Pond Rescue Challenge

Teams use limited tools creatively to rescue objects from a marked 'pond' without entering it

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Teams use limited tools creatively to rescue objects from a marked 'pond' without entering it

Quick Info

moderate

15m x 15m minimum for pond and surrounding area

Equipment Required

Skipping ropes

1 per team (4-6 total)

Hoops

1 per team (4-6 total)

Hockey sticks

1 per team (4-6 total)

Basketballs

1 per team (4-6 total)

Retrieval objects

15-20 varied items

Boundary Markers

20-30 cones or rope

Ropes

As needed

Basketball

As needed

Mixed Objects

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Features

Creative

Inclusive

Engaging

Skills

Strategy

Creating Space

Team Play

Decision Making

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Weather

All Weather