Equipment and Materials

• Pool noodles, one per player if possible
• Balloons, one per player
• Optional: duct tape and electrical tape for handles

Setup Instructions

1. Choose a flat open area indoors or outdoors.
2. Give each player one pool noodle.
3. Give each player one balloon.
4. If desired, tape handles on one end of each pool noodle before starting.
5. Have players spread out so they are not close to each other.

Game Play Instructions

1. Each player places their balloon on top of their pool noodle.
2. On the start signal, players try to keep the balloon balanced.
3. Players may not touch the balloon with hands, feet, or any body part.
4. Only the pool noodle may touch the balloon.
5. If a balloon touches the ground, that player is out.
6. The last player with a balloon still balanced wins the round.

Variations and Safety Notes

• If you do not have enough pool noodles, play in rounds.
• Use a time limit instead of eliminating players for younger Scouts.
• Allow Cub Scouts one reset if the balloon falls.
• Use smaller balloons to make it harder for older Scouts.
• Make sure there is enough space to avoid bumping others.
• Use soft pool noodles only.
• Stop the game if players begin swinging noodles.

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