NEED: Wooden boards (1 per person, approx. 1-inch

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