Yo-Yo

Yo-Yo, a Webelos Elective Adventure

The Webelos Cub Scout handbook says,”The sleeper, over the falls, walk the dog, and around the world are just some of the tricks to learn with a yo-yo. Did you know that there are world champions of yo-yo? There are professional yo-yo champions who tour the world giving demonstrations and competing.”

Read on for the requirements and ideas you can use to complete them.

Requirements:

1. Learn the safety rules of using a yo-yo and always follow them.
2. Discover how to find the proper yo-yo string length for you.
3. Explain why it is important to have the correct string length and to be in the right location before throwing a yo-yo.
4. Demonstrate how to properly string a yo-yo using a slip knot.
5. Conduct the pendulum experiment with a yo-yo. Explain what happens to the yo-yo when the string is longer.
6. Show that you can properly wind a yo-yo.
7. Attempt each of the following: gravity pull, sleeper, breakaway.