ZODIAC PLUS AWARD

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The Award is open to all Explorer Scouts and members of the Scout Network. Record cards should be countersigned by a Leader or camping companion. The completed card should be returned to your District Explorer Scout Commissioner / ARC (Explorers) or DSNL/ ARC (Network) who will arrange for the Zodiac Plus Badge to be awarded.

Requirements for the award are:

• Spend one night per calendar month for a total of twelve months under canvas, bivouac or bothy.
• Complete 12 different challenges from the list, one for each month.
• Keep the Record Card up-to-date and signed by a Leader or camping companion.

Other Information:

• There is no time limit to any part of this Award. i.e. The award does not have to be completed within one period of 12 months.
• One night cannot count towards two challenges.
• The Award is worn on the uniform, on the right hand side of the chest, above the union flag (if applicable) and can be worn until leaving the Network/Explorer Scouts.
• The award may be started in the Explorer section and completed in the Network.
• In special circumstances, e . g . Exam time, 2 separate camps can take place in the same month with the prior approval of the relevant Commissioner.
• There is no entry requirement to the Award. i.e. You do not need to hold any of the Scout Section Zodiac Awards.

Integration of the Award for Special Needs Scouts:

• For a Scout with Special Needs that would preclude them from outdoor camping, thechallenges can be adapted to take place in an indoor environment that allows therequirements of the challenge to be matched as closely as possible.