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Welcome to Pow Wow —

Baden Powell, Scoutings founder, wrote a farewell message to allScouts and Scouters. In the letter, BP wrote, “The real way to gethappiness is by giving out happiness to other people. Try andleave this world a little better than when you found it; and, whenyour turn comes to die, you can die happy in feeling that at anyrate you have not wasted your time but have done your best.”

The Cub Scout Motto is, “DO YOUR BEST”. That’s what Scouting isall about. Scouts and Scouters doing their best. Thru The LookingGlass Pow Wow is about doing your best also! Look at the list, of.Thru The Looking Glass Pow Wow Staff. You will see around 200names of Scouters that,, not only this year but for many years, haVe,,done their bests They have seen the program deliver its missionobjective and realize the benefits that a boy receives thruScouting. They have the drive and zeal to want to share that witli~.you. Without this staff, Pow Wow wouldn’t happen as it is~’.intended; and the program would lack for it. So let their -

enthusiasm rub off on you and carry some of their “glow” home withyou. Also, as a participant at Thru The Looking Glass Pow Wow, youhave physically expressed the desire to do your best by spending aday to learn more to bring a quality program to the Cub Scouts youserve. Because that’s what all the songs, skits, ceremonies andfun are about. Bringing quality program to Cub Scouts to preparethem to become the kind of men this country needs.

A boy meets many people as he grows up. Teachers, neighbors,religious leaders, coaches, Cub Scout leaders. . .the list is long.But, ask a man that was a Cub Scout who he remembers. His eyeswill light up and smile will broaden across his face. “Why, Iremember _________ from my Cub Scout Pack!” In a few years (thetime will go faster than you think) you can insert your name in theblank! You are the person that will touch a boy’s life. You havethe awesome responsibility of helping a little boy grow into thekind of a man that will be a leader in his society. So,continuelearning about the Scouting program. Continue searching for funprogram ideas for your meetings. Keep up the enthusiasm you havefor Scouting today. For you are far more important than all thekings and presidents that have ever ruled. You touch the life of aboy.

It has been my privilege to guide Thru The Looking Glass PowWow along the trail. Nay all of you help clear more trails formore boys to explore the adventure of Scouting to their fullestpotential. For them and those that will follow them - I thank you,their leaders. You prepare them for their next trail.

AllenThru Looking Glass

Pow Wow Chairman 1993

Yours in Scouting,

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Jim Hayes

LeadershipTrainingChairman

Council No. 3117 Set-v j hg V a Oh in 9 K ansus and Missouri Counties. Kansas: Anderson, Doug I u.s Frank I in Jonnsohl Leavenworth

l.inn. Miami and Wyandotte. Missouri: Bales. Carro]I, Ca.ss, Clay, Henry, Jackson. Johnson lafayehto, Plulte, Ray and SI. Clam.

Heart of America Council, Boy Scoutsof America10210HolmesRoad• KansasCity, Missouri 64131 • 816-942-9333

SCOUTING

November6, 1993

GreetingsCub ScoutLeaders,

Welcometo the Heartof AmericaCouncils 1993annualCub ScoutPOWWOW? GerryAllçn, thisyearsPowWow Chaiimanandhis manystaffmembershavebeenworking hardfor overay~arnowpreparingfor this fantastictrainingprogram. I amsureyou will find thePOWWOW programandthis yearsPOWWOW book to be packedwith fun andcreativeideasandhelpful tools to enhanceyourCub Scoutprogram.

“ThroughtheLooking Glass” -- what a wonderfultheme. As Scoutleaderswemustrememberthatweareconstantlybeingviewed ‘through thelooking glass by ourScoutsandthereforeit is impor-tant thatweBE THE EXAMPLE for theseScoutsin everythingwe do.

I encourageyou to takewhat you learntodayandbeginapplyingit immediatelyuponyour returnhome. Your POWWOW book is awonderfulresourcefor you andyourpack -- shareit with otherleadersthatwereunableto attendtoday.

Thankyou for spendingthe day with us! I hopeyou andyour Scoutsbenefitfrom this experience.

‘0United ~y

SCOUTING

Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America10210 HolmesRoad• KansasCity, Missouri 64131 • 816-942-9333

NOVEMBER 6, 1993

Greetings,

Welcometo the 1993 “ThroughtheLooking Glass”Pow Wow! We’re very excitedto haveyouattendthehighestquality Cub LeaderTrainingEventin theHeartof AmericaCouncil.

Thevolunteerchairman,Gen-yAllen andhis staff, haveput togetheranexciting,action-packedandfun-filled trainingexperience.You are nowon yourway to becomingan informedandsuccessfulCub ScoutLeader. Remember,don’t hesitateto askfor help. Therearemanyothervolunteerlead-erswho want to assistyou in providingthefinestpossibleCub ScoutExperiencefor theboysin yourpack.

Thekey to beingan effectiveleaderis to useyourown abilities and interests,alongwith whatyoulearnin training to planand conducttheb~ipossibleprogram f~~ith Scouts.

Whathappensin the life ofeachboy during his formativeyearsin Cub Scoutingwill determineto agreatextentwhatkind of personhe will become.Whatatremendousgrowthopportunity andchal-lengefor you, theCub ScoutLeader,always DO YOUR BEST”.

AlwaysRemember, “KISMIF”, Keep it Simple. . Makeit Fun, “Have agreatPowWow Day!”

Sincerelyyours,

StephenP. RobertsProgramDirector

SPR.105/lmd

Coutle ii No. 307 Serving Youth in IS Kansas anti Missouri Coatbhics. Kansas: Anderson. Douglas, I.’rait kIm, Johns015. Leavenworth.

Linn, Miami and Wyandotte. Missouri: Bates. CarCoil. Cats. Clay, Henry, Jackson, Johnson. Latayelte, Ptahte. Ray and SI. Ctair. ‘0Uni~edW~y

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

- I would like to takethis opportunityto thankthoseinvolved in makingthis resourcebookpossible.Puttingthis PowWow Book togetherhasbeenamonumentaltaskfor severalvolunteersand is atruereflectionof thequality anddedicationof thevolunteersof theHeartof AmericaCouncil.Countlesshourshavebeengivenfor research,typing, editing, artworkand layout. We sincerelyhopethis book will greatlyassistyou in planningafun and challengingprogramfor theCub Scoutsyou serve. Goodluck andmayGodblesseachof you in yourendeavors!

A very specialthankyou to:

SpencerPiatt,of Computers...ASP,for his expertise,time andtalentin layout.

Jim Cappuies,ofComputers...ASPfor letting ususehis storeandcomputers.

WayneBaker,of Arrow Printing,for his patienceandguidancein printing thebook.

A big THANKYOU to all Scouters,knownandunknown,who havecontributedmaterialto this pow wow book.

rThis yearhasseenthelossof threefellow Cub Scouters:Mary Dillon, CarmenKingandIvy Lang. All threeof theseladieswereinvolved asvolunteersin individualunits,district andcouncil trainingsand activities. Theirendlesshoursof time andtalentwill bemissedby all ofusand theCubstheyserveddirectly andindirectly.

THEMES FOR PROGRAM PLANNING

MONTH

December

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

CUB SCOUT THEME

Holiday Magic

Exploring Alaska

Blue & Gold Traditions

Wheels,Wings, & Rudders

ShapeUp

Backto Nature

Strong for America

BuckskinPioneers

WaterFun

ExploreYourNeighborhood

AchievementParade

Harbors,Stations& Airports

WEBELOS BADGE

Craftsman/Citizen

Fitness/Readyman

Scholar/Engineer

Handyman/Engineer

Sportsman/Athlete

Outdoorsman/FamilyMember

Traveler/Artist

NaturalistJForester

Aquanaut/Geologist

Communicator/Scientist

Showman/Scientist

Craftsman/Citizen

Lou SpragueCindyHeckman

TeresaBaggsPamBilyeuPaulaChampionJohnDexterRon HuppBenManningDennisMilesSandyMillerKenn NaylorDianePriceMary SloneArt SwaiwellLarryVaughnCindy Wise

ArtistCopy Editor/Layout

CraftsMidway GamesWebelosWebelosBoy BehaviorWebelosWebelosRecognitionsWebelosSpecialNeedsCraftsActivitiesStoryTellingCrafts

Marie BenzSueBoerLeonaDekatMichelleGrabielJeffLawhonPeterMaxwellPatMillerCharlenNaylorCarolOttoMargaretShowalterRayleneSolomonCarolTeschkeDaveWesternJudyYeager

GamesWebelosPuppetsCraftsPotpourriWebelosSongsSkitsCeremoniesBlue & GoldKeepingthePromiseCraftsWebelosStunts,tricks,puzzles

DataEntryPeterMaxwellGail Tesson

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Book

Gail Tesson

Research

“ICopyEditor/Layout

Cindy HeckmanMargaretShowalter

JeffLawhonArt Swawell

CharleneNaylor

MartinAthertonArt Jones

PhysicalArrangementsCherylCalvert Tom Cleary .TomOnions

Keith Davenport

PromotionDonnaAmis PromotionStaffJudyYeager Exhibits Chairman Larry Yeager Exhibits Assistant

Carl GrabielDistrict Ambassdors

Blue Elk Amb Michelle Grabiel BlueElk AmbJim Cox Big MuddyAmb SherylCox Big Muddy AmbNancyGay Kaw Ambassador WandaBailey KawAmbassadorMichael Mann LongBear AmbSusanThomas North StarAmbMarthaLathrom PeletheAmbVicki Saviano PioneerTrails Amb SusanJohnson PioneerTrails AsstLouiseRinke SantaFeTrail Amb Rick Rinke SantaFe Trail AmbSue Boer SantaFe Trail AsstVemaAshcraft ThunderbirdAmbJim Bums Twin Rivers Amb

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Carl Grabiel ProgramSupportRegistration

Bruce Mahurin Programmer

RegistrationStaffVernaAshcraftKathy DeleveHesterReardon

Harold BaggsJayneGillespie

TeresaBaggsMichelle Grabiel

Michelle BradenKeveinMashbum

FredCanadaBill ShirleyJeanetteShirley

ChairmanChairmanStaff

SupportAtmosphere

PamBilyeuMarie BenzKay DuncanShenyOsiekBill RisslerLarry Yeager

ChairmanSueBoerMichelleGrabielMoya PhelpsBob Sixta

Midway GamesAlice DoverTermBurnsSandyManczukMonte RaineSueSixta

Lunch

AssistantDeeColemanPhyllisMcGheeLouiseRinkeRebeccaWoolery

JoeDekatCraigBolenArt RashLeroy Warren

ChairmanMorrie CarlsonDwight Sampson

Roy ThomasBill ChapmanRick Truman

First Aid

AssistantBill KirkeArleenWarren

FrankZinkDeniseZink

ChainnanAssistant

May FainJim Jones

ChairmanMonaJones

TradingPostRuth DuvallGingerHunsucker

Drink Stand

Assistant

SusanThomas Chairman

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RayleneSolomon Chairman

ProgramProgramPizazzSection

Cindy Heckman Assistant

Mike HaneyLindaLoveridgeKarenCoppingerDorothyYoungLouise RisslerJannaShotwellLarry Vaughn

GamesChrmnGamesAsstSkits ChrmnPuppetsChrmnPk Mtg ExciteChmnSongChrmnStorytelling Chrmn

Marie FergusonJohnTeeterHershelStrongVicki WilliamsKeithTrimbleNancyBernhardtJerryMiddleton

GamesAsstGamesAsstSkitsAsstPuppetsAsstPkMtg ExciteAsstSongsAsstStorytellingAsst

MichaelMann ChairmanDen DimensionsSection

RogerPennell Assistant

Ivan BrownKaren LightleRogerPennellTeresaBaggsJerryJackson

DenDoodlesChrmnC.S. Cooking ChrmnKnots& RopesChmnField Trips Co ChnnnProgPlanningChrmn

Al MooreKathyHemmeDanBrownHarold BaggsPattyDykstra

DenDoodlesAsstC.S.CookingAsstKnots& RopesAsstField TripsCo ChrmnProgPlanningAsst

Cub ScoutHelpsSectionMargaretJohnson

SteveSchaubLindaCoeMargaretJohnsonTeresaSayreJohnHoltonHomerRadfordJim & Ann Salisbury

B&G Org.ChrmnArts & Acad ChrmnSportsProgChrmnCeremoniesChrmnFinanceChrmnDuty to GodChrmnCommunicationsCo-Chrmn

DianeAubuchonJerryJackson

B&G Org. AsstArts & Acad Asst

Teri Edens ChairmanProgramSupportSection

Alex ToyeRich MreenCarolOttoSusieDraperFrankQuinnFrankReigelman

Pk DerbiesChrmnCM 101 ChrmanDLC ChainnanDLC StaffTigerCub ChrmnScoutExecChat

Ed SafelyAlan SmithBob OttoLyn Price

PkDerbiesAsstCM 101 AsstDLC StaffDLC Staff

FredHack Chairman Assistant

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PeterMaxwell ChairmanLeaderEnrichmentSection

Bill Donahue Assistant

JeffCookDave MoffatTedGoldsteinGeneTesson

RecruitngSkills ChrmnFam/ParInvolve.ChrmnPackAdmin Co-ChminConsiderFamCo-Chrmn

KarenHarrisonDianePriceJill GoldsteinGail Tesson

Adult Recog.ChrmnSpecialNeedsChminPackAdmin Co-ChrmnConsiderFarmCo-Chr

LeonaDekat

Michelle BradenJoMcDowellJoyceDivelblissRichard& Vicky WrayLynn HatchMary SloneJoAnnWagesDennisMilesJudyYeagerDavidStringbergKathy McPhail

Chairman

Blue& GoldDec-FebIdeasMar-May IdeasSep-NovIdeasLeathercraftNatureCraftModelingDoughWoodcraftTie SlidesTin & MetalSandArt

ChuckComeauJohnPhillipsSteveGregsonTony ChapmanGerryCahillKathyWolfeDick GrezdaKristi WilsonAndy GerrardRon Jenness

Webelos-to-ScoutTransitionWebelosLeaderEnrichmentCitizenChairmanArtlShow ChairmanScientistChrmnReadymanChrmnCrafts/HandyChrmnCrafts/HandyAsstEng/GeoChairmanFor/Nat/OutChrmn

Art/ShowAsstScientistAsstReadymanAsstCrafts/HandyAsstCrafts/HandyAsstEng/GeoAsstFor/Nat/OutAsst

CraftsProgramSectionLucyBerry Assistant

AssistantKennNaylor ChairmanWebelosProgramSection

SteveWhite

Jim LewisTerry SingleyTomRoehrickFredErkerBob WebsterStevenRipperKathy Morris

•Staff list ascurrentaspublicationdate.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Potpourri

PackPerspectives

You, the Leader

SpecialNeeds

Keeping the Promise

. .-Recogmtions

Ceremonies

Den & PackActivities

Outdoor Activities

~Blue& Gold

LShowtime

-Games

Songs

Program Enhancers

Program Pizazz

Crafts

History, ScoutingStructure, SupplementalPro-grams,Youth Protection, Cub ScoutDictionary

Includes Family Involvement

Boy Behavior, Discipline, Disabilities

Duty to God, Country & Helping Others

Advancement,Induction, Graduation, Recognition

Skits, Opening & Closing Ceremonies

Puppets,Costumes,Make-up, SpecialEffects

Stunts,Tricks, Puzzles,Story Telling

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HeartofAmerical CouncilThru theLooking Glass

1993 Cub ScoutLeaders’PowWow

GerryAllenPow Wow Chairman

SteveRobertsCouncil ProgramDirector

Jim HayesCouncil TrainingChairman

SteeringCommittee&AssistantsPhysicalArrangemeMike Pearce

ntsChairman DaveWestem Assistant

ProgramJeffLawhon Chairman GenieWilcox AssistantPromotionPatMiller Chairman SandyMiller AssistantRegistrationCharleneNaylor Chairman BonnieWhyte AssistantSupportMary Wojtkiewicz ChairmanBookLorettaBunce Chairman JanBaxendale Assistant

PowWow Chairman AssistantsJoAnneLile Secretary Ron Johnson RecognitionsMary Aslakson SocialChrmn. JudyLefler SocialChrmn.KayDuncan SocialStaff AndreaMueller SocialStaffMoya Phelps SocialStaff

LorettaBunceStaffTraining

Chairman MargaretShowalter AssistantJanBaxendale Staff PamBilyeu StaffCarolEker Staff JeffLawhon StaffPatMiller Staff CharleneNaylor StaffKennNaylor Staff Mary Wojtkiewicz Staff

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POTPOURRI

TheScoutingStructureHow Cub ScoutingBegan 3Youth Protection 4Cub ScoutArts & Academics 6ConsiderYour Spouse 7B.S.A. Family Book 7Ethics in Action 8Cub ScoutSportsProgram 10TigerCubs.B.S. A 12Cu-b ScoutDictionary 13

Thru the Looking Glass Potpourri

THE SCOUTING STRUCTURE

Whenyou join theBoy ScoutsofAmerica, youjoin morethanjustapack. Thedenandpackto which you belongarejust the beginningofthe Scoutingorganizationalstructure.

Cub Scoutingis administeredby theNationalCub ScoutCommittee,which is partof theNationalExecutiveBoardof theBoy ScoutsofAmerica.Scoutingis a nationalorganization,which is brokendown into regionscouncils,anddistricts.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

ThenationalCub ScoutCommitteehassevensub-committeesdealingwith specific taskssuchasregionalrelationships,training, litera-ture, uniformsandinsignia,anniversarycel-ebrations,advancementandrecognition,commissionerservice,outdooremphasis,careereducation,increasedreligiousawarenessandagegroupings.

TheNationalBoy ScoutsofAmericais locatedat:

1325Hill LaneIrving, Texas 75002-1296

TheChief ScoutExecutivefor theBoy Scoutsof Americais JereB. Rateliffe.

TheBoy Scoutsof Americais divided into fourregions.EachregionhasaCub ScoutCommit-teeheadedby theRegionalCub ScoutChair-man.Eachareaof theregionalsohasan AreaCub ScoutChairman.

TheHeartof AmericaCouncil is partof theCentralRegion. TheCentralRegionconsistsof thefollowing states: WestVirginia, Ohio,Michigan,Indiana,illinois, Wisconsin,NorthDakota,SouthDakota,Minnesota,Iowa,Nebraska,KansasandMissouri.

* OSA REGIONS

THE CENTRAL REGION

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Potpourri Thru the Looking Glass

COUNCIL

Thecouncil is avolunteerassociationofcitizens,includingrepresentativesof organiza-tions whicharecharteredby theBoy Scoutsof

_______ Americato promotetheScoutingprogramwithin aspecificgeography.ThemissionoftheHeartof AmericaCouncil is to provideservice,leadership,managementandoveralldirectionto thedistricts in supportof packs,troops,and exploringunits. Thecouncil is theadministrativebody to all Scoutingunits. Itsprimeresponsibilityis to implementtheScout-ing program.It is self-financedandgovernedby theCharterandBy-lawsoftheBoy Scoutsof America. TheHeartofAmericaCouncilcovers18 countiesandis dividedgeographi-cally into 10 districts.

TheHeartof AmericaCouncil is locatedat:

10210HolmesRoadKansasCity, Mo. 64l3lPhone: 816/942-9333

DISTRICTS

Thedistrict is ageographiclocationof thecouncil. Its purposeis to organizeandsupportsuccessfulScoutingunits which will resultinmoreyoungpeoplereceivinga betterprogram.Thecouncilguidesandsupportsthe districts toachievethis goal.

TheBoy Scoutsof Americais partof aworldbrotherhoodof Scouting. Scoutingis foundaroundtheglobein 117 freecountries.Al-thoughthelanguagesandcustomsdiffer, thepurposesof Scoutingremainsthesame. SomecountriesthathaveScoutingare:

ArgentinaAustraliaBelgiumBrazilCanadaColombiaCubaEcudorEgyptFinlandGermanyGreeceHaitiIndiahelandItalyKoreaLuxembourgMexicoNicaraguaNorwayPanamaPortugalSouthAfricaSyriaTaiwanUruguayVenezuelaIraqKuwaitMalayaTunisia

ArmeniaAustriaBoliviaBurmaCeylonCostaRicaDenmarkDominicanRep.El SalvadorFranceGreatBritainGuatamalaIcelandIndonesiaIsraelJapanLebanonLiechtensteinNetherlandsNew ZealandPakistanPeruPhillipinesSwedenSwitzerlandTurkeyUnitedStatesIranJordanLibyaSudanVietnam

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HOW CUB SCOUTING BEGAN

The Scoutmovementwasstartedby RobertBaden-Powell.Hewasborn on February22,1857.As he wasgrowingup hewascalledB-P. When he attendedschool,he wasnotverygoodathis lessonsbuthe did enjoydrawing,actingandrifle shooting. Whenhe wasn’t inschool,he oftenwenthildng andsailingwithhis brothers. WhenB-P left school,hejoinedthearmy.

Hewasavery goodsoldierandwasquickly promoted.Hetrainedhis menwith competi-tions andgames.In 1889,B-Pandhis menwere surroundedby theenemyin atown calledMafekingin SouthAfrica. Byusingclevertricks andbyallowing theboysofthetownto carrymessagesandtakeonresponsiblejobs,B-P andhismensurvivedthesiegewhichlastedfor sevenmonths.WhenB-P cameback to England,hefoundhewasanationalhero.

B-P wrote a book called Aids to Scouting,which wasabouttraining thearmy. Manypeoplewereinterestedin his book andB-Pbeganto think thatthesameideasmight beusedto trainboysaswell assoldiers.To try outtheseideas,B-P heldaweekendcampfor 20boyson BrownseaIsland,off England’ssouth-ern coast,in 1907. Theyswam,signaled,hikedandplayedgames.ThecampwassuccessfulandScoutinghadbegun.

Baden-Powellwrote down his ideasin abookcalledScoutingForBoys, which initially cameoutasamagazinein six parts.Scoutingwasbecomingpopularall overthecountry. Boysformedthemselvesinto patrolsof Scoutsandaskedadultsto help them. With thepopularityandinterest,Scoutingbeganto grow. In 1909,

11,000Scoutsmetat theCrystalPalacetodisplay theirScouting skills. B-P became

knownasChiefScout.

Scoutingwasseento be somuchfun thatbeforelongyoungerboyswereaskingtobecomeScouts.In 1916B-P startedtheWolfCubsto providefun andadventurefor boysthatwerebetweeneightandelevenyearsold.TheWolf Cubslearnedto light fires, useacompass,givefirst aid andkeepthemselvesfit

andhealthyaswell asmanyotherthings.WolfCubsplayedgamesandwent on outings.Cubbinghadbegunandsoonbeganto grow andgrow.

By 1920,ScoutTroopshadbeenformedin manycountries,includingAus-tralia,Canada,France,SouthAfrica andtheUnitedStatesof America.In 1920,8,000Scoutsfrom

34 differentcountrieshelda hugemeetinginLondon - this wasthefirst WorldJamboree.Attheclosingceremony,Baden-PowellwasacclaimedChiefScoutof theWorld.

In 1929,B-P becameLord Baden-PowellofGilwell. He traveledall over theworldvisitingScouts.Whenhe waseighty yearsold he wentto live quietly in Kenya,wherehe diedin 1941.Themovementhe startedcontinuedto growallovertheworld andprovidedadventurefor boysofall ages.

In 1967,Wolf Cubshadtheir namechangedtoCub Scouts.Thesilver andgold arrowswereintroducedat that time. In 1982, theTiger Cubprogramwasintroducedsothatfirst graderscouldprepareto join theCub Scouts.CubScoutingis now overseventyyearsold andisaspopularaseverin over40 countriesandterritories.



YOUTH PROTECTION

Theproblemofchild abusehasbecomeoneofthemostsignificantsocialproblemsfacingournation.TheBoy Scoutsof Americais commit-tedto ensurethatall volunteerleadersandparentsareawareofthis growingproblembyrequiringall registeredleadersto participateinafilnildiscussionon child abuse.After partici-pating in this training,thevolunteerswillunderstandthepoliciestheBoy ScoutsofAmericahasestablishedon child abuse.TheBSA recognizesthatchild abuseis a threattoyoungpeopleandthis is thereasontheyhaveadopted acomprehensivesetofpolicies andproceduresdesignedto ensurethat Scoutingcontinuesto be safefor all participants.

WHAT IS CHILD ABUSE?

Definition: Child abuseis harmto achildwhich occursimmediatelyor throughaccumu-lated effectsoveraperiodoftime. Neglectofachild is causedby withholding life’s necessi-tiesandis consideredto be aform of childabuse. Thereareotherkinds ofchild abuse.Theyareemotionalabuse,physicalabuseandsexualabuse.~

•EMOTIONAL ABUSE - occurswhenachildis consistentlybeingtold that heis no goodandneverwill be.Degradingnamecalling is aform ofemotionalabuse.

•PHYSICAL ABUSE - is thebodily injury ofachild by thechild’s parentor caretaker.~

•SEXUAL ABUSE - is any sexualactivitybetweenchild andan adultorbetweenchildrenwhenthereis an unequaldistributionof powersuchaswhenoneis significantly olderorlarger.

TheBoy Scoutsof Americahasimplementedayouthprotectionprogramto preventchildabuse.Headingafive-point strategy:

1. EducatingScouters,parentsandScoutstoaid in thedetectionandpreventionofchildabuse.

2. Establishingleaderselectionprocedurestopreventoffendersfrom enteringtheBSAleadershipranks.

3. Establishingpoliciesthat createbarrierstochild abusewithin theprogram.

4. EncourageScoutsto reportimproperbehaviorin orderto identify offendersquickly.

5. Swift removalandreportingof allegedoffenders.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE SIGNS OFCHILD ABUSE?

PhysicalAbuse:Bruises,burns(usuallycigaretteor cigar),fractures,lacerationsandabrasions.

EmotionalAbuseand Neglect:Lackingpersonalhygiene,inappropriatelydressed,consistentlyhungry,signsof childhoodstress(sometimeshard to differentiatefrom othereventsin thechild’s life).

SexualAbuse:Difficulty in walking or sitting,tornpersonalclothingandreluctanceto be nearadults.

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CHILDREN’S BILL OF RIGHTS

Foreachchild regardlessof race,colororcreed

1. Theright to theaffectionandintelligentguidanceof understandingparents.2. Theright to be raisedin adecenthomein whichheor sheis adequatelyfed, clothedandshel-

tered.3. Therightof thebenefitsofreligiousguidanceandtraining.4. Therightto a schoolprogramwhich, in additionto soundacademictraining,offersmaximum

opportunityforindividual developmentandpreparationfor living.5. Theright to receiveconstructivedisciplinefor theproperdevelopmentofgoodcharacter,con-

ductandhabits.6. Theright to be securein his or hercommunityagainstall influencesdetrimentalto properand

wholesomedevelopment.7. Theright to theindividual selectionoffreeand wholesomereceation.8. Theright to live in acommunityin which adultspractivethebelief thatthewelfareof their

childrenis ofprimaryimportance.9. Therightto receivegood adultexample.10. Theright to ajob commensuratewith his orher ability, trainingandexperience,andprotection

againstphysicalor moralemplomenthazardswhich adverselyaffectwholesomedevelopment.11. Theright to healthservicesto preventandtreatdiseaseandto insurethefullestmental,physical,

andsocialdevelopment.

Remember: If you, at anytime,suspectachild hasbeenabusedor achild hastold you theyhavebeenabused,you needto directyourcall to theScoutExecutiveof yourdistrictor to theHeartofAmericaCouncil Office (phone816/942-9333).

CHILDREN’S BILL OF RESPONSIBILTIES

•Grow in characterandability asI grow in size.•Be honestwith myselfandothersin whatI sayanddo.•Learnandpracticemy religion.•Honormy parents,my eldersandmy teachers.•Develophigh moralprinciplesandthecourageto live by them.•Strivefor healthin body,mind andspirit.•Respecttherightsofothers.•Seta goodexamplesothatothersmayenjoyand profit by my company.•Give honesteffort to my work.•Regardmy educationaspreparationfor thefuture.•Obeyourlawsso thatwemaylive morehappily together.•PreserveandstrengthenourAmericanwayof life andgovernment.

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CUB SCOUT ARTS AND ACADEMICS

TheCub ScoutArts andAcademicsis awaytheCub Scoutprogramcansupplementthelearningouryoungpeopledo. Emphasisis onlearningaboutfour“techniques”(subjects),participatingin achosensubject,andon “doingyourbest.”Cub ScoutArtsandAcademicsisnot an advancementprogram; guidelinesaresimple,requirementsarefew.

BELT LOOP - is receivedby aScoutfor doinghis bestto learnaboutthethingsin theCubScoutAcademicsbookletfor thechosensubjectandfor puttingwhathelearnsintopracticein one ofthethreeplaceslisted. It isonly wornby theScouton his uniformbelt.

ACADEMIC PIN - is receivedby aScoutoranadult for earningpointsdoing theactivitieslisted in thebookletin thechosensubject.Onepointis earnedforthirty (30)minutesofactivity. Sixty (60) pointsarerequiredfor thepin. Thesixty pointsshouldbe earnedin aninety (90)dayperiod;no morethanfive (5)pointsshouldbe earnedin oneday exceptinMusic wherepointsareearnedper activity. Thepin is worn bythe Scouton thepatchvestorontheAcademicsLetter.

ACADEMICS LETTER - is receivedby aScoutwho hasreceivedany beltioop and anyoneAcademicsPin andhasanadult “partner”who hasreceivedany oneAcademicsPin. It isworn on apatchvestor appropriatenon-uniform apparel.

ADULT PARTNER- is an adult/parentwhoreceivesan AcademicsPin for following thesameguidelinesastheScout. Adults mayweartheAcademicsPin on non-uniformapparel.Adultsmaynotreceivethebelt loop orAca-demicsLetter.

GETTING STARTED

Startingthis programis easy.Therearefoursimplesteps:

1. Selectoneof theacademicsubjects.2. Gathertheresources(thebookleton the

chosensubject).3. Learnaboutthechosensubject(readthe

booklet).4. Doit!!

RESOURCESFOR ARTSAND ACADEM-ICS AVAILABLE AT THE SCOUT SHOP:

Catalog#33031330333303433030

3303700780

SubiectArtCommunicatingMusicScienceAcademicsPocketCertificate

“A” Letter

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CONSIDER YOUR SPOUSE

This programis designedto enhanceandmaintainagoodmarriageby illustratingwaysthat leaderscanresolvefamily conflicts regard-ing Scouting.This programwill strengthenthefamily relationshipssothatinvolvementinScoutingaugmentsratherthandetractsfromthefamily andfrom themathage.

Resourcematerialavailableat theScoutShop:

ConsiderYour Spousebooklet No. 13-590ScoutersWife Award No. Q3766ScoutersHusbandAward No. Q3765

B.S.A. FAMILY BOOK

Familiesarethebasisof society.It is in thefamily thatachild learnsat an earlyageaboutlove, values,socialinteractions,self-esteemandpreparationfor today’sworld. Today’sfamily hasbeentargetedasvital to the futureof ournation andourworld.

TheBoy ScoutsofAmericahasadeepinterestin thestrengthofthefamily. ThroughtheScoutingmovement,theBoy ScoutsofAmericacanhelpparentsto meetthesechal-lenges.Theorganizationrecognizesthatit istheresponsibilityof theparentsto teachtheirchildren;however,Scoutingis an availableresourcethat canhelptoday’sfamiliesaccom-plishworthy goalswhile building andstrength-eningrelationshipsamongfamily members.

TheB .S.A. Family Programis designedfor thefamily to work,share,and playtogether,whileaccomplishingfunprojectsin orderto meetthegoalsor aimsof Scouting,while bringingthefamily closertogether.

Sometopicsinclude:Family talksFamily talk subjects

Building self-esteemLoveSharingCaringCopingTrustingGivingCommunicating

Cub Scoutfamily projectsThePackandtheB.S.A. FamilyB.S.A. Family Programquestionnaire

Resourcesavailableat theScoutShopfortheB.S.A. Family Program:

B.S.A. Family Book No. 3012B.S.A. Family Award No. 33710

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WHAT IS ETHICS IN ACTION?

Ethics in Action is an activitiesprogramforCub Scoutsthat is designedto reinforcethecharacterbuilding goalsthathavealwaysbeenapartof theBoy Scoutsof America.The.Ethics in Action programconsistsof 14 activ-ity modulesthat encourageCub Scoutsandtheirleadersto “think a little deeper”aboutvaluesandaboutsomeofthedecisionsandconsequencesof decisionsthatareapartofgrowingup. Theactivitiesalsotry to enhanceboys’ respectandconcernfor othersby helpingthemseethingsfrom differentpointsofview.Aboveall, Ethics in Actionactivitiesarefun.

Our Cub Scoutstodayaregrowingup in a verycomplicatedworld.Theyarefacedwith con-flicting messagesthatareoftenhardto sort out.Somepeerpressuremayprovideboyswith thepositivesupportneededto helpthemdo theright thing. But, on the otherhand,somepeerpressuremaywork theotherwayandurgeboysto actin or do thewrongthing whichcontradictsthepositivevaluesthatparentsaretrying to encourage.

Boysneedto makegooddecisionsbasedonsoundvalues.Ethics in Action forCub Scouts

wascreatedto do this. The 14 activitiesen-hancecharacterformation, which is the devel-opmentandreinforcementofthequalitiesthatarepartoftheCub ScoutPromiseandtheLawof thePack.

TheEthics in Action activitiesaredesignedtohelpboys’ ability to sort outvalues. Coopera-tion andconununicationis stressedbetweenadult Scoutersandboys,aswell astheCubScoutsthemselves.Ethics in ActionactivitieshelpCub Scoutsdevelopskills, as well asconfidencein andrespectfor selfandothers.Theactivitiesalsohelpboysunderstandthattheiractionsmayeffectothers,aswell asthemselves.

USING ETHICS IN ACTION

TheEthics in Action activitiesareintroducedsoleaderscanfit theminto theregulardenschedule.Theactivitiestakelittle preparationandcanbe managedby first-time aswell asexperiencedleaders.Trainingis availabletointroduceandexplainnewmaterial.Someactivitieswill be discussedatroundtablesthroughouttheyear.

TheEthics in Action programhasbeende-signedspecificallyfor boysofCub Scoutageand takeinto accounttypical agerelatedpatternsof physical,mental,socialandmoralgrowth duringmiddlechildhood.Theactivitiesarechallengingandrelevantto youth.

THE ETHICS IN ACTION PROGRAM

The14 activitymodulesin theEthics in ActionProgramareeachbuilt aroundasingletheme.Thethemesare:

1. Be a Friend.Promotesdiscussionof whatfriendshipmeans,andhow friendsacttowardseachother.

2. Be Aware and Care - 1. Discussesphysi-cal handicapswith anemphasisonblindness.

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3. Be Aware andCare - 2. Discussesotherphysicalhandicaps,suggestswaystopreparefor gettingto knowelderly people.

4. Caringand Sharing.A mockcourtsce-nario is usedto dealwith theissuesoftaking careofone’sown thingsand show-ing respectfor the propertyof others.

5. ConsumerAlert. Helpsboysanalyzecommercialmessageson televisionandinprintedadvertisement.

6. Differences.Exploresattitudestowardsdifferencesin people.

7. Fire! Fire! Explorestheresponsibleuseoffire anddealswith thekinds of decisionsregardingfire thattheCub ScoutsandWebelosScoutsarelikely to face.

8. Hard Lesson.Showsboyswhatit is like tohavelearningdisabilitiesandunderscorestheneedfor understandingproblemsfacedby childrenand adultswith learningdis-abilities.

9. Kindness Counts. Stressesresponsibilityto animals,bothat homeandin thewild.

10. Peaceis. . - Discusseswaysto introducethepositiveaspectsofpeaceandsuggestswaysboyscancontributeto worldwideunderstandingandpeace.

11. SayingHello, SayingGood-bye.Provideswaysto helpboyswho arejoining orleavingthegroup.

12. SayingNo! Helpsreinforceinformationthatboysaheadyknow aboutpersonalsafety,druguse,etc.,throughproductionofapublic serviceannouncement.

13. Shopliftingis JustPlainWrong. Thisactivity involvesafield trip to seea storesecuritysystemandprovidesinformationthatboysshouldknow abouttheconse-quencesof shoplifting.

14. WhatWe Say.Dealswith name-callingandtale-bearingthat, thoughtypical behav-ior for boysof this age,canbe disruptiveand painful.

15. A final section,WhenBadThingsHappen.Provideshelpfor leadersin discussingspecialproblemsof an individual Scoutorof thegroup.

Theaboveinformationwastakenfrom BSAPublicationNo. 3015 andis availableattheKansasCity ScoutShoporatyour local ScoutServiceCenter.

RESOURCE MATERIAL AVAILABLE:

Ethics in Action for Cub ScoutsBook No.3015

Cub ScoutandWebelosScoutProgramHelps(annual) No. 34267

UnderstandingCub Scoutswith HandicapsNo. 3839A

Scoutingfor theHearingImpaired No. 3061

‘Prejudice’ A book written by David Shiman

‘If You HaveaDuck ... Adventuresto HelpChildrenCreateaHumanWorld’ A bookwritten by JeanKelty (1982GeorgeWhittellMemorial press)

NationalFire ProtectionAssociation

Cub ScoutLeaderBook No. 3220A

Cub ScoutLeaderHow To Book No. 33831-Chapter11



CUB SCOUT SPORTSPROGRAM

Sportshasalong andhonorablehistory. Earlyrecordsshowthatorganizedsportsgo backintimeto theoldestcivilization weknow -

ancientEgypt,India, andChina.

In today’sbusyworld, familiesarecompelledto makemanychoicesregardinghow to bestspendtheirvaluabletime together.Often ourboysareforcedto selectbetweenorganizedsportsand Scouting.It is for this reasonthattheBoy ScoutsofAmericaintroducedtheCubScoutSportsProgram.

Todaytheaverageboy is exposed,at schoolorplay,to two orthreeteamsportssuchasbas-ketball,softball, and baseball,orsomeswim-ming,asan individual sportduring thesum-mer.But how oftendoesthis averageboy getachanceto learngolf, tennis,skiingor archery.Wherecanhefind a year-roundprogramdesignedfor his agegroupthatprovidesachoiceamongmanydifferent sports,bothteamandindividual?You’reright, in theCub ScoutSportsProgram!

You, theCub ScoutLeader,will find CubScoutSportsan excitingsupplementto theexistingCub ScoutPrograms.In orderfor theboysto getthegreatestbenefitfrom theCubScoutSportsProgram,andso you mayuseit intheeasiestandmostproductivemanner,it isimportantthatyou knowmorethanhow to hitavolleyball, orsetup atournamentchart,orsendout aflyer. You shouldknow thebasicconceptsof theCubScoutSportsProgram.

CONCEPTS

TheCub ScoutSportsProgramsupplementstheexistingprogramforCub ScoutsandWebelosScouts,butdoesnotreplaceit. Em-phasisin Cub ScoutSportsis on introductiontoasport, learningaboutit, taking partin it andon “doing yourbest”.Sportsmanshipis empha-sized;winning is not. Thereis an opportunityfor everyregisteredCub ScoutorWebelosScoutto participateand be recognizedforparticipation.

TheCub ScoutSportsprogramincludessum-merandwintersports,indoorandoutdoorsports,activeandlessactivesportsandteamandindividualsports.Cub ScoutSportsareflexible, easyto organize- andFUN!!

TheCub ScoutSportsprogramis designedtoworkat all CubScoutinglevels- in thefamily,den,packorthe districtandcouncil level - andto teachaboy, ateverylevel,how to getalongwith others.

SPORTSAND THE PURPOSESOFSCOUTING

If you havetakentheCub ScoutLeaderBasicTrainingyou weretold thatthereareninePurposesof Cub Scouting.TheCub ScoutSportsprogramrelatesdirectly to six ofthoseninepurposes:

1. Encouragegood sportsmanshipandprideingrowingstrongin mind andbody.

2. Improveunderstandingin thefamily.3. Strengthentheability to getalongwith

otherboysandrespectotherpeople.4. Fosterasenseofpersonalachievementby

developingnewskills andinterests.5. Showhow to behelpful and do one’sbest.6. Providefun andexcitingnewthingsto do.



HOW TO SET UP A SPORTSPROGRAM

Thefirst stepis to selecta SportsChairmantooverseetheprogram. TheChairmanandtheCommitteethenselectasport thatwould be ofinterestto thegroup. Considerthe interestofthepackmembersanddeterminewhatsportscouldbe programmedfor theyear. Establishascheduleforthe sportsactivities. Identify theplaying area,whatequipmentis available,safetyrules, recognition,expenses,leadershipresourcesandparentinvolvement.

Don’t overlookFUN for theboysandfamily.After this stepis complete,beginpromotion.

UsetheCub ScoutSPORTSLEADER GUIDENo. 2152andtheindividualmanualsforeachsport. Thesebookshaverules,fitnessprogramsand teachingaidesto enabletheboysto enjoythesport. Therulesmustbeknownon allcompetitionsbeforethepracticebegins.SETTHE RULES AND KEEP THEM. Put theruleson paperand seethateveryparticipanthasacopy.

Yourjudges(umpiresorreferees)mustalso beawareoftherulesyou areplaying by. This willhelpensurethateveryoneis playing by thesamerules.

WHO RUNS THE SCOUT SPORTSPROGRAM

Although theCubmasterdoesnot run theSportsprogramhe shouldgive supervisiontotheprogramto makesuretheprogramisconductedin accordancewith theBSA poli-cies.Thesamewould hold truewith thedenleaders.This is whereparentinvolvementbecomesimportant.Parents,grandparents,highschoolcoaches,physicaleducationteachersandcommunitysportsprogramvolunteersareall goodresourcesfor teamcoaches.Choosethecoachescarefully.Theywill haveabigimpacton theCub Scoutsandtheirfutureenjoymentof sports.

COACHES QUALIFICATIONS

• Theyshouldbe familiar with andlikeworkingwith youngboys.

• Theyshouldknow therules,strategiesandskills of thegame.

• Theyshouldknow howto teachenjoymentofthe sport.

• Theyshouldbe ableto spotproblemsandcorrectthem.

• Theyshouldknow whennot to play aboywho is ill or injured.

• Theymustbe ableto keepegoandtemperundercontrol.

• Theymustbeableto keepopencommuni-cationswith playersandparents.

Resourcesfor Cub ScoutSportsat theScoutShopinclude:

SubjectArcheryBadmintonBaseballBasketballBicyclingBowlingFishingGolfGymnasticsMarblesPhysicalFitnessSkatingSkiingSoccerSoftballSwimmingTableTennisTennisUltimateVolleyballIntroductoryGuideCub ScoutSportsLeadersGuide“S” LetterSportPocketCertificateDenRecognitionReport

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TIGERCUBS.BSA

TigerCubs,BSA, is for thefirst gradeboy andan adultpartner-father,mother,orotheradultfamily member,aslongasthepartneris 18yearsof ageorolder. Theprogramis supersimple,flexible andfun. It is heavilyfamily-oriented,with theboy andhis adultpartnerworking togetheron virtually all activities.

Theprogramis designedto operateon acasual,relaxedbasis.Thereareno achievements,andno advancementrequirements.Thethrustofthis programis fun for aboy andhis adultpartner,pure andsimple.Theboysareformedinto “Tiger Cubdens”.Theleadershipis sharedandeachmonththeTiger denselectsan activ-ity from oneof 17 “Big Ideas” foundin the“Tiger Cub Family Activity Book”. Oneof theadult/boyteamsvolunteersto planaTigerdenactivity basedon the“Big Idea”. Theemphasisis on fun andaction.

TigerCubshavea Motto andPromiselikeotherareasof Scouting.TheMotto, “Search,Discover,Share,”is thebasisof theprogram.Activities with otherboysandadults,learningfrom theseactivities,workingtogetherandfun,all re-enforcetheMotto. ThePromise,“Ipromiseto loveGod,my family andmy coun-try, andlearnaboutthe world,” reflectsboththeMotto andtheideasoftheBoy ScoutsofAmerica;reverenceto God, love ofcountry,love of family andothersandpersonaldevel-opment.

TheTiger Cub emblemconsistsof an adulttigerandatigercub,symbolizingtheconceptof equalparticipationby theboy andhis adultpartner.

TigerCubsgo on to becomeapartof theCubScoutpack.TheadultsalsolearnaboutScout-ing with theirboysandbecomeenthusiasticand activeleaders.SomeTiger Cub denssticktogetherandbecomeanewCub Scoutden.

TigerCubs,BSA, providesaoneyear,onceina lifetime experiencefor it’s participantsthatwill long beremembered.

TigerCub groupsareorganizedasan affiliateof aCub Scoutpack.A memberof thepackorganizationactsastheTigerCubOrganizer.

DuringtheTiger Cub year,whentheadultlboyteamfinish an activity, theyplace~aTigerCubstickeron theboy’s TigerCubchartalongwithaTiger Cub pawto be ironedon theirshirt.Thereis no competitionto acquiremorestick-ersthansomeoneelse. Membersof theTigerden cansharestoriesoftheirgoodtimeswiththeotherTigerCubsasapartoftheirmeetings.TigerCubsarewelcometo participateinspecialpackeventsandmay attendmonthlypackmeetings.Upongraduation,theTigerCub will haveearnedhis TigerCubgraduationpatch,aoneyearservicestarandagraduationcertificate.

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A CUB SCOUT DICTIONARY

If Scoutingterminologyis Greekto you, thisdictionaryis for you!

Achievement-Thenamegivento amajorrequirementin the Cub Scoutprogram. Thereare 12 achievementsfor theWolf rank and24achievementsfor theBearrank.

Activity Badge-Oneof 20 specializedrecogni-tions earnedby WebelosScouts.

Advancement-Theprocessby whichamem-bermeetscertainrequirementsandearnsrecognition.

Akela-A title of respectusedin Cub Scouting;any goodleaderis Akela. Thenamecomesfrom RudyardKipling’s JungleBook.

Arrow of Light Award-Highest rank in CubScouting.

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Arrow Point- An awardgivento aCub Scoutwhohascompleted10 electiveprojectsbeyondtherankfor hisgrade. A gold arrow point is

~‘ givenfor thefirst 10 projectsandasilver arrowpoint is givenfor eachadditional10 projectsthereafter.Hemayearnanynumberof silverarrowpointsfor his rank.

AssistantCubmaster(CA)-A person18 yearsor olderholdingthis positionin aCub Scoutpack.

AssistantDen Leader (DA)-A personap-pointedto helptheCub Scoutdenleader.

Assistant District Commissioner(ADC)-AvolunteerScouterwhohelps thedistrict com-missioner.An ADC is in chargeof all unitcommissionersin an assignedareaof thedistrict.

Baden-Powell,RobertStephensonSmyth-Founderof theworldwideScoutingmovement.Born in London,February22, 1857. He isreferredto asLord Baden-PowellofGilwell,ChiefScoutof theWorld. Died January8,1941. Abbreviated,B-P.

Basic Training-Formalintroductionto theprogram,purpose,idealsandproceduresof theCub Scoutprogramnecessaryfor a volunteerto functionwith theeaseandconfidencethatcomeswith knowledge.

Bear-Rank awardedto thethirdgradeCub Scoutforcompleting12 of the24achievements.

Blue andGold Banquet-A birthdaydinnerforScoutingheldby Cub packsin February.

Bobcat-Thefirst rank for allCub Scouts.

Boy’s Life-The magazinepublishedby theBoyScoutsof Americato helpboysbroadentheirhorizonsin Scouting.

Buddy System-Apartof SafeSwim Defense.Swimmersof like ability arepaired,checkinandout ofthewatertogetherandstaywithin10 feetof eachotherduringtheswim. Buddysystemis usedalso in otheractivitiessuchashiking andfield trips, for safetyreasons.



Camporee-Acouncil ordistricteventwhereBoy Scouttroopscometogetherfor oneor twonights ofjoint camping. Usuallyinvolvescompetitionbetweentroopsin Scoutcraftskills. Cub Scouts(especiallyWebelos)aresometimesinvited to attend.

Charter-Formalpermissionfrom theBoyScoutsofAmericaallowing apackto organize.

Chartered Organization-The sponsoringorganizationof thepack. This organizationmaybe areligious,civic, fraternal,educationalor othercommunity-basedgroup. Monthlypackmeetingsareusuallyheld in abuildingownedby that organization.

Commissioner-AvolunteerScouterwhoworks with packsand/ortroops to helpunitssucceed.

CommitteeChairman(CC)-An adult21 yearsof ageorolder,theexecutiveofficer ofthecommittee,who works with theCubmastertoassurethatthepackprovidestheCub Scoutphaseof theScoutingprogram.

CompassPoint Patch-Award earnedbyWebelosScoutsastheyadvancein theWebelosprogram. Thisclothpatchis hungby aloopfrom abuttonon theboy’sright shirtpocket.Metalpinsareaddedtothepatchandattachedatcompasspoints(north,

east,southandwest)astheboy advancesbyearningactivity badges.

Council Headquarters- For Scoutingin aspecificgeographicarea.Thecountryisdivided into morethan400 local councils.

Cubmaster(CM)-An adult 21 yearsof ageorolder, who holdsthis commissionin a CubScoutpack. Thepackleaderand Akelafor thepack,servesasMasterof Ceremoniesduringmonthlypackmeetings.

CubmasterAward-A bluesquareknoton agoldfield awardedto Cubmasterswhohavecompletedtraining andperformanceand servedfor 3 years.

Cub Scout-Aboy who is registeredwith aCubScoutpack. Also, thereasonwhywe’re allhere!

Cub ScouterAward-A blueandgold squareknot on a bluefield awardedto Cub Scouterswhohavecompletedtrainingand performanceand servedfor 2 yearsat thepacklevel and/orin adistrictor councilCub Scoutposition.

Cub Scout Handshake-Usedby Cub ScoutsandScouterswith theright hand. It is givenlike an ordinaryhandshakeexceptthe indexandmiddlefingersareextendedtowardtheotherperson,touchinghis wrist.

Cub ScoutMotto-”Do YourBest.”

Cub ScoutPromise-

I, (name),promiseto do my bestTo do my duty to Godandmy country.To helpotherpeople,andTo obeytheLaw of thePack.



Cub ScoutSalute-Ahandsalutemadeby CubScoutsand Scouterswith thefingersoftherighthandheldin positionasfor CubScoutsign, exceptthat the indexand middle fingersareheldtogether.Thetips of thefingerstouchtherighteyebrowor theCub Scouthat.

Cub Scout Sign-Asignmadeby raisingtheright handstraightup highovertheheadwith thepalmforward. Thefirst twofingersarewide apartandpointing up asin aV. Thethumbcoversthenailsof thering andlittle fingers. Thissign symbolizestheearsofAkela, andwhenheldup,thegroupshouldbecomesilent.

DayCamp-Summertimefun for all registeredCub Scouts. This daytimeprogramallowsboysto interactwith boysfrom otherpacksandkeepsboysandadultsactivein theCub Scoutmovement.

Den-Smallgroupof Cub Scoutswhomeetonceaweekin thehomeof adenleadertowork on projects,learngames,songs,tricksand skits to be presentedatmonthly packmeetings.Den Chief-A Boy Scoutwhohasbeenap-pointedto helpdirect theactivitiesof aCubScoutden.

Den Doodle-Advancementrecordusingbeads,spoolsormarkershungon string, lacing oryarn by eachboy to representhis advancement.It is displayedatmonthly packmeetings.

DenLeader (DL)-The adulton-the-scenesupervisorof aCub Scoutden. A registeredmemberof thepackwho attendsbasictraining.

DenLeader Award-A gold squareknoton abluefield awardedto denleaderswho havecompletedtraining andperformanceandservedfor 2 years.

DenLeader Coach-ACub Scouterwho isresponsibleforworking with andhelpingdenleadersin thepack.

DenLeader CoachAward-A bluesquareknoton abluefield awardedto denleadercoacheswhohavecompletedtraining andperformanceandserved2 years.

Denner-CubScoutwhohelps thedenleaderwith denandpackmeetings.This is generallyarotatingpositionsoeachCub Scoutmayserveandlearna little abouthelpingandleadership.

District-Levelof theCub Scoutorganizationdirectlyunderthecouncil. EachCub Scoutbelongsto a den,eachdenbelongsto apack,eachpackbelongsto adistrict, eachdistrictbelongsto acouncil,eachcouncil belongsto aregionandall regionsbelongto thenationalorganizationof theBoy Scoutsof America.

District Award of Merit-A silverknot on adark bluefield awardedfor outstandingserviceby a volunteeron thedistrict level.District Commissioner(DC)-A volunteerScouterwho is in chargeof all commissionerswithin adistrict.

District Committee-A group ofregisteredadult Scoutersresponsiblefor carryingout thecouncil programwithin theirdistrict.

District Executive(DE)-A professionalpaidScouterwhoworkswith thevolunteers,underthedirectionof theScoutExecutive.

“Do Your Best”-The Cub Scoutmotto.



Elective-A part oftheCub Scoutadvancementprogram. Thereareelectivesin both theWolfandBearrank books. Forevery10 electivescompleted,aCub Scoutearnsan arrowpoint.

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FastStart-Supplementaltrainingprogramfornewleadersdesignedto helpthemuntil theycanattendbasictraining.

Friendsof Scouting(FOS)-Anannualcam-paignin which Scouters,andotherinterestedpeoplein thecommunity,canprovidefinancialsupportto the local council to assistin meetingits objectives.

Good-OPDays- A termusedin Scoutingtodefineactivities oreventsthattookplaceatleasttwo yearsago.

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GoodTurn-A distinctive featureof Scoutingisits emphasisuponserviceto others. TheGoodTurnhabit is one that all Scoutsendeavortoacquire.

g1~~InstantRecognitionPatch/ProgressTo-wards RanksPatch-Diamondshapedpatchtowhich aplasticthongandbeadsareattachedfor instantrecognitionof achievements.Eachtime a boy completes3 achievementshe willreceiveone bead.Wolf earnsyellow andBearearnsredbeads,awardedin theden.

NationalBSA-Headquartersfor theBoyScoutsof America,locatedin Irving, Texas,wheretheCubScoutprogramis developedandliteratureis developedandprinted.

National Summertime Pack Award-Anaward earnedby thepack for conductingasummer program.

OutdoorCode-Apledgefor properoutdoorconductwhich shouldbe followedby all CubScoutsandleaders:

OutdoorProgram-Thetotal scopeof outdoorprogramsofferedby theBoy ScoutsofAmerica,including unit outings,camporees,Cub Scoutday camps,long-termScoutcamps,

councilandnationaljamborees.

0Pack-Theunit that conductsCub Scouting forthecharteredorganization.Usually consistsof2 or moredensandconductsmonthlymeet-ings.



Pack Committee-Acommitteeof concernedparentsand leaders, approved by the charteredorganization,to administertheaffairsof thepack.

PackMeeting-MonthlymeetingofCubScouts,adult leaders,committeemembersandparents,whereCub Scoutsand adultsreceiverecognitionfor theiradvancementin rankorserviceto Scouting. Skits,songs,andotherentertainmentshouldbe performedby dens.

Patches/Badges-Wornon theuniform todesignaterank or training awards.Refer to theWolf, Bear or Webelosbooks,denleaderbookor InsigniaControlGuidefor specificplace-ment information.

PinewoodDerby-Apackactivity thatinvolvesmakingandracingmodelcarson atrack.

Pow Wow-All-day learningexperienceforCub Scoutleaderscoveringa wide varietyofsubjectswith somehands-onexperiences.

Program Helps-An annualpublicationof theBSA to helpden andpackleadersplantheirmeetingsby usingmonthly themes.

Quality Unit Award-Recognitiongiveneachcharteryearto units thatconimit to andmeetsix of eightnationalstandards(threearere-quired) pertainingto leadershiptraining,service,advancement,campingandmember-

ship growth.

IiiRegion-Oneof four largegeographicaladmin-istrativeunitsof theBSA. TheHeartofAmericaCouncil is partof theCentralRegion.

Registration-Thepayment of an annualregis-tration fee. This is oneof therequirementsformembershipof theBSA.

ReligiousAwards-An award presentedbyindividualfaiths to Cub andBoy Scoutsforcompletionof arigoroussetofrequirementswithin theirrespectivefaiths. Adults mayalsoreceiveareligiousawardfor serviceto youthwithin theirownfaith.

Roundtable-A monthly district level meetingwheredenandpackleaderslearnnewideasonmonthly themes,receiveinformationon districtandcouncilactivitiesandhaveageneralexchangeof ideas.

SchoolNight for Scouting-A onenighteventin aneighborhoodschoolwhereboys andparentsgatherto hearhow Cub Scoutingoperatesandhow theycanjoin.

ScoutBenediction-”May the Great Master ofall Scoutsbewith usuntil wemeetagain.”

Scouter-Aregisteredadultmemberof theBoyScoutsof America.

Scouter’sKey-Arecognitiongivento aunitleaderorcommissionerfor completingtrain-ing, tenureandperformancerequirements.ScoutExecutive-Theprofessionalstaff leaderof acouncil.

ScouIin~Ma2azine-Theofficial magazinesentto all registeredScouters.

ServiceCenter-ScoutHeadquarters-Itcontainstheprofessionals’officesandtheScoutShop(whereyou canbuy uniformsandall of yourScoutingneeds).

ServiceStar-Wornon theuniform abovetheleft pocketto denoteyearsof servicein theScoutingprogram.

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Silver Beaver-Arecognitiongivenby theNationalCourtofHonorfor distinguishedserviceto youthwithin the localcouncil. Thesimilar regionalawardis theSilverAntelopeandthenationalawardis theSilverBuffalo.

TigerCub-Afirst gradeboy registeredwith anadultpartnerin theTigerCubprogram.

Tour Permit-Permitapprovedby thecouncilfor any outingthatis to be takenby agroupofCub Scoutsif travelingis involved. Checkwith theServiceCenter.

Two-DeepLeadership-Theconceptofhavingat leasttwo adultregisteredleadersateverypackmeetingor denoutingfor thesafetyandwelfareof theCubs.

Uniform-Thedistinctive featureof Scoutingthatquickly identifiesits members.

Uniform Inspection-Afeatureof aunit meet-ing whenmembersof theregisteredunit aregiven an opportunityto demonstratetheiruniformedappearance.

Unit-A termusedto designateany oneof thefollowing: pack,troop, team,postor ship.

Unit Commissioner-Acommissionerassignedto aunit to lendsupportandhelpwhenneeded.He/shecanbetheunit’s bestfriend.

Volunteer-Individualwho donatesservices,timeand/orfundsto supporttheprogramof theBoy Scoutsof America.

VolunteerService-theworkof agreatbody ofmenandwomenwho makeScoutingavailableto youth by theirleadershipof units-all donewithoutpay.

WebelosDen-A groupofWebelosScoutswhomeetweeklyunderthesupervisionof aWebe-los denleader.

WebelosDenChief-A Boy Scoutwho hasbeenappointedto helpdirecttheactivities of aWebelosden.

WebelosDenLeader-The adult on-the-scenesupervisorof aWebelosScoutden. A regis-teredmemberof thepackwho attendsbasictrainingto learnhow to fulfill thejob of aWebelosdenleader.

WebelosResourcePerson-Aregisteredmemberof thetroopcommitteeor an assistantScoutmasterwho servesasliaisonbetweenthetroopandtheWebelosden.

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WebelosBadge-Arankearnedby afourthor fifth gradeboywhich is partoftherequire-mentsfor the Arrow of Light.



WebelosScout-ACub Scoutwhohascom-pletedthethird gradebelongsto aWebelosden. He works on activitiesin theWebelosbookwhich aresuitedto his age. Hewill beexposedto morechallengingoutdoorexperi-encesincludingcamping.

Webelos-to-ScoutTransition-Thepreparationandgraduationofa boy from CubScoutingtoBoy Scouting.

Wolf-A rankearnedbya second-gradeCubScoutwhenhe completes12 achievementsin theWolf book.

WoodBadge-Advancedtraining session(openby invitation only) for qualifiedCub Scouttrainers.

World ConservationAward-An awardforCub Scoutsemphasizingtheimportanceof ournaturalresourcesandour interdependencewithothercountriesin fulfilling ourmutualneeds.

World Crest-A badgewornby ScoutsandScoutersasa symbolofcommitmentto theWorld Associationof Scouting. A portionfrom thesaleofthis patchgoesto supportthisassociation.

World Friendship Fund-A fund to whichScoutsandScoutersin theUnitedStatesofAmericamayconthbuteto providematerialhelp to ScoutsandScoutingaroundtheworld.

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TO MY GROWN UP SON

My handswere busy through the day.I didn’t have much time to play.

The little gamesyou askedme to.I didn’t have much time for you.

I’d washyour clothes,I’d sewand cook.But when you’d bringyourpicturebook,

And ask me pleaseto shareyour fun,I’d say; “A little later, son.”

I’d tuck you in all safeat night.And hear your prayers, turn out the light,

Then tiptoe softly th the door...I wish Fd stayeda minutemore.

For life is short, the years rushpast...A little boy grows up so fast.No longer is he at your side.

His precioussecretsto confide.

The picture books are put away,There are no longer gamesto play.

No good-nightkiss,no prayers to hear...That all belongsto yesteryear.

My hands, oncebusy, now are still.The daysare long and hard to fill.

I wish I could go back and doThe little things you askedme to.

PACK PERSPECTIVES

The Purposesof Cub Scouting 1WhatCub ScoutingDoesfor Boys 1Advancement 2Ranks 2Uniforming 2PackAdministration 3PackPolicy 4Financingthe Pack 5TheCharteredOrganization 6CharterRenewal 7Recruiting 7CreativeCommunications 8TodaysFamily 9What Do We Mean by ‘Family Participation’~ 9OtherRelatedScoutingLiterature 11A Boy’s Eyes 12Samplesof “Clip Art” 13

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PACK PERSPECTIVES

THE PURPOSEOF CUB SCOUTING

Formorethan50 yearstheBoy ScoutsofAmericahashelpedyoungerboysthroughCub Scouting.Whenaboy learnsthe Cub ScoutPromise,theLawofthePackandtheCubScoutMotto, it is thestart of two of the threepurposesof the BoyScoutsof America; characterdevelopmentandcitizenshiptraining. The third purposeof theBSA is personalfitness.

Theninepurposesof Cub Scoutingare:1. Influencingthedevelopmentofcharacterand

encouragingspiritual growth.2. Developinghabitsandattitudesof goodciti-

zenship.3. Encouraginggoodsportsmanshipandpride

in growingstrongin mind andbody.4. Improvingunderstandingwithin thefamily.5. Strengtheningtheability to getalongwith

otherboysandrespectotherpeople.6. Fosteringasenseofpersonalachievementby

developingnewinterestsandskills.7. Showinghowto behelpfulanddoone’sbest.8. Providingfunandexcitingnewthingsto do.9. Preparingthemto becomeBoy Scouts.

Eachleader,to do an effectivejob, needsto bethoroughlyfamiliar with thepointsof thesepur-posesandto includeitemsin theprogramthatwillhelptheboysgrow. ThemostimportantpurposeofCub Scoutingis to havefun. If you asaleadercaninstill theidealsspelledout in theCub ScoutPromise,theLaw ofthePackandtheCub ScoutMotto, ~ haveaprogramthat is fun, you willthenhavea successfulprogram.

WHAT CUBSCOUTINGDOESFOR BOYS

Cub Scoutingoffersboystheopportunityto ex-periencemanyfunactivitieslike singing,hiking,playing games,yelling, asking things and ofcourse,eating.

Cub Scoutingenablesboysto learnnewskills.Theyareexposedto awidevarietyofideas,tools,andotherthingsthatarehappeningin ourworld.

CubScoutinggivesboysachanceto live, drama-tize, andcaptureasenseofhistory. Byparticipat-ing in denskits at apackmeeting,theyhaveanopportunityto learnaboutandre-enactimportanteventsin ourAmericanheritage.

Cub Scoutslearnsomeof the fundamentalele-mentsof teamworkasthey sharewith one an-other. Self-disciplineand self control makeitpossiblefor everyoneto haveabettertime. Thesearevital lessons.

Cub Scoutinggivesboystheopportunityfornewexperiences.A visit to anareabusinessororga-nization in the community will expandstheirunderstandingoftheworld they live in.

Cub Scoutsbeginlearninghowto takeresponsi-bility fortheirconduct,theirappearance,andfortheirown achievement.Whensuchhabitsandpatternsare set early in life, boys continue tobehaveresponsibly.

Cub Scoutslearncitizenshipthroughservicebytaking part in den,pack and individual serviceprojectsandgoodturns.

CubScoutingpreparesboysforanewandgreaterchallengein Boy Scouting.

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Asthisstructureimplies,thefirst mainconcerninthe Cub program is the Cub Scout himself.Whetheryou areapackordenadministrator,theforemostthingin yourmindshouldalwaysbetheboy.

ADVANCEMENT

Advancementis one of the methodsused toachieveScouting’s aims of characterdevelop-ment, citizenshiptraining and personalfitness.Advancementis a processby which a boyprogressesfrom badgeto badge,learningnewskills as he goes. We should rememberthatbadgesaresimply ameansto an endandnot anend in themselves.

CubScoutadvancementis notcompetitionamongboys. EachCub Scoutis encouragedto do his“personalbest” by advancingsteadilyandpur-posefully, setting his own goalswith guidancefrom his family leaders.

Chapter11 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook givesdetailedinformationregardingadvancementre-sponsibilitiesfrom theboy to thepackcommit-tee. It alsosuppliesahandyadvancementcheck-list.

RANKS

Eachofthefive ranksin Cub Scouting(Bobcat,Wolf, Bear,Webelosand Arrow of Light) areearnedby completingrequirementsoutlined intheboy’shandbooksfor eachrank. Therequire-mentsarerelatedto theboy’s ageandeachrankis morechallengingthanthe last.Theranksandbadgesareanoutwardrecognition;however,thereal benefit to the boy comesfrom doing andlearning.

b~~>IIIt is importantthatall badgesareearned,notjustgiven!

Chapter11 of theCub ScoutLeaderBookgivesmoredetailson eachrank andhow thebadgeisearned.

UNIFORMING

Theuniformhelpsto createasenseofbelongingto an organizationsuchas the Boy Scouts ofAmerica. Wearingthe uniform is a meansofidentifyingourselvesopenlywith theprinciplesto which we as Scoutersare committed, Uni-formssymbolize:

Personal-Theuniform representsa democraticideaof equality,bringing racial,economic,reli-gious, ethnic, political and geographicaldiffer-encestogetherin theScoutingtradition.

Identification-It identifiesyouth and adults asmembersoftheBoy ScoutsofAmerica,visibleasa forcefor good.

Achievement-Whateachyouthor adultmemberhas accomplishedwith program opportunitiescan be recognizedby the badgesand insigniaworn on theuniform.

PersonalCommitment-Itis a constantreminderto everyCubScout,Boy Scout,Exploreroradultoftheircommitmentto theidealsandpurposesoftheBoy ScoutsofAmerica. It’s awayofmaking

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visible a member’scommitmentto a belief inGod, loyalty to country and to helping peoplewho needthem.

Pride-ACubScoutdoesn’tbecomeuniformcon-sciousovernight.Leadersandparentsmustrec-ognizethe importanceof wearing the uniformcorrectly and set a good example which willinfluencetheboys. All leadersshouldpromotethewearingof thecorrect,completeuniform onall occasions.

An InsigniaandUniformCommittee,madeup ofvolunteerScoutersfrom aroundthe country,ischargedwith the responsibility of setting thestandardsfor the uniform. Article X of theBylawsoftheBoy ScoutsofAmericasetsOuttherequirements,andanychangesin theuniformorbadgescomesonly asadirectresultof approvalby this nationalcommittee. Thereis a correctplaceon theuniform for eachbadge,patchandinsignia. Formoreaccurateinformation,refertoChapter14 in theCub ScoutLeaderBook,or theInsigniaControl Guide, bothof which maybepurchasedat theScoutShop.

UNIFORM POLICY -

Theofficial uniformsareintendedprimarily forusein connectionwith theactivitiesoftheScout-ing movement.Theuniformsshallns~Ibe worn:

Whensolicitingfundsorengagingin anycom-mercialenterprise.This doesnot forbid BSAmembersfromparticipatingin uniformin localcouncil-approvedmoney-earningprojectswhich do not involve thesaleof acommercialproductor service. (Forexample:UniformsmaybewornwhensellingTrail’sEndPopcorn,butmaynotbewornto sellcandyorlight bulbsasa packmoney-raisingproject.)

• Whenengagingin adistinctly political en-deavor.

• Whenappearingprofessionallyin anyenter-tainmentwithout thespecificauthorityof theExecutiveBoard.

Chapter14 of the Cub Scout Leader Book hasmoredetailson uniforming. Note:Not includedin thatchapteris theinformationthattheOscardelaRentadesignerneckerchieffor femaleleadersmaynot bewornin theusualfashionofregularneckerchiefs(it maynotbewornwithatie slide).

Thereis aproverbthatstatesthatahousebuilt onsandcannotstand;ahousebuilt on rockwill lastforever. This appliesto Cub Scoutingtoo. Thebetter the foundation,the better the program.Packadministrationis thatfoundation. It is thecohesivethat holds all the piecesof the packtogetherbecausethecommittee,especiallythecommitteechairman,is involveddirectlyorindi-rectly with everyaspectof the pack from denorganizationtoprogramplanning(andespecially)to communications.

Keepin mindthatboysdonotadmiremeticulousplanning,justthingsthatarelotsoffun, If it isn’tfor theboys,it’s for thebirds.

Within theCubScoutpack,therearemanymdi-vidualswho work towardattainingthepurposes

Seechapter4 oftheCub ScoutLeaderBook fordetailedinformation on qualifications and re-sponsibilitiesforeachmemberofthepack.Soasnot to be repetitive,noneof the very importantinformationin thatchapterwill bepresentedhere.

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Below aresomeimportantfactorsto remember:

1. Organizinga. Understandhowthepackfits in thetotal

Cub Scoutingpicture.b. Seethateachpackleaderunderstands

theirresponsibility,authorityandhowtheyfit in thetotal picture.

c. Ensurethatboysandleadersarepromptlyregisteredanddenassignmentsor leader-ship positionsfilled.

2. Planninga. Work from awrittenplanwhichincludes

what,how often,when,who,whyandhowmuchto plan.

b. Setrealisticbutchallenginggoalsfor thepack. Rememberto include agoodwillproject.

c. Makeeffectiveuseofresources:people,places,things,time, literature.

3. Communicatinga. Encourageleadersandparentstoexpress

ideas.b. Keepinformedonhowpackleadersthink

andfeelaboutthings.c. Listenwith understanding.d. Expressappreciationforjobs well done.e. Keep.packleadersandparentswell in-

formed. Over-communicatewith den!packnewsletters,fliers,etc.to makesurethat themultitudewill havethemessage.

4. Measuring resultsa. Continuallyevaluateprogramandactiv-

ities andadjustfutureprogramsaccord-ingly.

b. Are theboysadvancing?c. Is therevariety,action,purposeandfun

evident?d. Is theregoodattendanceatpackandden

meetings?1~--. ...-~

Listed are someof the resourcesthat will be ofvalueineffectivepackadministration.Chapter4of the Cub ScoutLeaderBook is a necessaryresourceforthebasicsof packadministration.

#3220 Cub ScoutLeaderBook#4263 PackJobDescriptionSheet#3212 StagingDen& PackCeremonies#3122 GroupMeetingSparkiers#3222 Cub ScoutSongbook#3831 Cub ScoutLeaderHow To Book#3234 Wolf Book#3228 BearBook#3235 WebelosBook#3853 WebelosDenActivities#7259 Cub Scout& WebelosScoutProgram

Helps#70-278 Scouting’sLibrary of Literature

ScoutingMagazineBoy’s Life Magazine

Manyproblemsinpackadministrationarisewhenleadersdecideto go their own way without atleastconsideringthebookway.Believeit ornot,the book way works and works well. Usuallywhatappearsto beadeviationfrom theacceptedway of doing things is basedupon thoroughknowledgeandexperienceofthebookmethods;ratherthana deviation,it is an embellishment.Readthebooksandfollow them. It’s hardto gowrong.

PACK POLICY1 ~4~(~j4,

Everypackshouldmaintainarecordofthepolicytypedecisionsthataremadefrom timetotimebythe packcommittee. Thesepoliciesshould beprinted,datedandacopyfurnishedto theparentsofeachnewboy whenhejoins thepack. It mayevenbea goodideato dateeachitemto showjustwhenit waspassedbythecommitteeandbecameeffective.

Thefollowing is apartiallist ofsubjectsthatmaybe establishedaspack policy. Theseare onlysuggestionsand maybe altered,deletedor en-larged.

1. Collectionandhandlingof den dues.2. Packmoneymakingprojects.3. Thingsthatthepackwill buy and furnishto

theCubScouts(badges,books,Boys’ Life, etc.).



4. Requirementfor serviceto thepackby par-entsof theboys.

5. Requirementfor permissionslips to partici-patein packoutings.

6. Pack insurance.7. Time andplaceofpackmeetings.8. Policyon organizingdensandassignmentof

boysto them.9. How aboy becomes“inactive”; penaltiesfor

inappropriatebehavior;activitiesfor whichinactiveboysarenot eligible; andhow toregainactivestatus.

10. Requirementfor atleastoneadultto accom-panytheCubScoutto packmeetings.

11. Wearingofuniform to meetingsandaccept-ablecompositionoftheuniformfor thepack. ~

12.Time andplaceofcommitteemeetings.~13. Membershipof packcommittee.14. Campoutsfor Webelos.15. DenandpackdisciplineofCubScouts.16. Packmeetingattendanceaward.

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PLANNING THE CUB SCOUTPROGRAM

Successfulprogramplanninginvolvesgoodlead-ershipandexcitingprogramactivities. Through-outtheprogramplanningprocess,leadersshouldrememberthattheirprimeobjectiveis to provideahighqualityyear-roundprogramto eachboy. ItmustachievethepurposesofCubScoutingwhilebeingfun andexcitingfor theboys.

Programplanningprovidesdirectionfor thepro-gram,asenseofsatisfactionfor thoseparticipat-ing and a feeling of accomplishmentin seeingboys grow in knowledge,skills and expandedinterest.Planningalsohelpsmakethebestuseoftime andresourcesavailable.

FINANCING THE PACK

A very thoroughoutline of this subjectcan befound in Chapter10 of the Cub ScoutLeaderBook. Thischaptercoverswhopaysfor Scout-ing, the pack budgetplan, planning the packbudget,collectingthedues,handlingthemoney,financialrecords,packmoney-earningprojects,WorldFriendshipFundandtax deductions. -

Theoutlinedprogramencouragespackleaderstoallow theboysto handletheirdues,asopposedtoparentspaying a lump sumat registrationtime.Thisteachestheboysfinancialresponsibilityandits importance.

Thischapteralsooutlinesthepropermethodsforthepackcommitteeto presentthebudgetsothatall interestedparentswill knowhowthemoneyisbeingspent.Theimportanceofthiscommunica-tion to parentscannotbeemphasizedenough.

1. BasicConceptsa. Cub Scoutingis a 12 monthprogram.b. Thepackthathasa2 yeargeneralplan

will addmorevariety by notrepeatingeveryyearspecialeventslike PinewoodDerby,Cubannapolis,SpaceDerby,etc.

c. Cub Scoutingmustmeettheneedsanddesiresofany boy, any place.

d. TheCubScoutprogramis built aroundamonthly theme.

e. Webelosdensuseactivitybadgesfor theirmonthlyprogram.

f. The Cub Scoutprogramshouldhavevariety,action andpurpose.

g. TheprogrammustbeFUNfor all.2. ProgramResources-goodleadersuse:

a. ScoutingMagazine& Boy’sLife Magazineb. CubScoutHelps& WebelosScoutHelpsc. Leaders’handbookd. Boys’ handbook -



e. PowWow booksf. Cub roundtablesg. Local librariesh. OtherCubScoutliteraturei. Theexperiencesofotherleaders

3. Fourstepsin planning-CubScoutinghasaprovenplanandprocedurethat bringssuc-cess.Thefourstepsin thisplanningprocessare:

a. AnnualPlanningConference-longrangelookatall programpossibilitiesfortheyear(andbeyondfor addedvariety)

b. MonthlyPackLeaders’ Meeting-toOut-linegeneralplansandassignresponsibilities.

c. Den LeaderCoach/DenLeaderandWebelosLeader Coach/WebelosLeaderMeeting-helpplandenmeetings

~ and outings.

d. Den Chief/DenLeaderMeeting-pre-~ paresthedenchiefto assistdenleaders

-j~‘h~with theirdenmeetings.

[~e Chapter6 in theCub ScoutLeaderBook for

L~oreinformation on programplanning.

Boysdon’tjoin Scoutingto havetheircharacterdevelopedorto becomebettercitizens.Theyjoinbecauseit’s FUN. With therightpeopleprovid-ingleadership,weruntheverybestshowin town.Remember,if you fail to plan,thenplanto fail.

MANAGING RESOURCES

Wherecanleadersobtainthematerialsthat areneededfor denandpackactivities?Whocanhelpprovide thesematerials? How do leadersusewhathasbeenobtained? Resourcesareevery-where! The creative use of resourcescanstrengthentheCubScoutprogramin thedenandpackandhelpkeeptheprograminexpensive.Indealingwith specificresources,it is moreman-ageableto split them into categories...people,places,andthings.

Eachleadershouldestablishtheirownresourceslist on file. It is agoodideato write it down,thenkeep them in a specific place, in an orderlyfashion. Onemeansof keepingresourceswellorganizedis 3X 5 cardsfiled in arecipe-typebox.Individual leadersmaymaketheirown files orthepackcommitteemaymakealarge,combinedfile to be available to all leadersandcommitteemembers. The den leadercoachneeds-a.~Well-organizedresourcefile to help the den leadersplanandexecutetheprogram.

The Boy Scoutsof America publishesa widevariety of materialto help the leadersplan theCub Scoutprogram.

THE CHARTEREDORGANIZATION

EveryCub Scoutpack, Boy Scout troop,VarsityScout team and Explorer post belongsto anorganizationhavingsimilar interestsastheBoyScoutsofAmerica.Thismaybeachurch,school,communityorganizationor group of interestedcitizens,whichis charteredby theBSAto usetheScoutingprogram.

Chapter13 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook pro-vides detailedinformation on the relationshipbetweenthepackandthecharteredorganization.

The CharteredOrganizationRepresentativeorCOR, previously called the ScoutingCoordina-tor,is amemberofboththepackandthechartered



organization.TheCORis theliaisonbetweenthepackandthecharteredorganization.Chapter4ofthe Cub ScoutLeaderBook lists the qualifica-tionsandresponsibilitiesfor theCOR.

CHARTER RENEWAL

Eachcharteredorganizationis issuedacharterbythe Boy Scoutsof America(indirectly by Con-gress)to operateaCub Scoutpack for one year.Thecharteryearis notnecessarilythesameasthecalendarorprogramyear.Theunitcommissionerplaysa big role in there-charteringprocess.

Chapter10 of theCubScoutLeaderBook lists indetail the stepsrequiredin the charterrenewalprocess.Informationon theannualmembershipinventory,thecharterrenewalmeeting,thechar-terrenewalapplicationandthecharterpresenta-tion ceremonyarealsopresented.

RECRUITING

Therearedifferentmethodsforrecruitingscouts,leadersand denchiefs. Therecruitmentof newscoutsis astep-by-stepprocessthat is outlinedinChapter10 oftheCubScoutLeaderBook. Thisprocessis fairly easyto accomplishasmostboysareeagerto becomeCub Scouts. Parentsneedon-going training with regardto participationbeginning at the time of recruitment. Beforeacceptinganewboy’sapplicationthepacklead-ersshouldreview theparentagreementon saidapplication. Furthertopicsfor reviewwith newparentsatrecruitmenttimearelistedin Chapter9of theCub ScoutLeaderBook.

If a Cub Scoutrecruitsa new boy into thepro-gram,hemayweartheRecruiterStrip describedin Chapter14 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook.

Recruitingleadersis the oneareaof Cub Scoutleadershipthat manycurrentleadersshyawayfrom, yetrecruitingisvital.Themainobstacletherecruitermustovercomeis fearofbeingtold no.Recruiting is an objective of the pack, not apersonalobjectiveof therecruiter;therefore,if apersondeclinesit is not to betakenpersonallybythe recruiterand shouldnot discouragethere-cruiterfrom furtherattempts.

Thesecondthing to rememberis to beginplan-ning therecruitmentvery early. Thinkabouttheadultsin the pack to draw upon for leadershippositions.Consideralsootheradultswho do nothavesonsin thepack; for example,seniorciti-zensandothersfrom thecommunity. Visualizethemfilling thosepositions.Decidewhatstrengthseachwill bringto theirposition.

Theactualrecruitmentshouldbe a privatecon-versationin whichneitherpartyis distracted.Therecruitershouldtell therecruitthathehasnoticedthestrengthsthattherecruithasandtherecruitershould specifically name thesestrengths(i.e.organizationalskills, attention to detail, goodrapportwith theboys,etc.)Followup with tellingtherecruitthatthepackwould be strengthenedifheorshewereto fill suchaposition. Tell himorher the specific dutiesrequiredand be honest.Ask thepersonto pleasegive it somethought.

Be Specific 111Thereis a very specific processby which denchiefs(anolderBoy Scoutwho actsasan activi-tiesassistantto thedenleader)arerecruited.Thisprocessalongwith otherrecruitinginformationisoutlinedin Chapter10 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook.



CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS

Communicationswithin thedenandpackcanbeapotentiallyaggravatingaspectofCubScouting.To makecommunicationamorepositiveexperi-encekeepthesethingsin mind.

1. Usemorethanoneform (announcements,fliers,newsletters,posters).

2. Usespacedrepetitionofthemessage(an -

flounceeachmessageatmorethanonemeet-ing, write up in morethanonenewsletter).

3. Usetypesof communicationthatappealtomorethanonesense(makeanannouncementholdingaposter).

4. Usepropsthatarefunnyormemorable(wearahator costumewhile announcing,or incor-poratethemessagein askit or run-on).

5. Understandthat amessagethatis correctlysentis notalways correctlyreceived.Com-municationis a two-wayinteraction.

Listed below areseveralforms of written com-municationsthatmaybehelpfulto denandpackleaders.

1. Recruitmentfliersa. Pack#, leadernameandphone,sponsor,

meetingtime andplace(largeprint)b. Sameasabovebutwith morespecifics

usingsmallerprintc. Howtojoin, detailsaboutapplicationand

registration2. Individualpackmeetingagenda(includean-

nouncement,wordsto songs,etc)3. Packmeetingcalendar4. Programfliers (detailson specialprograms)5. Specialawardfliers (i.e.WorldConservation

Awardor SOAR)6. Requirementcheckoff for any den7. Campinginformationflier with sign-up(or

votetally on date selection)8. Roster9. Committeemeetingagenda10. Letterto parentsor denleaders11. Packmeetingroom set-updiagram

12. BlueandGold Banquetprogram13. Cub ScoutPermissionSlip (includedetails

thatcanbe detached)14. Denassignmentsfor packmeeting(which

denhasthesong,etc.)15. Webelosdenprogramlayout for theyear16. Newsletter

NEWSLETTERS

Clear- containsunderstandablestoriesusingnomorewordsthennecessary.Creative- encourageothersto write. Includespoetryandshortstories,birthdays,etc.Enthusiastic- useshumorandincludessuccessstories,putting the most catchingpoint of thestory first.Concerned - usesnamesoftenwith apersonalapproachtothestories.Relateorganizationalandlife historiesto youraudience.Interpretive- explainwhyeventsareheld,don’tjustannouncethem. Sometimesit’s appropriateto expressan opinion.Readable- keepnewsfresh,don’t lecture.Varythestyleandlengthof articles.Attractive - searchoutgraphics.Find artistsinyourgrouporuse“clip art”.Motivate - write to motivate readers. Avoidscolding,it mayproducea negativeresponse.Effective - relateto yourreadingaudience.En-courageand seek feedbackfrom readersandothers. Exchangenewsletterwith otherpacksandasyou readlook for contentandappearanceideas.

Note: Seethebackofthis sectionfor some“clipart” to getyou started!



PARENT/FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

TheBoy ScoutsofAmericahasadeepinterestinthestrengthofthe family. Its ownaimto developboys,youngmenand womeninto participatingcitizenspossessinggoodcharacterwhoarephysi-cally, spiritually, andmentally fit, demandsthatthe movementhave an activeconcernfor thefamily.

A child’s attitudes,personalityand thefounda-tion for emotionalstability areformed at a veryearlyage.Theinfluenceofthefamily is primary,notonly in thesensethatit precedestheinfluenceofothers,butalsoin thesensethatit is ofgreatestimportance.

The world changesand socialnorms change.Socialpressurescomefrom different directions.The family facesproblems today that are fardifferentfrom thosefacedby afamily only twogenerationsago. TheBoy Scoutsof Americaiscontinually examiningits relevanceand effec-tivenessso that it remainsuseful as a supportresourcefor thefamily.

In our new and changingtimes the role of thefamilyhaschangeddrastically.Whereoncethefamily workedtogetherandplayedtogether,fam-ily valueswere automaticallytransferredto theoffspringby just beingin closecontact.

Cub Scoutinghasbeenbasedon thetraditionalfamily but now is facedwith agreatvarietyoffamily forms. We mustpayattentionto thefactthat a greatpercentageof ourCub Scoutscome

from non-traditionalfamilies. Typesoffamiliesinclude adoptive, cohabitive,communal,ex-tended,foster, samesex, shared,single parentand householdheadedby grandparents,aunts,unclesorsiblings. This is not thescenarioofthetypicalBeaverCleaverhousehold.However,asfar asScoutingis concerned,whoeveraboy liveswith is his family.

The family, whateverthe structureit is, stillprovidesthe baseof securityfor today’s youth.The caring, sharing, loving and the senseofbelonging are what make good relationships.Along with thebasicneedsfamilies face,theyalsomustdevelopwholesomeandstrongperson-alities. It is with this inmindthatScoutinghelpstheboy grow.

SeeChapter9 oftheCubScoutLeaderBook formoreinsightintowhatafamily is andwhatCubScoutingdoesfor families.Thischapterwill alsoinclude suchtopicsasthefamily’s responsibili-ties to theCub Scout,theden,thepack,andtheden/packresponsibilitiesto thefamily.

WHAT DO WE MEAN BY “FAMILYPARTICIPATION”?

It might be amotherhelp-ing hersonmakean Indianvestforhis denstunt,or adad haulinghomesomeold scrapwoodto assembleadengamechestforhisson’sden. It couldbetheseandmanyotherhelpful thingsparentsdo. But wait...wedidn’tsayparentcooperation,we saidparticipation...and thetwo areentirelydifferentthings. Too

manytimeswesimplysendourchildrento some-oneawayfrom hometolet othersworry aboutthem.This is not true in theCubScoutprogrambecausetheentirefamily participates.

TODAY’S FAMILY

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Family participationis importantto thesuccessofthepack.LeadersmustalwaysrememberthattheCubScoutprogramwasdesignedfor parentsto usewith theirsons. Parentssimply do not lettheirsonjoinCub Scouting- theyjoin with them.

It startswith you, thepackleader, Be preparedwith afew simplerulesandproceduresthatyourpack has agreedon. If you want parentstoparticipateandcooperate,tell themexactlywhatthey’rein for, whatyouwantthemto do,andwhattheycanexpectfrom theCub ScoutProgram.

It isn’t fair for leadersto expectcooperationandparticipationunlesstheyhavemadeit clearjustwhat is expected. Familiesshouldknow abouttheseresponsibilitiesbefore,notafter,you haveacceptedthe boy’s application to join. (Seeabovesectionon recruiting.)

THINGS TO REMEMBER

1. Familieswill be hesitantto acceptresponsi-bilities until they“learn theropes”,sotospeak. Expectthemto startOut slowand beespeciallyspecificwhenaskingfor assis-tance.

2. Makesuredenleadersareawareofthefamilysituations. This shouldincludecustodyar-rangements,to avoidreleasingtheboy to thewrongparentin extremecases.

3. Provideforsignificantotheradultoradoptiveparentforboysofsingleparentfamilieswheneither“Father/Son”or “Mother/Son”activi-tiesareplanned.

Rememberthat manypack involvementsneednot befull time jobs—parentsmayonly give anhouramonth,perhapsto a phonechainor bakesale. Othersmay want only to participatein aspecialprojectfor thepacksuchasBlueandGoldBanquet. Cub Scoutersneedto becreativeandunderstandin helping all types of families toparticipateasfully aspossiblein theprogram.The leadermustrecognizethat not all familiescanparticipateto the samedegree. An active

scouterwho feels angeraboutwhich family isparticipatingto whichdegreeis detrimentalto thepack.

Activities should be “parent-friendly”. Makesurethatacoupleof outgoingadultsarenearthedoorto greeteveryoneto makesurethatfamiliesfeelwelcomeandcomfortable.Nametagsareabig help. Thankfamiliesfor coming. Makesurethat siblings are madewelcomealso, If someparentsseemto feelawkwardaboutjoining in,askthem to do somesmall tasksuchaspassingoutnametags,passingOut fliers,servingrefresh-ments.Inthisway,theybecomepartofthegroup.

MORE IDEAS TO INVOLVE FAMILIES

• Parent/guardianmeetingsfor thepack. Con-sideronebeforetheannualprogramplanningmeetingto secureinputon whatactivitiestheywould beinterestedin attendingandsupporting.

• Denleaders/familymeetings. Denleadersshouldhold meetingswith theirCub Scoutsfamilies to getto know themandto let themknow whatis expectedfor theden.

• Usefamily inductionceremoniesfornewfami-lies. (Ideascanbe found i~ithe “Ceremonies”sectionof this book.)

• Oneoftheall time favorites,if usedcorrectly,is theparenttalentsurveysheet.The correctwayto useit is for a leaderofthepackto surveytheparenton aone-on-onebasis.

• Anotherthing to insurefamily involvementissuccessfulcommunicationin thepack. Seethesectionon CreativeCommunicationin thischapter.

• Give parentsaspecificjob in thedenand/orpack. A requestto do aspecificjob will getbetterresultsthanavague,“I’ll be needingyourhelpsometime.” Someleadersarecon-cernedwhen parentsdo not offer to help insomeway. Theparentsareprobablyjust as-



sumingthat if their helpis needed,you will askfor it. So don’t hesitateto ask!

• PromoteCub/familyoutings. A groupthatplaystogetherstays together- anold clichebutit really works.

• Hold acoffee- not to planorraisemoney,butto generatesome down-to-earthtalk aboutwhattheboysaregoingto getOut of Scouting.Let themknowwhattheCub programhastooffer. Generatesomeexcitementaboutwork-ing with theirboysin theprogram.

• An incentiveawardofferedto a Cub Scout’sfamily canbe usedto encourageattendanceata packmeeting. This cantaketheform of aribbonfor thedenflag,ajarofcookiesorcandyfor the winning den, or it canbe a“cubby”awardof sometype.

Chapter9 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook hascompletedetailsonmeetingswith families,ideasfor the“cubby award,andinformationon calcu-latingpackmeetingattendance.

FAMILY RECOGNITION

Be sureto recognizefamilies for theircontribu-tions, no matterhow small or large. Ideas fortypesofrecognitionscanbefoundin the“Recog-nitions” chapterof this book. Whetherit be aspecialbead,acertificateorplaqueofsometype,theimportantthingto rememberis this recogni-tion is very importantto theindividual andmostimportant,to theboyswho deriveagreatdealofpride from their families involvement. BSAprovidesaCubScoutFamily Award.Thecertifi-cate is availableatthescoutshopor makeyourown. The pack can determinethe criteria forawardingit suchas:

• Familyrepresentedatall packmeetingsandtheCub Scouthavingadvancedduring theyear.

• Family servedon atleastonepackprojectduring theyear.

• Family assistedon a packsponsoredcommu-nity activity.

“Prepared For Today” is aresourceavailableasan instructionalaidforthefamily in copingwithtoday’smodemsituationsuchas:

“The BSA Family Book” details a programwherefamiliesareencouragedto work,shareandplay together,while accomplishingfunprojectsin orderto meetthegoalsof Scouting.Formoreinformationon BSAFamily Award, seethe“Pot-pourri” sectionof thisbook.

OTHER RELATED SCOUTINGLITERATURE

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to be homealone.to fix somethingto eat.forhomesafety.forproblemsolving.to feel goodaboutyourself.


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A Boy’sEyes

“i’d like to be a CubScout...”(His eyesweredeepestblue)

“I’d like to learn, andplay, andbuild,Like Jimand Freddydo.

1 knowhow to usea hammer;I can drivea nail if I try.

I’m sevenyearsold, I’m big andstrongAndhardly evercry.”

I gavehim the applicationAndparent-participationsheet,

(His eyeswerefilled with sunshineAs he left on dancingfeet)

Nextday, myfriendwasbackagain,A dejectedlittle lad.

“I guessI’ll skip theCub Scouts.”(His eyesweredarkandsad.)

My momis awful busy,Shehasa lot offriends,yousee.She’dneverhavetimefor a den;

Shehardlyhasfor me.

AndDad is alwaysworking...He’s hardly everthere.

Togivethemany moreto doJustwouldn’tbe quitefair.”

HehandedbackthepapersWith thedignityofsevenyears,

Andsmilingbravelyleft me(His eyeswerefilled with tears).

Doyou seeyourown boy’seyesAs otherpeoplemay?

How he lookswhenyou’re “too busy”Or “just haven’ttimetoday.”

A boyis sucha specialgiftWhywon’t you realize,

It only takesa little timeToputsunshinein his eyes.

YOU, THE LEADER

Blessedis the LeaderYou, the Leader 1Being anEffective Leader 2Training is for Everyone 4Peopleto Know 5TheRoles & Responsibilitiesof thePackCommittee 8SampleAgendaof PackLeadersMeeting 10DenLeadership 10How Do I Rateasan Effect Leader 12

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YOU, THE LEADER

Blessedis theLeader

Blessedis theleaderwhohasnotsoughtthehighplaces,but who has beendrafted into servicebecauseofhis ability andwillingnessto serve.

Blessedis the leader who knows wherehe isgoing, whyhe is goingandhow to getthere.

Blessedis the leaderwho knowsno discourage-ment, whopresentsno alibi.

Blessedis the leader who knowshow to leadwithoutbeingdictatorial.

Blessedis the leaderwhoseeksthebestfor thosehe serves.

Blessedis theleaderwho developsleaderswhileleading.

Blessedis the leaderwho has his headin thecloudsbuthisfeeton theground.

Blessedis theleaderwhoconsidersleadershipanopportunityfor service.

Blessedis theleaderwho leadsforthegoodofthemany,not for thepersonalgratification of hisownideas.

YOU. THE LEADER

Cub Scoutleaderdevelopmentis a continuouslearningprocess.Thereis a basictrainingpro-gramdesignedfor every leadershipposition inCub Scouting. All of theseprogramsprovideinformationto enablethenewleadertogetstartedquickly in theirvariousresponsibilities.‘ThePowWow program is supplementalto Cub ScoutLeaderBasic Training.

Unfortunately,thereis no way thatleaderscanaccumulateall the information and ideasthey

needto do an effective job in a few hours oftraining. For this reason,leadersshouldunder-standthat theyhavea responsibilityforcontinu-ing self development. Thosewho acceptandfollow this conceptwill be more successfulinprovidinga quality programfor boys.

All leadersshould read and understandtheirleader’shandbook.Many valuabletips can befoundin theCub ScoutLeaderBook. Thisbookis thebestwrittenandmostcomprehensiveof allthecurrentCub Scoutliterature. It should be apart of yourlibrary. Besidestheleaderbook, aleadershould attendmonthly roundtablemeet-ings,workshopsandothertrainingopportunities.

If you are reading thisbook, you probablyhaveattendedoneofthebestdevelopmentopportuni-tiesfor leaders. Thispow, wow is put on by theHeartof AmericaCouncil of theBoy ScoutsofAmerica and its volunteers. You as a leadershouldmakegooduseofall resourcesavailable.ReadSCOUTINGand BOY’S LIFE magazinesand keep updatedon program changes. TheProgram Helps,publishedbothseparatelyand ina condensedversionasacenterfoldto SCOUT-INGmagazine,isagoodplaceto searchforideas.

Getto knowyourdistrictandcouncilleaders,aswell asthe leadershipof othersuccessfulunits.Copyingis thebestformof flattery andisagoodthingif you havesomeoneworthemulating.Taik


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to otherleadersin similar leadershippositionsand share your experienceswith them. Youmight find awayofresolvingproblemstogether,giving deeper insight to one’s own performanceandlearningnewideas. Therearemanypeoplein yourlocal pack,district and councilwhoarereadyandwilling to helpothersprovidethebestprogrampossiblefortheboys. Boysarespecial-theyarethemostimportantpartoftheCub Scoutprogram. Leadersthereforehavean importantresponsibilityand opportunity.

Maintainyourenthusiasm.Youwill find that ifyou areenthusiasticaboutyour leadershiproleand yourprogram,it will effectotherleadersand,moreimportantly, prospectiveleaders. Knowwhatyour programis about,and what Cub Scoutinghasto offer. If you conveythis successfullyandwith enthusiasm,otherswill join in thatenthusi-asm.CubScoutleadersareexpectedto “Do YourBest”, the same challengethat we give to theboys.

BETh~GAN EFFECTIVE LEADER

Every Cub Scoutdeservesa qualified, trainedleaderwho will provide him with the bestpro-grampossible,in thewayitis intended.A trainedleaderensuresthat thegoalsofCub Scoutingaremet. Traininghelpsleadersunderstandthe aimsandpurposesof theScoutingprogram,improvesability to work with other leadersand boys,teachesCub Scoutskills andshowshowto planan effectiveCub Scoutprogramfor the boys.

A CUB SCOUT LEADER’S ATTITUDETOWARD OTHERS

Cooperative: Knows how to work with otheradults,aswell asboys.

Sympathetic: Is sensitiveto difficulties ofoth-ers. Not absorbedby self-interest.

Considerate: Takesinto accountall factorsin-volved in theotherperson’sbehavior. Doesn’t

jump to conclusionsquickly, but is inclined togive thebenefitof thedoubtto others.

Unselfish: Doesn’tcravethespotlight. Remem-bersthatit’s theboy who counts.

Patient:Correctsmistakeswithout losingtem-perandwithoutembarrassingthepersonat fault.

Encouraging:Encouragesand reinforcesboysandotherleadersby wordsofpraise,commenda-tion andthanks.

Believing: Hasfaith in people.Believestheywillrespondto whatis goodif givensufficientoppor-tunity. Believesthey arecooperative.Believestheyhavecapacityandability.

Ambitious: Not self-satisfied.

CODE OF ETHICS FOR VOLUNTEERS

As avolunteer,I realizethatlam subject to a codeof ethicssimilar to that which binds theprofes-sionalsin thefield in whichI work. Like them,Iassumecertainresponsibilitiesandexpectto ac-countforwhatI doin termsofwhatI amexpectedto do. I will keepconfidentialmattersconfiden-tial.

I promiseto taketo mywork anattitudeof open-mindedness;to be willing to be trainedfor it; tobring to it interestand attention. I realizethat Imayhaveassetsthatmy co-workersmaynothaveandthat!shouldusethemto enrichtheprojectatwhichweare workingtogether.I realizealsothatI maylackassetsthatmy co-workershave,but Iwill not let thismakemefeelinadequate,butwillendeavortoassistin developinggoodteamwork.

I planto find Out howlcanbestservetheactivityforwhichI havevolunteeredandto offerasmuchaslamsureI cangive,butno more, I realizethatImustlive up to mypromisesand,therefore,willbe careful that my agreementis so simple andclearthatit cannotbe misunderstood.I believe


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thatmy attitudetowardvolunteerworkshouldbe—‘ professional,believethat I havean obligationto

my work, and to thosewho direct it, to mycolleaguesandto thoseforwhom it is done,andto thepublic.

Beingeagerto contributeall thatI canto humanbetterment,I acceptthiscodeofethicsfor volun-teersasmy codeto be followed carefully andcheerfully.

THE ABC’S OF BEING AN EFFECTIVELEADER

A - Attitude: accentthepositive...attitudesde-termineeffectiveness.

B - Boys:remembertheprogramis for them.

C - Communications:helpkeepthelinesopen.

D - Diplomacy: be a diplomat...alwaysputyour

bestfoot forward.

E - Effort: you’ll get out as much as you put in.

F - Flexibility: to be able to changeand adapt.

G - Guide:guide,butdon’t force.’

H - Harmony: youcanhelpmaintainthis inyourpack.

I - Interest:keepinteresthighby KISMIF.(KeepIt Simple,MakeIt Fun.)

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J - Joy: spreadit...passit on.

K - Knowledge:CubScoutsdependon youforthis. Stayinformed.

L - Listen: with understanding.

M - Morale: keepyourspirits high.

N - Nobody: is anobodyin Cub Scouting.

0 - Organized: set goals andreachthem.

P - Problems: there are none,..justlook atthemasunresolvedopportunities.

Q - Quandary: keepyourselfout ofthis state.

R - Resourceful:know whereto getmaterialsand ideas.

S - Scout:ourgoalis foreveryBobcatto becomean EagleScout.

T - Training:be sureto keepyourselfup-to-date.

U - Uniform:promotetheuniformand setagoodexampleby wearingit.

V - Volunteers:that’smostof us in theCubScoutprogram...try to recruit others.

W - Wisdom: this includesperseverance,toler-anceandtact.

X - Xtra Special:eachCub Scoutis definitelythat.

Y - Year: CubScoutingis year-round.Planyourprogramthat way.

Z - Zest: performyourjob with it.


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TRAINING IS FOR EVERYONE

Training helps leadersacquireknowledge,de-velop good attitudesandlearn skills which arenecessarytomakethecontributiontoboysworth-while. It showshow to usethemanyresourcesavailabletoprovidethebestpossible,programfortheboys andit givesconfidenceto carry out theprogram.

FastStart:Pamphletsandvideousedbytrainersand experiencedleadersto usein coachingnewleaders. This is a temporary help until newleaderscanreceiveCubScoutLeaderBasicTrain-ing in groupsessionsor by personalcoaching.The Fast Start tape should be viewed beforeattendingbasictraining.

Basic Training: This is ajob-orientedtraining.Each leaderattendsthe training sessionwhichrelatesto his/herjob. Group trainingdatesarelisted in our council newsletter,TODAY’SSCOUTING. Sometimespersonalcoachingisavailableto leaderswhocan notattendthedistrictgrouptrainingsessions.Leadersareencouragedto attendbasictrainingbefore(or shortly after)assumingjob responsibilitiesso they will bequalifiedto conducttheprogram.

Roundtable: A monthly districtmeetingoflead-ersto provideprogramideason thenextmonth’sthemeandactivity badge,which canbe usedinden and pack meeting. District and councilannouncementsmaybemadeatthis gathering.Itis also an informal sharingof ideasand experi-ences.

Workshop:Your district may offer a specificworkshop,which isusuallyfunctionallyoriented.Topics for workshopsmight include Blue andGold Banquet, individual Webelos activitybadges,craftsand charteredorganizationrepre-sentativetraining.

Pow Wow: A “don’t miss it” opportunity fortraining, Pow Wow offers a wide variety ofclassesforasingledayexperience.In depthandhands-ontraining, anexcitingmidway andmo-tivating openingand closing makethis once-a-yeareventvery special.’

D.O.E.: (DenLeaderOutdoorExperience)offersan overnightoutdoor training focusedtowardWolf andBeardenleaders.This experiencewillgivetheleaderconfidenceto takeCubScoutsintotheoutdoors. Council sponsored,D.O.E.’sbestcalling cardis that it’s FUN!

W.L.O.E.: (WebelosLeaderOutdoorExperi-ence)is the secondpart of basic training forWebelos leaders and is required for the basictraining for Webelos leadersto be complete.Outdoor skills andplanningWebeloscampoutsareamongthe topics coveredin this fun-filledtraining.

Themostsuccessfulleadersnotonly attendbasictrainingbuttakeadvantageofcontinuingtrainingopportunities. For additional information ontraining, talk to thedistrictexecutive,unit com-missioneror district training teammembers.

CUB SCOUT LEADER TRAININGAWARDS

~j~ne~JThePurpose oftheCub ScoutLeaderRecogni-tion Planis to providerecognitionfortheleaderswhoproducequalityunitsthroughaprogramthataccomplishestheninepurposesofCubScouting.Trained leaders have the knowledge and self



confidenceneededto provide youngpeoplewitha quality program. Awards consistofboth a CubScoutmedallionand anembroideredsquareknot.Thesquareknotsarerepresentativeofthemedal-lion andare designedfor greater convenienceofthewearer. There is no wearingsequencefor theembroidered squareknoton theuniform. Theyareworn abovetheleft pocketin rowsof three,with theorder of wearingatthediscretionof thewearer. Generally, when asquareknot is worn,the medallion is not worn. The medallion isusually worn on formal occasionsor whenanembroidered squa~eknot is not on theuniform.

Awardsneedto be presentedin adignified man-ner at an occasionbefitting with a “Cub ScoutLeaderRecognitionPlan”. Awardingthecertifi-cate is regardedasone of the highlightsof theevent.

APPLYING FORAWARDS

The application for award is the completed‘ProgressRecord” for the position award. Theapplication is reviewedby thepack’s committeeand,if approved,is signedbythepackcommitteechairman, Cubmasterorunitcommissioner.Thenthe applicationis turnedin by thedistrict to thecouncilservicecenterto receivetherecognition.

PEOPLE TO KNOW

District Executive: The district executive is afull-time Scouting professional in your district.He or sheis employedby thecouncil and worksunder the direction of the council Scoutexecu-tive. The districtexecutiveis a trained profes-sional who advises,coaches andhelpspreparevolunteers for decisions to be made within thedistrict. Recruiting, training and motivating vol-unteers is thekey to their success.Yourdistrictexecutive may be contacted at the Heart ofAmerica Council ServiceCenter at 816/942-9333 or 1-800-776-1110.Ask for your districtexecutivefor your district.

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District Chairman: The districtchairman is thetop Scouting leader of the district. He or shepresidesat the district committee meetings andrepresentsyourdistricton thecouncil executiveboard. The district chairman is responsible forthe membership,program and finance functionsof thedistrict.

District Commissioner:The district commis-sioneris thequality-control officer who recruits,trains and leads a staff of unit and roundtablecommissioners.Thedistrictcommissioneris theliaison betweenthelocalcouncilandthescoutingunits. There are threetypes of commissionersthat work underthedistrict commissioners’slead-ership:assistantdistrictcommissioners,mundtablecommissionersandunitcommissioners.

DistrictTraining Chairman: The district train-ing chairman overseesall district-wide trainingprograms for Cub Scoutand Boy Scoutleaders.The district trainingchairmanis not only a goodresourcefor answering questionsbut also is theperson who can give details about dates anddescriptionsof trainingprograms and howtosignup for thesetraining events.

The namesandphonenumbersofyour particulardistrict’s chairman,commissionerand trainingchairman are available from your district execu-tive.



Unit Commissioner: The unit commissionerprovidesaunitwith meaningfulservicethatbringsabouton-timecharterrenewal,qualityunitaware-ness,membershipgrowth and the delivery ofScoutingidealsto boys.

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Theunitcommissioneris avolunteerwhosemainresponsibilityis to give serviceto thepack. Thecommissionerhelpsthepackby:

1. Being afriend who helpsthepackto besuccessful.

2. Being arepresentativeof theBoy ScoutofAmericaandensuringthat its idealsareupheld.

3. Ensuringthataunit operateswithin therulesandregulationsoftheBoy ScoutsofAmerica.

4. Helping to solveproblemsandofferingsug-gestions.

5. Watchingfor signsof severeweaknessin aunit andknowingwhento call for additionalhelp.

6. Providingfor informationflow betweenthecouncilldistrictandtheunit.

7. Promotingunit participation,unit recogni-tionandleaderrecognition.

8. Assistingatpackmeetings,uniform inspec-tions and otherpack activities asneeded.

9. Providingpracticalsupport,suchaspeople,equipment,materials.

10. Visiting packleaders’meetings,whenin -

vited, and assistingwhereverpossible.11. Helping to establishandmaintaina good

pack/troop relationship.12. Acting as a sourceofinspirationto unit lead-

ers,boysandparentsthroughhis exampleofenthusiasm,dedicationand selflessservice.

Thecharterreviewmeetingandpresentationhigh-lights the yearof work with a unit. On timecharterrenewaland theQuality Unit Award forall packsis thegoalofagoodcommissionerstaff.

An effectivecommissionerwill know aboutandpromotethefollowing:

Monthly packmeetingsWebelos-to-Scout transitionWeeklydenmeetings

•Quality Unit Award•SummertimePackAward•Packbudgetplan•Recordkeeping•Annualpackplanningconference•Trainingopportunities•Parentparticipation•BSA policiesCub outdoorprograms

•Advancement•Goodcharteringorganizationrelationships•Useof councilanddistrict programs•BOY’S LIFE MAGAZINE•LeaderrecognitionUniform inspection•Charterrenewal•Yearroundprogramplanning•BSA purposesOrientation (Fast Start training) ofnewleaders

1. Asking for assistancebeforetheproblembecomestoo large.

2. Inviting theunit commissionerto packmeet-ings andactivitis andto occasionalpackleaders’meetings.

3. Inviting theunit commissionerto help withthepack’sannualmembershipinventoryanduniform inspection.

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Pack leadersshould getto know theunit commis-sionerand feel comfortablein askingfor help.Don’t lookonlyforpraiseofthepack’sefficiencybut listento thecommissionerfor helpfulobser-vationswhich canstrengthenthepackprogram.

Thenameandphonenumberof yourunit com-missionermay be obtainedfrom your districtcommissioner.

Den Chief: A den chief is an older Boy Scout(usuallyaformerCubScout), aVarsityScoutorExplorerScoutwhois selectedby theBoyScouttroop unit leaders,in conjunction with theCubmaster.A denchiefis usedin theCub Scoutand theWebelosdens. He is considereda troopofficer. This office canbe usedfor therequire-mentsfor Starand Life rank in the Boy Scoutprogram. A key elementin the den leadershipteam andasaBoy Scout,heis lookedupto by theCubScoutsin theden. Heis thepersonwhomtheCub Scoutswill mostlikely want to follow. Heshouldmostimportantly beafriendto theboysin

Thedenchief’sresponsibilitiesinclude:

1. Seethat denactivitiesdo not includeBoyScoutactivitiesthatwould takeawayfromtheboy’s futureexperiencein the troop.

2. Attendthedistrict DenChiefTrainingCon-ference.

3. Meet as needed with adult leaders from packor troop.

4. Encoui~geCubScoutstobecomeWebelosScoutsor WebelosScoutsto becomeBoy Scouts.

5. Meetregularlywith thedenleaderto reviewdenandpackmeeting plans.

6. Assistthedenin its part of themonthly packmeetingprogram.

7. HelpCubScoutsachievethepurposesofCubScouting.

8. Help theCub Scoutson advancementre-quirements.

9. Attendannual packprogramplanningcon-ference.

10. Serveastheactivitiesassistantat denmeet-ings.

11. Setagoodexampleby attitude and unifomiing.12. Know theimportanceof themonthly theme.13. Know thepurposesofCub Scouting.14. Be a friend to theboysin theden.

TheCub Scoutleaders’responsibilityto thedenchiefinclude:

1. Usehim. Includehim in planning meetings.Assignhim specific responsibilitiesfor denandpackmeetings.Givehim a copy of thescheduleto be followed. Hecan be animpor-tant helpto adenleaderbutonly if giventheopportunity.

2. Lethimknow whatis expectedbut let himuse his ownresourcefulness.

3. Givehim responsibilityand authorityaccord-ing to his position.Hewill showhowwellhecanhandleit.

4. Rememberthatthedenleadertakes the leadbut the denchiefis apart of the leadershipteam. Train him as a team member.

5. Thedenchiefshouldbe encouragedto think,talk andactasa Boy Scout, in orderto setagoodexample. He shouldbe remindedtolead Cub Scout,not Boy Scout,activities.

Don’t walk in front ofme - I maynot follow.Don’t walk behindme - I maynot lead.Justwalk besidemeandbe my friend.

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6. Encouragethedenchiefto helpCub Scoutswith craft projectsbuthe shouldnot do oneofhis own.

7. Encouragethedenchiefto talk aboutBoyScouting. It could makethedifferenceinmotivatingyoungerboysto join.

8. Avoid placingtoomuchresponsibilityon thedenchief. This is asbadas giving him toolittle responsibility.

9. Treatthedenchiefwith respect.Cooperatewith him andhe will mostlikely cooperatein return.

10. Fourimportantwordstoremember:OBTAIN,TRAIN, USE, PRAISE.

The DenAide: Theneedfor youthfulassistancetothedenleaderwasrecognizedin 1930whentheroleofthedenchiefwasdeveloped.Manytimesatroopis unableto providedenchiefsto apack,so in 1983,thedenaide,anewleadershiprole,was approvedby theBoy Scoutof America.

Thedenaideis usuallyateenageboyorgirl, age14-17,whohelpsadenleadersucceedin bringingthebenefitsof Cub Scoutingto themembersoftheden. Denaideleadershipis optionalwith thepackandusedwhereneededandwanted.This isanon-registered,non-membershippositionto beconsideredasasupportingrole. Thedenaideisasubstitutefor adenchieforassistantdenleaderwhereneitherareavailable.

Den aidesmay be recruitedfrom a variety ofsources.Themostnaturalsourceis arelativeorneighborofaleaderin thepack.Denaidesmaybebrothers,sisters,COUSinS, Sons or daughtersofpackleaders.Denleadersmustbeinvolvedin theselectionof the den aidethey will be workingwith butthefinal approvalmustbe madeby thepackcommittee.

Thedenaideworksunderthedirectionofthedenleader,assistingthe leaderin most aspectsofsuccessfuloperation. Packsthat havedenaidesusually do not find it necessaryto recruit denchiefs. In densthathavebothadenchief,and denaide, the den leaderdefinesthe dutiesof each.Thedenleader,denchiefanddenaidework asaleadershipteam.

Denaidesareeffectivein:

1. Providingapositive,caringolderbrother/sistertype relationship.

2. Keepingrecordsof attendanceandadvance-ment.

3. Settingup andhelping to cleanup after ameeting.

4. Leadingan activity beforethedenmeetingstarts.

5. Providingindividualhelpwithcraftprojects.

6. HelpingCub Scoutwith achievements7. Helping maintain order at meetings.8. Leadinggamesandsongs.9. Gettingpropsfor a skit.10. Servingrefreshments.11. Collectingdendues.

THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOF THE PACK COMMITTEE

Thenecessarymembersandtheirqualificationsandresponsibilitiesarelisted in minutedetail inchapter4 of theCub ScoutLeaderBook. Thischapteralsohasa helpful diagramshowingthestructureof thepack.Theonememberand func-


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tionthatis omittedis thefundraiserchairmanandtheresponsibilityof raisingcapital for thepack.This topic is briefly discussedin chapter 10 oftheCub ScoutLeaderBook. Somepacksdecideto havea memberof thecommitteetakerespon-sibility forthefundraiserplanningandexecution.The entire packmust support this effort astheentirepackwill benefit.

Therearemanyresourcesto help with this en-deavor. Besureto refer to TODAY’S SCOUT-ING, thecouncil’snewsletterandaskyourunitcommissioner.

To ensureeffectiveleadership,thepackcommit-tee should follow these sevenimportantele-ments:

1. ORGANTZING: Seethateachpackleaderunderstandstheirresponsibilityandauthor-ity. Understandhow thepackfits into thetotal Cub Scoutingpicture. Seethateachpackleaderunderstandshowtheyfit into thetotalpackpicture. Seethatproperequipmentandmaterialareavailablefor use.Boysandleadersneedto be promptlyregistered.Seethat thepackbudgetprogramis in o~mtion.

2. PLANNTNG:Makeeffectiveuseofresources(people,places,thingsandtime.) Planaheadfor an entireyear. Work with a writtenplan.Planformanpowerandmaterial. Scheduleregularpackcommitteemeetings,denleadercoach-denleadermeetings. Setrealisticbutchallenginggoalsforthepack.Haveaplannedrecruiting,advancementandgraduationpro-gram. Planan annualgoodwill orserviceproject. Usetheboys’, leaders’andparents’suggestions.

3. COMMUNICATING: Encourageleadersandparentsto expressideas.Keepinformedonhowpackleadersthink andfeelaboutthings.

Listen with understanding.Keeppacklead-ersinformed. Expressappreciationforjobswell done(seetherecognitionsectionof thisbook.) Make effectiveuseof themeeting.

4. RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS: En-couragecooperationbetweenleaders.En-couragecooperationwith districtandcouncilpersonnel.Carry out theCub Scoutingpro-gramenthusiastically.Alwaysbackup yourleaders.

5. UTILIZING: Inspire in packleadersawill-ingnessto work towardpackgoalsby ex -

ample.Makefull useoftheabilitiesandskillsof all thepeople.Useyourresources,insideandoutsideof thepack. Dealobjectivelywith theprogram,keepingtheboy foremostin mind.

6. MEASURINGRESULTS:Evaluationisdis-cussingthe activity with otherleadersandfamily members,thinking aboutit indepen-dentlyand decidingwheretheprogramwasstrongand whereit wasweak.Evaluationisan importantstepin planing futuremeetingsand activities. Carefulplanningresultsin agoodprogram;evaluationresultsin betterprogram.Are theboysadvancing?Evaluatethepro-gramandactivities andadjustfuturepro-gramsaccordingly. Doesvariety,action,purposeandfunmeasuresuccess?Prepareanannualreportfrom thepackcommitteeto thecharteredorganization. Do you havegoodparentparticipation?Is theregoodatten -

danceatpackandden meetings?Are yourWebelosdensactive?

7. DEVELOPINGPACKLEADERS: Selectthemostqualifiedpersonavailableforthejobto be done. Keep packleadersinformedofopportunitiesfor learningexperiencesandcontinuingdevelopment.Encourageatten-danceatroundtablesandpow wow. Insistontwo-deepleadership.Makesureyour denchiefsaretrained. Setagoodexample.

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SAMPLE AGENDA OF PACK LEADERS

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MEETING

Pack42 CommitteeMeetingDecember2, 1991

1. Treasurer’s Report

2. EvaluatePastProgram

3. UpdateandReview:DecemberPackMeeting

Skits & SongsBobcatCeremonyAwardsProgram

4. Going Forward~JanuaryPack Meeting

Crown Center7:00 pm $3.25 Adults & $2.25 ChildrenHot Chocolate,needcupsand chocolateHavenapkinsandspoons???snacks???

5. FebruaryPinewoodDerbyFebruary2, 1992Time_____Blue& Gold BanquetFebruaryTime___

6. SOARforabetterlife andWorldConservation

7. Discussion

8. Commentsandsuch: Meetingdatesfor com-mitteemeeting?

DEN LEADERSHIP

DEN METHODS

Herearesomeprovenmethodsthatyou maywantto try with theden:

UsetheCub ScoutSign,don’t raiseyour voice!If you use the sign consistently,the boyswillrespond.Seewhowill respondto thesignfirst bybecomingquiet and holdingup theirown sign.You couldgive a specialtreatat theendof themeetingto theboy who wasfirst themosttimes.

Make den awards really special. Have a cer-emonyfor InstantRecognition,passingof theDennercord,etc. Justbecausetheseawardsaremadeata denmeetingdoesn’tmeantheyaren’tspecial.

Havea specialopeningandclosingceremony.Theopeningcanset the tonefor themeetingaswell assignal the boysthat themeetingis offi-cially open. Your closingcanreinforcetheen-couragementyou havebeentrying to give themthroughoutthe week and cangive them some-thingto lookforwardto forthenextmeeting.Theceremoniescanbeverysimple,butbesureto givethemdignity andrespect.

Know your boys. Knowingthem will helpyouunderstandthembetter.Remember,everyboy isdifferent.

Let the boys be boys.Let thembe rowdy whenappropriate.Be sureto give themachanceto letoff somesteamthroughsongsandgames(espe-cially if you meetright afterschool.)

Useatalkingfeather.A talkingfeatherisalargefeatherthat theboyscanpassaround. Only thepersonwith thefeathermay speak. The boysreally respectthis becausethey all wanta turnuninterrupted.

See“SpecialNeeds”sectionof this bookfor disciplineideas.

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Make sureyour projectsare well suited. Eachprojectshouldfit theageandability of theboys

in yourden.Don’tmakeit so easythattheycouldbecomebored. On the other hand, if you hadtroublemakingyoursample,you canbe sureitwill betoohardfortheboys. In conjunctionwiththis, it might be a good ideato havesomeextrapuzzlesor pencil gameson handfor theboy orboyswho arefirst to finish. This will keepthemoccupiedandoutoftroublewhile you arehelpingtheothersto finish.

SuperviseALL activities. Don’t just sendtheboysoutsideto play. Utilize your assistantdenleaderand/ordenchief.

Deal calmly and reasonably.Give theboysachanceto tell theirside of the story. Your ex-ampleof fairnesswill carryover into otheras-pectsof theirlives.

Explain the reasonsfor you rule. Let theboysknow thereare choicesthat are made by theleadersandchoicesmadeby theboys.

Be awareof your limitations. As a denleaderyou mayneverknowwhataprofoundimpactyoucouldhavein aboy’slife. However,somethingsarebeyondyourcontrol. Do whateveryou candoto helpaboy butrealizethatyou can’t do every-thing. He will be awareof andrememberyourkindnessandcaring.

Give them LOTS ofpositive feedback.(Don’tforgetyourassistantanddenchief, too!) Makeitapointto sayatleastonegoodthing abouteachboy at every meeting. Don’t give undeservedcomplimentsbut genuinepraise. Build yourCubsup everychanceyou get. Remember.“It’sbetterto buildboysthan to repairmen!”

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Hopefully, by using some of thesetechniques,you’ll makeyourdenafunandenjoyableplacetobe. The boysjust might havemore fun beingrewardedfor their good behaviorthangettinginto troublefortheirbadbehavior.You’ll enjoyit more,too!

SAMPLE DEN RULES

1. Obeytherules.2. Bring duesweekly.3. BringyourCubScoutbookto everymeeting.4. Be quiet whenthesign is up.5. Bring supplieswhenasked.6. Respectother’spropertyandfeelings.7. Follow leader’s& denchief’sinstructions.8. Don’tinterruptwhensomeoneelseis talking.9. Wipeoff feetbeforeenteringmeetingplace.10. Go straighthomeafterthemeeting.11. If calleddowntwice in thedenmeeting,the

boy is senthome,If senthometwomeetingsin arow, in orderto returnto thefollowingdenmeeting,hehasto bringoneofhisparentswith him.

12. Whenaboy misbehaveson an outinghewillbe left at homeon thenextouting. Thenexttime he will be includedif he canfollow allthedenrules.

Remember!A boy will pushasfarashecan,andeachtime a leadergives in, he’ll pusha littlefarther. Thereis no excusefor a groupof CubScoutstearingupahouseor furniture,anda setofrules, enforcedandfollowed, helpspreventthepossibilityofdestructionofpropertyandnerves.

SURVIVAL HINTS FOR DEN LEADERS

Whatis yourimageofCubScouting?Do you seeboyshaving fun? Do you seeboysin uniform?Do you see a action-packedden meeting,or apackmeeting?Doyou seefamiliesenjoyingCubScouting together? Whateveryou think CubScoutingis —that’swhatit is! YouCAN beadenleaderandenjoyit. Youhavetakencareofyourown sonfor eight yearsand you are still fairlynormal,soaddingfive orsix orsevenmoreboysto theroostisn’t all thatbad.



•Thefirst ruleis - beoptimisticandgrin alot.And be preparedatleastan hourbeforetheyaredue to arrive, with everythingin your meetingroom. Oneenthusiastin thegroupalwayscomesearly.Don’t feel you arecoppingout if you usetheCubScoutprogramhelpfor gamesto playandprojectsto make.Scoutheadquartershasalot ofexperiencewith this sort of thing, andyou needall the helpyou canget.

•As soonasthe meetingopens,collectthedues,makeannouncements,andexplaintheday’sproject. Youarenot likely to get theirundividedattentionagain.

•Goodden leadersknow whereto look forsupplies- they scourtheirgarages,attics, trashbarrelsand neighbors’ trash cans.Keep yourprojectssimple. If you don’t, you knowwhowillbeputtingthefinishingtoucheson 8 projectsthenightbeforethepackmeeting.

•Cub Scoutslove to hammer,but, afteryourhusbandsfavorite dinner,gethim to do mostofthe sawingin advance.Rememberto keeppa-tient;keep1-inchbandagesonhand;decidewhatyou will do about unsavorywords that mightfollow aftertheboysbangtheirfingerswith thehammerafewtimes. Evenif it’s abird housethathasto bepainted,havethemusewashablepaint.And neverleave theroomfull of Cub Scoutallalonewith thepaintbuckets.

•Cub Scoutslove to wait their turn to usesuppliesor tools- it gives themtime to exploreyour closets,to testeachothers’ endurancetopunchesandpokes,andleavestime for a racingandshoutingcontest.Gettogetherwith theboys’mothersandmakeup atool box with eachboy’stools in it.

•Senda notehomepinnedin his shirtpocketwith a cornerpeekingout. It’s very difficult toreadoncetheshirt hasbeenlaundered.

•Alwaysmakeit clearthat everyoneleft in yourhouseafterthemeetingmusttakea hotbathandthencleanout yourgarage.This spurstheCubsto havetheirmotherspick themup rightafterthemeetingsand savesyou driving themhome.

•Den leadersgain somevery usefulknowl-edgethrough theirservice.Theylearnthat theirson is quite typical and normal. He may evenbehavebetterthansomeotherboys.

•Fromthebeginning~establishsomedenrules.Let theboyshelpmakethem. Startwith theonesyou consideressentialand let theboys add theonesthey feel are important. Thenpost themwheretheboyscanseethem.

HOW DO I RATE AS AN EFFECTIVELEADER?

1. Do Iunderstandmyresponsibilitiesasaleaderandtheresponsibilitiesofthosewith whom Iwork?

2. As a leader,do I involve othersordo I like torun to show andtry to do it all myself?

3. Do I really listen to otherpeoplewhentheyarespeakingor amI justwaiting for theopportunityto get in my two centsworth?

4. Do I willingly accepttheadviceof others?5. Do I havea goodrelationshipwith other

leadersandparents?6. How do boysandadultsrespondto my lead-

ership?7. Do I encouragefreeexpressionof ideasand

feelingsfrom theboysand otheradults?8. Whenlamcriticizedor foundto bewrong,do

I honestlyadmitmyfailing or do I attempttocoverup by makingexcuses?


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9. CanI acceptothersjustastheyareordo I juogetnemaccordingto asetofstandardsthat suitsme?10. Am I calm,confidentandclearthinking or do I overreactto situations,becomeoverwhelmed,

nervousor insecure?11. Do I havea positiveimageaboutmy ownabilitiesandtalentsandamI humblein usingthosegifts?

Do I havemy acttogether?12. Thingsarechangingmorerapidly todaythaneverbefore. How do I reactto change?Am I flexible

aboutnewideasandmethodsin Scouting?13. Do I haverealtrust and confidencein thepeoplewith whom I work?14. Am I really sensitiveto theneedsandthoughtsof theboyswith whom I work?15. Am I willing to studyandtakefurthertrainingto helpmebetterunderstandmyselfasaleaderand

to understandthosewith whom I work?16. Do I appreciateand understandthethinking of today’syoungpeople?17. Do Imakeeffectiveuseof theskills andtalentsofotherleaders,parents,boysand othersin the

community?18. DoImakegooduseofall availableresourcesin planningaprogramthatmeetstheneedsandinterests

of theboys? Do I put theboysfirst?19. Do I believein theobjectivesof Scoutingandwork hardto meetthoseobjectives?20. Doesmyexamplebeforeothersleadthemtowardthethreeaimsof Scouting——citizenshiptraining,

characterdevelopmentandpersonalfitness?Do I reallybelievemy exampleshouldbe followedby others?

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MY DEN CHIEF AND I

My heart sankat thesightof him,With his slim form, khaki clad;

It’s tru he had a pleasing smile --

He just couldn’t be TOO bad.

But I’d pictured broader shoulders--A big chestwith badgesdressed;

Here wasanother “little boy”.Not much older than the rest!

Wed talkedaboutplansfor theden,The ideaswere all mine;

“I wantedthis--and I’d have that--And hed say, “Yes, Ma’am, that’s fine.

Now oneday I was feelinglow,I disliked everyone;

Especiallyactive noisyboysWhowould shout,laugh, andrun.

I wasgoing to send them homeWhenmy den chiefsteppedup to say,

If it’s airight, Ill take over.”Weakly,I agreed, O~K..

While onegroupplayeda gameof ball,Hetaughtknots to another,

I sat entranced and graduallyI saw him as a Big Brother”~

I’d been the one at fault, not he--I’d pushed instead of guided.

And all myden chiefs talents,I’d succeededwell in hiding.

At long last we’d become partners,Throughfair andstormyweather;

My slim, young,smiling denchiefand Ihave learned to work together.

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SPECIAL NEEDS

CharacterDevelopmentBehavior 3Discipline 4PlanningYour Den Meeting 5Emergency!Emergency’ 5SampleDenCodeof Conduct 6Disabilities 8Benefitsfor Youth With Disabilities 8Programfor theScoutWith Disabilities 9Advancementfor Scouts

With Disabilities 9Workingwith theDisabled 10Getting to Know a Scout

With Disabilities 11LeadershipTechniq.ues 1.2ManagingBehavior 13Typesof Disabilities 14TypesofActivities 18Disability Awareness 19

Thru the Looking Glass SpecialNeeds

BOY BEHAVIOR

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

Betweentheinnocenceofbabyhoodandthedignity of manhoodwe find adelightful crea-turecalledaboy. Boyscomein assortedsizes,weightsandcolors,but all boyshavethesamecreed: to enjoy everysecondofevery minuteofeveryhourof everyday and to protestwithnoise (their only weapon)whentheirlastminuteis finishedandtheadult malepacksthemoff to bed atnight.

Boys arefoundeverywhere:on top of, under-neath,insideof, climbing on, swingingfrom,runningaroundor jumping on. Motherslovethem,little girls hatethem, oldersistersandbrothertoleratethem,adultsignorethemandHeavenprotectsthem. A boy is truth with dirton its face,beautywith acut on its finger,wisdomwith bubblegum in its hair, and thehopeof thefuturewith afrog in its pocket.

Whenyou arebusy,aboy is an inconsiderate,bothersome,intrudingjangleof noise. Whenyou wanthim to makeagood impression,hisbrain turns to jelly orelsehe becomesa savage,sadistic,jungle creaturebenton destroyingtheworld andhimselfwith it.

A boy is a composite.Hehastheappetiteofahorse,thedigestionof asword swallower,theenergyof a pocket-sizeatomicbomb, thecuriosity of a cat, thelungsof a dictator,theimaginationof a PaulBunyan,the shynessof aviolet, theaudacityof a steeltrap,theenthusi-asmof a fire crackerand whenhe makessomethinghe hasfive thumbson each hand.

He likes icecream,knives,saws,Christmas,comic books,theboy acrossthestreet,woods,water(in its naturalhabitat),largeanimals,Dad,trains,Saturdaymorningsandfire en-gines. He is notmuch for SundaySchool,company,schools,bookswithout pictures,

musiclessions,neckties,barbers,girls, over-coats,adultsandbedtime.

Nobodyelseis so earlyto rise or so late tosupper. Nobodyelsegetssomuchfun out oftrees,dogsandbreezes.Nobodyelsecancraminto onepocketarustyknife, ahalf-eatenapple,3 feetof string,an empty Bull Durhamsack,2 gum drops,6 cents,asling shot, achunkofunknownsubstanceandagenuinesupersoniccodering with a secretcompart-ment.

A boy is amagicalcreature.You canlock himout of yourwork shopbutyou can’t lock himout of your heart. You cangethim out of yourstudybutyou can’tgethim Out of yourmind.Might as well give up,he is yourcaptor,yourjailer, your bossandyourmaster.A freckled-face,pint-size,cat-chasing,bundleof noise.But whenyou comehomeat nightwith onlytheshatteredpiecesof yourhopesanddreams,he canmendthemlike newwith thetwo magicwords, “Hi, Dad!” Alan Beck(Copyright,1950)

From thebeginningof time, boyshavenotchangedandall sharesomecommoncharacter-istics. You will recognizesomeof thoselistedbelow in yourown Cub Scouts:

• Hasa senseof loyalty• Likesto win andbe rewarded• Doesnot acceptlosingwell• Wantsa lot ofattention• Likes to struggleandfight• Is Sensitiveto criticism• Likes to touchandfeel• Likes competition• Is full of energy• Is very curious• Likes to boast• Likes recognition• Wantsto belong• Dislikes nagging• Wantsapproval• Hasimagination


SpecialNeeds Thru the Looking Glass

A boy shouldhavesomeonehe canlook up to,someonehefeelscomfortablewith, and thekind of friendsandactivitesto helphim growfrom boyhoodto manhood. Someboysmayjoin Cub Scoutingto learnnewskills, whileothersmayonly be interestedin gamesandfun. Theimportantthing is to getto know eachboy asan individual. Find outwhatmakeshimTICK andyou will be betterableto understandhis behavior.

Your sevenyear-oldWOLF hashada year’sexperienceat school. When it wasnewatsixyears,he did notquestionauthority. But nowhe hasbegunto explorethe limits of authorityby rebelling. Hewill trip, push,distractandprocrastinatejust to seehow muchyou canandwill endure.

As adenleaderyou will find yourselfbecom-ing upsetwith this threatto yourauthority.Remember!This rebelliousnessis seldomasign of anythingseriousandthatthereis morenoisethansubstanceto thesevenyear-oldrebellion. A child whofeelslovedandac-cepted,morethanrejected,will be moreeagerto be goodthanto be bad.

Sevenyear-oldsseldomgetinto honest-to-goodnessbloodyfights amongthemselves.Theyusuallyengagein namecalling andpushingof chestforwardasaweaponofdefense.Namessuchasfatso,skinny, andfour-eyesarecommonlyheardcoming for thefirst timefrom theusuallypolite child.

Thehallmarkof sevensis theexplosionof thetall tales. Boysof sevenwantmoreadventurethanourmundanesocietyhasto offer. As asubstitutionfor themissingadventure,hemakesup someof his own. Heeitherexagger-atessomethingreal,imaginesan experienceorjustplain brags. Remember,thesetall talesarenot lies butaremerelyareflectionoftheiremotionalneedsto be big, strong,braveandfree whenin reality theyareonly seven. A

successfulden leaderis onewho canusethisthirstfor adventureto maketheWolf yearoneof funandexplorationof newworlds.

A BEAR ageboy nowknowswhatlife is like,wherehe standsandhasbeguntheprocessofacceptingit. Hehasbegunto respectandacceptauthorityandits rules. He seeshis denleaderasapersonin his/herown right ratherthanmerelyaparentalstand-in. Theyarelookingfor a friend andmanytimes theydiscoverthat thedenleaderis that friend.Bearsenjoyaleaderwho canevensharefriendswithouttoo muchpain,aslong astheyareassuredthat their friend “still likes thembest”. Rememberfriendsalwaystell thetruth.

Bearslike to collectanythingandeverything.Bottlecaps,cards,strings,pebblesandinnu-merable junk becomestheinterestoftheeightyear-old. Value is lessimportantthanthenumberandquantity,while afew mayorganizetheircollection, themajority will merelymessup theirrooms.

Bearslike to show off by tellingwhat theyknow to moreshelteredchildren. They like toshocklistenersso that everyonewill know how“grownup” theyare. Theirhorse-playandyelling canbe easilydiverted towardconstruc-tive play.

Bearsarenow awareof differencesin thewayof life ofhis friendsandhis ownhome. Hestartsto makecomparisonsandwill usethis tomanipulateothers. Thisdeviceof comparingwill be usedat its fullest in theteenyears,butthis is wherehe getshis “basictraining” in“Well, Johnnycando it, why Can’t I?”

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Nine year-oldWEBELOS havea greatdesireto be useful, neededandto belike adultsandyethe keepsscurryingbackandforth to theprotectionof adults. Theinnerworld of theninersis oneof confusion. Heknowsthathe isstill achild, yet he is awareofthegrown-upworld just over the hill. He weepseasilywhenfrustrated. He has a great urge to belongto agroupof children and finds any exile from thegroupalmostunbearable.

They like looselyorganizedgroupgames. Thenineyear-oldis curiousaboutwhat is happen-ing in otherpartsof theworld, in discoveries,inventions,science,moviesandbooks. Intel-lectuallytheyfeedon everything. Creativeactivities,like painting,musicorwriting seemsto disappear(atleastfor a while). Theybe-comeself-consciousabouttheirefforts andstop producing. Theynowhavehigh standardsandinadequatetechniques.Comparisonswithothersarehardat any agebut atnine it isespeciallydifficult. Praiseis seldonreceivedwithoutthepraiserfeeling like theyhavetojustify thepraise,asif theboy resentsthepraise. Rememberthatwhentheyarethemostunlovable,theyneedlove themost, andwhentheyappearthemostundesireable,theyneedunderstandingthemost.

Thesecondyearof WEBELOSbringsyou atenyear-oldwith a wide rangeofdevelopmentandbehavior. Someof theboysarephysicallydeveloped;othersaretrying to catchup. Someareresponsibleandstable;othersareimmatureandyounger in relation to their years. Somestandon thethresholdof adolescenceretainingthewaysof youthwhile othersarelooking farbeyondthehorizonandrushinginto olderbehavior.

Tenyear-oldsmakeareal distinctionbetween“their” world and“your” world. Theoldproblemsof authorityreturnandif theyfeelthat theauthorityis oppressivetheyrebel. Attimes it appearsthat he is almostcompelledtoobeytheauthorityof“their” world (peergroup)ratherthantheregulationsof theadultworld. The existenceof a beneficialgroup

suchasa Webelosdencanbe of infinite helpin shapingthetenyear-oldsattitudes.Througha“good group” a boy canbe ledinto construc-tive ratherthandestructivegroupactivitieswith his peers. Your tenyear-oldis yearningfor responsibility,to be useful andimportant.Whatan opportunityforleaderto introducenewinterestsandnewwaysof doing oldthings.

Therank books for the 4 years of Cub Scoutingtakeinto considerationthecharacteristicsofeachageandintroducenewskills and adven-turesaccordingto their interestsandabilitylevels.

BEHAVIOR

What is behavior?By defmition,behavioristhemannerin which weconductourselvestowardothers. Sowhy do Cub Scoutageboysbehavetheway theydo? Perhapsby under-standingthat while thecharacteristicsmaybethesame,eachboy is adistinctindividual,thenwecanbetterunderstandthe reasonsfortheirbehavior.

Cub Scoutageboyshavethefollowing needs:• To belong• Adventure• A senseof accomplishment‘Friends• Recognitionofpraise• A chanceto expresshimself•FUN

If a boy wants to be noticed andreceivesa lotof attentionfrom you whenhe misbehaves,hisneedto be noticedis fulfilled. He will prob-ably continuehis inappropriatebehaviorbecause it best fulfills his need.

Well then,what’s a den leaderto do? Boyswill be boysandwill probablyget into trouble.How canyou dealwith misbehavior,build uptheir self-esteemandstill maintainsomekindoforderin yourden? Youneedaplanofdiscipline.



DISCIPLINE

Discipline is essentialfor theexistenceof anysocialunit andespeciallyfor anewly formingonesuchasaCub Scoutden. Discipline isstructure,for boys andleadersalike. Disci-pline is.the training thatcorrects,molds,strengthensandperfectsa person’scharacter.It is not synonymouswith punishment. In fact,punishmentis only asmallpart oftheconceptof discipline,anda lessthaneffectivepart toboot.

Discipline is settingboundariesandsticking tothem. It is making thechild responsiblefor hisown behavior,telling him that if he choosesacertaincourseof action,whatthespecificconsequencesof that actionwill be. If theychoosea differentaction,the resultmaybedifferenttoo. Childrenneedto realizetheyhavechoices.

A disciplinedgroupof boyswith anundisciplinedleadercanbe moredetrimentalthat agroupof undisciplinedboyswith adisciplinedleader.

As a denleader,you will needto spell out forthe boyswhat is acceptablebehaviorandwhatis not, andthe consequencesofboth. Let themknowwhat to expectatthebeginningandSTICK TO IT!

Thusthefirst rule of disciplineis:

1. Who’s in chargehere? Plan ahead,makealternativeplans,establisharoutineforyourmeeting. If you don’t, the boyswill.Insist on attentionwhenyou speakbutgivethem attentionwhentheyspeak.

2. Focusof behavior.Haveactivitiesthataccommodateshortattentionspans,thatcontainthe appropriatelevelof psycho-motorability, andmostimportant,is ofinterestto them.

3. Reward virtue. Reward worksbetterthanpunishment.Behaviorthat is rewardedtendsto be repeatedandwill leadto furtherimprovements.Behaviorthatis neverrewardedwill disappear.

4. Token rewards. An objectbecomesrein-forcing if it canbe exchangedfor otherreinforcements.Conductcandles,totembeads,etc. areexamplesof token awards.

5. Do as I do. Behaviorthat is rewardedinotherstendsto be imitated. Rememberalsothat theboyswill do as you do. Wearyouruniform andthey will weartheir uniform.Be positive andtheywill be positive. Bepolite andtheywill be polite. Be unfairand theywill be unfair.

6. Time out. Behaviorthat resultsin removalfrom arewardingsituationtendsto beavoided. Theboy who hasto sit in theotherroomor who is senthomeearlybecauseofhis behaviortendsto avoid thatbehaviorin the future.

7. Over-correction.Whenbehaviorproducesadditionalwork it will be avoided. Theboy whohasto cleanup his messbeforeplaying a game,is notasmessynext time.If the leadercleansit up, boyswill notlearnto accepttheconsequencesof theirown behavior.

8. Nobodylikes a phony. A leader’s feelingsandbehaviormustbe Consistent. Everyonelikes oneboy betterthanothers,but it is ourresponsibilityto treatall equally. Do notpunishtheboy for havingparentswho areuncooperativeor antagonistic.Hewillsurely showsomeof thesametraits but it isunfit to takeit Out Ofl thechild. Discusshisbehaviorwith theparentsprivately.

9. Whentheneedfor discipline arises,stopthe activity immediatelyandremovetheboy from theSituation.

10. If the group misbehaves,disciplinethegroup. If an individual misbehaves,disci-pline the individual.



A PROBLEM OR CHALLENGE

Thereareafew ideasfrom experienceddenleaders on positive things to do to avoiddiscplineproblems.

• Insist on attentionwhentalking.• Don’t shoutor yell.• Teachboysto respondto theCub Scout

sign.• Praisein public, criticize in private.• Give boysresponsibility.• Be impartial ~fl:dealingwith Cub Scouts.• Don’t play favorites.• Be firm in afriendly manner.

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1. Haveyouracttogether.2. Get thegroupin orderbeforeyou try to

speak.3. Use “wait aminute” wordsuntil yOu are

readyfor action.4. Tell themhow,not justwhat.

ENDINGS1. Keepit simple.2. End on time.

SeetheProgramPizazzsectionof this _______bookfor ideasfor puzzlesandtricks.

PLANNINGYOUR DEN MEETINGEMERGENCY! EMERGENCY!

Planfor everyperson;whatabouttheearlyfinisher? Try to avoidthis problemby plan-fling open-endedprojectsthat extenduntil thetime periodends,wheneverpractical,but ifnot, you maysuggestthat they helptheothersorcreateainterestcenterwith things to read,thingsto write (inventnewwordsfor an oldsong,word searchpuzzles,etc.), thingstomakeandthingsto play.

Planfor every minute;nothingis morefrustrat-ing thanto planan action-packedhourforeveryperson,only to havethewhole thing fallapartin theminutesbeforeit evenstarts.

Mosttempersareprobablylostduring transi-tion — thebeginning,the in-betweens,andtheend. Thebeginningsetsthetonefor every-thing thatfollows. An orderlybeginningsetsthescenefor order.

BEGINNING1. Establishcleararrival procedures.2. Provide “gatheringactivities”.3. Starton time.4. Use “quiet signal” andmakeit work.5. Have adefinitebeginning.

We all know thatoccasionallyeventhemostwell laid plansgo to pieces. Behaviorbreak-downsareusuallyaboy’s wayofletting youknow that your plansaretoo tedious,toodisorganizedor simply to many.

Stop trying to makethemwork, whenyou arenot succeeding. Work will not get done if youhavelostcontrol. All you gainby screamingandthreateningis frustration. Setasideyouroriginal plansandtaketime out for fun. Youwill regaincontrolandset thestagefor coop-erationin thefuture.

Boyshaveanenormoussupplyof energyandavery low tolerancefor inactivity. Theyneedaction. To alleviatepent-upenergy,plananactivegamethatcanbe playedata momentsnotice. Thesegamesrequireno equipmentotherthanwhat is in yourdenbox or meetingroom. You will needsomequietgames,tocalm themdown,beforegoing into or backtoyouroriginal plans.

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EMERGENCY KIT

Youremergencykit shouldcontainthefollow-ing items:

• Writing paperfor: collectiveart,wordmaking,quiz shows,evaluation

• Newsprintfor: giantpictures,murals,illustrations

• Paperbagsfor: dramatics,mask, identifi-cation game

• Ropefor: knottying gamesandlessons• Booksfor: emergencyideassuchas

games,crafts,songs,etc.

After themeetingis over, taketime to evaluatewhatwent wrong. Whathappenedandwhydid it fall apart?

GoodrulesarePOSITIVE - Rulesshouldbeaimedatproducinggoodbehavior,not atpunishingbad. Insteadof saying“Don’t talkwhenothersarespeaking”,say“Give yourattentionto thepersonwho hasthefloor”.

“Q” standsfor QUIET - Make sureeveryoneunderstandsandrecognizesthequiet sign (CubScoutsign). You shouldwait until you havetotal attention. You maylook at yourwatchoraclock to seehowlong it takes,andthentellthemhowlong andseeif it would takelesstimenext time.

Whenyou andyourdenhavewrittenrules thatarepartnership,purposeful,possible,plain, andpositive,and haveestablishedaquiet sign, youhaveplannedeffectiverulestogether.

PLAN RULES TOGETHER

Thepurposeofrulesis not to forcetheboystobe goodbut to showthemhow.

Good rulesdo notautomaticallybring goodgroupdiscipline,but it is a definitestart,alongwith planning.

Good rules should have the 5 P’s & a Q:partnership,purposeful,possible,plain, posi-tive and quiet.

Good rulesarePARTNERSHIP - Let themhelpmaketherules. Talk abouttheirneedforrulesandwrite some. Theywill be muchmorecooperativeto follow their rulesthanyourrules.

Good rules are PURPOSEFUL- Let theboysdiscusswhy the rule is important;if theycan’tfind a goodreason,theyshouldnotmaketherule.

Good rulesarePOSSIBLE - Make rulesthatcanbe enforced.Theserulesshouldapply toeveryonefairly.

Good rules are PLAIN - Eachpersonneedstoknow whattherulesareandto feel thattheyarethesameforeveryone.Posttherulessoeveryonecanseeexactlywhat theyare.

SAMPLE OF A DEN CODE OFCONDUCT

• don’t interrupt•no nasty jokes• no punching or kicking• listen to Akela and don’t talk back• no cussing• don’t stick your tongue out or spit• no name calling

You might adda few thingslike:•wipe your feet at the door•no running or yelling in thehouse

Write all theruleson a posteranddisplaythemat everymeeting. Youmight find you needtoaddsomethinglater. Youmayalsowish toreview themfrom time to time.

Onceyou haveyourdenrulesestablished,youneedto find a systemto enforcethemthat willwork for you.



Thereareavarietyof waysto keeptrackofeachboy’sconduct.Thebestaretheoneswhich will accentuatetheboy’spositivebehav-ior insteadof punishingthenegative. Someexamplesare:

ThreeStrikes - You’re Out!Thefirst time a boy breaksarule, he getsawarning. Thesecondtime, theboy spends5minutesin “time out”. (Time out is an inter-ruptionof achild’s unacceptablebehavior,byremovinghim from thesceneoftheaction.) Achairoff to theside, outof theactivity of thedenmeeting,canserveasthe“time out” area.After 5 minutestheboy is askedif he is readyto returnto thegroup. If a boy doesn’tcontrolhimself in time out, he moveson to his thirdstrike. WhenaCub commitshis third infrac-tion of theCodeofConduct,he is excusedfrom themeetingandmustcall aparenttocomeandgethim. Havea conferencewith theboy and at leastoneparentbeforehe canreturnto thenextdenmeeting. Be suretoexplaintheden’sCodeof Conductand theconsequencesof breakingtherulesto theparentsof boysin yourdenat eachof yourdenparents’meeting.

MarblesJarGive eachboy 3 marblesatthebeginningofeachmeeting. Takemarblesawayfor unac-ceptablebehavior. At themeeting’send,theboysput theirremainingmarblesin a jar.Whenthejar is full, takea denfield trip asareward. Don’t makethejar toobig. Thegoalwilll be too hard andtheboyswill loseinterest.A monthis abouttheright amountof time towork towarda field trip. Adjust thesizeof thejar accordingly.

ConductBeadsAdd a goodconductstring foreachboy ontheirdendoodleor haveacoup. Eachmeetingtheboy’s conductis satisfactory,presenthimwith abead. Somanybeadsand theyarerewardedwith somethingspecial.

Cub ScoutSpirit MeterDeterminehow manyinchestheboyswill getif theybehaveduring thedenmeeting. Aftereachmeeting,havethemmarkoff thetotal ofnumberof inchesearned.Whentheyreachthemeasurementof “Cub Scoutspirit”, haveanextraspecialtreator denmeeting.

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Seechapter3 in theCub Scout

LeaderBook for an explanation.

A BIT OF WISDOM

As statedearlyin this chapter,boys’ needsandcharacteristicshavenotchangedsincethebeginningof time. Below arechartstakenfrom a 1937Den Mother’sHandbook.

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DISABILITIES

Peoplecanhavea varietyof disabilitieswhichareproblemsto them. Thesetakeon forms,like big ears,speechdefects,protrudingteeth,deafness,spasticmuscles,blindness,uncon-trolled emotions,too little money,redhair, aclub foot andhundredsof others. Somedis-abilities arereal - someareimaginary. Thedegreeof ayouth’s disability is notnearlyasseriousashowhe feelsaboutit and how hethinks othersfeel aboutit.

Althoughaboy maybe disabledin body ormind, he is still a boy. . no lessand nomore..andif he is capableof understandingtheCubScoutPromiseandLaw of thePack,he maybea Cub Scout. Working with boyswith a dis-ability maymeanadaptingor extendingtheordinaryprogramof activitiesin orderto makeit asenjoyableandworthwhileaspossible.

Scoutingis for eachboy, andeachboy isdifferent. TheBoy Scoutsof Americarecog-nizesthatthereareno standardboys- thekindwho canbe steeredaboutlike machinesinexactly thesameway,to haveexactlythesamefun, to learnexactlythesameinstructions.Thatis why theprogramof Scoutingis soreadily adaptableto ayoungsterwith aphysi-cal,mentaloremotionallimitation. Scoutingwelcomestheyouth with disabilities!

WHY SCOUTING FOR THE DISABLED?

Becauseis works! Scoutinghasbeenproventobe oneof themosteffectivewaysto helppeoplewith disabilitiesbecomepreparedto besuccessfulasadolescentsandadults.

BENEFITS FOR YOUTH WITHDISABILITIES

A child with disabilities seeksseveralbasicthingsthat all boysseek:love, acceptance,achievement,development,creativity anddiscipline. How doesScoutingfulfill theseneeds?

Dr. GunnarDybwad,formerExecutiveDirec-tor of theInternationalAssociationfor Re-tardedChildrenstated,“If Scoutingis goodfornormalboysof Scoutingage,it is absolutelyessentialfor retardedboysofthat age”. Scout-ing canchallengeboyswho cannotswim, run,jump orhike like otherboys. Thechallengeisfrom boyhoodspirit andall boys,regardlessoftheir disability, haveboyhoodspirit.

For Scouting,thedesireis therebecausethe“child is there”. Becausethedesireis there,thedeterminationto reachthechild is thereandthis begetsthe ingenuityto go aroundandoverbarriers. Participationin Scoutinggivesthechild a senseof worth anddignity. It offersthemmanyexcellentgroupexperiencesen-abling themnotonly to developsoundcharac-ter andgoodcitizenship,but an opportunitytoput theseattributesintopractice.

Scoutingfulfills thefirst basicneed,LOVE,becausetheleaderis someonewho will talk tohim, simply andpatiently;someonewho willlistento him no matterhow hardit maybe tounderstandhim; someoneto comfort andencouragehimwhenhe is disappointed.Thisin turn satisfiesanotherbasicneed,acceptance.

By belongingto a groupof boysin a den,hefeelsacceptance.Within this grouphe learnsthat he is acceptedashe is, which manytimesis acompletelynewexperience.Whenhereceivespraisefor doing somethingright, thattoo, is a form ofacceptanceandthis leadson tothethird basicneed,achievement.



Throughtheadvancementprogramin Scout-ing, a boy is rewardedfor doing his bestandachieving. Every time a craftis finishedor asongis learned,etc.,theboy will geta betterawarenessof himselfthrough theability ofaccomplishingatask. Thisgiveshim a self-confidenceso manytimes foundlacking.

Scoutingactivitieshelpthemto developcre-ativity, attentionspan,increasedverbalabili-ties,motivation, learningandunderstanding.Everypersonhasa deepneedfor achievement.

Scoutingteachesthemto competeto thebestoftheir ability, plan,startandfinish aproject,developleadershipandfollower skills, recog-nizeothers’ achievements,try newthings,respectdifferencesin others,play fair andhavefun, andto developandmaintainfriendships.

Scoutingprovidessocialactivity or fun withotherswhich is necessary.We know thathumanpotentialis determinednot by naturealone,butby eachindividual’sresponseto hisenvironment.It follows thatan improvedenvironmentcanchangethecourseoflife. It isnatureandnurturethatshapehumanlives - afactthat makesall thedifferencein currentattitudesandactionstowardthedisabled.

By belongingto a groupof Scouts,theyde-velop feelingsof beingneeded,independence,confidenceandfriendshipswith peersandadults.

leaderdoesto separatehim andmakehimunnecessarilydifferentis a mistake. Being likeotherboysis important. For this reason,itwould be unfair to give a boy anythingbutgenuineScouting. The official policy of theBoy Scoutsof Americais to keeptheprogramthesamefor ALL boyssothat no singlemem-beris brandedasdisabledanddifferent. Themain thing is to providetheboys with fun andenjoyment.

BecauseCub Scoutingis a flexible program,manyof therequirementscanbe fulfilled by alltheboys. By implementingtheprogram,everyboy in thedenwill havefun andreceivea greatdealfrom it. Thefamily will be betteroffbecausetheyparticipatedin theactivities ofthepack.

Generally,therequirementsin theCub Scouthandbooksand ProgramHelpscanbe easilyunderstoodby amentallyretardedboy whenreadandexplainedto him by an adult. Usethebooksavailable,go through theachievements,allow substitutionsonly whereabsolutelynecessary.This approachofferstheboysrealScouting.

REMEMBER: IF YOU ARE NOT DISABLEDYOU ARE T.A.B. - TEMPORARILY ABLEBODIED - THINK ABOUT IT!!

ADVANCEMENT FOR CUB SCOUTSWITH DISABILITIES

Scoutingjustnaturallybringsout a senseofhumor, feelingsof self-confidence,pride inappearance,dependabilityandresponsibility,desirablebehaviorandgoodmanners.

PROGRAM FOR THE SCOUT WITHDISABILITIES

Remember -

A boy who is disabledis moreLIKE otherboysthanheis different. Anything that a

Theadvancementprogramis soflexible thatwith guidancemostboyswith disabilitiescando theskills. Advancementrequirementsshould notbe watereddownor eliminatedforboyswith disabilities,althoughthespeedatwhich theyarecompletedandthemeansofexplainingthoserequirementsmayneedto beadjustedandsimplified. It maytakelongerfora boy with disabilitiesto earnhis awards,buthewill appreciatethemevenmoreby knowingthat he madetheeffort.


SpecialNeeds

Thereis oneexception. A Cub Scoutwho isphysicallydisabledmaybe givenpermissionby theCubmasterandpackcommitteetosubstituteelectivesfor a few oftheachieve-mentrequirementsthatare beyondhis physicalabilities. It is bestto includetheparentsin thisprocessofdeterminingsubstitutionssincetheyaremostfamiliarwith theirson’sabilities.

ACHIEVEMENT - Preparea mealfor yourfamily.

Cub Scoutscan accomplishthis achievementthrougha varietyof ways. If aCub Scoutisnot ableto physicallypreparethemeal, havetwo Cub Scoutsor anothermemberofhisfamily be his hands.TheCub Scoutwouldhaveto direct theirassistanton how to plan,prepareandcook themeal.

Justareminder;asktheCub Scoutto “do yourbest!”

Immediaterecognitionof advancementis evenmoreimportantfor boyswith disabilities. TheProgressTowardsRankspatch,thedendoodleandthedenadvancementwall chartall helpprovideimmediaterecognitionin denmeetingsasachievementsandelectivesarecompleted.Forimmediaterecognitionin theden,try usingapplauseor aspecialsong. Rememberthat amonthis a longtime to aboy andthat complet-ing requirementsfor a badgemayseemlikeforeverto him. Be sureto give him periodicrecognitionat denmeetingsandpromptrecog-nition at packmeetings,whenhe earnsabadge.

While leadersmustbe enthusiasticabouthelpingboys,theymustatthesametimerecognizethespecialdemandsthat will bemadeon theirpatience,understandingandskillin teachingadvancementrequirements.

Muchoftheconcernof a leaderis aimedat theboyswith disabilities,but it is importanttorememberthat not toomuchdistinctionshouldbe madebetweenhim andtheotherboys. Theotherboysin thedencanbecomea disciplineproblemif theirneedsarenotmet.


Eventhoughyou can’tread,write,or run,there’sstill no reasonyou can’tHAVE FUN!

WORKING WITH THE DISABLED

A Cub Scoutleadermayfeelhesitantaboutfacingup to theopportunityof acceptingaboywith disabilitiesinto apackor den.

Considerfor amomenthow beingdisabledcanin itself be abarrierto manyactivitiesenjoyedby ordinaryboys. This is true,evenwhenaboy with disabilitieshasconsiderableskills,abilities andmoralstrength.

INVOLVE THEM ALL

Clearly, someallowancesmustbe madefor aCub with disabilities;he canhardlybe ex-pectedto competein relayraces,but he canbea starteror a judge.

If his eyesarepoor,he maynotbe ableto catchaball, but he couldbe a scorekeeperfor a ballgame.

Boys in wheelchairscango on hikes,with theotherboystaking turnsas“pushers”.

Plan your denandpackprogramto fit theneedsandabilities of theboys,whetherornottheyaredisabled.



WAYS IN WHICH BOYS WITHDISABILITIES ARE SIMILAR TO NON

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DISABLED

In reality thedifferencesbetweenboys withdisabilitiesandotherboysarenot great. AllCub-agedboys:

• Like fun• Want recognition• Like competition• Want to achieve• Want to be self-reliant• Are turnedoff by Criticism• Want to help others• Practicehero-worship• Like activegames• Haveenthusiasm• Wantto provetheir abilities• Are sensitiveto right and wrong• Can help others achieve• Don’.t particularlywantto be good, but do

want to do good• Want friends• Want adventure• Like crafts• Dislike nagging• Rebelagainstauthority• Haveshort attentionspan• Are uncoordinated• Want acceptance by others• Have vivid imaginations• Canbecomeproficientin skills• Believe in fair play• Wantresponsibility• Dislike being made fun of• Like waterin lakesandstreams,but not in

washbasinsandbathtubs.

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WORKINGWITH THE BOY WITHDISABILITIES

Thereis agreatdangerin pigeon-holingaboyif a leader’sattitudeis negativeratherthanpositive.Ask, “What arethecapabilitiesof theseboys?”insteadof “How badlydisabledarethey?” Onequestionimplies areachingOut, while theotherquestionimplies no advancement.Therearethreekey wordswhich, if kept in mind,willenablea leaderto givetheboysthekind ofprogramtheyneedanddeserve:PATIENCE,FLEXIBILITY AND EMPATHY, not sympa-thy.

Wise leadersexpectproblemsbutdo notconsiderthemoverwhelming. Theboy with adisability is seenasa boy with an individualdifference. Thereareotherindividualdiffer-encesbetweenboys: oneboy is too fat, anothertoo skinny; onehasbadteeth;anotherhasanemotionalproblem. Thedisabilityis notasimportantas the leader’swill andtheboys’willingness. Working with theseboysteachesthevalueofpatience,understandingandfriendship.

GETTINGTO KNOW AWITH DISABILITIES

CUB SCOUT

To preparea meaningfulprogramfor aCubScoutwith adisabilityyou needto knowhimasan individual andwhathis capabilitiesare.This outlineis to helpyou learnwhatyoureallyneedto know.1. Know all you canabout the disabled per-

son.a. Knowledgeofthenatureof thedisabled

person’sproblemshouldbe obtainedfrom thepersonhimself, or his parents.

b. Any information you receiveaboutthisindividual is strictly confidential.

c. Donot attemptto diagnosethedisabil-ity. Many disabilitiesarehiddento theaveragelayman.



d. Questionsyou canaskthatcan assistyou in planningphysicalarrangementsandin teaching;1. What aretheboysbathroomcapa-

bilities?2. Whatis his religiousbackground?3. Does he take any medications you

needto be awareof?4. Whatis his educationallevel?5. Doeshe haveany languageprob-

lems?6. What socialskills hashe mastered?7.8.9.

2. Acceptingthedisabledperson.a.

Are thereany personalityproblems?Doeshe havespecialdiet needs?Family background

Find severalwaysyou canget to knowthedisabledpersonbetter.

b. Whatareyour realfeelingsfor thedisabledperson?

c. Definefor yourselfthebehaviorof thedisabledpersonthat bothersyou themostandaskyourselfwhy?

d. Thedisabledpersoncanteachusthingssuchas ingenuity,love andtolerance.Be preparedto learn.

e. Be honestwith yourselfandthedis-abledperson.

3. Six basicresponsibilitiesofa leaderof thedisabled.a. To leadandteachthe disabled.b. To assistthedisabled.c. Acceptingunitsof thedisabledto teach.d. Communicatingeffectively.e. Simplifying andadaptingScouting

materialfor thedisabled.4. Communicating.

a. Communicationis oneof themajorkeysto successwith thedisabled. Bepreparedto listen attentivelyas well asexpressingyourselfin away he canunderstand.

b. Learntechniquesto assisthim tobecomepartof theunit. This is youropportunityto be creative.

c. You mustbe preparedto seekandsearchOut methodsofcommunication.Your first attemptsmaynot be success-ful but don’t stop trying. Try to putyourselfin his shoesandyou willdecidetheeffort is worthwhile.

d. Try askingquestionsthat requireverysimpleanswers.

e. Lethimknow you really wantto com-municatewith him to find Out whathehasto say.

f. Chooseprojectsthat allow you andthedento know whathe is saying,whenatall possible.

g. Avoid pretendingto understandhimwhenyou don’t. Nothingirritatesachild so muchasan adultwho is obvi-ously trying to coverup a problem.

h. Avoid shoutingorraisingyourvoice togetyourmessageacross.Shoutingwillnotmakea deafpersonhearor a men-tally retardedpersonunderstand.

REMEMBER IT IS POSSIBLE TO HAVE A CUBSCOUT

WHO LOOKS MUCH YOUNGER THAN HIS ACTUALPHYSICAL AGE, BUT THE PROGRAM MUST BE

PLANNED FORHIS PHYSICAL AND MENTAL

CAPABILITIES.

LEADERSHIP TECHNIOUES

1. Have all pertinentinformationon everyboy, includinghis telephonenumber,doctorsnameandphonenumbers.

2. Demonstratepersonaldisciplineaboutpunctuality,conscientiousness,dignity anddependability.

3. Let theboysknow you care. This is essen-tial andit takesonly afew momentsto putyourarmaroundhis shouldersor to praisehim for somethingwell done.

4. Make a personalvisit to thehomeof anewdisabledCub Scout. Learnabouthisdisability - his abilities andhis limitations.Find outwhathe is notableor allowedtodo. Becomefamiliar with his disability,medicationand appliances.Their teacherscanalsobe agreatresourceof information.Makesuretheparent(s)are awareof thecontact.



5. Accepttheboy asapersonandshowhimrespect.Find out his likesanddislikes.Rememberthat unwantedbehaviorcanberedirectedto moreacceptablethings.

6. Havepatience.Planprogramsto meettheneedsandabilities of all theboys.Enlistthehelpof familiesandcommunityorgani-zations.

7. Castasideany preconceivedideas. Thedisabledboy is interestedin Cub Scoutingfor thesamereasonthatotherboysare-

funand enjoyment.8. Don’t overestimatethedisability of a boy,

anddon’t underestimatehis determinationto be like others.

9. Maintain agoodsenseof humor.10. Planahead.Planmoreactivitiesthanyou

think you’ll havetime for.11. Rememberthatrepetitionandrevieware

neededby disabledboys.12. Pushboyswith disabilities asfar aspos-

sible.Don’t pamperthemtoo much.Theydiscourageeasily.

13. Rememberthatboysneedpraise,afeelingof achievementanda senseof belonging.

14. If a disabledCub Scoutforgetsdirectionseasily,give themto him slowly, oneat atime.

Explainthe“buddy” systemthatthedenwilluse: Oneboy eachweekwill be askedto helptheCub Scoutpreparefornextmeetingandhelpwith his achievements.Emphasizethatthe importantfactoris DoYourBestand theboy who is helpingtheCub Scoutmustbepatient-not only becauseofthedisability butbecausehe is a Cub Scout.

MANAGING BEHAVIOR

As a leader,you areto be severalpeopleall atonceto theCub Scoutsin yourden. Therearetimeswhenyou areafriend, an authority,arewarder,a disciplinarian,aresourcepersonanda teacher.

Listening is an important technique. Thatmeansgiving eachboy an opportunitytoexpresshimself,whetheraspartof thegrouporalonein a privateconversation.Be patient. Itmaytakeseverallisteningsessions.Keepyourselfin tuneto whathe is sayingby some-timesusingphrasessuchas: “Do you reallyfeel that way?” or “If I understandyou right,you aresaying “.

Praiseandencouragementareindispensable.Evenwhenaboy doesnotsucceed,he shouldbe praisedfor trying. A simple thing likeapplauseprovidesamazingmotivationfor thementallyretardedchild. Theygenerallyneedmoreincentivesthannon-disabledyouth.

Rewardingproperbehaviorwill usuallycausethatbehaviorto occuragain. Rewardcanbe intheform of a thankyou, or it cantakeamate-rial form suchasabadge,aprizeor achancetogo on a trip. Focusrewardon theproperbehavior.For example,if a boy is beinguncooperative,put him into a sharingsituationwith someoneelseandrewardhimeverytimehe cooperateswith others. As he beginstolearnthecorrectbehavior,decreasethereward-ing. Eventually,a pat on thebackwill be all heneeds.

Don’t rewardinappropriatebehavior.Praisehim whenhe exertsrealeffort orhasimproveda previousperformance.But don’t praisefalsely.

If adisabledCub Scouttendsto blameothersfor his failuresorpoorperformance,do notacceptthis typeof behavior.Make it clearthatyou expecthim to answerfor his ownbehavior.



If a boy is behavingin an unacceptableman-ner, try the ‘time-out’ strategy.This meansremovinghim from aparticularsituationbecausehis behavioris unacceptable.Forexample,if a boy is being over-aggressive,callhim asideandsay: “Bill, I’m not happywithyourbehavior. You’rehavingfun at theexpenseof others. I’d like you to takesometimeout say... (be specific- 5, 10, 15 minutes)After that timeis up, comeon backwheneveryou arereadyto join thegroup.”

The ‘time-out’ strategyworks only if theactivity from which you removetheboy issomethinghe wantsto continue. It worksbestif thetime-outroomisadull, uninspiringplace - aplaceto getawayfmm ratherthantheplaceto be.

When aleaderis teachinga newskill or activ-ity, natureofthe ‘sensory’ informationto beusedshouldbe considered.Will it appealtothevisual senses,thetactile senses,theolfac-tory sensesortheverbalsensesoracombina-tion? Becausethe ‘channelcapacity’ oftheboy is limited, it is difficult for him to handletoo manydifferenttypesof input at once.

With normalboys,verbalcommunicationisimportantto learning. lt is morehelpfulwhenworking with mentallyhandicappedboystomakeuseof visualaids. Theimportantthing torememberhereis thatwhendemonstratingaskill or activity, rememberthemirror trick.Always face in thesameway that theboysarefaced,or whenworking with an individual, heshouldbe guidedby theleaderreachingaroundhim from behind.

TYPESOFHANDICAPS

LearningDisabilitiesChildren with special learningdisabilitiesexhibit adisorderin oneormoreof thebasicpsychologicalprocessesinvolved in under-standingor in using spokenor written lan-guages.Thesemaybe manifestedin disordersof listening,thinking, talking, reading, writing,spellingor arithmetic.

Blind or Visually ImnairedTheterm“blind” usuallymeansthat a personneedsspecialaidsorhelp in orderto go abouteverydaywork andplay. A “legally blind”individualcanseeno moreat adistanceof 20feetthanapersonwith normalvisioncanseeatadistanceof 200 feet. “Visually impaired”meansthata personhasan impairmentwhichcanbe correctedsufficiently sothatit is notadisability.

PhysicallyDisabled“Physically disabled”concernsthosewho aredisadvantagedor limited becauseof an impair-mentor disability that hamperspsycho-social,physical,vocationalandcommunityactivities.

EmotionallyDisturbedEmotionaldisturbancesareusuallyduetoneurologicalimpairment. Forexample,hyperkinesia,hyperactivity,learningdisability,perception,etc.aresideeffectsof “negative”feedbackfrom surroundingenvironment.Thisfeedbackcausestheindividual to perceiveapoorpictureof himself, therebyleadingtoemotionaldisturbance.

EoileDsyEpilepsyis not a diseasenor is it a form ofinsanity ormentalretardation.It is, in simpli-fied terms,amalfunctionofthemannerinwhich thecellsof thebrainreleaseenergy.

MuscularDvstronhvThis is ageneraldesignationfor agroupofchronicdiseaseswhosemostprominentcharac-teristic is theprogressivedegenerationof theskeletalor voluntarymusculature.

Cerebral PalsyCerebralpalsy is a conditionthat makesapersonunableto controlmusclesbecauseofbraindamage. “Cerebral” refers to thebrain,and“palsy” to musculardisorders.



PostlinguallyDeafThosewho havelost their hearingat age5 orafter.

Prelin~ua1lvDeafThosewhowereborn deafor losetheir hearingin early yearsbeforeacquiringspeechandsyntax. Theyare95 percentof theschool-agedeafpopulation.

MentalRetardationA mentallyretardedpersonis onewho,fromchildhood,experiencesunusualdifficulty inlearningand is relatively ineffectivein apply-ing whateverhe haslearnedto theproblemsofeverydayliving.

Mildly RetardedA personwho is limited in his potentialforadvancedacademicachievement,butcanusuallybe broughtby educationaltechniquestoastateof self-sufficiencyasan adult.

SpecialNeeds

LEARN1I~GDISABILITIESEverypackhasone - theboy whodoesn’tseemto keepup; theonewho’s always late; thedisciplineproblem;thedreamer. Sometimesthecauseof theproblemis obvious. It maybethat theproblemstemsfrom his homeenviron-mentor from somephysicaldifficulty. Butmoreoftenthannot, theproblemis that theboyhasalearningdisability. Learningdisabilitiesmanifestthemselvesin manydifferent ways,but theyall havesomecommontraits. Theyarebasicallydisorganizationsin a child’smindwhich causehim to fail to graspconceptsthatarerelativelyeasyfor otherchildren to pick up.

Someof the learningdisabilitiesare:

Soace- This difficulty makeit hardfor a boyto competein athletics. He’susually veryuncoordinatedbutnot necessarilysmall. Hemay havedifficulty with drawingor writingbecausehis fine fmgermovementis impaired.Hemayalsohavetroublegettingaroundin thecity becausehe can’trememberthe location ofusuallyknownlandmarks.

ModeratelyRetardedA personwho showsa rateof mentaldevelop-mentthat is lessthanhalfof that normallyexpected,but who canlearnto takecareofhispersonalneedsandperformmanyuseful tasksin thehomeorin a shelteredworkshopsitua-tion.

SeverelyRetardedA personwho canlearnself-care,butwhosepotentialfor economicproductivity is limited.

ProfoundlyRetardedA personwho respondsto trainingin basicself-careandwho profits from specialtrainingin such areasasbehavioral control, self-protec-tion, languagedevelopmentandphysicalmobility.

Sight- This perceptualdisability is verycommon. Heseesthings differently. Readingand spellingareoftenvery hardfor him.Becausehe perceivesin adisorganizedfashion,hewill havedifficulty recollectingthingsandplaces.

Hearing- This disorganizationoftencausesachild to forgetnamesandinstructions.Hisvocabularyis often limited andhis ability toexpresshimself is diminished.

Numbers- A boy with this problem will havetroubleunderstandingtherelationshipbetweendigitsandquantity. Math, pointsand otherusesofnumberswill confusehim.

Time - A mixed-upconceptof time mayposeuniqueproblemsfor aboy. This Cub Scoutmaynevergetstartedon an activity with therestand,whenhe does,he’ll be frustratedatleavingit incompleteor by alwaysbeinglast.Often he can’t grasptheconceptof the futurein a long-termproject,like an upcomingtrip.


SpecialNeeds

Theseare themajorlearningdisabilities. Someboyshaveonly oneof thembut othershavecombinations.

Childrenwith learningdisabilitiesmaybecomeeasilyfrustratedandmaygive up on ataskwhentheyperceiveits challenge.Theymaybeoveractiveor underactive.


Someof theseboyshandlethemselvesin aperfectlynormalfashionoutsideof schoolandcanbe fully functioningmembersof a denorpack. In this case,it maybe necessaryfor theleaderto explainto theotherboyswhy theyarebehindin schoolor in specialclasses.

MENTALLY RETARDED

Theymayspeaktoo loudly orrepetitivelytotheextentthat it annoysothers. Clumsinessanddifficulties in rememberingrulesof gamesmaycausethemproblemsin playing with otherchildren.

Suggestions:• If theboy forgetsdirections,theyshouldbe

given to him oneat atime. Whenspeakingto him theleadershoulduseas few wordsaspossibleandmakesuretheboy is facinghim.

• If he is frustratedby atask,he mayneedtobe assistedorhavea simpler tasksubsti-tuted. Groupprojectsin which everyboyhasapart that he cando aregood.

• Wheneverpossible,competitivegamesshouldbe interspersedwith gamesplayedsolely for fun.

• Beforechangingthecustomaryagendaofmeetingsorbeforea specialactivity,describethesequenceof eventsto theboy,so he canstructureit in his ownmind andhandleit with aminimumof anxiety.

• If theboy becomesupsetor excitedhe mayneedto retreatto aquietroom to collecthimself. This shouldnotbe consideredpunishment.

• Boyscantelephoneoneanotherbetweenmeetingsto remindeachotherto attendandto bring thenecessarymaterialsor equip-ment.

• Many childrenreceiveno phonecallsfromtheirpeers,sothiswill meana greatdealtothem.

• Help the bo.y learnany lackingsocialskills.

Many retarded,includingboth educableandtrainable,haveshortattentionspansandpoormemories. If theyarerequestedto do toomuch,they lack emotionalstability. Mosthaveproblemswith coordination,balance,agility,directionality,strength,body awarenessandimage. Sometimes,theseproblemsaretheresultof inactivity andlackof opportunitiestoparticipatein groupactivities.

Mentally retardedchildren areoftenoverpro-tectedanddiscouragedfrom exploringtheworld, consequently,theyhavefewerOpportu-nities to learn.

Suggestions:• Play and activity periodsshouldbe fre-

quent,but relatively short. Play periodsshouldn’tlastmore than30 minutes.

• Useavarietyof differentactivitiesto holdtheboy’s interest.

• Keepinstructionsbrief anddemonstrateasyou teach.

• Try to stimulate theprogramwith pictures,stories,colorful equipmentandvisualaids.

• Coordinatephysicalactivitieswith art andmusic activities.

• Useattractivenamesfor thegamesoractivities.

• Repeatgamesandactivitiesfrom meetingto meeting,to reinforcetheboy’s learningprocess.



IMPAIRED VISION OR BLINDNESS

Impairedvision.or blindnessis alwaysahandi-cap,but if newly acquired,theboy requiresmuchhelpandunderstanding.Hewill needtorelearnsomethingsormakeadjustmentsindoingthem. Familiarity with locationofmaterialswill be necessary.More time shouldbe plannedfor his careif he is to learnto dothingsfor himself.

Suggestions:• Useactivitiesin:which thehandicapped

boy canparticipate.• Circle and line formationsareusefulin

keepingthegrouptogether.• Countingarid clappinghelpkeeptheblind

in touchwith eachother.• Theleadershouldindicatewherehe is at all

timesand he shouldinform thegroupwhattheothersaredoing.

• Rattlesandbellsshouldbe put inside ballsto helptheblind follow theirmovement.

• A totally blind boy shouldbe pairedwith asightedorpartially sightedone,if possible.

• Balls forthepartially sightedshouldbesoft, largerthannormalandpaintedwhite.

• Theleader’svoiceshouldbe loud enoughto guidethegroup.

• Music andrhythmic soundsarevery moti-vating. Rhythmicactivitiesandsimpledancesarerecommended.

IMPAIRED HEARINGOR DEAFNESS

Leaderswho havedeafCub Scoutsmustunderstandthattheremaybeembarrassmentonboth sides. Thehearing-impairedyouthwill beacutelyconsciousof his hearingloss,eagertobe“normal” in everywayand fearfulthathewill messthingsup. Thehearingboyswill feeluncertainabouthow to communicateanddealwith theirdeaffriend.

TheotherCub Scoutswill haveto learntospeakdirectly to thehearing-impairedboy sothathe canseetheir lips. Theywill haveto

curb theirinclination to shoutathim or makeexaggeratedmovementswhile speaking.Bothof thesemakelip-readingmoredifficult. Theymustlearnto gethis attentionby touch orvision cues,writtenmessagesorby signs.

Hearingboysmustmakeeveryeffort to in-cludethehear-impairedboy andaccepthim ashe is. If he is unable to follow fast-movingconversation,missesthepoint ofjokes,or doesnothearinstructionsorannouncements,theboy mayfind withdrawalmoresatisfactorythanparticipation. If he f~j~“Out of things”he maydecideto ~ outof them.

peoplehavethesameneedsasthosewhoTheyneedalot of attention,adviceandTheyneedto be includedin group

To besurethatthehearingCub Scoutfeelapersonalrelationshipandresponsibilityto thedeafCub Scout,appointone boy to actasthedeafboy’s “buddy” for eachmeetingoractivity. This assignmentshouldbe rotatedamongall themembers,makingsurethat the“buddy” is alert to thespecialneedsofthedeafboy, explainsinstructions,reassureshim thathe is liked and accepted.

Make surehe hastheopportunityto participate.Signlanguageandspeakingclearlyareimpor-tant so thedisabledboy knows whatis ex-pected.

Impairedhearingor deafnessrequiresmanyadjustments.Warmthandunderstandingcanbe communicatedby actionsandfacialexpres-sionsaswell asby speakingandwriting.

Suggestions:• Speakmoderatelyandslowly to allow for

lip reading.• Gestures,sign languageand demonstra-

tions shouldbeusedwhengiving instruc-tions.

• Thefirst activity shouldbe somethingthegroupknowsorhasdonebefore.

• Theleadershouldstandwherelight falls onhis facesothat his lips canbe easilyread.

Deafhear.love.activities.



PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

Suggestions:Whenassistingapersonin awheelchairto goup low curbsor otherobstacles,oneshouldusethesmall foot barsto tilt thechairbackward.A wheelchair shouldbe taken UI) curbsforward anddown curbs backward.

In rainy weatheror on wet terrain, it maybemorepractical and safer to use wheelchairsforthosepersonswho normally getaboutwithcrutches.

Whena disabledpersonfalls,he maywish togetup by himself. Offer help,but wait for himto askbeforegiving it.

Crutchesandwheelchairsarenecessaryacces-sories. Don’t takethemawayfrom disabledpeopleunlessthey indicatetheywould like tohavethemout of theway. Nothing is moreirritating thanto havecrutchesgrabbedimme-diatelyaftersitting down,leavingtheindi-vidual stranded.

TYPES OF ACTIVITY

GAMESGamesservemanypurposes.TheybuildScoutingspirit andloyalty. Gamescanbuildphysicalfitness,coordination,teamworkandenjoyment. Theyshouldbe keptquite simpleandrequirelittle organization.This canavoidfrustrationanddiscouragement.

Gameshaveruleswhich areexplainedandenforcedby the leader. Everyonein societymustlearnto abideby rulesof acceptablebehaviorandby lawswhich are enforcedbytheleader.

CRAFTSThroughcrafts aboy’s senseoftouchcanbeusedas alearningtool. He learnsthingslike;woOd is hard,paperandcloth areflexible,paintis runny,pasteis stickyandgooey,somethingssmell andothersdon’t.

Oneofthemostimportantthingsthatcanbeaccomplishedthroughtheuseofcraftsis thedevelopingof muscles,especiallythesmallonesthatareprobablynot usedverymuch.Think for a momentaboutthethingshandmusclesareusedfor. How manyopportunitiesdoesa handicappedchild haveto do thoseverythings?Don’t be discouragedif the interestspanis very shortatfirst. It usuallyimproveswith time. Takeit stepby step. Help theboyplanwhathe will do with craftsfrom meetingto meeting.

SONGSMusic is important. Very oftenit is thefirstmeansof communicationtheyareawareoffrom thetime theywerein their mothers’arms.

Singingis also an expressiveexperience.Manypeoplewill expressthemselvesthroughsongs. Songsarehappy,silly, sadandsolemn.

Whenaretardedboy learnsto sing a simplesongwith otherboys,becauseof this feelingofhappinessandwarmth,he beginsto enjoybelongingto agroupandassociatesgroupactivities with afeelingof belongingandhappiness.

Selfcontrolcanbe increasedthroughmusic,Music helpsto developarhythmicsensewhichgoesalong way towardincreasingphysicalability. Marching,gliding, “walking likeelephants”or doing someotherexercisestomusic developsmusclesandcoordination.

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DISABILITY AWARENESS

SIMULATIONGAMESAfter talking abouttheboy’s disability,askthemembersif theyhavean ideaofwhat it wouldbe like not to be ableto do somethingtheytakefor granted.Suggesta gameto find out. Thegameplayeddependsuponthedisability thenewboy has,suchas:

BLINDNESS: Blindfold theCub Scoutsandhavethemperformsuchthingsas“bring methebluepencil,” identify otherboysby voiceand locatewhere they are, write their names,etc.

Havedenmemberstaketurnsusing “sonar”caneto walk amongtypical barriers(curbs,doors,steps,etc.).

DEAFNESS: No talking. Let the boystry tocommunicateandgive instructionsby mouth-ing words,usingsigns,etc.

Two denmembersmustcommunicatea codewordto othermembersusingdeafsign lan-guage. (Eachgroupwill havepicturesofsigns.)

PHYSICALLY DISABLED: LooselytieCubs’ feettogetherandhavethemtry arelayraceor bind newspaperaroundonekneesothattheycannotbendit.

Two teamsof fourCubseachhavetheirrightarmstied to theirsidesand havefive minutesto attemptto erecta pup tent cooperatively.

SPEECHDISABLED: Cub (with largeobjectin mouth)givesdirectionsfor nextactivity tootherdenmembers.

THE MULTI-DISABLED OBSTACLECOURSEEachdenmemberis “disabled”by oneof thefollowing: earplugsandblindfold, one arm

tied to body, onefoot tied to backof legandoncrutches, mouth taped with adhesive andearplugs. Boys thenassisteachotherin com-pleting anobstaclecourseof balancebeam,walking throughtires lying on thegroundcrawlingthroughbarrelon theground,andwalking throughladderon ground,etc. Coop-erationandcompensatingabilities will solvetheirproblems.

Thedenleadershouldtry to simulateasrealis-tically aspossibletheboy’s disability, usingtheinformationfrom thefamily interview.Remember, the disability can be assimple as a

stutter or a reading or perceptual disability, butwithouttheunderstandingof theotherboysintheden,suchasmall disabilitymaymakeotherboystreathim unkindly.

Many things aretakenfor grantedwhenwork-ing with normalboysandtheword normalis abad wordto use.Remember,thatwhenwork-ing with disabledchildren,Scoutingwillincreaseeachboy’spotential,andsinceit isdifficult to do,will appealto thedisabledboy’sintellect. Theprimarythrustis theirsenses.

CATALOG ITEM#3008 ScoutingfortheEmotionally

Disturbed#3039 Scoutingfor thePhysically

Handicapped#3058 Scoutingfor the Mentally

Handicapped#3061 Scoutingfor theHearing

Impaired#3063 Scoutingfor theVisually

Handicapped#3094 Scoutingfor the Handicapped

Resource Book#3839 Understanding Cub Scouts with

Handicaps

Heart Of America Council PowWow 19.93


Thefollowing booksmaybe usedwith boyswho havelearningdisabilitiesor limitedreadingabilities.

(Orderitemswith 12-prefix from EducationRelationshipsServiceB.S.A.)

12-217 Thursday’sChild (MentallyHandicapped)

12-218 ClassroomCub Scouting(In-schoolScouting)

12-119 Books for ScoutsWho HaveLearningDisabilities

12-170 We StandReadyto Help theMentallyRetardedBoy

12-220 CubScoutingis for All Boys(In-schoolScouting)

12-226 Kiwanis- SpecialKind of Scout12-228 A ClassroomBonanza12-230 SignLanguagefor theDeaf12-230 PuppetPrograms12-234 ScoutingProgramsfor the

Handicapped

“TALKING STICKS” PublishedBi-MonthlyBob & LaurieDievendorf3137 EncinalAvenueLa Crescenta,CA 91214Cost:$2.00peryear

“FOOTSTEPS”PublishedBi-MonthlyDavid Glidewell1844 QueensDriveLongmont, CO 80501Cost: $5.00per year

“N. E. HANDICAPS” Published QuarterlyDr. JohnSevier401 SouthcroftRoadSpringfield, PA 19064Cost: $2.00peryear

#3900#3901#3902#3903#3904

Family Action BookBobcatAction BookWolf Action BookBearAction BookNewScoutAction Book

Formoreprogramactivitiesrefer to theEthicsIn Action booklet,#3015 orchapter11 of thenew DenLeader’sHow to Book, #33831.


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KEEPING THE PROMISE

Duty to GodYou, theLeader,Can 2

Do My Dutyto God 2Prayersin Cub Scouting 4ReligiousEmblems 5ReligousServicefor theTrail 6..AndtoMyCountry 8WhataCub ScoutShouldKnow About OurFlag 9Flag Etiquette 10HowtoFoldaFlag 11Hoisting theFlag 11Lowering theFlag 12TheSalute is to theFlag 12Ceremonies 14• .To Help OtherPeople 18SelectingandConductingProjects I 8Suggestionsfor ServiceProjects 19

Thru the Looking Glass Keeping the Promise

KEEPING THE PROMISE

I, _____, promiseto do my bestTo do my duty to Godandmy country,To helpotherpeople,andTo obey theLaw ofthePack.

Every time a Cub Scoutraiseshis right handtosaluteandsaythepledge,he promisesto do hisbest, to do his duty to his Godandhis country.DoesaCub Scouthaveaduty to Godandcoun-try? Is it possiblefor him to be responsibleforthis? If not, thenthepledgeis emptyandweasleadersarewastingourtime. If duty to Godandcountry is possible,then we asleadershavearesponsibilityto giveour CubScoutsopportuni-tiesfor “keepingthepromise”.

DUTY TO GOD

From its beginning,theScoutingmovementhasencouragedits membersto be faithful in thepracticeof theirreligions. TheTiger Cubprom-ise,Cub Scoutpromise,ScoutoathandtheEx-plorer code all call upon membersto pledgethemselvesto do theirduty to God.

TheBoy Scoutsof Americaprovidesprogramsand idealsthat complementthe aimsof all reli-gions,with theresultthatreligiousorganizationsarethesinglelargestcategoryof charteredorga-nizationfor packs,troops,teamsandposts.If wecan help the boysto understandthat thereis aSupremeBeingwho is guidingus daily, takingcareofusandlovingus,wemayhaveimplantedaseedofrighteousnessthatwill growandmatureall of hislife. Wesincerelyhopethatthefamiliesaregiving theirsonsareligiousexperiencethroughhomelife.

A “well rounded”CubScoutis likedby otherCubScoutsandschoolfriends. Heobeysthecodeofhome,schoolandotherpeople,he workshardinschoolto makegood gradesand is willing andeagerto learn. He attendschurchand SundaySchool regularly with his family and takesanactive part in extracurricularchurch activities.Perhapsherunsforanofficein his gradeatschoolor even has outside activities suchas soccer,baseball,etc.thathe canshowleadershipabilitiesin.

Scoutingis not a political organizationbut theprocessesof goodgovernment,rulesof conductandlaw areusedin theScoutingprogram. TheScout’s educationin the schoolswill offer yougreatersupport in this areathan in the formerbecauseof the lawsgoverningtheseparationofchurchandstate.

The Boy Scoutsof America maintain that nomembercan grow into the best kind of Citizenwithout recognizingan obligationto God. Nomatterwhatthereligiousfaithofthemembermaybe, this fundamentalneedof good citizenshipmust be kept before him. The Boy ScoutsofAmerica recognizes the religious element in thetraining of the member but is absolutelynonsectarianin its attitudetoward this religioustraining.

TheBoy ScoutsofAmericadoesnotdefinewhatconstitutesbelief in Godor the practiceof reli-gion. Nor do they requiremembershipin areligious organizationor associationfor enroll-mentinthemovementbutdoesprefer,andstronglyencouragesmembershipandparticipationin thereligious programsand activities of a church,synagogueor otherreligious association. TheBoy Scoutsof Americarespectstheconvictionsof thosewho exercisetheir constitutionalfree-dom to practicereligion as individuals withoutformal membershipin an organizedreligiousorganization.

Whena Scoutingunit is connectedwith a reli-giousorganization,nomembershallberequired,becauseof theirmembershipin the unit, to takepart in any of theirreligiousceremony.


Keeping the Promise Thru the Looking Glass

As the Cub Scoutstrives to understandthefullmeaningof duty to Godand country,much ofwhat he understandswill be learnedat home,atschoolandatchurch.However,aportionofwhathe learnswill alsotakeplaceatthedenmeeting,thepack meeting,on thehike, riding in the carandby just plain watchingYOU —his leader.

Someonehas said, “What you are speakssoloudly,! can’thearwhatyou say!” Ourpersonalexampleof duty to Godandto countrywill makean impressionupontheCub Scoutswearelead-ing. As role modelsto boyswho areseekingtolearnwhat it meansto be an adult, we haveanawesomeresponsibility! In today’ssociety,theScoutprogramis oneofthefewremainingplaceswherevalues,attitudes,morals and citizenship— basedontheduty to Godandto country— aretaught.CubScouts,forthatmatterall Scouts,arewatchingyou the leaderandthey do notunder-standdoublestandards.Cubsexpectyouto beanidealforthemtolook upto. If you teachonethinganddo another,a lot ofrespectfor both you andyour teachingis lost.

BELIEVE

GUIDE

BE

in your Cubs. A youngboy’s egogetsbatteredandbruisedevery-day. Takea momentto sayyoureallycare.

your Cubs. How? By beingthekind ofpersonwe all wantoursonsto become:faithful to yourGod,a goodcitizenof theworld,ahelpfulneighbor,a loyal friend,agoodspouse,and aloving par-ent. And don’t forgetacheerfulattitudeof fun andlaughter.

there! CanyourCubscountonyourword?If hehangsbackfroma denactivity to speakprivatelywith you, will he getyourfullattentionand a follow-up?

INTRODUCE

HELP

CHALLENGE

a Cubto his needto feel andpracticehis obligationto Godinhis everydayliving.

him build asenseof personalre-sponsibilityfor his actions.Whatyou do is what you get.

him to exerthis best,physicallyandmentally.

“The Boy Scoutsof Americamaintainsthat noboy cangrowinto thebestkind ofcitizenwithoutrecognizinghis obligation to God ...“ Our atti-tude towardreligious training should be abso-lutely non-sectarian,respectingthereligiousbe-liefs of others. Respectingthebeliefsof othersdoes not mean that we have to eliminate allmentionof God. By all means,invite Him to beapartof yourpack anddenadventures.

WIDEN

RESPECT

his horizons.Cubdensandpacksvisitplacesandlearnaboutpeople.yourCubsfor their individualworth.

So howcanwehelpaCub Scoutfulfill his dutyto God? Whatactivitieswould be suitablefor aCub? Here arewaysto acknowledgeGodwhileleading Cub Scouts:

YOU. THE LEADER. CAN:DO MY DUTY TO GOD



1. Religiousactivity - Achievementa. EncourageyourCubsto attendandpar-

ticipatein thereligiousinstitutionof theirchoice;church,synagogue,temple,etc.

b. EncourageCubScoutsto do work on thisachievement.

c. Contactparents.Encouragethemto helptheScoutwith this achievement.

d. Make this achievementasimportantastheothers... don’t underplayit.

2. ScoutSundaya.b.C.

d.form

3. Encouragethe Cubsin yourpackor dentoearnthereligiousemblemavailablein theirown religiousinstitution.a. Religiousstudy for Cub Scoutageboysb. Pastorandparentsleadthis.c. Parentsneedto be madeawareof this

opportunity.d. Cubswhoearnareligiousemblemshould

be recognizedat apackmeetingandagainduring Scoutweek.

4. Religiousholidays(goal is understandingandappreciatingreligiousholidaysofothers)a. Christmasb. Easterc. Hannakkahd. Any otherdatesyou feelworthyof timeNote: As theseholidaysoccur,havea Scoutthat is

familiarwith themsharethesignificanceof themwith

thedenandpack.

5. Prayerbeforedismissingmeetingsa. Ask a leaderfrom variousfaiths in your

communityto offer theprayer.b. Encourageclergymanto invite Cubsand

parentsto his churchandtakepart in itsreligiousemblemprogram.

c. HavetheScoutsandleadersstandat at-tention,hold up theScoutsign andbowheadandrepeat: “And now,maytheMasterof all Scoutsbe with usuntil wemeetagain.”

(Explainthat “Master” refersto God,notCubmaster.

6. DoesyourCubmasterusethe“Cubmaster’sMinute” atyourpackmeetingsto closewithaninspirationalthought?Thereareexcellentexamplesin DenandPackCeremoniesandProgramHelps.

7. Usesimplegracesbeforerefreshmentsormealsatden orpackmeetings,Blue & Goldbanquet,cookoutsor campouts.a. Philmontgraceb. Scoutleaderpraysa simpleprayeras

example.c. Shortprayerby Scouts

8. If yourpackis charteredby areligiousorga-nization,denor packserviceprojectsforthemwould be recommended.

9. Havinganoutdoorpackmeeting?Yourclos-ing couldbe aquietandinspirationalsongandthenprayeror amomentof silencewithall headsbowed.

10. Campoutsa. Chapelprogram

(sampleprogramon page6)b. 15-20minutesin lengthc. Cub Scoutsleadprayer;readfrom Bible;

readfromScoutresourcestoriesofScoutsin action; sing songs

d. Leaderguided,Scoutperformed11. Behavior,disciplineproblems(stealing,lan-

guage,etc.)a. Don’t preach— leadandguide.b. Showlove andconcern.c. Dealwith compassion,justiceandmercy.d. Showby example,respectfor thebeliefs

of others.12. Godandnature

a. Don’t be afraidto acknowledgeGod innature.He did a beautifuljob whenhecreatedourworld andit doesn’thurt toremindtheboys.

b. Stargazingc. Rock study

13. Takea hikea. Talkaboutthetrees,growingfrom seeds.b. Call attentionto birds (nests,eggs,baby

birds)c. Call attentionto clouds,flowers,etc.

First Sundayin FebruarySecureapprovalandsupportof parents.Attend aworshipservicetogether.Scoutsandleaderswearthe Scoutuni-



d. RelateGod’s role andplan in nature.e. ShareGod’scarefor us, for his animals,

for everyliving thing.f. Share— don’t preach!

14. Songsa. Manygoodsongsareavailablewith reli-

giouscontent.b. Partof openingceremonyc. Usedto bring Cub Scoutstogether,to

channelenergybefore theyneedto sitdown anddo activity

15. Heroismstoriesin Boy’s Lifea. Respectfor lifeb. Importanceof humanlifec. Duty to Godandduty to country(others)

16. Bible storiesin Boy’s Lifea. Sharestoriesb. Point Outmorals,values,truths,etc.

17. Boys like to talk — boysdiscussimportantthings. If you listen closely,theirviewsandopinionsmaysurpriseyou. Like to hearsomethoughtsfrom theheart?Tossoutaprovoca-tivequestionata denmeetingandstandback.a. If you could be like Godfor aday, what

would you create?b. (Outside)Whereis Godin thewoods?

(gardenoryard)c. How manyreligions canyou name?

18. UsetheEthicsin Actionprogram.Activitiesinclude“how to be a friend” and“respectingthe disabled”.

19. Usewordsearchesorotheractivitiesfoundatbooksstoresor in religiousstores.

~PRAYERS IN CUB SCOUTING

Thefollowingprayerscanbe usedin yourScout-ing activities:

0, helpmekeepmy promise,God,andteachmeto obey;And show me what my duty is, to serve Theeevery day. Amen.

We thank you, God, for all the happinessyougive. -

Teachusto thankyou by theway we live;To work andplay with happinessandzest;And all thetime, to do ourbest. Amen.

Help us,dearGod, to love Theeday by day,To do our duty andenjoyourplay;To keepourCub Scoutpromisethebestwecan;Andto do ourbestto helpourfellow man.Amen.

May theGreatSDiritMay the Great Spirit (use Cub Scout sign on theforehead,andas words are spoken,fingersmake smallcirclesupwardlike rising smoke).Bring sunshine(makesun;indexfingerandthumbformcircle).

Into my heart(bring handover heart).Now (bothhandsdownalong sideswith palmsforward).And forevermore (bring handsup from sides withpalmsup).In greatmeasure(bringpalmstogetherandthenapartasif measuring).

Amen.

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PRAYERFORANOUTING

We thank you, 0 God, for all the lovelinessofnature,which is yourspecialhandiwork. Every-thingis wonderfullymadewithyourspecialcare.

Help usto understandourworld moreandknowhowwecanhelp takecareofthethingswhichyouhavemadeandkeepthembeautifulasyou meant

PRAYER FOR A LEADER’S MEETING

Teachus,dearGod,to worktogetherin coopera-tion and understanding.Openour eyes to theopportunitiesof our jobs. Inspire our thoughts,our words,anddeeds,thattheymayhelpboystoknow Theebetter. Amen.

RELIGIOUS EMBLEMSfor themto be. Amen.

We thank you Godfor ourpack;andfor all theboysandfamilieswho are touchedby Scouting.Make us strong aswe work togetherand helpotherpeopleandaswedo ourduty to you andourcountry. Helpusrememberto live by theLaw ofthePackandtheCubScoutpromise. Amen.

DearGod,blessall theScoutsaroundtheworld.Help usrememberthatweareworking togetherto make our world a betterplace. Guide ourwordsandouractionssothatwecanSetthekindof exampleyou would wantusto set. Amen.

DearGod, helpusrememberthat we are mem-bersofaworldwidebrotherhoodofScoutingandthateveryScouthaspromisedto do his bestto dohis duty to you. Teachusto beworthy,wepray,in whatwelearnto do andto taketheopportuni-tiesofhelpingotherswhich is ourwayof tryingto serveyou. Amen.

YOUTHReligiousemblemsin CubScoutsaredesignedtohelpyouthsdeepentheir faith, serveothersandgrowtoward adulthood. Nomatterthesponsor-ing agency(religious,civic, philanthropic,patri-otic) youngpeoplemayenroll in theemblemoftheir own faith and are instructedby their ownpastor, minister, imam, rabbi, priest or otherreligiouscounselor.Requirementsandemblemsof recognitionare developedand presentedbyeachreligious body for its own youth. Youthreligiousemblemsareearnedwithin theconfinesof eachreligious institution.

Any youth that hasearneda religious emblemmaywearthereligioussquareknot (silverknotlpurplebackground)on theirCub Scoutuniform(directly abovetheleftpocketflap). Thisshouldbe presentedby thepackatapackmeeting.

ADULTReligiousemblemsarenotearnedby anadultbutpresentedby a religious institution for an indi-viduals servicein Scouting. Adults that havereceiveda religiousemblemmay wearthereli-gioussquareknot(purpleknot/silverbackground)on their Scoutuniform (directly abovethe leftpocketflap). This should be presentedby thepackat apackmeeting.

PRAYERSFOR DEN AND PACKMEETINGS



RELIGIOUS SERVICEFORTHETRAIL

CALL TOWORSHIP

This is a day theLord madefor us. Let us

rejoicein it andpraiseHim.

OPENING HYMN

“He’s Got theWholeWorld in His Hands.”He’s got the wholeworld in His hands,He’s got thewholeworld in His hands,He’s got thewholewide world in His hands,He’s got thewholeworld in His hands.

He’s got the little childrenin His hands,He’s got the little childrenin His hands,He’s got the little bitty childrenin His hands,He’sgot thewhole work’ in His hands.

He’sgot you andmeSisterin His hands,He’sgot you andmesisterin His hands,~He’sgot all sistersand brothersin His hands,He’s got thewholeworld in His hands.

(Repeat1st verse.)

RESPONSIVEREADING (Psalm8)

In UnisonO Lord, our Lord,How excellentis Thy namein all theearth

LeaderWho hassetThy glory uponthe heavens;Out of themouthsofbabesandsucklingshasThou establishedstrength.Becauseof Thineadversaries,ThatThou still theenemyand theavenger.

ResDonseWhenI considerThy heavens,thework ofThy fingers,Whatis manthat Thou aremindful of him?And thesonof man,thatThouvisit him?

LeaderForThouhastmadehimalittle lowerthantheangels,And crownedhim with glory and honor.Thou madehim to havedominionover the

worksof Thy handsThou hastput all thingsunderhis feet.

ResponseAll sheepandoxen, yea,andthebeastof thefield;Thefowl oftheair andthefish ofthesea,Whatsoeverpasseththroughthepathsof theseas.O Lord, our Lord,How excellentis Thy namein all theearth.

SILENT MEDITATION

HYMN

“This is my Father’sWorld.”This is my Father’sworld, and to my listeningears,All naturesingsandroundmeringsThemusic of thespheres.This ismy Father’sworld. Irestmein thethoughtOfrocksandtrees,of skiesand seas,His handthewonderswrought.

This is my Father’sworld. Thebirds theircarolsraise,Themorninglight, the lily white,DeclaretheirMaker’spraise.This is myFather’sworld. He shinesin all that’sfair;In therustlinggrassI hearHim pass,Hespeaksto meeverywhere.

INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGE

CLOSINGHYMN

“Kum by yah.”ALL KumbySING: Kum by

Kum by0 Lord,

Someone’scrying, Lord, Kum ba yah!

Someone’spraying,Lord, Kum bayah!

BENEDICTION

Letusgo forth with God’sblessingto serveHimin joy andgladnessandlet ussay- Amen.

yah,my Lord, Kum ba yah!yah,my Lord, Kum ba yah!yah,my Lord, Kum ba yah!Kum ba ya!


Keeping the Promise

For informationon denominationsnotlisted, contã~tProgramsof ReligiousActivities with Youth(P.R.A.Y.), 8520MakenzieRoad,P. 0. Box 6900, St. Louis, MO 63123 (1-800-933-PRAY).TheKansasCity ScoutShopcarriesyouth andcounselormaterialsfor most denominationyouthawards(816-942-7757).

RELIGIOUSORGANIZATION

TIGER CUB ANDCUB SCOUT

WEBELOS ADULTRECOGNITION

CONTACT

BAPTIST.

God and Me God andFamily Good Shepherd(Application)

P.R.A.Y.

CHURCH OFJESES CHRISTOF LATTER-DAYSAINTS (LDS)

None Faith in God On My Honor(Nomination

Henry Kester(816)765.4002

EPISCOPAL God and Me God & Family Saint George(EpiscopalNomination)

P.R.A.Y.

.

JEWISH Maccabee Aleph Shofar(Nomination)

Ted Goldstein(913)642-8023

LUTHERAN Godand Me God andFamily Lamb(Nomination)

P.R.A.Y.

PROTESTANTor INDEPENDENTCHRISTIANCHURCHES(not having theirown emblems)

Godand Me God and Family God andService(Nomination)

P.R.A.Y.

ROMANCATHOLIC

Light of Christ Parvuli Dei Saint George(RomanCatholicNomination)

Jim Estes(913)299-9827John Weidler(816) 524-6671

THE SALVATIONARMY

God and Me Silver Crest(Salvationists)God andFamily(Non-

Scouter’sAward(Nomination)

The SalvationArmyP.O. Box C-635West Nagck,N.Y.

ISLAMIC None Bismillah Allaho Akber Robert Rashael(913) 287-3525(913)342-0849

RLDS Light of theWorld

Light of theWorld

InternationatlYouth Award(Nomintion)

Jerry Ashby(816)833-1000

ASSOCIATIONOF UNITYCHURCHES

None God andMe DistinguishedYouth ServiceAward

Assoc.of UnityChurches(816)524-7414


SeeChapter5 in theCub ScoutLeaderBook for moreinformationon ReligiousEmblems.



AND TO MY COUNTRY

How about a Cub Scout’s duty to his country?Well therearelotsofthingsthatwecando asCubScoutleadersto startourboyson thepathofgoodcitizenship.

1. Usesimple flagceremoniesat denandpackmeetings. Make theflagapartofevery meeting. Teachproperflag eti -

quetteandrespectfortheflag. If yourdenor packdoesn’thaveaflag,getone. TheV.F.W., AmericanLegion,andotherpa-triotic organizationswill oftendonateaflag to aneedydenorpack.

2. Usepatrioticsongsin yourdenor packmeetings.Can’t sing?Thereareaseriesof children’stapesandsongbooksen-titled, WEE SING,availableatplaceslike K-Mart or \Val-Mart. Oneset isdedicatedto patrioticsongs,WEESINGAMERICA.

3. Get involvedin yourcommunity. Doesyourcommunityhaveaparadefor a spe-cial occasion?Get yourboysinvolved.Theboyswill havea greattimebeingpartof theparadeandeveryonelovesto seetheCubsin uniform.

4. Serviceprojectsareendless.Your localparksandrecreationdepartment,if asked,will provide alist of possibleserviceprojectsto choosefrom in yourareaparks.

5. If yourpackis charteredto a school,asktheprincipal for suggestionsfor serviceprojects.

6. AroundMemorialDay,yourCubscouldoffer to helpcleanup aroundtheveteransgravesatthe local cemetery. If yourcommunityhasMemorial Daycelebra-tions, yourCubsin uniform would be awonderful addition.

7. Oneofthebestwaysto showourcitizen-ship (notonly to ourcountry, butalsothe

world) is to getinvolved in recycling.Perhapsyou could haveaprogramonrecyclingatapackmeetingandall theboysandfamiliescouldbe challengedtowork on recyclingathome. Yourpackcould sponsoran aluminumcancollect-ing campaign,with thedenscompeting.Theproceedscouldbe usedfora specialpackactivity - orbetteryet, give theproceedstotheWorldbrotherhoodFund.

8. EmphasizetheOutdoor Code. The Out-doorCodeis centralto so muchofwhatwe do in Scouting. Theimportanceofpreserving“Mother Earth”canbean im-portantpart ofevery outing.

9. A mockelectioncanbe heldat a packmeetingaroundelectiontime. TheimportanceofvotingcanbeemphasizedandCubsencouragedto discussvoting withtheir parents.

10. Greatfield trips:Visiting thecity commissionerVisiting themayorVisiting with a judgeAttendinganaturalizationceremonyfornew citizens

Fire departmentPolicedepartmentCountyelectionofficeCity HallVisiting thestatecapitolVisiting a warmemorial

11. Do a craftproject.

12. Teachthe following to your Cubs:



THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Part 1I pledgeallegianceTo theflagof theUnitedStatesofAmericaand to theRepublicfor which it standsone nationunderGodindivisiblewith liberty andjusticefor all.

theemblemofourcountry

a greatnationmadeup of 50 sovereignstates...anationwherethepeopleelectothersto representthemour flag is the symbolof our country

a nationwhosepeoplebelievein a SupremeBeinga perfectunion which cannotbe divided intopartswith freedomandfairnessfor everypersonin ourcountry- you andme.

May 1776, GeorgeWashington,RobertMorris

andColonelOrscalledon Betty Orsto makethefirst flag which they designed, They kept thethirteenstripesof thecolonial flag,but replacedtheUnion Jackby theblue field bearingthirteenstarsarrangedin a circle.

WHAT A CUB SCOUT SHOULD KNOWABOUT OUR FLAG

The word flag coversall kinds of bannersandstandards.It is thoughtto comefrom theAnglo-Saxonword“flagon: to fly or float in thewind”.Usually a bannerwas usedby a country and astandardby a particularperson.

TheAmericanflag is thesymboloftheonenessofthenation: whena CubScoutsalutestheflaghesalutesthewholecountry. TheAmericanflagisalsoknownas“Old Glory,” “StarsandStripes,”“Star-SpangledBanner” and “The Red, Whiteand Blue.”

Wethinkof ourselvesasa youngcountry,butwehaveoneoftheoldestwrittenconstitutionsunderwhich a nationoperatesandourflag is oneoftheoldestin existence.

OnJuly4, 1776,theDeclarationofIndependencewassignedin PhiladelphiaandtheUnitedColo-niesdissolvedall tiesthatboundthemto Englandandbecameanindependentnation— theUnitedStates.It wasinunediatelynecessaryto adoptanewflag. Traditionsaysthatin the latterpartof

Thebirthdayof theflagwasJune14, 1777,whenCongresspassedthis resolution: Resolved:thattheflag of the thirteenUnitedStatesbe thirteenstripes,alternateredandwhite; thattheunion bethirteenstars,whiteof abluefield, andrepresenta constellation.We still celebrateeveryJuneasFlagDay.

The flag is a symbol of our country and aninspirationduring a time of war - it wasduringsuchtimes whenFrancis ScottKey wrote “theStar-SpangledBanner.” It has its victories inpeacetime,too. Ourfiagflew from thefirstvesselever propelledby steam - Robert Fulton’s“Claremont.” It wascarriedby WilburWrightonhis first successfulairplaneflight. RobertPearyplanted it at theNorth Pole. It hasbeento themoon andbackandto thedepthsof the ocean.

As a guidefor theproperuseand displayof theflag, a code was drawnup at a National FlagConferenceon June 14, 1923, in Washington,D.C. Thiswasrevisedin1924. Congressin1942adoptedaresolutionmakingthiscodelaw. It hasoften beenamended. This is its presentform.(PublicLaw 829-77)

Part 2I promise to be true

Flag ceremonies help the Cubs with achievements:

Wolf Trail - Your FlagRearTrail - What Makes America Special

Webelos - Citizen



WHEN IN UNIFORM -

Salutewith yourheadcoveredwith an officialScoutcap or uncovered,either indoors or Out-

doors, Standat attentionand salutewith yourrighthandwhen:- TheNationalAnthemis playedwith live music.- Thecolors areraisedor lowered.- Duringrecitationof thePledgeofAllegiance.- As theflag passesby in a paradeorreview.- A flag-drapedcoffin is passing.- When“Taps” is soundedat a funeral.

Duringtheseceremonies,standatattention,placeyourright handover yourheart(civilian salute).Men, if wearinga hat, remove,hold it overyourheart.

In athleticCostume,uncoveryourhead,standatattention. Hold hator helmetin right hand.

It is theuniversalCustomto display theflagonly from sunriseto sunset... however,theflagmaybe displayedat nighton specialoccasionswhenit is desiredto produceapatrioticeffect.

If displayedat nighttheflag should be illumi-nated. Certainhistoric andsymbolic locationshaveflown theflag 24 hoursaday for manyyears. Listed below areafew ofthemanyhistoric locationswheretheflag is flown 24hoursaday (weatherpermitting)accordingtopresidentialproclamation,public law or localcustom:

Graveof FrancisScottKey, Mount OlivetCemetery,Frederick,Md.

TheWhite House,Washington,D.C.TheUnitedStatesCapitol,Washington,D.C.Fort McHenryNationalMonumentand

Historic ShrineandFlag HouseSquarebothlocatedin Baltimore,Md.

Little Bighorn Battlefield, MontanaTheMarineCorpsMonument,Arlington,Va.TheWar Memorial at Lexingtonand

Worchesterboth locatedin MassachusettsKeysville,Maryland,thebirthplaceofFrancis

ScottKey

At otherplaceswheretheflag is flown atnightit is donebecauseof long-establishedlocalcustomsor undertheauthority ofthe languageof theJointResolutionsofDecember22, 1942,which statesthe“theflag maybe displayedatnight uponspecialoccasionswhenit is desiredto producea “patriotic effect.” This languagehasnot beenthesubjectof strict interpretation

orregulation. The“specialoccasion”hasbypracticein someplacesbecome“day andnight.” Theflag shouldbe flown anddisplayedon all dayswhenweatherpermits,particularlyon nationaland stateholidays,on historic andspecialoccasions.

FLAG ETIOUETTE

WHEN NOT [N UNIFORM -

DISPLAYING THE FLAG

NewYear’sDayLincoln’s birthdayEasterSundayMother’sDayFlagDayLaborDayColumbusDayVeteran’sDay

ChristmasDay

InaugurationDayWashington’sbirthdayLoyaltyandLaw DayArmedForcesDayMemorialDayIndependenceDayConstitution& CitizenshipDayThanksgivingDay



HOW TO FOLD A FLAG

Onbeingdetachedfromthehalyardtheflagmustbe folded immediately!

1. To fold the flag correctly,bringthe stripedhalf up over theblue field.

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2. Thenfold it in half again.

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3. Bring thelower stripedcornerto theupperedgeforming atriangle.

—I.:--4. Thenfold theupperpointin to form another

triangle.Continueuntil theentire lengthofthe flag is folded.

5. Whenyou getneartheend - nothing but thefield showing-tuck the lastbit into theotherfolds to secureit.

6. Thefinal foldedflag resemblesa cockedhatwith only thewhite starson thebluefieldshowing.

Theflag is alwayskept folded whenstored.

HOISTING THE FLAG

It takestwo to hoist the flag properly. Onetosecurethe flag to the halyardand hoist it - theother to hold and keep it from touching theground.

Thetwo flag-raisersmarch,in step,to the flag-pole. Number1, on theright, carriesthefoldedflag.

At theflagpole,Number1 continuesto hold thefolded flag while Number2 unfastensthe hal-yardfrom acleaton thepole. Hequickly teststhehalyardto makesureit is runningfreely. This isvery important- particularlywheniceorrustmayhaveformed on the pulley at the peakin coldweatherorwhenthepolemaynothavebeenusedfor anumberof days.Theflag is alwayshoistedfrom theleewardside(directionof thewind) ofthe flagpole.

Number 1 thenloosensthefoldedflagandhandsthe hoist end to Number2, union first, beingcarefulto holdhis endof the flag sothatno partof it touchestheground.Number2 fastensthehalyardto bothgrommetsontheflag’s hoist,thenstartshoistingtheflag briskly handoverwithouta pause. Number 1 keepsit from touching theground,until the flag is floating free. Then hestepsbackapaceand salutes- which he holds.

Note: Number 2 allows theup halyardto slidethroughhishandsashehaulsonthedownhalyardto raisetheflag. If thebreezeis toostrongfor himto controlthe flag,Number1 holds theup hal-yard until the flag is at thepeak.

As soonastheflag is raisedto thepeak,Number2 securesthe halyardto thepole, stepsbackapaceandjoinsNumber1 in thesalute.Thenbothdroptheir salutesin unisonandmarchoff.



LOWERING THE FLAG

Haulingdownthecolorsat sundown(retreat),on landor afloat,hasits own time-honoredprocedures.

Two-manflag detail:Theymarchto the flagpole,unfastenthehalyardandwhile onestandsat salute,theotherhaulsthecolorsdown slowly.

Whenthe flag is downwithin reachingdis-tance,thesalutingmandropshis saluteandgatherstheflag in his armsto preventitstouchingtheground Thehalyard’sendsareclippedor tied togetherandsecuredto theflagpolecleat.

It is very importantto fastenthehalyardendsbacktogetherafterremovingthe flag — oryoumayfind oneend of it at thetop of thepole thenexttime theflag is to beraised.

If it is not a formal retreatceremony,theflagdetail shouts“colors” justbeforehauling theflag down. All thosewithin 50 yardscometoattentionandsaluteuntil theflag is gathered.

Note: A person lowering the flag alone need not tryto fold it. Gathering it into his arms so that it doesnot touch the ground is sufficient.

THE SALUTE IS TO THE FLAG

Standat attentionfacingtheflag andsaluteatthefirst noteof theNationalAnthem. Hold thesaluteuntil thevery lastnoteis played.

If thereis no flag or you cannotseeit fromwhereyou are,facethemusic. If you can’tseethebandor orchestra,facestraightahead.

WhentheNationalAnthemis sungwithoutaccompanimentor is a recording, standatattention- do notsalute.

At paradesandreviews: Startyoursalutewhenthe approachingflag is

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(about 12 ft.)from you.

On beingdetachedfrom thehalyardtheflagmustbe foldedimmediately.

Drop thesalutewhentheflag is aboutthe samedistancepastyou.

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attentionfacingtheflagpole. Cometo a saluteThis is a superresourcefor all ques~ns Whenthecolorsarebeingraised,standatabouttheU.S. flag andavailableatthe

as soonastheflag is startedon its way up and~scoutshop. j hold thesaluteuntil it is at thepeak.

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I_~PVANCING I

I RETIRING

Keeping the Promise

If theflag is to be flown athalf-mast,hold thesalii~ëuntil it is loweredto half-mastafterbeinghoistedto thepeak.

This procedureis alsofollowed whenthenationalensignis carriedpastyou by mountedstandardbearers,orwhenit passesyou on a vehicle,providedtheflag is flown from astaff, not lying flat,drapedor usedonly asadecoration.

DIAGRAM OF FLAG POSITIONS

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CEREMONIES: Speaker: HAND SALUTE!

Standardflag ceremonyArrangement: If flags are to be postedon thestage,theAmericanflag will bepostedon theaudience’sleft. Sinceit shouldbe on themarchingright in theprocession,it will benecessaryfortheflagsto crossin front of theroom (seediagram). TheAmericanflagcrossesin front of thepackflag.

If flags arepostedon thesamelevel astheaudience,theAmericanflag will be placedontheaudience’sright. In this case,theflags donot cross.

Whenthecolorsareretiredattheend ofthemeeting,thesamepositionsareused,exceptinreverseorder.

Personnel: Flag bearersandcolor guardsfortheAmericanflag andpackflag. (If thereis anunevennumberof colorguards,theAmericanflaghasprecedenceandshouldhavethemost.)

Setting: Flag standsare in placeat front ofroomor on stage. Flag bearersandcolorguardsarein positionin rearof room. Speakermaybe in rearofroomor in any convenientplacenearby. Cubmasterusuallycallsthemeetingto orderandintroducesthedenwhowill performtheceremony.At this time, thespeakeradvancesto thefront of theroom.(Make certainhe speaksloud andclearandcanbe heardby everyone.)

Speaker:ATTENTION! WILL THE AUDI-ENCEPLEASE RISE? COLORGUARD, PRESENTTHE COL-ORS! (or COLOR GUARD,ADVANCE)

(Color guardadvancesfrom rearof room withflag bearersin front, followed by guards.TheAmericanflag shouldalwaysbe on themarch-ing right in theprocession.As processionbegins,speakergive his nextcommand.)

(He salutesand audiencedoeslikewise.Speaker’seyesshouldfollow theAmericanflag until it is in positionin front of theroom.Flag bearersandcolor guardstakepositioninfront oftheroom nearflag stands. Theystandat attention,facingtheaudience.Theflags areheldvertically.)

Speaker: PLEASEREPEATTHE PLEDGEOF ALLEGIANCE WITH ME.

(Hebeginsthepledgewith audiencejoining in;At this point,thepackflag is loweredslightlyandfull attentionis given to theAmericanflag.Takecareneitherflag touchesthefloor. Flagbearersandcolorguardsdo notsaluteor repeatpledge.Whenpledgeis finished,thespeakergivesthenextcommandwhich is thesignalforall salutesto be dropped.Thepackflag is thenraisedagainto averticalposition.)

Speaker: TWO!

(Salutesaredropped.)

Speaker: COLORGUARD,POSTTHECOLORS!

(The Americanflag is placedin its stand;thenflag bearerandcolor guardsaluteit andstepbackinto place. Thepackflag is thenposted;its bearerandguardsaluteit andstepbackintoplace. TheAmericanflag is alwayspostedorraisedfirst andremovedor loweredlast.)

Speaker: COLOR GUARD, DISMISSED!

(Flagbearersleadprocessionto backofroom,with speakerfollowing last.)



Retiring“Old Glory”Our “colors” are showing their yearsof service

and shouldbe fittingly retired.

“Let uspray.

Almighty God,blessandconsecratethispresenthour. We do thankyou for our gloriouscountryandour flag of starsandstripeswhichshouldemblazonon ourhearts,mindsandconsciousnessthefreedomsfor which it stands.

We alsothankyou for theBoy ScoutsofAmericamovement,knowing theyoungmenwhomreceivepreparationthereinwill join inservice to our countryin both timesof strifeandpeace.”

Many thousandshavegiventheir all overtheyearsto protectour nation’sflag, asit symbol-izesthetruth andvirtues on which shewasestablishedand whichwe still hold dear.

May thecolorsnow be presentedfor inspec-tion.”

(Openandinspectflag.) Statetheservicerecordon this particularflag.

Thestressesof this honorableservicehaveresultedin fadedcolors,wearandtear; itshouldthereforebe retiredwith dignity andfittingly destroyed.

A flag maybe a flimsy bit of printedgauzeor abeautifulbannerofthefinestsilk; its monetaryvaluemaybe greator small, but its realvalueis beyondprice. It is aprecioussymbol that wehaveworkedfor, lived for,diedfor — a freenationoffreemenandwomen,trueto thefaithof thepast,devotedto the idealsandpracticeofjustice,freedomanddemocracy.

Pleasestandandjoin measwehonorthis flagwith a final Pledgeof Allegianceandprayer.

I pledgeallegiance

Almighty God, blessandconsecratethispresent hour. We thankThee for our country

andits flag andfor the liberty of which itstands.To cleanin purgingflame,wecommitthis flag, worn out in worthy service. As ityields its substanceto the fire, may its HolyLight spreadover usandbring to our heartsreneweddevotionto Godandcountry.Amen.”

(Right handsalute. Grommetsbeingcut.Burn flag to completeashes.)

Arrangement:Colorsareadvancedin thenormalmanner.Theflag speaks:

FLAG: A greathostofheroes,with thehelpof God,havekeptmegallantly flying in thefaceof everythreatandchallengeto the demo-cratic wayof life which I represent.

Theblood spilled atValley Forge,Gettysburg,SanJuanHill, Bataan,Viet Nam andeveryotherbattlefoughton theland,in theair andontheseais in my red stripes.

The shininglight of sunshineis in my whitestripespenetratingtheblackestnight, which inthenation’s darkesthoursarefilled withradiantlight.

Thevastinfinity of theheavensis in my stars,inspiringmanldndto continueclimbingcoura-geouslyup thespiralstaircaseofhistory to aworld of glowingpromise.

I amtheemblemof man’sfinestdreams,I amthelasthopeforpeaceon earth. I amtheAmericanflag.

OurFlagSneaksto Us



TheBirth of aFlagMaterials: Onelargecontainersuchasa

box, washpot, etc.Oneroll eachof oneor two inchred, white and bluecrepepaper.

Eight to ten starsor disksconstructedof aluminumfoilor similarmaterial.

Onelargespikeor similar objectto representa needlelargeenoughto be seenby audience.

Onepieceof brightly coloredyarn which shouldbe attachedto the“needle”.

OneAmericanflag.Five Scouts.A narrator.

Instructions: Thecontaineris placedin thefront centerstage,with or withoutbackdrop.TheU.S. flag shouldbe concealedwithin theinterior of thecontainer(careshouldbe takento protecttheflag from soilingor desecrationduring this procedure).

Thefive Scoutsarepositionedorgroupedaroundthecontainerso thaton cueduringthenarration,eachmaydeposithis propertyintotheContainer.

At theconclusionofthenarrationand atthebeginningof theaccompanyingmusic, thefiveScoutsshould,in unison,bend,grasp,andwithdraw theU.S.. flag and hold in properpositionuntil theconclusionof themusic,thenwithdrawfrom thestagewith theflag. TwoScoutsshouldproperlyfold theflagaftertheyareoffstage.

Narrator: Haveyou everstoppedto thinkabouthow a flag is born? Today we are hereto showyou how ourflag wasmade!

First,we addthe red for courage.(first Scoutraisesred strip anddepositsintocontainerby

holding looseendof roll allowing roll to“stream.) Thecourageofthosegallantmenwho havegiventheirlives defendingthefreedomofourgreatcountry. Redis for thecourageofthoseScoutswho haveacceptedthechallengeofadvancementanddevelopmentofmind,body andcharacter.

Next, weshalladdsomewhite for purity,(nextScoutraiseswhite strip anddepositsintocontainerby holdinglooseend ofroll allowingroll to “stream.”) Thepurity ofthebirth of anewnationwhich struggledfor life carvedfrom virgin wilderness. Thewhite is alsoforthepurity of anewCub Scoutjustbeginningthegreatadventureof Scouting.

Then,let us addsomeblue takenfrom theskyaboveandthewaterthatsurroundourconti-nent. (nextScoutraisesbluestrip and depositsinto container by holdingtheendof rollallowingroll to “stream.”) The bluerepresentsthe life-supportingelementsthat sustainourvery existence.Thebluesky andthebluewaterthat beckonScoutsof all nationsto enjoyGod’sgreatnaturalbeauty.

Next, wewill addjust adashof stars(nextScoutdropsstarsinto Container)to representthe fifty statesthat makeup this grandlandwecall theUnited Statesof America. Starsthatshinein theeyesof a lad ashe succeedsin theaccomplishmentsandgoalsachievedin theScoutingprogram.

Finally, we addthis needleandthread(nextScoutdropsneedleandthreadintocontainer)with which to finish our flag. Thesteelof theneedlesignifiesthestrengthofour nationandthethreadrepresentsthefiber of brotherhood(withdraw theflag as statedin the instructions)that bindsustogetherin theunitedeffort tocontinuallydefendthefreedomourflag repre-sents. Ourflag! Old Glory! TheRed,WhiteandBlue! StarsandStripesForever! TheflagoftheUnitedStatesof America! Mayitalwaysfly with honorandrespect!



PatrioticCeremonyArrangement; Four uniformedScoutshold

lettercardsspellingFLAG andreadparts.

F- standsfor FREEDOM, on landandonsea;for Americais the landforme.

L- standsfor LIBERTY, for LOVE and forcare. Look at America. You’ll find itthere!

A- standsfor ACHIEVEMENT,AMERICA too. Americanachieve-ment is thebestthing for you.

G- standsfor GREATNESS,GLORY andall thatis GOOD. If you don’t love theflag, you certainlyshould.

ALL TOGETHER: F-L-A-G is America’ssymbol,landof thefree; that is whatour flagmeansto me!

A largeAmericanflag heldbyScout

A small pieceof light cloth on astick heldby Scout

Leader: (pointsto small cloth on stick) A flagis muchmorethanjust a light cloth floating inthebreeze.

A flag is an sovereignsymbolof a nation’sunity, its hopes,achievements,glory and highresolve.

Theflag oftheUnitedStatesis sucha symbol.A symbolof freedomsbravelyfoughtfor thehardlywon. A symbolofprotectionundertheconstitutionof therights andprivilegesofallAmericans.It symbolizesthepromisesoffulfillment of all their hopes,principlesandideals. It is also asymbolof theduty eachofits citizenshasto servein timesof need,tospeakout for what eachconsidersright andtohelpcorrectunderthelaw that which is hon-estlybelievedto be wrong. Throughouttheages,manhasdevelopedcharacter,courageandstrengthbe devotionto thesymbolshebelievedin. Thatis theheritagesymbolizedbyour flag.

Pleasejoin us in thepledgeof allegiance.

Keeping the Promise

Meaningof Our FlagMaterials: 1 pieceof constructionpaperin

red, blueand white1 pieceof whitepapercut to beastar

1 flag5 Scouts

EachScoutusesoneof the itemsabove. Writethewordseachshouldsayon thebackof theiritems.

Leader: Today,aswe leave,let’s all keepinmindourflag andthemeaningthereinwecanfind.

Cub#1: Theredis for blood of Americanstrue,who gladly would giveup therelives foryou.

Cub #2: Thewhite is for purity, in boththoughtanddeed,arule of conductwe allmightwell heed.

Cub#3: Theblue is forjustice,for all, not one,atenetwefoughtfor an so dearlywon.

Cub #4: Thestaris a symbolofGod’sguidinghand,over theunion andthis mighty land.

Cub #5: Thereisn’t aoneourflagwon’tprotect,don’t you think wecouldshowitgreaterrespect?

A FlagIsMaterials:



...TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE

Thewords,“I promise... to helpotherpeople”in theCub ScoutPromisewill be very realandmeaningfulto aCub Scoutwhenhe is giventheopportunityto put theminto action. SomeCubswill tacklethegoodwill projectson theirown, butusuallyaboy needssomeencourage-mentandguidancein orderto makethesewordsbecomea reality in his life.

Why do goodwill projects? Well besideshelpingpeoplewho needhelp andspreadingalittle happinessaround,thereareotherreasons.Theseprojectscanbe a greatvalueto CubScouts. It teachesthemto thinkof othersatatime in theirlives whenthebig “I” is all impor-tant. It teachesthem to be lessselfish withtheirtime andenergies.It lets thembecomeinvolvedand awareof communityproblemsandneeds.It is a steptowardsactive,partici-patingcitizenship.ServiceprojectshelpsachievetheCub Scout purposesof:

•Influencingthedevelopmentof theboys’characterandspiritual growth.

•Developinghabitsand attitudesof goodcitizenship.

•Strengtheningtheability to getalongwithotherboysand adultsand to respectotherpeople.

•Showinghowto be helpful anddo one’sbest.

And it is oneof the bestwaysthatwecanshowtherealspirit of Scouting. Boys,densandpacksshouldlook beyondthemselvesperiodi-cally to seehow theycanhelpotherpeople.

Unit leadersshouldgive suggestions,makeexplanationsandprovideguidelinesfor theCubsso that whena projectis undertaken,eitheron an individual, denorpackbasis,theboyswill get that genuinelywarm,wonderful

feelingthat comesfrom helping someoneelse.And thenwhentheyrepeattheCub ScoutPromise,thesewordswill be meaningfulandrealto them. Thereare scoresof goodwill orserviceprojectsfor theCub Scoutsandanytime is a goodtime to putyourprojectinaction. Don’t let theCubsget the ideathatThanksgivingandChristmasaretheonly timesfor givingserviceto others.

SELECTINGANDCONDUCTINGPROJECTS

Most units do not automaticallyplanserviceprojectsas partoftheirprogram;theyneedprompting. Thebestwayto beginselectionisto ask, “What doestheunit want to do for theircommunity?” To be successful,theymustattractand thenhold the interestofunit mem-bers andleaders— andmusthavetheirstrong,enthusiasticsupport. In mostprojectsinvolv-ing Cub Scouts,mostfinal decisionsaremadeby adultleaders.

Reality - Theyoungpeoplemustfeel thattheprojectis worthwhileandmustbe interestedinit. It mustbe within theirabilities andstillchallengethem.

Rememberthateachprojectshouldbe not onlyusefulbut fun. Don’t let repetitionon thekindof serviceor of serviceto oneplaceturn theseprojectsinto routine. Theyshouldbe special.Don’t let waiting on tablesatthesponsor’sdinners,for instance,becomeachorelikewashingdishesathome. Try to select,overaperiodof time,asbroada rangeof projectsaspossibleto try to maketheprocessfun formemberswith all kinds ofinterests.

Thefollowing criteriashouldhelpto ensurethatserviceprojectsdo somethingfor theunitmembers.

Significance- Everyprojectshouldrequirethe youngpeopleto apply theirknowledgeandskills andto getpersonallyinvolved. Thesignificanceof theserviceshouldbe cleartothemandthepublic. Theresultsshouldbeclearandtheyshouldbe givenrecognitionfor ajob well done.



Definition - A projectshouldhavea definitebeginningandendingandspecificstepsinbetween.An ill-definedproject would beseeminglymeaninglessandwould notgive thesatisfactionof acompletedservice.

Preparation - A projectwould requiretheparticipantsto read,observe,inspect,survey,discussor somehowpreparein advancefor theservice. Thefollowing questionsshouldbeansweredwhenselectingaproject:• Do wewanta“quickie” projectthat will

take 1 day of concentratedwork or onethat maylastseveralweeks,evenmonths?

• How aboutprojectswe’vedonein thepast? Will Cub Scoutsstill be enthusias-tic or havethoseprojectsbecome“old hat?’

• Are thereprojectsthatwill fit nicely intothepack’sprogramandthat canbeworkedon duringmeetings?

• Dowewanta projectin which wecooperatewith otherorganizationssuchasGoodwill Industries,theSalvationArmy, otherUnitedWaypartners,etc.orshallwe do it alone?

• Whatwill it cost? Most serviceprojectsdon’t requireafinancialoutlayfrom theunit ormembers.But whentheydo, thefinancialoutlayshouldbe understoodinadvance.Whatis ourlimit on expendi-tures? Canweget financialaidif weneedit (throughthe chartedorganizationor throughtheorganizationto which theunit’s time andeffort is beingcontributed?)

• Doesthis projectduplicateaservicebeingdoneby anotherorganization?

• Whatmaterialswill be necessaryfor theproject? Wherecantheybesecured?

• Cantheprojectbe supervisedadequately?Whatadult staff is necessary?

Healthand SafetyGuidelines:• Theprojectshouldnot requirecrossingor

working on both sidesof a majortrafficartery. Planall territoriesso thatbound-ariesaredownthe middleof majorhighways, Frequentcrossingsshouldnotbe necessaryto theproject.

• Wherepossibleeliminateextensivetravel. Whentravel is required,safetransportationmustbe provided.

~• Caremustbe takenthat serviceprojectsdo not requirelifting or moving itemsthataretoo heavy. Participantsshouldneverlift morethanone-thirdof their weight.

• Dependingon thenatureof theproject,theparticipantsshouldbe allowedsufficientrestperiods. Whereaprojectextendsoveramealperiod,eatingarrangementsshouldbemade.

SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR SERVICEPROJECTS ARE LISTED BELOW:

Pack projects -

• Contributionto theWorld FriendshipFundwhich aidsScoutsin othernations.Informationandcontributionscanbe madeattheCouncil office.

• Contributionto oneofthemanyorgani-zationswhich helpalleviatehungerandstarvationaroundourcommunityor theworld.

• Plana trip to anursingor convalescenthomearoundone oftheCub Scoutthemes.Wearcostumes,put on skits orpuppetshow,orprovidesometypeofentertainment.

• Plan a serviceprojectto benefityourcharteringorganization.

• Planaclean-upcampaign.• Handleflag ceremoniesfor PTA,etc.• Earnmoneyto provideneededequipment

for an organization.• Adopt apark, lakeorroadsideareafor

cleanup.Watchchildrencloselyaroundwaterandtraffic.

• Donateatreeto theparkoryoursponsoringinstitution.

• Participatein afood drive.

Den projects -

• Visit andput on askit, sing songsormakegifts for shut-inadultsor children.

• Make tray favorsfor hospitalsornursinghomes.

Remember- successfulserviceprojectsdon’tjusthappen.No matterhowbadly it is neededorhow carefully it is chosen,aserviceprojectcanfail if its executionis not carefullyplannedandmethodicallycarriedOut.



• Collectgames,booksorpuzzlesto taketo aday carecenter.

• Collectand donatemagazinesor booksfor nursinghomesor hospitals.

• Go on a neighborhoodhike; cleaningsignpolesof old tape,staplesand tacks.

Individual projects-• Run errandsfor sick or elderly persons

or neighbors.• Help aneighborby doing

cleanup.• Shovelsnowfrom around• Readto asmallerchild or• Pick up liter.• Plantnewtrees.

No doubtyou andyourCub Scoutswill be ableto thinkof manymoreusefulserviceprojects.Most institutionshaverestrictions,so be suretoclearyourprojectswith thepersonin charge.This will eliminateduplicateefforts by othergroupsandwill preventembarrassmentif someregulationis not followed.

OTHERSUGGESTEDSERVICEPROJEC~

CHILDREN• To show the community’s responsible-

it to all its membersand thevalueofconcernfor others.

• To showthat everyone,whateverhiscircumstances,hasneedsanddesiresmuchlike everyoneelse’s. Otherpeoplearelike you.

Children’sHomeParty - Planandconductpartiesfor children’shomeatregularintervals.Planamonthly birthdaypartywith all childrenwhosebirthdaysoccurduring themonthasguestofhonor.Outingsfor Children - Planandconductmonthly outingsfor children in a children’shomeorsettlementhouse. Providetransporta-tion andplanafull day of activitiesawayfromthehome; aball game,picnic, museum,etc.RefurbishGoodUsedToys - anddonatethemto acharitableorganizationfor distributiontoneedychildren.

COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENTPROJECTS• To instill pride in how thecommunity

looks andin what it does• To showthevalueof communityspirit.• To teachthe Cubsthat taking careofour

planetis everyone’sresponsibility.

HighwayCleanup- Participate in adopt ahighway.ProvideLiter Bags - Purchaseormakeliterbagsanddistributeto any motoristswho desireone.

DISABLED PROJECTS• To demonstratethecommunity’s

responsibilityto all its members.• To show that thedisabled,even

with their specialproblems,aremorenormalthantheyaredifferent.

• To help Cubsbecomeawareof theproblemsthedisabledpersonfaces(stairs,doors,drinking fountains,etc.).

Toysfor RetardedChildren - Collectanddonatesoft, simple toysMark Invalid’s Homes- In cooperationwithfire department,install amberreflectorsoverthefront doorsofhomeswherehandicappedpersonslive.Aid Shut-ins- Many partially handicappedpersonslive aloneandhavedifficulty in deal-ing with theday-to-daytaskofliving. Unitsmay“adopt” oneor moreof thesepeopleandvisit themregularlyto run errands,read,helpwrite letters,shopor justvisit.Make bird feeders- Providebird seedandsuet.

SENIORCITIZEN PROJECTS• To showthat olderpeople,despitetheir

differencesare like therestofus.• To show thecommunity’sresponsibili-

ties for all ofits citizens.

Adopt aNursingHome - Planfrequentvisits,plan parties or entertainmentorperform smallerrands.Adopt an AgedCouple- Theyneedassistancein suchthingsas shopping,gettingbooksfromthelibrary, careof theyard, etc.Run Errands-Scheduledaily or weeklyserviceto agedcouple.

yard work or

fireplugs.elderly person.


RECOGNITIONS

introductionto RecognitionsRecognitionsCreaterChartTypesof Recognition

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RECOGNITIONS

Everyonelikes to be told thatthey are appreci-atedandthat theyaredoingagood job. In theScoutingprogram,it is importantto rememberthat theadults,aswell astheboys,needto berecognizedfor whattheydo. TheScoutingprogramitself recognizestheboy throughtheAdvancementPlan (seeCub ScoutLeaderBook, Chapter11) andadult leadersthroughtheCub ScoutLeaderRecognitionPlan. Re-memberthat no onecaneverbe recognizedtoomuch;we all needencouragementandpatsontheback. Beingrecognizedfor participationandinvolvementgivesa senseof self-worthand alsoownership. Recognitionwill keepadultsandboysin theprogramlongerandencourage“doing ones’best”with theresultinhavingenoughhelpersforeveryprojectandasuccessfulpackprogram.

Thereareseveralthingsto rememberaboutrecognition. Recognitionshouldbe sincereandappropriate.Using it otherwisewill deminishit’s meaning. Justasimportantis how therecognitionis given. Recognitionshouldbegivenby the appropriatepersonandin front ofpeers. If theawardgiven is a seriousone,thenthepresentationshouldshow the importanceoftheaward. A fun awardshouldbe presentedina humorousatmosphere.Thoughtshouldbegivento thepresentation,so asnot to takeaway from the recognition. Usinga varietyofpresentationtechniques,aswell astypesofaward,will keepinterestlevelshigh.

Thechartbelowmayhelpyou getstarted.

WHO do we recognize?Cub ScoutsParents

WHY do werecognize?Specialachievement

WHERE do werecognize?PackmeetingsTelephonecalls

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Seriousawards:BSA suppliesPlaquesMedalsCertificatesTrophies,pins

LeadersSupporters

Job well done

CommitteemeetingNews media

Not-so-seriousawards:RibbonsStickersHomemadeitems

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Serviceover andbeyondduty

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Punsandfun:Usematerialson handFunnyitemsPlay on words


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TYPES OF AWARDS

Thereareall typesof awards,many of whichcan be eitherseriousorfun. Be creative! Anddon’t worry aboutbeing too corny—remember,this is theScoutingprogram!! An exampleofmostofthesearein thebackof this Section.

PurchasedAwards: Therearenumerousitems that canbe purchasedandpresentedasa“thankyou.” Manyof thesecanbe purchasedattheKansasCity ScoutShopor from theScoutcatalogue.Examplesare: patches,neckerchiefs,tie slides,certificates,plaques,nametags,coffeemugs, trophies,pins andT-shirts.

Certificates: TherearenumerousBSA certifi-cates. Thereareseveralcomputerprogramsthat generatea varietyof certificates.A varietyof printedcertificatescanbe boughtat teachersupplystoresorplaceslike U.S. Toy. Adaptcertificatesormakeup yourownwith paste-upandcopierwork. Seethebackof thissectionfor a few bordersandart work ideasto getyoustarted.Clip art andborderbookscanbepurchasedat mostoffice supplyStores.

Plaques: This is a neatway to displaypic-tures,patches,certificatesormoldeditems tonameafew. Plaquescanbe madeout ofpracticallyanything:lumber,paneling,hard-board,treebranchslices,sheetmetal,plasticsheets,linoleumpieces,plasterofparis,leather. Plaquescan be stained,decoupaged(Mod-Podge),painted,varnishedor left natu-ral. Letteringcanbe doneby carving,woodburning,painting,stenciling,usingstickers,alphabetmacaroni,letteringtapes,paintsticksormarkers.

Trophies: BSA event-relatedtrophiescanbebought. Make your own by recycling oldtrophiesandtrophy parts.Most trophiesarescrewedor attachedtogether.MostConsistof abase,pedestaland decorativefigure. Use

whateverfor the decorativefigure: miniaturecarspaintedgold, pinewoodderbycar, smallaction figures,carveditems,etc. Basescanbemadeofthesamematerialslisted forplaques.Justrememberto gluesecurelyandlet themdry completely. Also, be surethat theglueyouuseis appropriatefor thematerialyou areusing.Medals: A medalis anythingthatcanbe hungon a string orribbon andplacedaroundaperson’sneck. Usesuchthingsas: partyfavors,small toys, woodenshapes,erasers,miniatureitems. Shrinkingplasticis alsoidealfor this. It canbeboughtatmosthobbystores.A design(depictingany item orevent)canbedrawnon it andcoloredin. After thedesignistracedonto theplastic andcut Out, thematerialis placedinto an ovenatlow heat. Thereitshrinksinto an attractivesmallpicturesuitablefor hangingon a string orribbon.

Leather rounds or shapes: Theseareinex-pensiveandcanbe stampedwith avarietyofdesigns. Theyalsocanbe written on withpermanentmarkersor wood burned.

Ribbons: Thesecanbe purchasedor made.Variationscanbemadewith differenttoppingsusing clip art, stickersordrawn. Useperma-nentmarkersor glitter glue. Try writing on theribbonto makesurethemarkeror glitterwillnot runor wipe off. Feltcan alsobeusedwithribbons. Ribbonscut Out of constructionpaperor cardboardcanmakeimpressiveawardstoo.

Buttons: Badge-A-Minutebuttonkits orbuttonsboughtat hobbyorcraftstorescanbeusedin avarietyof waysfor awards. You canalsocut a disc out ofposterboador woodandhot glueasafetypin to theback. Usethemjustastheyarewith appropriateart work andletteringmessage.Attachribbonsat thebot-tomor usearosetteor laceglued aroundit.Thesearealso aneatway to displaypictures.


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Banners: Muslin is best,butyou canuseanytypeof light-weightmaterialto makeabanner.Usepermanentmarkers,glitter glue,spraypaint stencils,etc.for creating an award.

Pennants: Cut pennantfrom felt orposterboard.Useany type of letteringandstencilfor eventparticipationor denaward.

Magnets: Usemolded itemsor miniaturewoodencut-outs,paint, addmessageand gluemagnetstrip on theback. All theseitemscanbe madeor purchasedat hobbyor craftstores.

RECOGNITIONIDEAS

Thefollowing suggestionscanbe usedon anyof theabovetypesof awardsor mix-and-match. Remember,be creative!

AdvancementChairman- mini-ladderon abase.SummertimePackActivities Chairman- aplastersun.Thanks to Leaders - usetheemblempatchofleadership.CommitteeChairman Gavel - makea gavelout of Tinker Toys. Usea hotgluegun toconnecttheparts. Spraypaintgold. Add amessagealongthehandle.Scouting for Food Chairman - miniaturebagof groceriesor food items.Puzzles- for leaderswho know how to solveproblems.On the Ball Award - a Styrofoamball with apipecleanerCub Scouton top for theenergeticpersonwhohasit all together.Big Heart Award - stuffedheart,plastic heart,woodenor cardboardcut-outheartfor someonehelping“in the line of duty.”Life SaverAward - roll of candyLifesaversorLifesaversuckerfor someonewho hasassistedwith aproblemor suppliedmaterialsat no cost.Go For Award - small model carfor thepersonwho picks up awardsorruns errands.Big StoneAward - abig Stonespraypaintedsilver andmessageon undersidesaying,“be-causeyou leaveno stoneunturned.” A “thankyou”_perhapson thefront side.

One in a Million - usealot ofmustardseedsorany othersmall seedsgluedto something;thenonepaintedseeor beadon top of the restandinscribe“you areonein amillion to..Packetof Seeds- apacketof seedsgluedonplaqueorwhateverandinscribed“thanksforhelpingPack# grow” for someonewho helpedwith recruitingmembersor who helpswithSchoolNight.BackboneAward - a driedturkey bonespraypaintedandgluedto plaqueor hungon ribbonfor “you aiethebackboneofPack#“ or whatever.Sunglasses- an old pair inscribed“thanksforseeingyourwayclearto help” for whateveractivity.Roll of Tape - for thepersonwhohasstuckwith it no matterwhat.Top Banana - plasticor eraserbanana,stickerorDole stickerfor thepersonwho is in charge.KissAward - Hersheychocolatekissfor thepersonwho deservesa“big kiss.”Helping Hand Award - canbe madeastheoutlineof a boy’s handon any material or ahand-shapedcookiecutteror a saltdoughcutout ofa handmountedon aplaque. It couldalsobe abackscratcherin theshapeof a hand.This awardcanbe for anyonewho helpsout.Golden PennyAward - for thetreasurerorfund raiser,usea largeplasticcoin from toystore,spraypaintgold andmounton plaqueorhangon ribbon.Picnicor Outing Award - alargeplastic insectGood Egg Award - apieceofwhite felt andCut ayolk from yellow felt for someonewhoalwayshelpsout or is especiallygoodatcertainpmjects. If a couple,makeit adoubleyolk egg.BounceAward - asheetof Bouncefabricsoftenerfor leaders.It will give thembounceandhelpsoftentheirhearts.Old FossilAward - arock or an arrowheadattachedto acord or leatherthong to weararoundtheneck. It’s given to thepersonwhohasbeenin thepackor whateverthe longest.Santa’s Helper Award - useaplain glassornamentandprint yourmessagewith paintpensorpermanentmarkersto thankChristmaspartyhelpersorasa specialthankyou atChristmastime.


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Handyman Helper Award - a smallsaworhammerto saythankyou to someonewhohashelpedby building or fixing somethingorcutting out materials,etc.StarAward - for someonewhoreallyshinesatajob.SunVisor Award - for leaderswho alwaysseethingsclearly.Time Well SpentAward - useaplasticwatch,a pennyandthe inscription“Thanksfor yourtime well spent!”

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Theden doodleis an emblemchosenby thedenasits centralform of denrecognition.During denmeetings,thedoodleis thegather-ing pointfor theboysto show theirachieve-mentsand othervariousrecords(suchasparticipationor attendance).The dendoodlecanreadilybe usedasceremonialequipmentduring eithera den orpackceremonyforrecognizingtheadvancementoftheCub Scout.

Theancestryof theden doodleincludesthetotempole. Among groupsor clans,thetotempolewas usedto identify themselves.Themarksandcarvingson thepolerepresentedmanythingsaboutthehistory of thegroupandits members.

Cub Scoutsloveto maketheir owndendoodle,proudlydisplaying theircreationatpackmeetingswith theotherdens.Eachboy’sparticipationin thecreationof theden doodlewill enhancehis feeling of beinga memberoftheden.

Thedendoodle’sform canbejust aboutanything. Themain importanceis thatitexpressesinstantrecognitionofwhich denitbelongs. Theemblemchosenandthedendesignationareto two main featureswhichshouldbe incorporatedinto thedendoodledesign. From this emblemtheremaybe sus-pendedsomedevice(string, leatherstrips,shoelaces,wood,etc.)calledadoodledangletoshowthe earnedachievementsof theCubScouts. Thematerialsusedfor thedoodleanddanglesneednot be expensive,manyarecreatedfrom objectsin thecommonhousehold.

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Introductionto Ceremonies 1DenCeremoniesPackCeremonies 3CeremoniesCreator 7CeremonialProps 8Monthly Themes

December/HolidayMagic 8January/ExploringAlaska 10FebruaryfBlueandGold Traditions 11March/Wheels,Wings andRudders 13ApriiiShapeUp 14May/Backto Nature 15June/Strongfor America 1 7July/BuckskinPioneers 18August/WaterFun 19September/ExploringYour Neighborhood 21October/AchievementParade 22November/Harbors,StationsandAirports 24

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CEREMONIES

WHAT IS A CEREMONY

Onedefinition of aceremonyis a form ofritual, a formalpresentationthatmakesa moreimpressiverecognitionof someworkaccom-plishedor ofan awardearned.Almost everyhigh point in aperson’slife is markedby sometypeof ceremony.

THE IMPORTANCE OF CEREMONIES

Oneof themostimportantreasonsfor havingaceremonyis to providea meaningfulandmemorablehighlight in aboy’s Cub Scoutexperience.Ceremoniesfocusattentionon theaccomplishmentsof theboys,leadersandparentsfor achievements,recruiting,serviceprojectsandspecialactivities.

A flickering candle,a solemnpromise,colOrfulprops,mystery,pageantryandtraditionare allimpressiveandimportantto a sevento tenyearold boy. Recognitionof his accomplishmentswill encourageaboy to continueprogressingalong theScoutingTrail.

TYPES OF CEREMONIES

DEN CEREMONIES

Simpleceremoniesareusedto mark importanteventsin thelives of theboysandimportanteventsin theden. Denceremoniesshouldbeshort - no longerthan2 or 3 minutes - andareusuallybuilt aroundeverydayexperiences.

• Theboysshouldbe givenachanceto helpplanandleaddenceremoniesoccasionally.

Variety is importantin denceremonies.Thesameceremonyeachweek will becometiring.Thefollowing aretypesof denceremonieswhich shouldbe used.

• ProgressTowards Rank: To recognizeboyswho havecompletedpartof therequirements

towardearningbadgesof rank. This is anincentiveto progressand encouragesboystocompletetheirotherrequirementsso thebadgecanbe presentedto himat thenextpackmeet-ing. -Conduct Candle: Somedenleaderslight agoodconductcandleat thebeginningof eachmeetingto helpobtaingoodbehavior.New Member Installation: To welcomeanewboy into- theden.Denner Installation: To recognize“boyleaders”andplaceimportanceon theposition.SpecialRecognition: To recognizebirthdays,specialachievementsand activitiesboth in andoutsideof Cub Scouting.

EXAMPLES OF DEN CEREMONIES

Uniform Insoection

Personnel: Den Chief, denner,boysof thedenEquipment: Mirror, a fewsparecombsArrangement: Form denin astraightline.

(Give theboysafew momentsto comb theirhairandtuck in theirshirt talesbeforetheinspection.) HavetheDenChiefconducttheuniform inspection. Shirtsshouldhavethebadgesin theirproperplaces,shirt tails shouldbe tuckedin andtheboysshouldhavea tidyappearance with haircombed. As thecomple-

tion of the inspection,havethe dennerleadtheboysin theirdenyell.

JointheTeam

Personnel: Den leader, new member and denEquipment: Table,matches,one largewhitecandle,1 smallcandlefor eachmemberof thedenincludingdenleaderandDenChief(in aholder)Arrangement: Placethe largecandle(lighted)on the table. Arrangethesmallcandlesin astraightline in front of the largercandle. Formthedenin astraightline in front of thetable.Dim lights.


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Denleader: (Before you burna white candlewhichrepresentstheSpirit ofCub Scouting.)It takesteamworkto keepthespirit ofCubScoutingburningbrightly. Now asyournameis called,I would like eachteammembertocomeforward andlight his candlefrom theSpiritCandle. (Thedenleadercallseachboyforwardby name,oneata time, exceptfor thenewmember.) As eachteammemberaddedhis light, theSpirit of Cub Scoutinghasgrown.As a team,ourlight will shinebrighterasweall work togetheras a team. Todayour teamhasa newmember.Will (name)comeforwardand light yourcandlefrom theSpirit candle.As (name)addshis light andteamworkto thisden,thelight oftheCub ScoutSpirit growsevenmore. We welcomeyou into this denandinvite you to join usaswework asa teamtokeepthe light of Cub Scoutingbright. (Haveeachboy shakehandswith the newmemberusing theCub Scouthandshake.)

DennerInstallationPersonnel: Den leader, Den Chief, newdennerandassistantdennerEquipment: Dennercord and assistant denner

cordArrangement: Form thedenin asemi-circlefacingthedenleaderandDenChief

Den leader: (Nameof newdenner)hasbeenchosento representden (number)aswewalktogetherthroughthedoorwayto adventure.,Weaskhis helpaseachadventurebeginsandends.It will behis duty to openthedoorwaytoeachmeetingandto besuretheevidenceofouradventurehasbeenclearedaway‘at themeetingclose. -Den Chief: Do you acceptthis asyourrespon-sibility?New denner: I do.Den Chief: Then we presentto you this cordas you keyto openthedoorwayto ournext’adventures.Den leader: (nameof assistantdenner)hasbeenchosento be ourassistantdenner. Hisduty will be to help(denner’sname)aswe alltakepart in ourmeetingadventures.

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DenChief: Do you accept this asyourrespon-sibility?New assistantdenner: I do.DenChief: Then we presenttO you this cordas your key to helpopenthedoorwayto ournextadventure.

WonderfulBeadsPersonnel: Denleader,DenChief, boysbeingrecognized

Equipment: ImmediateRecognitionKit.Arrangement: Have thedensit in a semi-circle facingthedenleaderandDenChief.

Denleader: We would like to tell you thestory behindthesewonderfulbeads. Thecustomofawardingbeadsstartedin the tribeofWebelos.The beadsweregiven to braveswhodid theirbestto help thetribe and otherpeople.Den Chief: Manymoonsago,whentheanimalworld wasruledby wolvesandbears,thebravesof theWebelostribe fearedthesestrongbeasts.Den leader: But somebraves(nametheboysto berecognized)decidedthat thebestway tolive withoutfearwasto understandthecrea-turesof theforest.Den Chief: So theywent, disguisedasanimalsto live with thewolvesandbears. Theanimalsacceptedthemandall werebrothers.Theycalledthem“Cubs” just asif thebravesweretheirown. This wasaccordingto theLaw ofthePack.Den leader: For theirbraveryandfriendlinessto thebeast,thebravesweregivenaleatherthongwith coloredbeadson it. It signified thattheyknewthewaysof thetribe anddid theirbestateverythingwithout worryingif someonedid it better. This is thelaw which thetribeborrowedfrom theanimalsandtaughtto all theCubs.Den Chief: For doing yourbestin completingthreeachievementstowardyour(Wolf orBear)badge,I awardyou this thongandthis bead.May your alwaysobeytheLaw of thePack.

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Birthday Howl

Personnel:Birthdayboy, denner,DenChiefEquipment: CakeandcandlesArrangement: Form thedenin acircle.

Have thedennerleadthebirthdayboy into thecenterof thecircle. As thedennerrejoinsthecircle,heleadsthedenin the“Grand Howl”.At theendor theGrandHowl, theDenChiefenterswith thecake,candleslightedand leadsthedenin signing“Happy Birthday”. Thebirthdayboy blowsout thecandlesandgets thefirst pieceofcake.

Law of thePack

Personnel:Denner,DenChiefEquipment: None

Arrangement: Form theboysin theBrother-hoodCircle. Theboyscircle with armsaroundeachother’sshoulders.Thedennerleadsthedenin theLaw ofPack.

Den Chief: Whatis theCub Scoutmotto?Boysrespond: DoYourBest.Den Chief: Will you do yourbest?Boysshout: We’ll do our best!

PACK CEREMONIES

Ceremonieshavebecomean importantpartofoureverydaylives. With almosteveryhighpointin aperson’slife beingmarkedby aceremony,it is only fitting thatCub Scoutingprovideeachboy with memoriesof his accom-plishments.As Cub Scoutleaders,wehavetheresponsibilityto influencethelives of boysandtheirfamiliesandtheopportunityto helpmaketheCub Scoutidealsmeaningfulthroughceremonies.

All ceremoniesneedto be personalizedfor theboysinvolved. Be sureto call theboysbyname. Theceremonyshouldbe alteredtomeettheneedsof theboysadvancing. If advance-ment for all ranksis not includedeverymonth,alter theceremonyto useonly the advancementneeded. ____________

Opening: A formal signalthat thepackmeetinghasbegun. It setsthestagefor whatisto come. A flag ceremony,thePledgeofAlliance andlorathemerelatedopeningcanbepresentedby theboysof a den. (Forthemerelatedopeningsreferto themonthly themesintheShowtimesection.)Induction: To formally “welcome” TigerCubs,newboysandtheirfamilies into thepack. Inductionis usedto welcomeandac-knowledgeDenChiefs,denand Webelosleaders,Cubmaster,committeechairman,andcommitteememberswho aretaking on newresponsibilitieswithin thepack.Advancement: To recognizetheboyswhohavecompletedtherequirementsto obtainrank. Thebadgesof rank that arepresentedarefor Bobcat,Wolf, Bear,Webelos,andtheArrow ofLight. A goodadvancementcer-emonyhelpscreateanincentivefor theboystoprogressand experieneameaningfulmemoryof their achievements.Themonthly themesprovideopportunitiesto maketheceremoniesan excitingpart ofthepackmeeting.Recognition: To recognizeleaders,DenChiefs, boysandfamiliesfor specialservice,activities or tenure.GraduationlBridging: This is oneof themostimportantceremoniesofthepack. It is aceremonyto showtheprogressa boy hasmadein Scouting. Theceremonyis for aTiger CubbecomingaCub Scout,a Cub Scoutbecominga WebelosScoutoraWebelosScoutcrossingover into Boy Scouting. Theceremonycanbetheincentivefor theboysto continueto movealongthe ScoutingTrail.Closing: This is theformal closeto thepackmeeting. Thelastfew secondsare oftenthelongestremembered.Theclosingceremonyshouldinspireandmotivateboth boysandadultsalike. (Forthemerelatedclosingsreferto themonthly themesin theShowtimesec-tion.)



EXAMPLES OF PACK CEREMONIES

Tiger CubGraduation

Personnel: CubmasterEquipment: Bobcat badgesandsafetypinsArrangement: Cubmasterin front ofaudi-ence.HecallsforwardtheTigerCubsandtheirparents.

Cubmaster:It is agreatpleasurefor all of usto graduateyou TigerCubsinto theWolf denof ourpack. In TigerCubsthemotto is“Search,Discover,Share”andyou havebeendoing a lot of that thispastyear. You’ll bedoing evenmoreduring thecomingyearbecausein Cub Scoutingwesearch,discover,andshare. As you entertheCub ScoutdenyouhavealreadycompletedtherequirementsforyourBobcatrank. For yourgraduationinto theden,pleaserepeattheCub ScoutPromise.(LeadsPromise.) Now thateachof you is amemberofDen (number),I amproudtopresentyou theBobcatbadgewhich you haveearned. (Handoutbadgesto parents,askthemto pin them on theboy’sshirtpocket.) As newBobcatsin thispack,you areat thebeginningof newadventuresalong theCub ScoutTrail.Enjoy yourexperiencesasyou continuetosearch,discoverandshare.

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Personnel: CubmasterEquipment: Largecutoutsof Bobcat,Wolf,BearandWebelosbadges.Arrangement: Eachcutout is to be displayedso theycanbe seenfrom theaudience.

Cubmaster:A badgeof Cub Scoutingis apieceofembroideredcloth. If you wereto tryto sell oneof thesebadges,you’d find thatitwouldn’t bring muchmoney. Therealvalueofthebadgeis in whatit represents...thethingsyou learnedto earnit...how to keephealthy,how to be agoodcitizen,good safetypractices,conservation,andmanynewskills.

BOBCAT Now wehavesomeCubswho areto receivethebadgeof Bobcatandto advancealongtheCub ScoutingTrail. (Call forwardtheboysandtheir parents,who areto receivetheirBobcatbadges.)To earnthebadgeofBobcattheseboyshadto learntheCub Scoutpromise,theLaw of thePack,theCub Scoutsign, andtheCub Scoutmotto. Thesethingsarejust part of theadventureson the ScoutingTrail. Now asI presentto eachof you yourBobcatbadgerememberthevalueof this badgeandtheCub Scoutmotto...”Do Your Best.”Congratulations.

WOLF (Call forwardtheboysand theirparentsthat areto receivetheWolf badges.)As eachof you workedtoward yourWolfbadge,you hadtheopportunityto developnewskills, helpat homeandin yourcommunityandlearnrespectfor ourflag. Youhavenowcompletedthe 12 achievementsofyourbadgeandwearit with pride. Congratulations!

BEAR (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentsthat areto receivetheBearbadge.)As eachofyou workedtowardyourBearbadgeyou foundthat therewere 12 achievementsto performforthis newbadge.We experiencechoicesin oureverydaylives. We musteachdecidethebestchoicesto live by. To achievetherankofBear,choiceshadto be madeasto which of the12 achievementsfrom thegroupof24 to do.Thesetoo, areeachnewadventuresalong theCub ScoutingTrail. Rememberthevalueofthis badgeasyou makeyourchoicesin life.Congratulations!

WEBELOS (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentswho areto receivetheirWebelosbadges.)As eachof you joined theWebelosden,you experiencedachangefrom theCubdensyou hadknown. As an olderScout,youexperiencednewchoicesandnewexperiencesin how you wereto earntheWebelosbadge.No longeris it aparentthat signsyourbook,but it is yourWebelosdenleader. To earnadvancementin theWebelosdenyou have


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you, theolderScoutandtheyareactivitiesthatamoregrownup personenjoys. RememberthevalueoftheWebelosbadgeandthechangesthattookplacein orderto earnthisaward.Congratulations!

ARROWOF LIGHT (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentswho areto receivetheArrowof Light award.) Thetrail to theArrow ofLight is a long hardtrail to climb. It wasfullof adventurein theachievementsyou learnedasaWolf. As a Bearyou werefacedwith newchoicesanddifferentdirectionsto turn, And asaWebelosScoutyou encounteredchangeandmoregrownup activitiesthat havehelpedyoudevelopinto thepersonyou aretoday. To earntheArrow of Light, you workedto understandthefuture. Many of theachievementsyouaccomplishedhavepreparedyou to moveintoBoy Scouting. Theseachievementshavebeennewandvariedwith thepurposeto haveyouexperienceevengreateradventuresin thefuture. Now takeone moremomentto remem-ber thevalueofeachbadgeyou haveearned.Eachbadgewas.a stepby stepadventureinyourlife andan adventurealongtheScoutingTrail. Rememberthevalueof this badge. It isthehighestawardin Cub Scoutingand is alsohonoredalong theBoy ScoutTrail of adven-ture. Congratulations!

Inductioninto theWebelosDen

Personnel: Cubmaster,WebelosDen Leader,WebelosDenEquipment: 4 Candles,Webelosemblem,Webelosscarfandcolorsfor the inductee,tableArrangement: 3 candlesequallyspacedin ablock of woodwith theWebelosemblembehindit orto thesideofthecandles..(4thcandleto light theother3.)

Cubmaster: (Call theWebelosdenmembersup in front of theaudienceto standbehindthetableandto form asemicirclefacing the

audience.)We haveseveralBearCubswhoareeligible to join ourWebelosden. (Calleachboy by nameandhavethemescorttheirparentsto thefront oftheroom.)To welcomethesenewboysandtheirparentstheWebelosden is alreadyhereto acceptandwelcomeyouinto theWebelosden. As BearCubsyou knowthehardwork it hastakento getyou to therankof Bear. We light this first candlethatsymbolizesyourhardwork which hasmadeyou eligible to entertheWebelosden. (Lightthe first candle.) Thissecondcandleis for yourparentswho havehelpedyou this far along theCub ScoutTrail. (Light thesec.ondcandle.)Now I askyourparentsto helpyou oncemoreby removingyourBearscarf. This lastcandleis in honorof theWebelosden.Its memberswelcomeyou andwantto helpyou advancefurtheralongtheScoutingTrail. (Light the lastcandle.)As this timeI would like theWebelosdenleaderto comeforwardandpresentyou

with yourWebelosscarf. And to yourparentswegive yourWebeloscolorsandaskthem tohelpyou pin themon yourright sleeve.Con-gratulations! Youarenowpartof theWebelosden. Goodluck on yournewadventures.

LeaderRecognition

Personnel:Cubmaster,denleaderbeinghonoredEquipment: Packpositionemblemfor denleaderArrangement: In front of apackmeeting

Cubmaster:Tonight,wewant to recognize(name)(callsforwardthedenleader). (Name)hasjust completedtrainingasa denleader.Denleadersarean indispensablepartofourpack. It is onething for apersonto takeon theresponsibilityof becomingadenleaderofaden. But it is an evengreatercommitmentwhenapersontakesof theirown time to attendCub Scouttrainingto provideourboyswith aquality denprogram.As you wearyourdenleadersuniform it notonly identifiesyou asa



very importantmemberoftheBoy ScoutsofAmericabut it alsosetsa goodexamplefor theboysofyourden. It is aprivilegeto presentthedenleader’semblemfor youruniform andto congratulatethenewesttrainedleaderin ourpack. Thankyou for giving of yourtime forourboys.

Graduationof aWebelosScout

Personnel:Cubmaster,Scoutmaster,SeniorPatrolLeader,Webelosleader,WebelosScoutandfamily, 2 Bobcats,2 Wolves,2 Bearsand2WebelosEquipment: TroopscarfArrangement:The8 Cubsarelined up in 2rowsof4 facingeachotherin order to form abridgefor thegraduation.Thereneedsto beenoughroombetweenthetwo linesfor theWebelosScoutandhis family to passfrom theleftside to the right. On theleft side of thestageis theCubmasterandtheWebelosdenleaderandon theright sideof theboy bridge istheScoutmasterandtheSeniorPatrolLeader.

Cubniaster:Tonight we mark a greatocca-sion, thegraduationof WebelosScout(name)from ourpack. (Call theWebelosScoutandhis family forward.) We aresadto seehimleavebecausehe hasbeenagreathelp to ourpack...butwearehappyfor himbecausehe isgoing on to thegreatadventureof Scouting.Hehasworkedhardfor thisnight and hasadvancedwell. You havesuccessfullyob-tainedtheranksof Bobcat,Wolf, BearandWebelos.To top off yourCub Scoutcareer,you haveearnedtheArrow of Light. You andyour family haveparticipatedin pinewoodderbies,rain gutterregatta,denmeetings,packmeetingsand outdoorcampingexperiences.You alsowereableto attendCub DayCampandWebelosCamp. You andyour family willhavemanymemoriesto takewith you. I ampleasedto seethat you arewearingtheArrowof Light, thehighestaward in Cub Scouting.This is theonly Cub Scoutbadgewhich you

will be permittedto wearon yourScoutuni-form. Andnow you andyourfamily maytakethefinal cubScoutingsteps. This bridgethatconnectsCub ScoutingandBoy Scoutingismadeup ofanhonorguardof Cub Scoutswhoin time will be following in yourstepsalongtheScoutingTrail. (TheWebelosScoutandhis family walk to theright sideof thestagetotheScoutmaster.)Scoutmaster:(name)wearehappyto wel-comeyou to ourtroop. I canseeby theArrowof Light that you arepreparedto join thegreatfellowshipof Scouting. As a WebelosScout,you learnedtheScoutOath.. Pleaserepeatitafterme. (RepeattheScoutOath.) Now asatoken of this importantoccasion,we would liketo presentyou with yourtroopneckerchief.(TheSeniorPatrolLeadercomesforwardandremovesthetie slidefrom theWebelosscarf,leavingthescarflaying aroundthenewScoutsneck. Thenhe placesthetroop neckerchiefovertheWebelosscarf. He thenadjuststhetieslideon thenewScoutscarf. Thelastmotionis for theSeniorPatrolLeaderto pull theWebelosscarfout from underthenewtroopneckerchief. (name)you havecompletedanimportanttransitionin your life. You havejustgraduatedfrom theCub Scoutpackinto BoyScoutTroop (number). And asyou completedthis trip andwith thehelpof you newSeniorPatrolLeaderyou wereneverwithoutascarfwhich signifiesyou asa partof theBoy Scoutsof America. Congratulations.Welcometo thetroop.



CEREMONIES CREATOR(an all purpose, all occasion, do anything, generic aid in presenting a ceremony)

Directions:•Choose one or more phases from each list.:•Assemble the necessary props.•Add your own personal words for each occasion.•Conduct the successful ceremony.

“Would the following please come forward”Cub Scout(s) Webelos Scout(s) Den(s)Leader(s) Parent(s) Special

“Before you is”a candle a torch a druma branch a tripod a crossa flashlight a bridge a Scout booka neckerchief a trail a pictureAkela your parents a boxthe pack other your leaders

“This represents”The family Fun and adventure . The Spirit of ScoutingThepack The church GooddeedsYour future Your accomphshment Your advancementYour den Character . Our communityOur dedication The world Fitness

“You have earned this award by” -Helping others Joining our pack Doing your bestHelping boys grow Completing achievement Being the best

Being a denner Helping with Selling the mostCollecting ._..~._._ Serving for years Serving as

“Please accept this award and continue to”Do your best Come to meetings Work hardFollow the trail Give goodwill Follow AkelaHelp the pack go Help your son Grow strong

‘Would the rest of the pack join me in congratulations for this award?THERE, WASN’T THAT EASY? KEEP THE SPIRIT ALIVE


DECEMBER. 1993

A few attractivepropshelpsetthescenefor animpressivepackanddenmeeting.A little“showmanship”alongthis line showstheboysandtheirparentsthattheirpackreallycaresthat theycaineto themeeting,and thatyoupreparedfor it. Thepropsneednot be expen-sive to be impressive.

DenProps1. Flags - den,American2. Dendoodle,chartfor advancement3. Candles,matches,holders for wax4. Flashlight5. Constructionpaper6. Markers7. Balloons

PackProps1. Flags - American,pack,state,city2. Lighting - a. candles(waxorelectric),

variouscolors - red,white, blue,gold andyellow; varioussizes - largeround,long &slender,small onesb. flashlightsorspotlights

3. Artificial campfires4. Rankreplicas5. Graduationbridge

a. humanb. woodc. ropeand standards

6. Costumesa. Indianb. costumeto tie in with themonthly

themes7. Advancementpack ladder8. Scoutsin uniform

a. District Scoutersb. DenChiefs

9. Scoutmaster& SeniorPatrolLeader

HOLIDAY MAGIC

To GiveHelD andGoodwillPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awardsof Boys(Bobcatawardson asmile, Wolf awardson a helpinghand,Bearawardson a “T”, andWebelosawardsonacard)Arrangement: Cubmaster in front of theaudience

Cubmaster:Decemberis themonthwhenChristiansrecall themiraclebirth of Christ.Peopleof theJewishfaith celebratetheFestivalof Lights. Manypeoplecelebratethis seasonby giving gifts, by waiting for thearrivalofSantaClausandby festivegatheringswithfriends. Eachpersonhastheirown way ofcelebratingthis holiday. Thethemethismonthis Holiday Magic. As Cub Scoutershow canwejoin in this themeof Holiday Magic?.As Ireflectedon this month’s themeI think aboutwhatmagichasto do with this holiday seasonandwhatit hasto do with Cub Scouting?As Irepeatedto myselftheCub Scoutpromise- thephrase“to helpotherpeople”stuckin mymind. Next I repeatedtheLaw of thePackandthewords“a Cub Scoutgivesgoodwill” cameto mind. It dawnedon me thatthis holidayseasonwasaperfecttime for HolidayMagic -athemefor helpingotherpeopleandatime forgiving goodwill. Onesmallpieceof HolidayMagicis to smile andbe cheerfulto others. Asmile is thefirst stepto spreadinggoodwill.And tonight wehavesomeboyswho aretakingtheirfirst stepsalongtheCub ScoutTrail.

(Call forwardtheboyswhoareto receivetheirBobcatawardandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.) After a smile, thenextpieceof Holi-day Magic is to lenda helpinghand.Thishelpinghandmight be to carry in groceriesforsomeoneor helpsetthetable for dinneror helpwashthedishesafterdinner- and all donewith

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acheerfulsmile. By offeringthis helpinghandandcheerfulsmilewe takethenextsteptowardgiving Holiday Magic.

Tonightwehavesomeboyswho havetakenthenextstepin Cub Scouting. (Call forwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirWolf awardandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

Whatcanwe do to continueourHoliday Magicto helpothersandgive goodwill? Our nextstepmightbe to do a “GoodTurn.” A goodturn is to do ajobwithout beingaskedforsomeone.This goodturnmight includeclean-ing ourrooms,taking out the trashorrakingleaveswithout beingasked. This goodturn is aspecialstepto bringingHoliday Magictoothers. Tonight therearesomeboyswhohaveworkedharderto takethenextstepalongtheCub ScoutTrail. (Call forwardtheboyswhoareto receivetheirBearawardandtheirpar-ents. Presentthebadge.)

To spreadmore holiday magic, wemight goevenfurtherto makeagift for afriend. Wecouldmakeaspecialcardof a smallpresentoraholiday treatfor someonewithoutexpectinganythingin return. With thegiving ofthisspecialgift to afriend wecancontinuetheholiday magic. And continuingto advancealongtheCub ScoutTrail wehavesomeboyswho arereadyto be advanced.(Call forwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirWebelosbadgeandtheirparents. Presentthebadge.)

Tonightwehaveseenhow weasCub Scoutsandweasparentscanrememberto spreadtheHolidayMagic. It is soeasyfor eachofustohelpotherpeopleandto givegoodwill. Andby helpingothersandgiving goodwill wecanspreadtheHolidayMagic to thosearoundus.

Magic LightsPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Cut out a cardboardChristmastreeandpunchholesin thetreeto hold variouscoloredlights.Thelargeoutdoorlights willwork best.Unscrewall the lights exceptthetoplight. You coulduseyellow lights for thebottomrow (BOBCA’r), red lights for thenextrow (WOLF),greenlights on thethird row(BEAR), andbluelights forthe top row aswellas thetop of thetree(WEBELOS).Arrangement: Dim room lights , Cubmasterin frnnt ofaudience.

Cubmaster:As we look atourChristmastreewe seethat it is adornedwith only onelight.We havesomeboysheretonightwhocanhelplight theway to thetop of thetree.

Thefirst stepalongtheCub ScoutTrail is therankof BOBCAT. (Screwin yellow light(s)dependingon thenumberofBOBCAT ad-vancements.Call theBOBCAT candidatesandtheirparentsforward.Presentthebadgesto theparentsto pin on their sonsshirt.)

Thenextstep in theCub ScoutTrail has 12achievementsto complete.TheseCub ScoutshavelearnedabouttheUS flag,how to keepstrong,and beinghelpful to his family. (Screwthered light(s) in andcall theWOLF candi-datesandtheirparentsforward.Presentthebadgesto theparentsto pin on theirsonsshirt.)

As Cub Scoutsgrow olderandstronger,theyareableto climb higherandcompleteachieve-mentsthat aremoredifficult just like it wouldbe moredifficult to climb theupperbranchesof a tree.This is thethird rankin Cub Scouting- therankof BEAR - on thetrail to thetop.(Screwin thegreenlight(s) andcall theBearcandidatesand theirparentsforward.Presentthebadgesasdonebefore.)

ThelastbadgeaCub Scoutcanearnwhile onthe trail to theArrow ofLight is theWEBELOS



badge.This is doneby completingvariousactivitiessuchas(discusssomeof theactivi-ties). (Screwin blue light(s) for thenumberofWEBELOS candidates.Call forwardtheseScoutsandtheirparentsandpresentbadgesaspreviouslydone.)

As you cansee,it hastakentheboysplus theirparentsandleadersto completethe lighting ofourtree.Keepon workingon thetrail to theArrow ofLight. Congratulationsto our Scoutswho haveadvancedin rank andto theirparentsandleaders.

Cubmaster’sMinuteCubmaster: (As he hold aflashlight,candleorastring of lights.) ‘This is theseasonof lights.It is a time whendaysareshorterandnightsarelonger. Becauseof thelongernights,wemusthavethelights on in ourhomeslongerandtheshoppingcentersarebrightwith Christmaslights. But themostbrilliant glow of all comesfrom thespirit of sharingandgoodwill thatyoulive andgive all yeararound. To remindusagainofthis spirit, let usall standandrepeattheCub ScoutPromise.”

.IANUARY. 1994

EXPLORING ALASKA

Exploring AlaskaPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awards for boysgluedto goldnuggets(gold nuggetsarebutterscotchcandiesorcandycoveredin gold foil)Arrangement: Cubmaster in front of audience

Cubmaster:This monththedenshavebeenexploringAlaska.Alaskais themostnorthernpartof theUnitedStates. ThenameAlaskacomesfrom theAleutnativewordmeaning“thegreatland.” Thenicknamefor Alaska istheLastFrontierandthemotto is North to theFuture. In 1741,aRussian,Vitus Bering ledanexpeditionwhich landedin Alaska. The

Russiansfound villagesof Eskimos,Aleuts andIndians. TheAlaskanterritory wasgoodto theRussians,this exportingof furs wasa profitableindustryuntil theseaotter wasalmostwipedout. JustasVitus Beringexploredanewfrontier, we havesomeboysheretonight whoarealsoin searchof theirnewfrontiers. (Callforward theboysto receivetheirBobcatBadgesandtheir parents. Presentthebadges.)

Laterin 1778JamesCookmappedthecoastbetweenSitkaand theBeringStrait. Alsoduringthe 18th and 19th Centuries,theotherseacaptainsfrom Spain,FranceandGreatBritain cameto explorethefrontierof Alaska.As theseexplorerskeptcoming to thefrontiereachwasin searchof thewondersAlaskahasto offer. We havesomeboyswhohavecontin-ued to explorethecub Scouttrail. (Call for-wardtheboysto receivetheirWolf Badgesandtheir parents.Presentthebadges.)

On March 30, 1867,the Alaskanterritorywassoldto theUnitedStatesfor sevenmillion, twohundredthousanddollars. Thiswaslessthantwo centsan acre. Now thatAlaskahadbe-comeaterritory of theU.S.,prospectorsstartedto exploreAlaskato seewhat additionaltrea-surestherewereto discover. In 1896,gold wasdiscoveredin Alaska. TheAlaskanGold rushwason. Tonight wehavesomeboyswho haveansweredthechallengesto explorethenewterritoriesalong theCub ScoutingTrain. (Callforwardtheboysto receivetheirBearBadgesandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

Theexplorationof Alaskahasn’tstoppedwiththediscoveryof gold. In 1959,Alaskabecamethe49th state. And in 1963Congressautho-rizedtheconstructionof apipelineto transportoil from therich North Slopeoil field on theArtic Ocean.Theplanscalledfor the 800 milelongpipelineto extendto thePacific coastportof Valdez. As theexplorationcontinuesinAlaska, so doestheexplorationof theCubScoutTrail. Wehavesomeboysherewho


Thru the Looking Glass CeremonieshavediscoveredanewplateaualongtheScoutingTrail. (Call forward theboystoreceivetheirWebelosBadgesand theirparents.Presentthebadges.)

As wehaveexploredAlaskatogetherwecanalsoasCub families find thetreasuresthatarethereto be discoveredalong theCub ScoutTrail.

ExD1orin~AlaskaPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awardsfor boysArrangement: Cubmaster in front of audience.

BEST describeseffort andactionaboveourusualperformance.You aretheonly personwho canpossiblyknow whetherornotyouhavedoneyour best. Every time you repeatthepromise, you agreeto do your best. Yourbestis just that, thevery bestyou can do. Thinkaboutthemeaningof thepromisethat yourepeat. Decidethat you will alwaysdo yourbest,no matterwhatthejob is thatis facingyou.

FEBRUARY. 1994

BLUE AND GOLD TRADITION

Cubmaster:Many yearsago,thepart oftheworld thatweknowasAlaskawasavastfrontier.Only theEskimoslived thereuntilsomebraveAmericansbeganto exploretheunknownandunpopulatedareasof the landthatbecamethe49th stateof theunion.

Theexplorersfound abeautifullandwith manyresourcessuchaslargeherdsof caribou,deerandbears,aswell asfish andotherwildlife.

As theyearswent by, moreandmore resourceswerediscovered.If you think of life like anexplorerwould, you candiscovercountlesswondersof anewfrontier.Cub Scoutsareexploringastheyadvancein rank and learnnewthings.

Tonight wehavesomeCub Scoutswhohavebeenexploringandwho havecompletedtherequirementsto advancein rank.

Call theCub Scoutsandtheirparentsforwardandpresentthebadgesto theparentswho willpin thebadgeson their sonsshirt.

CubmastersMinuteWhenyou give theCub Scoutpromise,thewords “Do Your Best” areoftenlost amongalltheothervery importantwords. Let’s stopfor aminuteandcarefullyconsiderthesewords.

ScoutingHistoryPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awardsfor theBoysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of theaudience

Cubmaster:RobertBaden-PowellwasaBritish armyofficer who wasstationedinIndia. He foundhis mendidn’t know basicfirst aid orelementarymeansof survivaloutdoors.He felt a needto teachhis menresourcefulness,adaptabilityandthequalitiesof leadershipdemandedby thefrontier. Hewrote a smallmilitary handbookcalled“Aid toScouting”. Boys in Englandstartedusing thebook to play thegameof Scoutingand in 1907,RobertBaden-Powelltook 20 boysand 2 mento BrownseaIsland off thecoastofEngland.This wasthebeginningof Scouting. LaterBaden-Powellwrote a book “ScoutingforBoys.” Thebook setin motion themovementthatwouldaffect theboyhoodof theentireworld. Baden-Powellbroughton the beginningof theBoy Scouting. TheBobcatbadgestartsthebeginningoftheCub Scouttrail. (Call theboyswhoare to receivetheirBobcatbadgeandtheir parentsforward. Presentthebadge.)

In 1909aChicagobusinessman,WilliamBoyce,waslost in a Londonfog. A boyappearedandhelpedBoyceto his destination.



When:Boycetried to tip theboy for his kind-ness,theboy refused. He saidhewasaScoutandcouldnot acceptmoneyfor agoodturn.Boyceaskedtheboy questionsaboutbeingaScoutandaskedto seeBaden-Powell.Afterhis visit to England,Boycereturnedto Americacapturedby his dreamandin 1910BoyceincorporatedtheBSA. William BoycebroughtBoy Scoutingto theUnitedStates.He took thenextstepin bringingScoutingto ourboys. Thenextstepon theCub ScoutTrail is theWolfbadge. (Call forwardtheboyswho aretoreceivetheirWolf badgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

Backin Englandtheyoungerboyswereeagertojoin theolderBoy Scouts. Baden-Powelldesigneda programbasedon RudyardKiplingsJungleBook. TheJungleBook helpedto bringtheScoutingprogramto theyoungerboyscreatingCub Scouts. It wasin 1930thatCubScoutingwasformally launchedin America.This wasthethird stepin spreadingtheScout-ing movementaroundtheworld. Thenextstepfor theCub ScoutTrail is therankofBear.(Call forwardtheboysto receivetheirBearbadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

TheAmericanstyleof theCub Scoutingprogramis homeandneighborhoodcentered.Theprogramsuggestsa widevarietyof inter-estingthingsfor a Cub Scout,his den,andhisfamily to do. TheprogramofCub Scoutingisto helppromotecitizenship,characterdevelop-mentanphysicalfitnesswhile all thetimebeing donein thespirit of fun. Tonight wehaveboyswhohavedoneall kindsof activitiesin theCub Scoutprogramandwhohavegrownfrom eachoftheirexperiences.(Call forwardtheboyswhoare to receivetheirWebelosBadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

After thedeathofBaden-Powella letterwasfoundthat he hadwritten to all Scouts.It said:“Try andleavethis world a little betterthanyou foundit.” Thesewordsare afitting epi-taphsettingagreatexamplefor all ofus tofollow.

Blue andGold TraditionsPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awards forboys,Blue candle,white candle,red candle,andyellow candleArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience.

Cubmaster:TheBlue andGold Banquetisthetime to celebratethebirthdayof Scouting.Tonight, aspartofourcelebration,someof ourCub Scoutswill be recognizedfor theiraccom-plishments.

(Light thebluecandle).Thebluecandlerepre-sentsthespirit of Cub Scouting.(Call CubScoutcandidatesandparentsforward).Youhavepromisedto do yourbestandto do yourduty. Thatis whatyou havedoneby complet-ing therequirementsto advancein rank. Youhaveearnedthe________badge. (Presentbadgesto parentsto pin on scoutsshirt.)

(Use thebluecandleto light theyellowcandle).Theyellow candleglowsrepresentingthewarm sunlight.TheseScoutshavelived upto theCub ScoutPromiseandcompletedtherequirementsto earnthe __________ badge.

Thered candlestandsfor goodcheer.TheseScoutsdo not do anythinghalf-heartily.Theywill be awardedthe __________ badgetonight.

Thelight of thewhite candleis theguidinglight on theCub ScoutTrail. Thelight radiateshappiness.Thefollowing Cub Scoutshavebeenguidedby the light andareon theirwaytothetop of theCub ScoutTrail.

Cubmaster’sMinuteEachgreatfestivalmustcometo an end.Pleasepost thecolors. Would everyonestandandjoin in sayingthe ScoutBenediction.


Thru the Looking Glass CeremoniesMARCH. 1994

WHEELS, WINGS AND RUDDERS

WingsPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awards - eachawardto beaccompaniedwith silverpilot wings(largeexaggeratedcutoutscoveredwith aluminumfoil and asafetypin on theback),Cubmasterwearingan extralargesilver pilot wingsso allcansee.Arrangement:Cubmasterin front ofthePack.

Cubmaster:This is yourcaptainspeaking.CubFlight (number)hasjusttakenoff for San.Francisco,Chicago,New York, Nashvilleandreturningto KansasCity. We will be cruisingat 35,000feet. Theweatheris clearand calmandweareexpectingamostpleasurableflight.Ourfirst stop tonightis at SanFrancisco’sInternationalairport. In SanFranciscothereare alot of sightsto seesuchasthePacificOcean,theGoldenGateBridgeandFishermen’sWail, but themostfamouspeoplewehavecometo seearetheboysto receivetheirBobcat badge. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentsandpresentthebadge.) From SanFranciscowe takeoff andproceedto Chicago’sO’Haraairport. Chicagoalsohasalot ofsightsto tour. Unfortunately,wewon’t be ableto seetheChicagoCubsor theChicagoBearsplay,but wecanseetheWolfs. Tonight we wouldlike to honorournewestWolf Cubs. (Callforwardtheboysand theirparentsandpresentthebadge.)

FromChicagoweheadfurthereastto NewYork’s LaGuardiaairport. In New York wecanseetheStatueof Liberty, theUnitedNa-tions Building orevenTime Square.For ourstopin NewYork wehaveonly time to seetheworld famousBears. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentsandpresentthebadge.)

Ourlaststopbeforereturningbackto Kansas

City is astop in Nashville,TN. Nashvilleboaststhehomeof theGrandOle Opry andithasmusicaltalenteverywhereyou turn in thecity. Tonightwehavestoppedto appreciatethe talentanddrive of ourown newWebelosScouts. (Call forward theboysandtheirparentsand presentthebadge.)

Now we are on ourreturn legof ourflight andwewill be touchingdownatKansasCityInternationalairportshortly. It mayhaveseemedthatwehavebeenall overtheseUnitedStatesto honorsomevery specialpeoplefortheiraccomplishments,but in factwedon’thaveto leaveourhomesto find boysthatworkhardand desireourpraise. So fastenyourseatbeltsandreturnyourtrays to theiruprightpositionandwewill preparefor our landing.

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TransportationPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Usingyour resources,obtainsmall cars,airplanes,andboatsdependingonthenumberof advancements.Putthebadgesina small box andattachthevehicleto thebox.Also, havelargermodelsto hold.Arrangement: Cubmaster in front oftheaudience.

Cubmaster:Transportationis a very majorpartof life throughouttheworld. Justthink ofthemanywayscarsareused.Planesandboatshavemanyusesfrom pleasureto business.Imaginein today’s life if thesevehicleswerenotavailable. All of thesevehiclescanbecomparedto thevariousstagesof CubScout-ing. Transportationis ameansof gettingfromoneplaceto another.CompletingachievementsadvancesaCubScoutfrom onerankto an-other.We havesomeCub Scoutstonight whohaveadvancedin rankandwould thefollowingCub Scoutsandtheirparentscomeforward.(Presentthebadgesby rank/vehicleto theboys.Theywill give thebadgeto theirparentswhowill pin thebadgeon theirScoutshirt.)



Cubmaster’sMinuteCub Scouts,it wasn’tlong agothatweheardsomepeoplesay: “The skyis the limit.” Thatmeantthatmancouldmakeanythingof him-self thathe wanted,atleaston earth. Well, thatlimit is now off. Thereis almostno limit towhatyou canaspireto do, eitheron earthor inspace. Ourastronautshaveshownus that.

Colonel “Buzz” Aldrin, thesecondmanto walkon themoon, wasamemberof Troop 12 inMontclair, NJ. Hesaidto agroupof Scouts:‘Set yourgoalshigh andsettlefor nothinglessthanaccomplishment.Don’t settlefor mediocrity.

How well you performasamanwill dependonhow well you acceptthenewchallengewhichsays,“Thesky is not the limit.” A Cub Scoutwho doeshis bestin everythinghe undertakesnowis preparinghimselffor thatnewchal-lenge. If you wantto aim for thestars,youmustrememberthat you’ re building yourlaunchingpadrightnow by yourwillingnessandinitiative in everytaskyou tackle--athome,in church,in schooland in Scouting.

APRIL J994

SHAPE UP

Body BuildingPersonnel:CubmasterEquipment: Body building ladder: an AframehavingBobcat,Wolf, BearandWebeloslistedform bottom to top with 2 nailsordowelsfor eachrank. A broomstickandroundstryofoamdiscsrepresentweights. This is abroomstick-dumbbell.Spraypaint thediscblackto be moreconvincing.Arrangement: The displayandCubmasterinfront of theaudience

Cubmaster:This monththethemetheboyshavebeenusing is shapeup. It is importantthateachofustry to remainphysicallyfit sothat wecanall leada fun andhealthylife.

Tonightin keepingup with shapingup weareto seehowCub Scoutinggoeshandin handwith shapingup. Whenapersonfirst startstogetin shapetheystartoutwith warm upexer-cises. This is aprocessto beginby limberingup themusclesand gettingreadyto beginharderexercises.Severalboysheretonighthavejust startedwarmingup to theCub Scoutprogram. (Call forwardtheboysto receivetheirBobcatbadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.Put thesmallesttwo weights(stryofoamdiscs)on thebroomstick andpositionit on theBobcatlevel of theladder.)

After wewarmup wearereadyto tacklethelight weights We beginwith simpleweightlifting exercises.Thenextstepfor theCubScoutis theachievementof Wolf. (Call for-wardtheboysto receivetheirWolf badgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.Putthenexttwo weights(stryofoamdiscs)on thebroomstick andpositionit on theWolf level oftheladder.)

Thenextstepin body building is for theweightlifter to increasehis weights. Whenexercisingwith theheavierloadthebodybuildertries togainadditionalstrength. In Cub Scoutingthenext rank takeson increaseddifficulty andincreasesfun addingto thestrengthof theboys. (Call forwardtheboysto receivetheirBearbadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge. Put thenexttwo weights(stryofoamdiscs)on thebroomstick andpositionit on theBearlevel of theladder.)

With eachnew weightthebody builderadds,he lifts aheavierloadbuthis resultwith eachnewweightis increasedstrengthandbetterphysicalfitness. Theboysin theCub Scoutpackthat haveincreasedtheir weightsto theheaviestloadsaretheWebelos TheWebeloshaveincreasedtheirabilities stepby stepthroughtheCub Scoutprogramjust asthebody builders. (Call forwardtheboystoreceivetheirWebelosbadgeandtheirparents.



Presentthebadge.Putthe last two weights(stryofoamdiscs)on thebroomstick andpositionit on theWebeloslevel ofthe ladder.)

Thebody builderstartswith simpleexercisesandincreaseshis exerciseprogramjustastheCub Scoutprogramstartssimpleandincreasesto helpbuild our boysinto fine youngmen.

PhysicallyFitPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment:Sportsarticles,pictures,etc..Postersdisplayinghealth,physicalfimess,andpropereating,awardsfor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster:Look at these(pictures,posters,articles,etc.).Thesepeoplehavemadeit bybeingphysicallyfit. Theywork out. Theygettheproperamountofrest. Theyeattheproperbalancedmeals. It is nothingtheyhavedoneovernight. It takesa long time to getin theshapethatthesepeoplearein.

Cub Scoutingis aprogramfor boysin thefirstgradethroughthefifth grade.It takestimetoadvancein rank.Thetime includesthecomple-tion of achievementsin therespectivebook. AsCub Scoutsadvancein rank, they learnaboutphysicalfitness,healthhabits,andproper-healthyeating.

Tonight wewill recognizesomeCub Scoutswhohaveadvancedin rank.Will thefollowingCub Scoutsandtheirparentscomeforward.

(The badgescanbe attachedto a circularpieceof paperof somesort ofmedallion.PresentthebadgesasOlympic winnersarepresentedtheirmedals.Olympic musiccouldbe usedforaddedeffect.)

Cubmaster’sMinuteCub Scouts,I hold in my handapocketknife.This is avaluabletool in therighthands,becauseit canbe usedfor manyworthwhilethings. It is a dependabletool aslong asthebladeis keptsharp,free from rustandtheworking partsarein goodcondition. But if it isneglectedandbecomesdull andrusty, it canbea dangeroustool.

Thesameprincipleappliesto us. We havebodies,which whenkept in goodcondition,will serveusewell. But if we fail to takecareof ourselves,wecanbecomerustyanddull likethat neglectedknife. Do yourbestto keepyourselfpersonallyfit.

MAY. 1994

BACK TO NATURE

ThePackPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Awardsfor theboysArrangement: The Cubmasterin front of theaudience.

Cubmaster:Haveyou everwonderedwhymostof theranksof Cub Scoutingarenamedafteranimals?Think abouttheanimalBobcat,Wolf andBearfor amoment. Whatimagescometo mind? Thebobcatis a little smallerthanmostof his cousinsin thewild catfamily.But his features,especiallyhis ever-alertears,makehim very distinctiveandhis movementsare sleekand swift. We haveseveralBobcatCubsheretonight who swiftly trackedthesevenstepsof whatit takesto bea Cub Scout.Would the following boysandtheir parentspleasecomeforward? (PresenttheboyswiththeirBobcatbadge.)

TheWolf is a very intelligentanimalandisknownfor his loyalty to thepack. He is quickto standup for whathe believesis right.Would thefollowing boysandtheir parentspleasecomeforwardto accepttheir rankofWolf? (PresenttheWolf badge.)



TheBearis oneof the largestanimalson ourcontinentandfor thatreasonis oftenfeared.His strengthis legendaryandhis sensesarekeen. But if you watchhim closelyyou willprobablyseethattheBearhasasenseofhumorandlikes to play. Healsoknowshow to planaheadaswe seein his preparationsfor winter.We havesomeCubsheretonight who haveproventheirstrengthandsharpenedtheirsensesandarenow to be awardedtherank ofBear. Would thefollowing boysandtheirparentspleasecomeforward? (PresenttheBearbadge.)

TheWebelosrankmaynotbenamedafter-ananimal,butit doesstandfor somethingspecial.Who cantellme whatWebelosmeans?We’llbe loyal Scouts. Partof beinga Scoutis beingafriend to animals- aprotectoroftheirhomesandtheirrightsto survive. Webelosareap-prenticeoutdoorsmen,forestersandnaturalistsandtheyarelearningwhatit meansto be aBoyScout. Would thefollowing boysandtheirparentspleasecomeforward? (PresenttheWebelosbadge.)

Boyswho haveattainedtherank ofArrow ofLight havemadeacommitmentto live theirlivesby theScoutOath. Thiscommitmentmakesthemtheking of theforest,theruleroftheroost,the leaderofthepack. (Call forwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirArrow ofLight andtheirparents.PresenttheBadge.)

Backto NaturePersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Naturepictures.Slidesofnature.Film strip of nature.Picturesof endangeredwildlife, badgesfor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster: Natureis abeautiful thing,somethingwehaveenjoyedfor many,manyyears.Whatwould life be like withoutnature?Without any of this (point to pictures,slides,and/orfilm strip). Cub-Scoutsaretaughthowimportantnatureis. How theycanpreservenature?

With theirknowledgeof nature,wehavesomeCub Scoutswhohavecompletedtherequire-mentsto advancein rank.Will thefollowingCub Scoutsandtheirparentscomeforward.

(Bugs area partof nature.Presenteachboywith a plasticbug or with apictureof wildlifeandtell themto “do theirbest” to continuepreservingnatureso it canbe enjoyedfor yearsto come.Give thebadgesto theparentstopresentto theirboys.)

(Havethepackform afriendshipcircle.) Didyou everpauseto think abouthowhelpful atreeis? It providesanestingplacefor birds,shadefrom thesunandprotectionfrom therain. It discardsit’s deadbranches,providingwood for fires andfor cookingfoods. It addsbeautyto thecountryside.Wemustadmit thatatreegives a lot ore thanit receives.Wecanlearna lessonfrom thetreeby doing ourbesttobe helpful to othersby putting othersfirst andourselvessecond. Rememberthe lessonwelearnedfrom thetree- TO GIVE MORE TOOTHERSTHAN WHAT WE RECEIVE.



JUNE.1994

STRONG FOR AMERICA

OurFlagPersonnel:CubmasterEquipment: AmericanFlag andawardsfortheboysArrangement: Theflag is on thesamelevel astheaudienceandtheCubmaster.It is to theleft oftheaudienceandcloseto theCubmasterduringtheawards.

Cubmaster:Ourcountry’sflag is madeup ofseveralthings,like theCub Scoutprogram.Ourflag containsthecolor white. White is aclean,newcolor. To representthe whitein ourpack,I’d like to welcomethefollowing newBobcatsto ourpack. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

Redis alsofoundin ourflag. Redis a lively,activecolor.RepresentingtheredarethenewWolvesofthepack. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparentswho areto receivethebadge.Presentbadge.)

Ourflag alsohasafield ofblue. Blue is anolderandwisercolor. Thesearethesamecharacteristicsthatareseenin theBearsin ourCubpack. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

Youhaveto havesomethingto fly theflagfrom too. A poleorstaffthatreachestowardthesky will provide astrongsupportfor ourcountry’scolors. Thefollowing boyshaveearnedawardsin theWebelosprogramandrepresenttheupwardreachandsupportof theCub Scoutprogram. (Call forwardtheboysand theirparents.Presentbadges.)

Of course,you can’tforget thestarsOfl ourflag. Starsarethosewho areimportantandsuccessful.Thefollowing youngmen,whohaveachievedtheArrow of Light areStarsin

every senseof theword. Tonighttheyare -receivingtheonly Cub Scoutawardthattheywill be ableto wearthroughouttheirScoutingcareer,andthatmakesthemtruly stars. (CallforwardArrow of Light recipientsandparents.Presentbadge.)

PatriotismPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: Red, white, and blue candle. Ifhavingan outdoorceremony,getan old flagand conductaflag burningceremony,smallflag for eachboy, awardsfor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster: (Discusswhatthered,white, andbluemeansThis canbe obtainedfrom avarietyof Scoutbooks. If a flag is to be burned,getaflag burningceremonyandenoughpeopletohelpmakethis an impressiveceremonyfor all.DiscusswhatAmericanshavedoneto makeusafree, democraticcountry.Thebloodshed,elections,votingrights,and soon.)

We havesomeCub Scoutsheretonight whohaveadvancedin rank.TheseScoutshavelearnedaboutbeingpathotic,aboutrespectingour flag, howto displaytheflag, andwhat theflag standsfor. This countryof ours- freeanddemocratic- is somethingeachandeveryoneof usarevery proudof. Thefollowing CubScoutshaveworkedhardto completetherequirementsto advancein rank.Will theparentsof theseCub Scoutscomeforward.Weareproudof thehardwork theseboyshavedoneandof whatyou, theparentshavedonewith your supportandencouragement.(Presentthebadgesto theparentsandpresentto theboys.)

Cubmaster’sMinuteAmericapromisesusfreedomto worship, tolearn,to assembleand to debateany issue. It isa landwherepeoplefrom othercountriescanfind a home,wherethereis work to do,wherewecanexpressouropinionsandwhereweare



freeto comeandgo asweplease.Our wonder-ful heritage,earnedfor usby ourforefathers,issometimestakenfor granted.Unlesswecher-ish this legacyanduseit wisely, it maybe lostto futuregenerations.Peopleworkingtogetherwith imagination,vitality andpersistencehaveproducedmarvelousinventionsandwondersoftechnologybeyondanythingourforefathersmight havedreamed.Working together,wecanpreserveandprotectourbeautifullandforfuturegenerations.

.JULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEERS

PioneersPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: AwardsforboysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster: The frontiersmanandpioneersofourcountrywereexplorers,fur trappersandsurveyors.Thesebravepioneersfacedsepara-tion, loneliness,hardwork anddifficult livingconditions. It wasthesefrontiersmenwhoblazedtrails, foughtIndians,built cabins,clearedfields, organizedstatehoodandpushedon into theAmericanfrontier. Onesuchexplorer,fur trapper,traderandguidein thenorthwestterritorywasJamesBridger. He-foundtheGreatSaltLakeand a passovertheRockyMountainsthatbecamepartoftheOregontrail. Hewasknownas thebestguidefrom Canadato Mexico. Tonightwehavenewexplorerswhoarebeginningtheirjourneysintoan unknownfrontier. (Call forwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirBobcatbadgeandtheirparents. Presentthebadge.)

AnotherfrontiersmanwasDanielBoone. Heexploredmuchof Kentuckyandledmanysettlersinto this newland. Severaltimeshewascapturedby Indiansbut escaped.Heexploredasfar southasFloridaandasfar westasYellowstone. Boonewastheone who laid

Out theWildernessRoadwhich runsfromVirginia to Kentucky. Tonightwehavesomeotherfrontiersmenwhoarelaying Out theirown pathsto adventure. (Call forwardtheboyswho are to receivetheirWolf badgeand theirparents.Presentthebadge.)

DavyCrocketwasan Indianscout,frontierleaderanda heroof theTexasWar for Inde-pendence.Hewasaskilled marksmanwith hislong barreledrifle called“Betsy”. Crocketwasknownfor thecoonskincaphe wore. Crockettried to helptheIndianswhenPresidentAn-drewJacksonwantedto movetheIndianstopoorlandsofMississippiandbreaktheIndiantreaties.Healsoworkedfor thefrontiersmenwho lost theirlandsby not filing theirclaimsproperly. Crocketaimedfor the idealshebelievedin and so do severalboyswehaveheretonight. Theseboyshaveaimedto reachagoalandtonight theywill receivetheir awards.(Call forwardtheboyswhoareto receivetheirBearbadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.)

Kit Carsonwasaprofessionalhunter,trapperandguideof thewesternfrontier. Carsonbecamean experton theIndianways. OncetheComancheIndiansaskedhim to leada warpartyagainsttheSioux. Carsonpersuadedthemto makepeaceinstead. Hespenthis life in thewestas a trapperandbuffalo hunterin theunexploredareasfrom theSanJoaquinValleyof California to theNorthernRockyMoun-tains. OverKit Carson’slifetime he wasableto exploreandtravel a largeportionofwhat isnow the WesternUnited States.Otherexplor-erswho havebeenfortunateto explorealargepartof theCub Scoutprogramaretheboyswho are to receivetheirWebelosbadges.(Callforward theboyswhoareto receivetheirWebelosbadgeandtheirparents.Presentthebadge.) -

All of ushavein usthespirit to exploreandgoafteranewadventure.Letusnot forget thenewadventuresthatCub ScoutingandBoyScoutinghaveto offerus.


Thru tile Looking Glass Ceremonies

BuckskinPioneersPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: ItemsthatScoutsmayusein theout-of-doors;pots,pans,Dutchoven,tripod potholder,woodenhomemadeutensils,etc..A tentcouldbe SetU~with a simulatedcampfire.Awardsfor theboys,copiesof OutdoorCodefor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster:Ourthemethis monthhasbeenBuckskinPioneers.Whatdoesthis meantoyou? Whatdoesthismeanto Cub Scouts?Oneway to look at themeaningofthis themeis howpioneerslived aswell assurvivedinnature.Theycook outdoorsusing variousutensils(showsomeitemsused).Theylived intents.Theycollectedtheirownfood usingvariousmeans.Therewereno grocerystoresordepartmentstoresto go to. Thesepeoplesurvivedby will anddetermination.PeoplelikeDanielBooneand DavyCrocket.

Partof theCub Scoutprocesshelpsa boy learnaboutoutdoorsurvivalwaysthatwill benefithim while in the outdoors. Cub Scoutslearnaboutwhereto puta tent. Theylearnaboutthevarioustools thatcanbe usedto cook outdoors.Theyaretaughtvariousknots that will helpthem. All thesearedonewhile working in thevariousCub Scoutbooks.Thesebenefitsareonly a smallpartof theCubScoutprogram.

Tonight wehavesomeCub Scoutswhohavecompletedtherequirementsto advancein rank.Will thefollowing Cub Scoutsandtheirpar-entscomeforward. (Give thebadgesto theparentsto give to theirCubScout. A copyoftheOUTDOORCODEcouldbe presentedtotheadvancingCub Scouts).

AUGUST. 1994

WATER FUN

Learningto Swim -Personnel: CubmasterEquipment: Safeswim card with awardsattachedArrangement: Cubmasterin front of theaudience

Cubmaster:This monthour themehasbeenwaterfun. This is an importanttopic for ustocoverso thatwecanimpressuponourboysandtheir familiesthe importanceofwatersafetywhile beingableto enjoythewatertoo..As beginningswimmers,wemustpick asafeareato begin ourlessons.Oneof thefirstthingswemustlearnto do is to putourfacesinthewaterandblow bubbles.Nextwe learntohold ourbreathwith our facesin thewater. Allof thesethings helpusto getusedto thewatersowewill feel comfortablein it. TonightwehavesomebeginningCub Scoutswho arejustgettingusedto theCub Scoutprogram. (Callforwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirBobcatbadges.Presentthebadges.)

Thenext thing welearnin swimmingis torelaxandlearnto float. This is helpful notonly in learningto swim butalsoin learningtoprotectourselvesfrom drowning. As we learnto float wealwayshavepropersupervisionsothatwearetaughttheright wayto accomplishour tasks. SeveralCub Scoutshaveadvancedto thepoint of beingableto float on theirownin theCub ScoutProgram. (Call forwardtheboyswho areto receivetheirWolf badges.Presentthebadges.) -

You cannotgetvery far in thewaterif theonlythingsyou know howto do areto floatandtoblow bubblesin thewater. It is importantthatwe learntheproperway to kick so wecanbepropelledthroughthewater. We learnto kickby holdingon to thesideof thepool. It is also



importantto havea life guardon duty to helpgive asafeplaceto practiceour kicks. Tonightwehaveseveralboyswho havemasteredthekick thatwill propelthemthroughtheCubScoutprogram. (Call forwardhe boyswho areto receivetheirBearbadge.Presentthebadge.)

With knowing how to kick therestill remainsthearmstrokesto learn. By standingin thewaterwecanbendat thewaist andpracticeourbreathingwith ourarmstrokes.With theaddedupperbody strengthprovidedby ourarmswewill be ableto speedthroughthewater. It is not an eastfeatto accomplishthearmstrokesin coordinationwith properbreath-ing, but it canbe done. Theeffort it takestocoordinatedifferentaccomplishmentsis evi-denttonight sinceweareableto awardtherankof Webelosto someboyswho haveworkedhardto achieveit. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

Now thatwehavelearnedto be relaxedin thewater,to float, to kick andto useourarmstrokeswehaveto putall of theseskills to-gether.Theresult aftersomepracticeis that weareableto swim. Wehaveworkedlong andhardto learneachthing it takes-tobe a goodswimmer. We havereachedthetop. Tonightwe havesomeWebelosScoutswho havereachedthetop, theyareto receivetheirArrowof Light Award. Theyhaveshownthat theycanlearnnew skills andcombinethemtoaccomplishevengreaterheights. (Call forwardtheboyswho are to receivetheArrow of Lightawardandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

Thelearninghasnot stoppedwith justlearningto swim, butit hasopenedup awholenewworld to theseboys. TheBoy Scoutingpro-gramwill be ableto improveon theseskillsandteachthemmanynew ones.

WaterFunPersonnel: Cubmaster,variousadultsincostumeEquipment: Variousitemsusedin thewater:mask,snorkel,fins, ski tube,and/orskis. Haveleaderswearingtheseitems. Cubmasterneedsafishing hatanda vestavailable. Enoughdowel rodswith string attachedto badgesinplasticsealedbags. Awardsfor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front ofaudience

Cubmaster:WaterFun is somethingthatisenjoyedby nearlyeveryone.We havesomespecialpeopleheretonight to showyou waysto havefun in thewater.(thefollowing arefunwaysto showtheitems) 1. Maskman- thepersonwho doesnot wantto getwateron hisface.Thepersonwho doesnotwantto be seen.2. Snorkeler- Thenextpersonthinkshe/sheisa shark.Theythink theyareapartof thegreatwhite sharkfamily and areamemberof theJAWS fan club. 3. Pinner- this persononlywalks on thebeachandleavesbig prints in thesandthinking that everyonewill thinkBig Foothasreappeared.4. Tuber- someonewho thinkstheycanswim butreallycan’t. Someonewhohasalwayswantedto drive on waterbuthasnotyetfiguredouthow to do it. 5. Skier- Thispersonis readyfor waterandsnow. Or doesthis personlike big shoesthatmakea lot ofnoise.

Thesearejustafew itemsthatcan be usedtohavefun in water.Anotherthing thatis verypopularin wateris fishing. (Put on afishing hatandjacketif available).In this fish tankI havecaughtsomebadgesfor Cub Scoutswho haveadvancedin rank. (Pull outbadgeandcall boyforwardwith his parents.)

CubmastersMinute -

(At campfire,outdoors)Thespirit of CubScoutingburnsbrightly here,just like thiscampfireandit alsoburnsbrightly in theheartsof Cub Scoutseverywhere.May it continuetoburnbrightly in yourheart. Whereveryou goandwhateveryou do, mayits light bring youto ournextpackactivity. -


Thru the Looking Glass CeremoniesSEPTEMBER. 1994

EXPLORING YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

workedhardto reachtherankof Bear. (Callforward the boysand theirparents.Presentthe

badges.)

Key to theCityPersonnel:CubmasterEquipment: Top hatandsashfor Cubmasterto look like a Mayor.Thebadgesandarrowpointsaremountedon cardboardcutoutsoflargekeysandattachedto along ribbon to beworn aroundtheneck.Arrangement: CubmasterdressedasMayorin front oftheaudience

Cubmaster:This monththethemethatthedenshavebeenworkingon is exploringyourneighborhood.In exploringourneighborhood,theboyshavebeenlearningaboutthedifferentbusinessesand organizationsthat makeup thecommunitythat theylive in. Tonightaspartofourawardsceremonyeachboyswill be giventhekey to our fair city. In movinginto a newcommunity,apersonis alwaysinterestedin thesafetyorganizationsit has,suchasthefire andpolice departments,and thehospitals.Theboysthathavejust movedinto Cub Scoutingwill receivetheirBobcatbadges. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

After a personhaslearnedaboutthesafetyorganizationsin acommunity,theyneedtoknow abouttheCity’s services.Theseservicesincludethepowerandlight, gasandthewatercompanies.Eachis an importantpartof thecommunitywe live in. Thereareboysheretonightthatareon theirwayof beingofserviceasCub Scoutsto theirown communities.Thesearetheboyswho areto receivetheirWolf badge.(Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents. Presentthebadges.)

Otherimportantbusinessesin thecommunityarethegrocerystoresandclothingstores.Thesebusinessesall fulfill aneedin thecom-munity. Thenextstepin Cub Scoutingis tohelpfulfill theneedsof someboyswhohave

In ourcommunitythereareorganizationsthatalso helpwith themoralidealsneededto helpthecommunitygrow. Theseorganizationsareour schools,churchesandsocialorganizations.TheCub Scoutingorganizationis a programtodevelophigh moralstandardsto helpourcommunitygrow. Tonight thereare boyswhohaveworkedhardto understandtheidealsofCub Scouting.Theseboysareheretonight toreceivetheirWebelosbadge.(Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)

Eachboy tonight that hasreceivedan awardhasreceivedakeyto this fair city. With thethingstheboyshavelearnedin Cub Scoutingfrom theirleadersandparents,hopefully,theywill be ableto improvetheneighborhoodsthatwe live in. This key is theirkey to knowledge,expansionandmoralgrowththat will benefitusall.

NeighborhoodExulorationPersonnel:CubmasterEquipment: Funnytouristclothing;plaid orprint shorts,plaid shirt, coloredsocks,tennisshoes,awild hatof somekind, camera,binocu-lars, andamap. Awardsfor boysArrangement: Cubmasterin front ofaudience

Cubmaster:Tonight wearegoing to tell youabouta specialneighborhoodthat someof ourCub Scoutshaveexplored.We traveledto CubScoutVillage (showaplaceon themap)andIwantto tell you how someof ourScoutsadvancedin rank.

Ourfirst stopwason BOBCAT Row. (Showon map). (Usebinoculars)Therewere7 differ-entareasatBOBCAT Row includingtheLawof thePack(palace),theMotto (motel), thePromise(park),Handshake(hill). We havesomeCub Scoutsheretonight who completed



thejourneythroughBOBCAT Row. Would thefollowing Cub Scoutsandtheirparentscomeforward.Presentbadgeson acopyof amaptotheparentsto presentto theirCub Scout.

Ournext stopwasatWOLF Terrace.(Showonmap).Therewere 12 differentthingsto do herethat includedphysicalfitness,working withwood,propereatingjust to nameafew. It tooksometimeto get throughthis place. It wasachallengeand we do havesomeCub Scoutswho completedall 12 areasandhaveearnedtherankofWOLF Cub Scout.(Call Scoutsandparentsforward - presentbadgeon amapor adrawingof binocularsto parents).

After a shortrestweventuredto BEAR Blvd.This arealooked like WOLF Terracebutalittlemoredetailedandmorechallenging.We madeit though.We exploredcitizenship,cooking,nature,andphysicalfitness.It took sometimeto completebut someof ourCub Scoutsworkedrealhard andcompletedBearBlvd.andhaveadvancedin rank. (Call Scoutsandparentsforward - presentbadgesasbefore).

Thelaststopon ourexpeditionwasatWEBELOS Way. There weren’t any thingsherelike theareaswepreviouslyexplored.Therewereactivities to do. Citizen,Artist,Aquanaut,Showman,Handyman,Readyman,Outdoorsman,and Travelerto nameafew.-After completingWEBELOS Way,wehavesomeScoutswho havebeenpreparingfor BoyScouting.Thefollowing ScoutshaveearnedtheWEBELOSBadge(Call Scouts andtheirparentsforward.Pesentbadgesasbefore.)

This completesourneighborhoodexploration.LetscongratulatetheScoutswhohavead-vancedand theirparentsfor theirsupport.

Cubmaster’sMinuteIn thesetimesofgasshortagesand economicproblems,ourneighborhoodhasbecomemoreimportantto usthaneverbefore. We’ve allheardstoriesfrom ourgrandparentsaboutthegoodor dayswhenpeoplesatintheiryardsandvisited andgot to knoweachotherbetter.Therearesomeofusheretonight whoreallydontknow eachothereventhoughoursonssharea commonexperience.Letstakeaboutfive minutesright now to introduceourselvesto eachother.

OCTOBER. 1994

ACHIEVEMENT PARADE

TrinodPersonnel: CubmasterEquipment: 3 poles,a pieceof rope,theawardsfor theboysArrangement:Cubmasterin front of theaudience

Cubmaster:Tonight wehaveseveralboyswhoarereadyto receivetheirBobcatbadge.(Call forwardtheboys andtheirparents.Presentthebadges.Ask boysto holdoneofthepoles.) This polerepresentstheBobcatswho arejust startingon theCub ScoutTrail.TheBobcatsareoneof theelementsthatmakethe Cub Scoutingprogramsuccessful.Thispole like theBobcatwill not standalone. (Asktheboysto standthepoleon endandlet it go.It shouldbe allowedto fall to thefloor.

Anotherpartof theCub Scoutprogramaretheboyswhohaveadvancedto therankof Wolf.(Call forwardtheboysand theirparents.Presentthebadges.)Thewolvesare alsoanimportantpartof theCub Scoutprogram. Theboyshavereachedfor this rank by completing12 achievements.(Havetheboyshold two ofthepoles.) Thesetwo polesrepresenttheBobcatsandtheWolvesoftheCub Scoutprogram. (Ask theboysto try to standthesepolesup by themselves.Theyshouldbeallowedto fall to thefloor.)



Even with thesetwo elementstheBobcatsandWolvesare notstrongenoughto hold the Cub

Scoutprogramtogether.Tonight we alsohaveseveralboyswho haveearnedthe rankofBear.(Call forwardtheboysandtheirparents.Presentthebadges.)Now wehavethreeelementsof theCub Scoutprogram- Bobcat,WolvesandBears. (Ask theBearCubsto holdthethreepoles. Havethemtry to standthemup togetherbutalsolet themfall to thefloor.)

Evenwith thesethreeelementstheCub Scoutprogramis not yet ableto standalone. Therankof Webelosis to be awardedtonight toseveralboyswhohaveworkedhardto ad-vance. (Call forwardtheboysandtheirpar-ents. Presentthebadges.Ask theWebelostohold thethreepoles. Taketheropeand work itaroundthepolesusing thetripod lashing.Whentherope is securethepolesshouldbeableto standalone.) Now wehavepolesthatrepresenttheBobcat,Wolf, Bearranksandtheropethat representstheWebelosrank. Eachoftheseelementsareimportantin theCub Scout-ing programbut individually theywill notbeableto standalone. Whentheyareall workingtogetherthentheywill-standfastasateam..(thetripod shouldthenstandalone.)

AchievementParadePersonnel: CubmasterEquipment:Picturesof eachrankin a paradestylevehicle(small youth car, HOT WHEEL,tricycle, tractorandan objectto pull (cage,flatbed,etc.)If picturesarenot availablesubstitutestuffedanimalswith aWebelosemblemfor theWebelosbadge.Parademusicormarchingmusic.Cubmasterdresseslike a drum majororlike an announcer.Havesomeonepull thevehicleto thefront like aparade.You couldput variousthingsbetweeneachrank (vehicle)to makemorefun, Awards fortheboysArrangement:Cubmasterin front of audience

Cubmaster:Everyonelovesaparade(playmusiclow enoughfor the audienceto hear the

musicandyou).Tonight we havea specialparadefor you. We havesomeCub Scoutswhohaveadvancedin rank andwill be featuredinourparade.(PutTIGERpictureor animalonfirst vehicle).First, wehaveour TIGER float.Will thefollowing TIGERCubsandtheirparentscomeforward.TheseTIGERSandtheirpartnerhaveworkedon theBig IdeasandhavesuccessfullycompletedtheTIGER CUBProgramandarenowreadyto starton theCubScoutTrail. (Presentappropriateawardtoparentsto giveto theirScout - asmall tigerwould be goodfor this advancement)

(PutBOBCATpictureor animalin thesecondvehicle)Look here!I seea BOBCAT float.Will thefollowing Cub Scoutsandtheirpar-entscomeforward.TheseCub Scoutshavecompletedthe7 stepsin theBOBCAT Trailandwill receivethefirst rank in Cub Scouting.(Presentbadges- attachedto an animal ifavailableor attachedto somekind of award.)

HerecomestheWOLF group.Twelvedifferentachievementshavebeencompletedby thefollowing Scouts(name~.Would theparentsoftheseScoutscomeforward.TheseScoutshavediscussedcitizenshipandtheyhavegrownphysicallyandmentally.This completesthesecondrank in Cub Scoutingandputs themanotherstepcloserastheyclimb theCub Scoutladder.

TheBEAR bunchis coming.This groupalsohad 12 achievementsto completethat werealittle harderandmorechallenging.TheseScoutsarepreparingto be WEBELOSandhavecompletedthethird rankin Cub Scouting.Will thefollowing Cub Scoutsandtheirpar-entscomeforward. (Presentbadgesattachedtoasmall bearto theparents.)

It looks like ourparadeis aboutto end.I canheartheWEBELOScoming. Thereweren’t



achievementson theirroute.Theyhad activi-ties to completethat will preparethemfor BoyScoutingandwill put themcloserto earningtheArrow of Light. Will thefollowing CubScoutsandtheirparentscomeforward.(Presentthebadgeto theparentsto presenttotheir Scout.Thescarfcouldalso bepresentedasapartofthis ceremony.)

(Itemsto giveout couldbe abox of ANIMALCRACKERSor GUMMY BEARS)

Cubmaster’sMinuteEveryCub Scoutshouldaccomplishsomethingworthwhileeveryday-eachdaysaccomplish-mentsshouldbea little betterthanthe last.Standby awindow with yourroom dark andlook out into thenight. Ask yourselfthesimplequestion: “Have I donemy besttoday?’Theneachday,vow to do betterthanthedaybefore. If all of usdid that, thenkeptourpromises,wedhavethebestCub Scoutpackinthecity. Now asweclosetonight, I want toaskyou this question.Answerit silently toyourself. Haveyou doneyourbesttoday?

NOVEMBER. 1994

HARBORS,STATIONS,

All AboardPersonnel:Cubmaster,denleadersofeachdenEquipment: Train ticketsto boysearningawards,cardboardcutoutsrepresentingvariouscarsof a train (onefor eachden),sign forCubmastersaying“Conductor”.Arrangement: Each boy is to be issuedaticketjustbeforethepackmeetingbegins.Eachdenleaderhasacardboardtraincarnextto their den.

(TheCubmaster,CONDUCTOR, proceedstoeachcarof the-train aroundtheroom.Hestopsat eachden wherehe exchangestheappropriate

awardfor theticket. TheCub Scoutreceivingtheawardboardsthetrain,gettingin linebehindtheappropriatecar ofhis den.)Conductor: ALL ABOARD CUB RAIL-ROAD Passenger(name) Car (nameof awardreceived)Pointof Departure(den#) Destina-tion (nextrank) Fare(12achievementsor 10electives.)

Harbors.Stations.AirtjortsPersonnel: Cubmaster

- Equipment:Airhorn, boat,woodairplane(tofly), model trainor apicture ofa train.ShipCaptain’shat, trainconductorshat,pilot’s hatand/orpilot’s glasses.Awardsfor theboysArrangement: Cubmaster in front of audience

Cubmaster:This monthourCub Scoutstraveledaroundin avariety ofvehicles.

(Soundshipshornandput on Captain’shat)TheBOBCATS took a boattrip to a far awayplace.While on theboattheyworkedon the7stepsto completethis rank. (Call BOBCATSandparentsforward.Presentthebadgeto theparentsand a small boatto theCub)

(Throw theairplane.Put on pilotsgearandweird glasses.)I pilotedtheplanefor theWolfCub Scoutsto an exoticplacewheretheycompletedtherequirementsto earntheWOLFbadge.(Call Scoutsandparentsforwardandpresentbadgeasbefore.Give theScoutsanairplane- small inexpensiveonesthat theyassembleandfly.)

(Make somesort of atrainnoiseandput onconductor’shat.)Thefollowing Cub Scoutstooka ride on atrain to someunexploredarea.Will (names)andtheirparentscomeforward.TheseScoutscompleted12 achievementsthatdemandedmoretime andeffort. TheseScoutshavecompletedthethird rank in Cub Scouting.(Presentbadgeto parents.Give Scoutsatrainitemsuchasapicture,trackpiece,or somethinglike that.) -

AIRPORTS



(Soundshipshorn,tossairplane,maketrainnoisewhile exchanginghats.) The WebelosScoutstooka boatto theairportandthentookthetrain to a destinationunknown. Theycompletedtheactivity requirementsto earntheWEBELOSbadgeandwill now startworkingon theArrow of Light. Thefollowing Scoutsarepreparingthemselvesfor thewonderfulworld of Boy Scouting.(Call Scoutsandparentsforward.Presentbadgesto parents.PresentScoutswith apieceofropeandtellthemthattheyare on thefinal stageof CubScoutingandto con~tinueworking to attain thehighesthonoraCub Scoutcanearn- theArrow of Light.

ILLUSTRATIONS OF CEREMONIALPROPS

Artificially ffluininatedCouncil FireMaterials: Birch logs

Wooddowels -8” dia. cardboardcarton3/4” x 7 3/4” dia. wood discA surfaceelectricaloutlet10’ lengthof lampcordandplug2 1/2’ x 3’ finishing nails2” x 16” singlepiecesAluminum foilLight bulb

Log lengthsanddiametersarenotcritical, butthepile shouldtaperin thicknessandlength.Build the fire sologs canbe dismantledforstorage. Thebottomfour layersaredoweledtogether(A). Thetop threelayersarenailedtogetherwith finishing nails(B). Theshinglesusedfor thetindereffectarenot fastenedinplacepermanently,butareplacedteepeefashionaroundthecontainer(C).

1. Assembleandwire the lamp base. Insertitin thecardboardcartonwhich hasbeencoveredwith aluminumfoil.

2. Build the log pile, dowelingthejoints. Tolocatedowncenters,drive a smallbradin

the lower log, thenpresstheupperlog overthebrad to markthecenter;thenboreholes.

3. Usea60-100wattredor orangebulb forillumination. A white bulb canbe paintedredor orange.Thelight will filter throughtheslots in theshingles.



AdvancementBoardOnwoodenstandattachplacecardsfor eachrankto beadvanced.Therankcanbe put oneachsign afterthesign is paintedper thecolorofthe rank.

At oneceremony,graduateboysto Scouts,usetheirWebelosneckerchiefsto advanceBearstoWebelos,usetheBearneckerchiefsto advancetheWolves to work on Bear, use theWolfneckerchiefsto advanceTigerCubsinto CubScouting.

This advancementpropis madeof boxesall thesamelength anddepth.Theheightof eachboxincreasesastheboy advancesin rank. TheTigerCub box canbe7” in height- with anincreaseof 1 1/2’ in height in eachsucceedingbox. TheBoy Scoutbox will be 13” tall. Theboxesshouldbe paintedor coveredwithsomethingfor effect. “Each rankof CubScoutingbuildsaboy’s character.A founda-tion is formedin TigerCubsandasaboyadvancesin rank, he builds on this foundationandexpandshis knowledgeandcharacter.”Eachboy canhold abox andafterastatementregardingtherank,theboy will put his box ontop of the others.

BOY SCOUTS

WEBELOS

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WOLF

TIGER CUBS


Thru the Looking Glass CeremoniesCeremonyTotemMaterials: 8 - 1/2 gal. or 1 gal milk cartons (or

cardboardboxes)5 small flashlights3 candles.

Cut out theranksin thecartonsand gluecartonstogetheras shown. Cut out thebacksof cartonssotheymaybe openedto insertlights. Painttotemflat blacksoit will remainalmostinvisible.

CeremonyBoardMaterials: 1 - 18” squareboard

1 - 1” x 4” x 6” basemountedon a1’ x 6” x 10’ support.4 candles,1 each- white,green,

blueandyellow.

Supportis hingedto thecenter.of theback.

Boardis about 18~squareOne caMe repre~fltseach 01 4 ranks

Base is a 1” x 4 6’ mountedon a1~x 6’ x 10’,The supportis hingedto the corner ofthe back.

Green candle

Blue

candle

PackCeremonyTriDodTripod is madeof stickslashedtogetherwith acandlemountedin thecenter. Smallcandleholdersareslicescutfrom alog with holesdrilled for candles.

Blue candle

Yellow candle


Ceremonies

Arrow of LithtMaterials: 1” x 16” x 18’ pieceofwoodfor base

1” x 6’ pieceof woodfor Arrow of LightStandsfrom 1” x 3” pieceof wood3” long3 - 2” squares1’ thick of woodfor candle.

Drill holesin bottomofboardforcandles.


Arrow of Light CeremonyBoardMaterial: 3/4” plywoodorcardboardbox

Gold andbluepaint7 Chsistmastreelights.

GoldPaint

BluePaint

7 Christmas Tree Lights

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DEN & PACK ACTIVITIES

Introductionto Packand Den ActivitiesChecklistfor SuperiorIndoor ActivitiesPackActivitje.s 2

PinewoodDerby 2SpaceDerby 4Mini RocketRacers 6RaingutterRegatta 6BoatAlternatives 8Cub Indian.apolis500 9TheGreatTurtle Race 9PaperAirplane Derby 10

indoorDen Activities:Knots 12Knot Games 14Knot Crafts 14Knife SafetyCooking 18Recipes 18


PACK AND DEN ACTIVITIES

Indoorpackandden activitiesarethesparkthatmakesaprogramspecial. Both parentsandboyswill want to be involved whentheactivitiesarefun andexciting.Thebetteryouractivities,themoreenthusiasmyou generateandthatmakesit easyto havetheboysandadultsnecessaryfor a greatprogram.

Thesinglemostimportantsteptowardout-standingactivitiesis planning. Packanddenactivitiesareusuallyplannedattheannualplanningmeetingwhich is usuallyheld inAugustor September.Theactivitiescalendarfor theyearshouldbe Set atthis time. Manyactivities areplannedin conjunctionwithregularlyscheduledmeetingtimesbut don’tforget to schedulecommitteemeetingsfordetailedplanningandpreparation.

Wiseuseof themonthly themecanadd sparkleto any activity. While someactivities lendthemselvesto certainthemes,a little thoughtwill usuallyleadto amethodfor relatinganythemeto any activity. It doesn’thaveto be agoodconnection,just afun one.

This bookgivesyou someideasfor activities.Thereareothers, for example:theCub ScoutHow To Book,pastpow wow books,Boy’sLife andthechildren’ssectionof any publiclibrary.

Neverunderestimatethebreadthofresourceinthemindsof thepeoplein yourpack. If you’llsit downandbrainstormfor activitiesideas,you’ll be amazedat howmanyyou’ll comeupwith. You’ll also find it’s easierto getvolun-teersto supportan activity if it’s onetheysuggested.

Den & Pack Activities

CHECKLIST FOR SUPERIOR INDOORACTIVITIES -

• Plan well in advance.• Make sureof yourfacility. Do you need

reservations?Is thereenoughspace?Aretheresetup, teardown, orcleanup issues?

• Have amaterialsandequipmentchecklistanduseit.

• Who’s in chargeof what anddo theyre-member?

• Are theretransportation/parkingissues?• Permissionslips/tourpermits?(Seeoutdoor

activitiesfor details.)• Considersafetyissues.(Seebelow.)• Don’t forgetto havefun!

Safetyfor groupactivitiesis a matterof plan-ning, preparationandcontrol. Whenyou planyour activities,think aboutwhatmight presentasafetyrisk. . . wateron a waxedfloor, flamesor hotobjects,sharpobjects,etc. Onceyou’vethoughtof a risk, thinkof how you canmini-mize it.

Make all of theboysandadultsawareof thesafetyrulesBEFORE YOU START! Then,maintaincontrolof theactivity. If theboysareoutof control,theactivity is alwaysunsafe.

Be preparedforemergencies.Haveacopyofeachboy’smedicalrecordfrom thebackof hisregistrationform, makesurethehomeandemergencynumbersareup to dateandknowwherethenearestmedicalfacility is located.Beingpreparedwon’t preventemergenciesbutit will makethemlesssevereandless stressful.


Den & PackActivities Thru the Looking Glass

INDOOR PACK ACTIVITIES

Hereis apartial list ofindooractivitiesto getyou started:

PinewoodDerby SpaceDerbyRaingutterRegatta Cub IndianapolisAirplaneDerby TurtleRace

DOUBLE ELIMINATIONTOURNAMENTS

A numberof packactivitiesare“Derbies”:suchasPinewood,Space,RaingutterRegatta,etc.,whereheadto headcompetitionstakeplace.Doubleeliminationis a goodformatforthis typeof activity. If it’s runcorrectly,eachboy getsat leasttwo chancesto win againsttwo differentfoes.

Hereis asetof bracketsto run a doubleelimi-nationtournament. If you’ll spenda little timestudyinghow they’resetup, it shouldbe easyto addor reducebracketsfor different sizedgroups.

Note: Seedoubleeliminationchartin thebackofthis section.

Don’t forget themotto of theCub Scoutsis“Do Your Best”.Everyboy shouldfeel like awinner.That’swhy it’s bestto run tournamentsby denand thenhavedenrun offs. It’s easierto accepta denlossthanapersonalone.

PINEWOOD DERBY

Thepinewoodderby is oneof themostpopularandsuccessfulspecialeventsin Cub Scouting.Like all successfulactivities,it requiresplan-ning andpreparation,but its valuein fun andinstrengtheningfamily relationshipshasbeenprovenovertheyears.

Pinewoodderbycarsaresimplysmall modelcarsof.specifieddimensions,created,carved

and assembledby theboys,undertheguidanceof their parentsor otherfamily members.Thecarsaregravitypoweredandrundownaregulationtrack. Theracecanbe run indoorsor outdoors.

Thepinewoodderbycommitteesetssimple,uncomplicatedrulesandfamiliarizeseachpackfamily with theserulesbeforethecarsare built.Thecommitteeshouldfollow theguidelinesforplanningspecialpackactivitiesso thatnothingimportantis overlooked.

Thepackderbyis run in heats,with carsstartingfrom astandstillandrunningunaideddowntherampto thefinish line. Woodenstripsplaceddownthecenterofeachlaneguidethecars.

A specialPinewoodDerbyKit for makingracersis availablefrom theKansasCity ScoutShopor your local Scoutdistributor. Somepacksmaketheirown trackandsomepacksshare. Onceatrackis madeit will lastyearafteryearwith very little maintenance.Referto thebackofthis sectionfor suggestedtwo-laneramp.

Note:Seecopy of trackin backof section.

SAMPLE PINEWOOD DERBY RULES

1. All carsmustpassinspectionto qualifyfor therace. The inspectionpointsare asfollows.a. Thecarmusthavebeenmadeduring the

currentyear(theyearin which thederbyis held.

b. Thewidth of thecarshallnotexceed2 3/4 inches.

c. Thelengthof thecar shallnotexceed7 3/8 inches.

d. Theweightofthecarshall notexceed5ounces.

e. Axles,wheelsandbody woodshallbeasprovidedin thekit.



f. Wheelbearings,washersandbushingsareprohibited.

g. The carshallnotride on anykind or typeof springs.

h. Any detailsadded mustbe withinlength,width andweight limits.

i. Thecarmustbe freewheeling,with nostartingdevices.

j. No loosematerialsof any kind (suchasleadshot) areallowedin thecar.

k. Theofficial numbermustbe clearly -markedor visible on both sidesofthecar.

2. Eachheatwill be announced.Driverswill reportto thestartingline andplacetheircarson thetrack. All otherpeoplemustremainbehindthebarrier.

3. Thestarterwill makesurethecarsare onthetrackproperlyand thenwill starttherace.

4. The starterandfrivers will thenreportto thefinish line to recordresults.

5. Thecarwhosenoseis over thefinish linefirst is thewinner. Placespotterswill selectthefirst, second,third and forth-placewinners.

6. If acar leavesthetrack, runsoutof its lane,interfereswith anothercar, losesan axle,etc.,theheatwill be rerun. If thesamecargetsinto troubleon thesecondrun, thecontestantis disqualifiedandautomaticallylosesthat race. If, on the secondrunanothercar is interferedwith, theheatwill be runathird time but withoutthe disqualifiedcar.

7. Whentheresultsof eachheatarerecorded,thedriverswill taketheircarsandreturntotheirseats.

8. Awardswill announcedshortly aftertheheatfor which theawardsareto be given. Thedriversand their partnerswill reportto thestagefor theawardsas theirnamesarecalled.

9. There area total of heatsand—

awardsto be given. Denwinnerswill bedeterminedfirst, andthenpackchampionshipheats.Theremainingdriverswillparticipatein consolationheats.

May thebestcarwin!


Suggestions:Modify theserulesto fit yourneedsandfurnisha copy to everyracepartici-pantatthe sametimehe is issuedhis pinewoodderbykit.

Note: Seetwo-lane ramp at back of section.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Weighingand inspectionteam:• Weighcars,usingapostalscale.• Make ajig or cardboardorwoodto check

overall dimensions.• Mark numberon bottomof cars. Usea

separateseriesof numbersateachtable.

Registrationteam:• Entercarnumbersandnamesofentrieson

preliminaryheatsheet.• Enternamesofheatwinnerson semifinal

sheets.• Getwinningcarandtaketo semifinaltable.

Track operations team:• Starters-two.menwith greenflags.• Judges-twomenwith checkeredflags.• Gatekeepers-twomento line up boys.

Jack-of-all-trades team:• Setup signsandtablesfor awards.• Make a largesign to hangaboveawards

platform.• Provideawardsasdecideduponby the pack

committee.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR DERBY

1. EachCub Scoutentersatan inspection-weighingtableto havehis carcheckedandnumbered.

2. Hegoesto theregistrationtable wherehisnameandcarareenteredon theheatschedule.

3. Contestantsreportto gatekeeperwho linesthemup in order.

4. As his nameis calledby announcer,eachCub Scoutentersthroughthegate.



5. Heplaceshis caron track,goesto thefrontofthesemifinal tableandkneelsto watchfinish.

6. After theofficial hashandedhis car to thesemifinalregistrar,eachheatwinnertakeshis c~rto theawardsplatform. After receiv-ing his ribbon, he goesto thewinners’ areato awaitnextheat.

7. Losersof eachheattaketheircar to theheadof the trackto placethemfor thesecondrunningwhich will determinethe secondplacecarfor thatheat. In all following heatsmakesurefirst- and second-placewinnerscompete.

8. After first- andsecond-placewinnershavebeenselectedin eachpreliminaryheat,runasmanyquarter-finalandsemifinalheatsasare neededto determinecontestantsfor thefinal heat. Thenumberof carsin thefinalheatwill be equalto or smallerthanthenumberoftracksin yourramp.

9. Conductonefinal heatto determinethechampion. Runremainingcarsto deciderunner-up. Theothercarswill be automati-cally eliminated. Make suretheyareap-plaudedfor theirefforts.

1O.Recognizewinners,awardprizes,takepicturesandgive thestoryto yourneighbor-hoodnewspaper.

SPACEDERBY -

This is similar to thepinewoodderbywith arocketkit propelledby threerubberbandsalongaheavyfishing line.,Therocketsarecarvedby theboy, with guidanceby an adult.Rulesaresetby thepackandshouldbe uncom-plicated.

Spacederbykits areavailablefor theKansasCity ScoutShopor yourlocal Scoutingdis-tributor, alongwith spacederbyribbons,medalsandtrophies.

Includedin thekit areplansfor carvingandassemblingtheshopand alsoconstructingandsettingup therocketlauncher. Thecarrierandflight line arenot includedin thekits.


Formoreinformation on apackspacederby,seethe instructionsandinformationon thelaunchingrackdescribedin theCub ScoutLeaderHow-To book.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Rocketsareflown on guidelinesof 50-poundtestmonofilamentfishing line., Thesuggestedlength is 40 feet,suspendedbetweentwo postsastight and aslevelaspossible. Thelinescanbe lengthenedatyour discretion.No rocketcarriersareincludedin thekit. If you wishtotestyourrocketprior to thespacederbyevent,you maywishto purchaseyourown rocketcarrierfrom yourScoutingdistributor.

SPACE DERBY COMMITTEES

Registration Committee:• Recruit families to enterspaceshipnumbers

andboysnameson apreliminaryheatsheet• List winningshipsto semifinal table.

Flight Operation Team:• Recruitfamily membersto actasstarters

(twopeoplewith greenflags)• Judges(two peoplewith checkeredflags)• Gatekeepers(two peopleto line up the

boys).

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES

To constructyourspacederbyrocket,you willneedpliers to bendwire, plasticmodelcementfor thefins andhangerfitting orrocketcarrier,balsaor woodcement,brushes,coarseandfinesandpaperand ahandicraftknife. A potatopeeleralsocanbe usedto shapetherocket.

Therubberbandmotoris importantfor achiev-ing top performance.Therubberbandshouldbe lubricatedwith arubber lubricant. In thetestflight, first try two rubberbandsto deter-mine if theywill provideenoughpowerfor theweightof yourrocket. If not, addanother



rubberband. An extrarubberbandis includedin thekit. Do not overwind yourmotoronyourfirst flight. Wind therubberbands50turns, thenrelease;wind 100turns, thenre-lease,etc.,until you are satisfiedwith theperformance.

Note: Maximum wind shouldbe approxi-mately 150 turns. Themoreturns in therubberbandmotor,thefasterandfurther therocketwill fly, but remember,therubberhasjustsomuchelasticity beforeit will break. Therefore,thosefew extraturnscanproduceeitherawinneror a brokenrubberband.Be prepared!

Soacederby Dlan assemblyinstructions

Propeller j~PropellerBuShingI Bushing I,. .Nose buttonNose button

plastic tube

Plastic tube over the hook_______ Place theto protect therubber motor.Bend the wire overthe propeller hub.

The finished distanceshould be no greaterthen 1Y~’.


SPACEDERBY PROCEDURES

1. EveryCub Scoutentersat an inspectiontableto havehis entrycheckedand num-bered. -

2. Hegoesto theregistrationtablewherehisnameandship’snumberareenteredon aheatcard.

3. Contestantsreportto thegatekeeperswholine themup in theorderin which theywillcompete. At thispoint, eachboy startstowind therubberbandmotorof his ship.

4. As his nameis called,theCub Scoutentersthroughthegate.

5. Heplaceshis rocketon theguidelineas-signedto him.

6. On thesignal, eachboy releaseshis ship.Theactivity is moresuccessful,however,ifthederbycommitteehasbuilt astartinggatefor their rocketlauncher.Ribbonsfor eachheatare awardedasdecideduponby thepackcommittee.Thewinner thengoesto thespecialareato awaitthenextheat.

7. Run asmanyquarter-finaland semi-finalheatsas areneededto determinethecontestantsfor thefinal.

In eachcaseasshipsareeliminatedmakesurethecontestantsareapplaudedfor theireffortsevenbeforethewinneris recognized.

AssembledRocketin Flight

Top finSpace Derby Rocket Parts

HangerNotch for hanger

Right fin

Top body half(Body parts areshown carved.)

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Cut Out areato cleardowel ends

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POSSIBLEEVENTS FOR SPACEDERBY


RAINGUTTER REGATTA

Speed-Firstrocketto reachthefinish line.Endurance-Lastrocket to reach the finish line.Relay-four guidelines arerequired;boysformteamsof twos. Thefirst boy releaseshis rocketandassoonas it reachestheotherendoftheline, his teammateremovesit, rewindsit, putsit backon theguidelineandreleasesit. Thefirst rocketto returnwins.Altitude-Stringaguidelineabout12 inchesfrom thegroundat thestartingline and5 feetatthe finish line. Gradually,raisethehigh endofthe line until all rocketshavebeeneliminated.Theonewhich climbedthehighestwins.Just for fun-Have rocketsbreakballoonsatthefinish line. Do this by insertingseveralstraightpins throughapieceofcardboard.Suspendthecardboardfrom thefinish line andplacea balloonin front of thepins. Therocketwill drivetheballoon into thepins.

MINI ROCKET RACERS

This is an alternativeto theSpaceDerby. Theracetrackis thin string or fishing line strungbetweentwo points. Theracevehiclesarepapercones,threadedonto thatline. Thepoweris suppliedby theCub Scoutsblowinginto theopenendoftheconeto thefinish line.You maychooseto makeyour own orusethedisposabledrinking cup conesthat canbepurchasedfrom retail stores. With magicmarkerstheirconescanbe decoratedright atthepackmeetingor aheadof time. Thisactivity is simplebut filled with fun and adven-ture.

Whatis so greatabouttheRegattathat setsitapartfrom thepinewoodderbyandspacederby? Not only do theCubshavean opportu-nity to build theirown boat,theyget to partici-patein therace,notjustwatch.TheraingutterregattarequirestheCub Scoutsto providethewind powerby blowing on thesails to racetheboatsalongtheRegattaRaceway. Theraingutterregattacanbe usedeffectively asanoutdooractivity.

Sailboat kits, awardsandtrophiesareavailableat theKansasCity ScoutShopor at yourlocaldistributor.

RACING COURSE

Thecoursewill be determinedby thefacilitiesavailable. A portablewadingpool, regularswimmingpooi,pond, lake orevenagood sizepuddleafterarainstormcanbe usedfor racingtheboats.Thecommonlyusedcourse,wheretheracegetsit nameis theraingutter. Thedoubleracewaycourseis madeof standardraingutters10’ long, with endcapssetin groovesin two sawhorses.Allow sufficient spacearoundthecoursefor bothparticipantsandspectators.With guttersin place,put asmallamountofwaterinto eachto makesuretheyarelevel. Makeany neededadjustmentsandwhenlevel, fill to about1/2’ from top.

Materials:2-10ft. lengthsof 5” dia. half roundgutter4 end capsfor gutterandrivetsor bolts to

attachend caps2 trough supports(1” X 4: X 36”) cut so

gutterwill fit snug2 endbraces(1” X 4” X 23”)2 diagonalbraces(1” X 2” X 72”)4 legs (2” X 2’ X 34”)1-1/2” #10 flat-headwoodscrewsfor all

fastenings

This will makea frameto supporttwo 10’lengthsofrain gutter filled with 8 gallonsofwater.It canbe assembledanddisassembledfor future use.



BOATS

BoatsnecificationsHull-No longerthan7” or shorterthan6 1/2”Mast-6 1/2” from deck to topKeeJ~Suppliedin kit-no alterationsRudder-Supplied in kit-no alterationsSail-No largerthanmaterial suppliedin kit

Den

Racing numbers

Regatta starting gate


Building instructions1. Sandpaperthebalsahull to thedesired

shape,adheringto thespecificationslistedabove. First useamedium-gradesandpa-per, thenfinish off with very fine sandpa-per.

2. Give model two coatsofsandingsealerwhich canbe obtainedatacraftorhobbystore.

3. Mastcanbe taperedby chuckingeitherin ahandorelectric drill. While you carefullyturn thedowel,workapieceof sandpaperbackand forth until thedesiredshapeisachieved.

4. Give entiremodel two coatsofcoloredlacquerin desiredcolor anddesign.

5. Add official numberattop of sail.

RACING PROCEDURE

Theboatsarepropelledby boysblowingintothesails. Startwith theboat’ssterntouchingtheendof therain gutter. Thestarterstandsattheoppositeendwith handsraised. Whenhedropshis hand,theboysbeginto blow. Oncetheraceis started,theboysmaynot touchtheboatswith theirhands. The first boatto reachtheendofthegutteris thewinner.

All theracesarerunon an eliminationsystem,by heats. Timing ofboatshasno bearingondeterminingheator final winners. Winnersofthefirst heatswill competeagainsteachotherin secondheat,andthird, etc.until a finalwinner is determined.

Oncoursesotherthat therainguttercourse,boatsmustbe heldby thepilotsatthestartingline andreleasedat a pre-determinedsignal.No pushingis allowed.Theboatcrossingthefinish line first is thewinneroftheheat. If twoormoreboatsrunafoul, thereis no contest.Theraceis re-run.

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Place cementin slotswhere mdi.cated on thehull bottom.

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SamDleinstructionsfor regattaskippers1. Uponenteringtheregattaarea,registeryour

boatat theassignmenttable. Yourboatwill be assignedan official number.

2. Proceedto theinspectiontableto be sureyourboatmeetstherequiredspecificationsasindicatedon thedirectionsfrom thekit.

3. Bring yourboatto themooringareaandleaveyourboaton the table.

4. Then go and sit in thespectator area.5. A doubleeliminationtournamentwill be

held. This meanseachboatwill raceat leasttwice.

6. There will be a double raingutterracewaysotwo boyswill competeat thesametimeandthe first boatto reachtheend,wins thatheat.

7. As eachheatis announced,thetwo skippersmustimmediatelyproceedto the“StartingLine” to sail their boats.

8. Themostimportantrule is thatoncethe racestarts,you maynot touch theboatswithyourhands,head,arms,nose,ears,tongueorany otherpartof yourbody. If any pushing

occursthejudgeswill be requiredto disqualify you for thatraceandyou will bejudgedtheloser.

9. If a boat runsa foul or is capsizedandtheotherboatfinishes,theshipwreckedboatsloses. If both boatsare wreckedduringthesamerace,theracewill be startedover.

10.After therace,pleaseimmediatelyreturntothe spectatorareasotheotherskipperscanracetheirboats.

1 l.If yourboatrequiresrepairwork, it canberepairedat themaintenancedock. If it is notreadyfor its next race,it will be disqualifiedandscoredasfinishinglast for that heat.

BOAT ALTERNATIVES

Thereareafew suggestionsfor homemadeboatsthatcanbe fun andinexpensive.

• Cucumbers- 1/2 ofa cucumber,cut lengthways,scrapingoutall theseeds.Stick in astrawandapapersail.

• 1/2 of a walnutshellwill alsofloat• Claywith a strawasamastandpaperasa

sail.• Plasticfoamsailboatcanbe madeby cutting

two piecesofhull from plasticfoammeattray. Make a hole in centerof onepiece,insertandgluein thedrinking strawmast.Glue thatpieceto thesecondone. Cutsailfrom constructionpaper,makeholefor themastandslip overmast. Reminder: Usewaterproofgluesothat it won’t comeapartwhile racing.

• Balloonjet boatcan be.madeby cuttingalong, wide strip from one sideof aone-literplasticdetergentbottle asshown. Wrapwaterprooftapearoundoneendof plasticdrinking strawto increaseits diametersothat you mayinsertthatendof strawintoballoonneck. Wind a rubberbandaroundneckof theballoon to makeair-tight seal.Cut holein bottomofboatandpushstrawthrough. Bendthestrawalongtheboat’sbottomand tapein place. Tapeovertheholein thebottle to keepout water. Blowintostrawto inflate balloon. Set theboatinwaterandwatchit go.

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CUB INDIANAPOLIS 500

Here’sa den orpacklevel derby thatcanbefun for amonth! And it canbe an indoororoutdooractivity.

First you build thecars.This canbe donebypairs,trios, quartets,or densdependingon howmanyyou want per team.A basiccarstartswith a cardboardbox with thebottomcut out.From there,the sky’s the limit. Dixie cupsmakefine headlights andtall lights,paperplatesmakegoodtires,you cancut a ladderoutof cardboardandmakeafire truck. Useyourimagination.

In additionto giving outprizesfor bestofeverythingyou canthink of, thereis an actualraceto stage.Eachcarhasa team.The firstdriver stepsinto thecarandholds it aroundhiswaist.Thepit crewaddssocksoverhis shoes(tires),swim goggles(windshield),somekindofhat (helmet)andgasesthevehicle (driverdrinks waterthrougha straw). You canusesafetyconeandcheckeredflags to makeitmorefun.

Thecarsline up for thestart(youcanhavearolling startwith DenChiefpacecarsif youwant),and theraceis on, Every lap or twoshouldhaveamandatorypit stopwith a tirechangeor rotation,awindshieldsprayandwipe, anda refill for gas.Reliefdriversmaybeutilized to geteveryoneinto theact,andyoucanrun heatsif spaceis limited.

Don’t forgetto rewardthosethat “Did TheirBest” not justtheracewinners.A packthat

— puts time andenthusiasminto this activity willfind it might justbe theirbestactivity of theyear.


THE GREAT TURTLE RACE

This is a greatracethat canbe run indoorsorout, on aden orpacklevel. Theturtlescanbemadein thedensandracedat a packmeeting.Eachboy hasa turtle figure thatcanbe cutfrom heavycardboard,14’ plywood orfloortile material. Theboysdecoratethemandcanput their nameson them. Theturtleswill“walk” on a20 foot cord that hasoneend tiedto a chair(inside)or stake(outside). A holeslightly largerthanthecord will be drilled intheheadof theturtle. Thecord is tied atthesameheight from thefloor asthehole in theturtle.

Starttheracewith theturtles laying flat on thegroundwith theirheir headstowardtheboysatthetied endof therope.Theturtlesaremadetowalk towardtheboysby pulling gently on thecord, lifting theheadandbody, which dragsthefeetforward. Relaxingtheline lets thecordslip throughthehole. Jerkingthecord orexcitedplay will makethe turtle flip in thewrongdirection,slowing downits progress.

Hints: All turtlesshouldbe madeof thesamematerialandshould be thesamesize.Thesuggestedsize is 7/12”. If the race will be runindoors,try to usecarpetoraddrubbertips tothe feet sothey won’t slide on thefloor.

RULES

Oneturtle foot mustremainon the he floor atall times.

Theboy maynot lift thecordandslidetheturtle.

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PAPER AIRPLANE DERBY

A glideror placederbycanbe avery enjoyablepackeventwhentherulesarekeptsimpleanduncomplicated.

CONTEST RULES

Therules for apaperairplanederbyare simple.Somesuggestionsarelisted below.

1. All entriesmusthavebeenmadeonly ofpaper.

2. Glue andcellophanetapemusthavebeenusedonly for bondingpurposes,not to addweight.

3. Paperlaminationandpaperreinforcementareallowed.

4. Thecontestis conductedunderthe supervision of apanelof five judges,whosedeci-sionson all mattersarefinal.

Possibleeventsfor airplanederbymayincludedistance,time, aloft, acrobaticsandaesthetics(entriesin this categoryhaveto fly atleast15feetfor threeseconds)

MATERIAL FOR PAPER AIRPLANES

Forhigh-performanceairplanes,thequality oftheconstructionpaperis important.Formostdesigns,ordinarytyping, copieror notebookpaperis not verygood,althoughyou maywantto try a designfirst with whateverpaperyouhave,just to getexperiencein building it. A AA reasonablygoodmaterialis coverstock,suchasis usedfor printing magazinecovers.You canfind it at someprinter’ssupplystoresor goodstationerystores(the60-60-poundweight is best)orsimply recycleold magazinecovers. If noneof theseis available,yourbestchoiceis probablya goodbondtyping paper,althoughit maybe too flexible for somede-signsunlessyou laminatetwo sheetstogether.

To helpsettheshapeofyourplanewhenit isdoneandprotectit from damageduringhan-dling, you maywant to applya thincoatoflacquerorvarnish. A water-solublelacquerdriesfastest. Don’t usetoo much.

High PerformanceAirDlaneUsea sheetof 8 1/2 by 11-inchpaper. Forthisplaneyou canalsouseheavyartpaperorconstructionpaper

Fold thepaperin half lengthwise(a)Runyour thumbnailalongthefold to creaseit sharply. Openthepaperandfold onecornerdowntowardthecenter. (b)Fold theothercornerdown in thesameway. (c)

Fold oneside againtowardthecenter(e) alongthedottedline shownin drawingd.Fold theotherside (1) alongtheotherdottedline. Make sureto folds aresharplycreased.

Turn thepaperover. Fold oneside over(h)alongthe left-handdottedline shownin draw-ing g. Openthepaper. Fold theothersideover (i) alongtheright-handdottedline indrawingg. From thebottom yourplaneshouldlook like theonein drawingj.

Use a pieceof cellophanetapeto hold thebodyof theplanetogetherandto give thewingsaslightupwardtilt (k).

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Thru the Looking Glass Den & PackActivities

Launchyourplanein a largeroomor out-of-doors.Make surethatthereareno easilybrokenobjectsit canhit andknock over. Holdthefuselageof theplanebetweenyour thumbandforefingerafew inchesbackfrom its nose.Raiseyourhandhigh overyourheadandthrowtheplanegently forward. Throw the planeat aslight upwardangleto theground. If theplaneclimbs steeplyandthendivesinto theground,adjustthe angleof thrustabit downward. Iftheplanejust divesinto theground,adjusttheangleupward.Whichangleof launchgivesyouthelongestflights?

If you planeflutt~rsand slips from sideto side,try putting apaperclip on thebody. Theaddedweightof theclip helpstheplanepushthroughtheairmoreeasilyand smoothly.Fastentheclip abit closerto thefront oftheplanethantotheback. If theplaneclimbs too sharplywhenyou launchit, movethepaperclip a little bitforward. If theplanediveswithoutclimbing,movetheclip fartherback. Find outwhathappensto theflight of yourplanewhenyoumovetheclip all theway forwardor all thewayback.

Blunt-nosedairplaneHere’show to fold ablunt-nosedpaperair-planethat oftenstaysup for long, loopingflights. Useasheetof 8 1/2 by 11 ‘typing

Fold thepaperin half lengthwise(a) Makesureyou creaseall thefolds sharplywith yourthumbnail. Openthepaper. Fold onecornerup (c) alongthedottedline shownin drawingb. Note that thepoint you form atthebottomof thepapershouldbe slightly to theleft of themid-line.

Fold theothercornerup in thesameway (d)You shouldhaveaflap left over. Turn thepaperoverandfold theflap down(e) Nowfold aboutthreeinchesof the nosebackoverthe body (I).

Refoldtheplanevery firmly alongthemid-line. Openthepaper. Fold theleft wing overalongthedottedline shownto the left of themid-linein drawingg. Fold theright wingover along thedottedline shownto theright ofthemid-linein drawingg. Turn theplaneover(h) andfold eachwing tip down,alongthedottedlinesshownin drawing g. Cut smallflaps in thebackof eachwing (h).

Starttest-flying thismodelby folding bothflaps upward. Launchfrom ahigh placeorwith astrong,forwardpush. Theplanewillprobablyloop around,glide, ioop up andglideagain. You cangetmoreioopsby throwing theplaneslightly upwardandfaster.

Try folding theflaps downward. Launchtheplanewith a slightupwardthrow. This timetheplanewill go into moreofa gliding flightand comein for a smoothlanding. This adjust-mentworksquite well on a windy day. Youwill oftengeta smooth,long flight.

Try adjusting theangleoftheflaps. Which onegivesthemostloops? Which onegives thelongestflights? Also try making theplanewithdifferentkinds of paper,both light andheavy.Whichweightseemsto fly betterindoors?Which fliesbetterin thewind?

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INDOOR DEN ACTIVITIES

KNOTS

Knotsaren’tusuallya goodden activity for awholemeetinguntil yourboysgetaccom-plishedenoughto havecontests.Typically,learningoneknotpermeetingis all they’llhavepatiencefor. This makesknotsagoodpre-meetingor filler activity. . . onethat yourDenChiefcanconduct.If you don’t haveaDenChief,getone. Otherwise,you’re workingtoo hard.

TheBoy Scoutbook givesthreebasiccharac-teristicsof a goodknot. It is easyto tie, it staystied andit is easyto untie. It might be addedthat goodknotsaredesignedfor apurposeandif usedincorrectly,canfail with badresults.

Cub Scoutsarerequiredto learnsix basicknots,two asWolvesand fourasBears.In BoyScouts,a numberof knotsareusedand thisnumberis limited only by theboy’s ability tolearnand theopportunitiespresented.TheAshleyBook of Knots(amajorreferenceonthesubject)showsover3,900knots. . . allusefulfor someapplication.A Cub Scoutwhogetsagoodstartandfinds outknots arefunwill find no limit on thesubject.

TheWolf andBearbooksgive goodillustra-tions on how to tie thebasicknots.TheBoyScoutmanualis anothergoodresource.Fol-lowing are someapplicationswith emphasison“tricks” sincenothingmotivatesaCub Scoutmorethantheopportunityto pull a trick onsomeone.

A lengthof cottonclothesline rope5-6 feetlong with tapeon theendsto keepit fromfraying is an ideal knot learningrope.If youwant to get fancy,color onehalf with magicmarkerto makeit easyto follow whichendiswhich.

OverhandknotThesimplestknot ofall, thebeginningof otherknots.

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SuuareknotThesquareknt is a goodknot to tie packages.Thesquareknot is oftenreferredto asthefirstaid knot. It is nota goodknot forjoining tworopesthat will supporta strain.Usea sheetbend instead.

A~U~SheetbendThis knot is usedto join two ropesandis agoodknotevenif theropesarenotof the samesize.It’s namecomesfrom thefactthat ropesareoftencalledsheetsin sailing but it alsoworkswith bedsheetsif you needto escapefrom a fire in asecondfloor room.

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SliD knotThereareseveralwaysto tie a slip knot includ-ing merelytying an overhandknot aroundasectionof yourrope. Thisknot canbe usedtomakealariat but be sureto teachsafety.It is adangerousknot if it getsarounda neck.

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A trumpetcord tied in fancycordagefrom afabric shopandfinishedwith asquareknot asshowncan makea neatlanyard.


Two half hitchesTwo half hitchesis bestusedto tie a ropeendto anobject. Goodapplicationsaretying up aboator clothesline. You couldalsousetwohalf hitchesto tie your lanyardendsto awhistle.

BowlineWhile therabbitaroundthetreemethodoftyinga bowline is good,mostBoy Scoutscanshowyourdenhow to tie abowlinewith onehand.SomehowtheinstructionsticksbetteriftheCubshaveto imaginethemselvesat thebottomofa holewith a brokenarm.

Besidestricks, you canfind variousgamesandcraftsthathelpemphasizeknotswhile makingit fun fortheCubs.

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GAMES

Knot HOOD RelayEquipment: One 6 1/2 foot pieceofropeforeachteam.Action: Onthesignal“go”, first Cubtiesropeintoahoopwith asquareknot andpassesitover his headanddownaroundhis body. HestepsOut of thehoop,untiesknot andpassesropeto nextCub, whorepeatsprocedureandsoon. downthe line.Scoring: First teamto finish wins.

RescueRaceEquipment: Foreachboy, one4-footpieceofrope.Action: Teamsline up relayfashion,eachCubwith a shortpieceof rope. Onememberofeachteamlinesup 20 feetin front ofthefirstCub on his team. Heis supposedlydrowningandmustbe rescuedby havingaline throwntohim. At signal,all membersof theteamtietheirropesinto onelong line, with abowline attheend. First boy coils therope andthrows itto thedrowningboy andthewhole teampullshim to shore.Scoring: First team whorescuesdrowningboy wins. Checktheknots to makesuretheyarecorrectlytied, if notcorrecttheteamstartsover.

CRAFTS

Macrame Coup BeltMaterials: 9 yd. 3mmnylon cord

3 beads

Directions:1. Cut cord into six 1 1/2 yd. lengths. Fold

cord in half andpin eachto knotting board,closelytogether.

2. Tie! squareknot with cords1-4, 5-8 and9-12.3. Tie 1 squareknotwith cords3-6and7-10.4. With cords14, tie 3 squareknots.5. With cords5-8, tie 3 squareknots.6. With cords9-12,tie 3 squareknots.7. Tie squareknot with cords3-6 and 7-10.(Note: Steps4-7 makeloops for belt to gothrough)8. With cords1-4 and9-12,tie 2 squareknots.9. Slip onebeadon cords5-6 and onebeadon

cords7-8. Thenslip onebeadonto cords6-7 justundertheotherbeads.

10.With cords3-6 and7-10,tie 1 squareknot.1l.With cords5-8, tie onesquareknot.12.Dot lastknotswith glueto secure.l3.Trim cordsto desiredlength.

As coupbeadsareearnedfor specialactivitiesor honors,slip Onto cordsand tie an overhandknot to secure.

Thebeadscanbe paintedwith thepackanddennumbersif desired.Theboy’sinitials mayalso be painted on thebeads.

CordPaintandbrushesScissors

1. Cut two piecesof cord36” long.2. Findmiddleof onecord, fold hereandpush

up throughhole in bead.3. Tie themiddleof secondcondthroughloop

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4. Gather all cords and tie overhandknot underbead.

BookwormMaterials: Roundbeadwith largehole

5. Usingtwo strandsasone,tie squareknotsuntil body is 9” to 12” long.

6. Tie overhandknot atbottom.7. Paintfaceon bead.



KNIFE SAFETY

Here’san activity thatmakemany leadersareleerybut canbe a very positive influenceontheboys.All boyswill encounterknivessooneror later in Boy Scouting. Thosethat learnedknife safetyearlyandlearnedit well, haveadefiniteadvantage,sincetheywill be givenknivesandexpectedto usethem in WebelosandBoy Scouting.

UseyourDenChiefor draft an EagleScoutfrom anearbytroop to teachknife safety.Eithershouldbe knowledgeableandhappytohelp. Sometimes,theCubslisten bettertosomeonenearertheir age. However,youshouldknow how to handleaknife anditssafety.

Safety Rules

Haveenoughadultsupervision!

If sitting at atable,haveCub Scoutsput legsunder. If sitting on thegroundhavethemsitwith their legs spreadapart.

No two peopleshouldbe within reachingdistanceofan openknife. Thismeansboysmustbe taughtnot to approachsomeonewithan openknife sinceanyonewith an openknifewill not be moving anyway.

WatchtheCubsclosely,makingsuretheirfingers andlegsarekeptclearof theknifeblade.

Moving With an ExposedBlade

Don’t! Always closeyourknife beforemovingto a newlocation. If an exposedblade,suchasaparingknife is beingused,setit down andhavethenextpersonpick it up. This is alsotruewhenusingany sharpobjectsuchasscissors.


Passinga Knife

Handingaknife from oneto anothershouldonly happenin this sequence:

• First, theknife is closed.• Then,theboy with theknife holds it Out

wheretherecipientcan alsograsptheknife.• Theboy with theknife doesnot let go until

the recipientsays,“Thank You”. This letstheoffererknow therecipienthasa firmgraspon theknife andis readyto assumeresponsibility.

Toting Chips

Toting Chipsarecardssignifyingthat thebearerhaspassedaknifesafetycourseand canbe purchasedblankfrom theKansasCity ScoutShop.Manypackshaveapolicy of tearingacornerfrom the“chip” if aboy violatestherulesfor thefirst time. A secondviolationresultsin confiscationoftheknife which isgivento aparentwith arequirementtheboymustpassknife safetyagainbeforeit canbereturned.

Whateverenforcementmethodis used,neverletknife safetybe ignored.

To openapocketknife, hold in left and,putright thumbnailinto nail slot.

Pull bladeoutwhile pushingagainsthinge withlittle finger ofleft hand.

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Continueto hold on handleandbladeuntilbladesnapsinto openposition.



Closinga pocket knife

To closeapocketknife hold handlewith lefthandwith fingerssafelyon thesides.

hand,swinghandleup to meetblade.

Letting knifesnapshut “kick” at baseof bladekeepsedgefrom touchinginsidehandle.

Forboth theopeningandclosingprocess,boththebladeandhandleshouldbe graspedfirmlywith thefingers on thesides.Holding thebladeandhandlegivesmorecontrolthanusinganopenpalmto closethebladeandis no moredangerousif thefingersstayclearof thesharp-enededge.

Sharpening your pocketknife

Moistenstone. Lay bladeedgeon stone. Raisebackof bladeabout1/8 inch abovestone.

Sharpenagainsttheedge(asif peelingoff thetop of stone)movingthebladetowardyou offthestoneatthesametime.

On everyotherstrokesharpenothersideofblade,going theotherway on thestone. Cleanthestoneafteruse.


for your pocketknife.

Oil bladesatthejoints to keepbladesoperatingsmoothly.

Wipeknife cleanafterusingit to keepit from

Using your pocket knife

For fine cutting, pivothandlewith little fingerpushbladewith thumb.

bendstemuntil grainis strained,thencutcloseto thegroundwith a slantingcut.

Pushagainstbackof bladewith fingersof right

rustingandstaining.

For coarsecuttinggrasphandlewith wholehand. Cut at a slant. Always cut awayfromyou.

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Thru the Looking Glass Den & PackActivities

Friendship StickThefriendshipstickis madeof greenwoodandis a symbolof friendship. It is curvedto fitthecurve of theearth,symbolizingthatfriend-ship cangrow just asthetreesin theforestgrow.

1. Thegreencircle atthe bottomis for Faith inGodandone another.It is thefirst ring onthestick becauseit is thebasisofa happy,meaningfullife.

2. Thenextfour circlesrepresenttheracesoftheworld: red,y&llow, white andblack.

3. ThegreenofHopeis abovetheraces.Thisis thehopeof thefuture-thateverywherepeoplewill try to overcomeany differenceofopinionandhumanfailing.

4. Thus the fourracesareboundby FaithandHope,thepathleadingtoward acentralgoalsignifyingtheattachmentof this unity.

5. TheCrossandStarof David aresymbolsoftheway for all racesto cometogetherandwork for worldpeace.

6. The smiling face is the result of Friendshipbasedon Faith,HopeandUnity. To begreetedby thesmiling faceof a friend is oneofthegreatestjoys which canbe experi-enced.

7. Thefaceis crownedwith greenof theforest,symbolizingthewonderfuloutdoors,andthefriendshipsdevelopedtherein.

A friendshipstick mustbe carvedby thegiver.It showstime, thoughtandeffort.

Preparea friendshipstick for eachboy in theden. Whenyou presentthe sticks,readthesymbolismto them.

Thenfurnisheachboy with a greenstick,uncarved,and askhim to carvehis own story inthestick. Hecanpaint thesymbolswhich hefeelsareappropriateto thestory. Whenhe isfinished,he canshowhis stickto theden andtell whatthesymbolsrepresent.

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Cooking

Cub Scoutswill cleantheirplatesandcall formorewhentheyarethechefs.Left to theirowndevices,theywill oftenchoosea well-balanceddiet. Remember,childrenlike food thatis funandcookinga mealby themselvesis evenbetter!

ForCubsto be successful,it is importanttheyhaveadequatesupervisionandinstruction.Herearesometips for successfulandsafecooking.

In advanceof thesession:• Readtherecipecarefully.• Gatherthe ingredients.• Assemblethepans,bowls,andutensilsyou

will need.

During the session:• Readtherecipewith theCubs.• Ask theCubswhatstepstheyneedto prepare.• ProvideeachCub with an apron.• Allow eachCub to measureoneingredient

(if thereareenough).Make sureyou checktheirmeasurements!

• Maketherecipe.• Cook asneeded.Dependingon theageof

theCubs,theycanhelpwith frying, grilling,orbaking.

• Usehotpads!• Eatandenjoy!• Give eachCuba specificjob duringcleanup.

TurtlesPizzaSticksCowabunga!Ninja Turtle fanswill go fortheseno-messpizzas.

1 pkg. (10 oz.) all-readypizzacrust1 egg,beaten1/2 cup (2 oz.) shreddedpart-skimmozzarella

cheese1/4cup thinly sliveredpepperoni2 Thsp.. gratedParmesancheese1/2 tsp.driedoregano

1. Preheatovento 425 F. Unroll pizzacrustwith shortsideparallelto theedgeof worksurface.With rolling pin, roll into 12-by-14rectangle;brushwith egg. Sprinklewithremainingingredients,pressingslightly intodough.

2. Fold doughin half to form l2-by-7inchrectangle;presssurfaceandedgesof doughto seal. Cutcrosswiseinto 12 one-inch-wide strips. Twist eachstrip from bothends;pinchendstogether.

3. Placeon ungreasedbakingsheetabout1inch apart. Bakefor 10 minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown. Removeto wire rack;coolcompletely. Will keep3 monthin thefreezer;wrapairtight.

Makes12.

StuffedHot DogsHot dogsCheeseRelishBacon

Slit hot dogslengthwisewithin 1/4 inch of eachend.Stuff hotdogswith cheeseand relishandwrapwith bacon.Placeon cookinggrill overdrip panand cook25-30minutesor until baconis crisp.



Ice-creamPops4 woodenspoons1 pint vanilla brick icecream1 5-ouncebarmilk chocolate1/4 cup shortening1/2 cup choppednuts

Write nameson spoons.Cut ice creamin half.Cuteachpiecein half again.

Stickwoodenspoonin eachpiece. Placein ashallowpan. Freezeuntil very hard.

Put2 incheswaterin bottomofdoubleboiler.Melt chcolatean4shorteningin top. Cool tillwarm.

Spreadchocolateon oneside ofpop. Dip innutsatonce, Repeaton othersides,bottom.Storein freezer.

CrunchyDinosaurLegsThesescrumptiousdrumsticksarecoatedwithan orange-thymecornmealmixture. Servethemhot for dinner, thecold for lunch,withcarrot andcelery stickson theside.

12 chickendrumsticks1/2 cup buttermilk1.2 cup yellowcornmeal1.3 cup all-purposeflour1 Thsp. dried thyme2 tsp.gratedorangepeel1 tsp. salt1/2 tsp.2 Thsp.1 Tbsp.

1. In largeshallowbowl, combinechickendrumsticksand buttermilk. Let stand10minutes.

2. Meanwhile,preheatovento 450F. In a bag,combinecornmeal,flour, thyme,orangepeel,saltandpepper. Shakewell to cornbine. Add drumsticks1 at a time; shaketocoat. Placeon rack in largebakingpan.

3. In acup,mix meltedbutterand oil. Drizzleoverdrumsticks.Bakefor 35 minutesoruntil cookedthrough.

Makes12.

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DinosaurFootprintCookiesKids will gobbleup thesepeanut-buttertreats!Thedough keepsin thefreezerfor up to sixmonths.

2 3/4 cupsall-purposeflour2 tsp. bakingsoda1/2 tsp. salt1 cup (2 sticks)unsaltedbutterormaragine,

softened1 cup packeddark-brownsugar1 cup granulatedsugar2 eggs1 cup creamyorchunky peanutbutter1/2 cupsemisweetchocolatemorsels

1. In mediumbowl, mix flour, bakingsodaandsalt; setaside.

2. In largebowl, with electricmixeron me-dium speed,creambutter. Graduallybeatinboth sugarsuntil smoothand light. Beatineggsandpeanutbutteruntil smooth.With awoodenspoon,stir in flour mixture until justcombined.

3. Divide doughin half; placeeachhalf on alargesheetof waxpaper. Roll up doughinpaperto form two 2-inch-thicklogs; flatteneachon 3 sidesto form triangularlogs.Freezefor 15 minutes. Removefromfreezer;flattensidesagainto reinforcetriangularshape.Freezefor 15 minuteslongeror until firm.

4. Preheatoverto 350F. Cut logs crosswiseinto 1/4 inch-thickslices. Placeorungreasedbakingsheetsabout2 inchesapart.Pressarow of 3 chocolatemorsels,pointedsidedown,along1 edgeofeachcookiefor dinosaurtoes.

5. Bakefor 10 minutesor until edgesarelightly browned. Removeto wire racks;cool completely.

Makesabout8 dozen.

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Dirt andWorm CupcakesThesecandy-claddensechocolatecupcakesareforyoungmischief-makerswho believethatthe“yuckier” food looks, thebetter!

1 pkg. fudge-browniemix1/2 cup shreddedsweetenedcoconut1/2 cup semisweetchocolatemorsels2 tsp coconutextract1/2can(16-oz.)preparedchocolatefrostingOptional toppings: candyworms,crushed

chocolate-wafercookies

1. Preheatover accordingto brownie-mixpackagedirections. Line 12 muffing-pancupswith paperfoil liners.

2. Preparebrowniemix accordingto packagedirections,using the“cake-like” variation.Stir coconut,chocolatemorselsandcoconutextract into batter.

3. Divide batterevenlyamongpreparedmuffincups. Bake25 to 30 minutes.Removetowire rack;cool completely. Spreadcooledcupcakeswith frosting. Decoratewithdesiredtoppings.

Make 12.

CreamyTaffy2 1/4 cupssugar1 1/2 cupswhite corn syrup4 tsp. vinegar1/4 tsp. salt

Cook slowly, stirring constantly,until sugardissolves. Bringmixture to aboil. Add 1/2 cupundilutedevaporatedmilk slowly so thatboiling doesnotstop. Cookmixtureovermediumheat,stirring constantly,until tempera-tureofmixture is 248F (firm ball stage);removefrom heatwhile testing.

Immediatelypourmixture intobutteredpan.Whencoolenoughto handle,pull a smallportionat a time, with butteredhands,untilcandyis light in color andno longersticky tothe touch. Twist stripsslightly andplaceonwaxedpaper. Cut with scissorsinto 1 inchpieces.Wrap in plastic wrap.

Makesabout2 lbs. oftaffy.

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TeddyBearPopcornMunchA cinchto prepare,this kid-pleasingcomboofcrackly andnuttyingredientsmakesa welcomesnack.

1/4 cupunpoppedpopcorn(about8 to 10 cupspoppedcorn)

1 1/2 cupshoney-flavorteddybeargrahamcookies

1/2 cupunsalteddry-roastedcashews1/2 pkg (10 oz.) peanut-buttermorsels2 Tbsp. cinnamonsugar(seenote)1 Tbsp. saladoil1 Tbsp. butteror maragine

1. Popcorn accordingto packagedirections,withoutaddedsalt orbutter. In largebowl,combinepopcorn,cookies, cashewsandpeanut-buttermorsels.

2. In small saucepan,combinecinnamonsugar,oil andbutter. Stir overmedium heatuntilbuttermelts. Drizzle over popcornmixture,tossingconstantlyto coat. Coolcompletelybeforeplacingin largeairtightcontainer.Will keep3 daysatroom temperature.

Makesabout10 cups.

Note: Buy ready-madeor mix up a batch-use1/

2 cup sugar and 4 tsp. ground cinnamon.

Mix spoonfulsherbetandsomepop in glass.

Fill with orangepop. Float sherbeton top.

ChocolateMilk ShakeVanilla icecream2 Tbspchocolatesyrup1/2 cup milk

Putabout5 big spoonfisicecreamin shaker.

Addchocolatesyrup. Mix abit with spoon.

Coverjar. Shakehard. This makes1 shake.

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Scoutingis OutingCub ScoutCamping

BackyardCamping 1Family Camping 1

OutdoorPackActivitesKite Derby 2FishingDerby 3Bike SafetyEvent 4Bike InspectionChecklist 6BikeMaintenanceQuiz 6Bike Rodeoon a String 7Brown Box Derby 8FrisbeeGolf 8CampfireProgram 8

OutdoorDenActivitesSpiderSniffing 10Hikes 10OutdoorCooking 11Fire Building andSafety 11Fire Starters 12CookingGadgets 13OutdoorRecipes 15

Placesto Go andThingsto See 16

Thru the Looking Glass Outdoor Activities

OUTDOOR PACK AND DENACTIVITIES

SCOUTING IS OUTING

Outingis an importantpartof theword Scout-ing. Theoutdoorprogramrun like athreadthroughthevariouspartsof Scouting.

Theintroductionto chapter8 in theCub ScoutLeader’sHow-To Book begins: “Outdooractivitiesarean importantpartof theCubScoutprogram. Cub Scoutslearnto appreciateandcarefor ourbeautiful outdoorsastheyhike, exploreandinvestigatestheworld aroundthem. TheCub Scoutoutdoorprogramis afoundationfor theoutdooradventruetheywillexperiencewhentheymoveon to a Boy ScoutTroop.”

Cub Scoutsshouldbe givenopportunitiestoenjoytheoutdoorsin thespring,summer,fallandwinter. Many typesof outdooractivities:hikes,naturecraftsand gamescanbe foundthroughoutthepow wow book!

Cubswill find thattherearebackyardandvacantlots to explore. Therearetreesandhedgesalongyourstreet. Thestarsbelongtoeverybody. Thereareparksto visit. Therearebugsandthingsout there! Gomeetthem,makefriendswith them - enjoy! MostCubScoutsare alreadynaturalistsin thesensethattheyarecuriousaboutnaturalthingsaboutthem;theanimalsandbirds, thetreesandplants,stonesandshells. We want themto usetheirnaturalcuriosity to helpthemunderstandecologyandimportanceof conservingournaturalresources.

Cub Scoutsareintroducedto theoutdoorsthroughactivities,advancementrequirementsandserviceprojects.Theylearnpropermeth-ods andsafetyproceduresfor hikes,cookoutsandconservationprojects. Theyenjoyback-yard andfamily camping.

WebelosScoutstakeanotherstepinoutdooradventrueby participatingwith an adultinovernightcampouts.Theydevelopsomebasiccampingandoutdoorskills which helpspre-parethemfor thetroop experience.

In Boy Scouting,theskills of long-termcamp-ing aredevelopedandpolished. A boy usesthebasicshe learnedasaCubScoutandWebelosScoutandaddsto themmorecomplexskills,self-relianceandgreaterresponsibilities.

CUB SCOUT CAMPING

BACKYARD CAMPING

TheBoy Scoutsof Americaencouragesback-yardcampingby theyoungerCuibScouts.Backyardcampingis simply sleepingoutwithabuddyor two eitherunderthe starsor in tentsin their own backyard. Theboysmayeventryto cook theirown mealsin theout-of-doors!

FAMILY CAMPING

Family campingcanbe eitheraden orpackactivity. It canbe usedasagoodplanningfunctionwith yourDenChiefplanningandrunningsomegamesandactivitieswhile youandtheparentsaredoingall thedull stuff.

Pickaspotthat’scloseso boysandparentswhocan’t (or won’t) spendthenight canspendtheday and/oreveningandfeel included.If theweatherwon’t cooperate,re-schedule.Don’tmakea boysfirst campingexperienceabadone.

If you don’t havetheequipment,askyourclosestBoy ScoutTroop for help. Theyhaveaccessto all theequipmentyou coulduse. Ifyou askednicely, theymight evenhelpyouplan orrun theovernight.A goodtroop isalwayslookingfor awayto do agoodturn.


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OUTDOOR PACK ACTIVITIES A starterandafewjudgesfamiliar with theruleswill be neededandprizes,if any.

Any numberofpack activitiescanbe doneintheoutdoors.Justlike all otheractivities,thekey is in theplanning.

Whenyou planoutdoor activitesor tourna-ments,keepin mindthat oneof thethingsthatmakesCub Scoutingspecialis thateveryonegets to participates,everyonelearns,everyonehasfun,everyonegetsrecognitionandevery-oneis a winnerwhenhe participates.Yourpackmaypresenta trophyor specialawardtotheboyswhoseentrygetsto theendof theracefirst, buteveryonewho will “do yourbest”shouldgetsomekind of recognitionfor partici-pating;aribbon,certificateor a tie slide,etc.(Seethe“Recognition”sectionof thebookforideas.)

All kinds of derbiescanbeheldata nearbyparkor schoolground.Here’sa partiallist togetyou started.

FishingDerbyFrisbeeGolfKite Derby

KITE DERBYA kite derbycanbe a specialactivity for eitheradenor a pack.If you areplanningone,besureto announceit far enoughaheadsotheboyscanmaketheirkites. Kite derbiesarebestheld in thespringorfall when thereis a goodchanceof a breeze.It may includevariouskiteactivitieswith apicnic.

Follow thesesimpleguidelinesfor a successfulkite derby.

• Thekite committeshouldconsiderthelocation. An openfield awayfrom wires.

• Thelayout of thefield.

• If contestsareincluded,therulesmustbedistributedfar enough in advancesoeveryoneparticipatingcanbe familiarwith them.Rulesshouldalso be clearlypostedthedayof theevent.

• No wire ormetalflight linespermitted.

• No glassormetalusedin theconstructionofthekites.

Entrance Requirements:• All kitesmadeby family memberandboy.• Eachentrantmayhaveaparenthelpget the

kite into theair anddown.• A kite mustfly to beeligible for prizes.• No restrictionson materialsexceptno fight-

ing kites areallowed(glass,razorblades,etc. arenotpermitted).

• No wire ifight linesarepermitted.• Kites in powerlinesarelost andmaynotbe

retrieved.• Kites maybe adjustedor modified atany

time.• Pre-flightjudging

Prizescould be awarded for:Smallestkite.Largestkite.Strangestkite.Most unusualkite.FunniestkiteEtc.

Judging While In Flight

Prizescould be awarded for:

First kite in theair.Highestafter 15 minutes.Most stableflying.Bestsportsmanship.Mostpersistentflyer.Fastestclimbing.

Youmaywant to includeeventssuchasa 100yard dashwith kitesflown at theend of a 100yardkite string (seeWolf elective#6 forkiteflying safetyrules).

Bike RodeoTrackandField



FISHING DERBY

Therearetwo kinds of Cub Scoutpackfishingderbies;both arefun for boysandfamilies.Onekind is aparmer-and-sonfishingtrip to anearbylakeor river whereadultsand boyscanfish off thebankor in boats. Smallprizesareawardedfor thebiggestfish andthebeststring.

Theothertype is afamily outing with gamesandcontestsrelatedto fishing. Theideasherearefor thiskind of derby.

Thefishing derbycommitteeshouldfollow theguidelinesfor planningspecialevents.Plan-fling includessercuringasite, arrangingfortransportation,planningactivitiesandobtain-ing prizesandarrangingfor foodandequip-ment. Try specialpromoitionalgimicks suchasan invitation in theshapeof a fish.

Make identifyingsignsfor eachcontestarea.Useropes,posts,coloredstreamersandcolor-ful signsto makegameareas.Considerusing apublic addresssystemto controltheactivities,if necessaryand atapeplayerto providelivelymusic.

Note: See“placestogo andthings to do”in thebackof this sectionforsomerishing spots.

Tacklefor the job

You do notneedto buy a lot of expensiveequipmentto art with. Youjust needarodandreel(or a canepole),someline andhooksandafew weightsandfloats. You alsoneedadisorger,or “hook-out”, which is a metal orplastictool that helpsyou unhook afish with-outhurting it.

Whataboutbait?

To catchfish, anglersusesomesort of food,orbait, to temptthemto bite on thehook. Bait canbe realfood,eitheralive or dead. It canalsobean imitation, which tricksthefish.

Knots-thevital link

Fishing line is quite smoothandyou willneedto learnhowto tie specailknots that do notslip. Your tacklewill includeatleastoneknot,to connectyour line to your hook.

Always makethe line wetbeforetighteningtheknot. Testtheknot by pulling from both sidesbeforeyou startfishing.

Below-aknotyou canuseto tie yourhookontoyourfishing line.


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BIKE SAFETY EVENT

Easetheneighbor’sbloodpressure,earnparent’sgratitudeandperhapsevenpreventtheinjury of antoehrriderby learningbicyclesafetyrules. You andyourpackcanconductabike seafetycourseon abike salfetylane.

youngerbrotherandsisters,a Boy Scoutschoolclassor neighborhoodchildren.testingyourskills, you’ll learnbike

Safetymeasuresand skills you will wanttoteacharecontrolof bikewhile mountinganddismounting,useof armsignals,understandingoftraffic signals,properturning,steeringstraightcourse,shifting balanceandstopping.

Theeventdirectorandtheircommitteewillhave to arrangefor a locationfor thebikesafetylane. This maybe a schoolground,churchyard,vacantparkinglot or playground.Someonewill haveto train instructorsandscorers,lay Out thebike safetylaneand invitetheparticipants.

In laying Out thebike safetylane,followthesesteps:

1. Measurethesizeof thefield.2. Make a scaledrawingof the lane,adapt-

ing thesuggestioonshereto thespaceavailable.

3. Make a roughlayouton afield, usingtemporarymarkers.

4. Try out the lanewith abike andadjustasnecessary.

5. Completethemarkings.

Hard-surfacedarea-markwith chalk,white-washormaskingtape.

Soft-surfacedarea-drawlineswith astick andfill with flour orpowderedlime. Other meth-odsareropeandstakes.


On any surfaceplaceempty cansalongmark-ersatregularintervals. Thesewill call atten-tion to violations.

Besidesthemarkingmatreialyou needtrafficsignals,an octagonalstopsign, teeter-totter,sixpasteboardcartons,five small flags on 4-ft.polesandwhistles.

Makesimple traffic control“lights”. Putredandgreencircleson oppositesidesof card-boardcarton. Mount thecartonon a poleso itcanbe rotatedto changethecircles.

CoachingIn coachingtheparticipants,an instructorescortsa singlerider all throughthe lane. Afterseveralpracticerunstheinstructorcanratehimon thefollowing basis.

Eachparticipantstartswith 100 points. Deductthefollowing pointsforeacherror:

1. Five pointseachtime one wheeltouchesaline or amarker.

2. Tenpointseachtime arider falls off abi-cycle.

3. Five pointsfor notmakingproperarmsignal.

4. Tenpointsfor not observingtraffic signs.5. Fivepointsfor touchingan obstaclein the

lane.6. Fivepoints fortouchinggroundbefore

reachingX in thespiral.7~Fivepoints fornotpedalingcontinuously

until thesignaichangesin thebrakingarea.8. Five pointsfor eachfoot beyondabike

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It is strongly advised that bike cyclist wear

safetyhelmets.Frame-Cleanandnotbentoutof shape.

Front fork-CleanandnotbentOut of shpe.

__Steeringbearing-Welllubricatedand turnsfreely with no binding.

_Pedalcrankhanger-Turnsfreely with nomorethana smallamountofthe in thebearing.

__Pedals-Bearingwell lubricatedand adjustedfor freemovement.Pedalstightly screwedinto the crank. Badly worn threadsreplaced.

_Fenders-Clean,tightly attachedwithoutrattling or rubbingagainstthetires.

_Wheels-Runtruewithout wobbling. Wheelnutsaretight.

_Wheelbearings-Welllubricatedareproperly adjustedto movefreelywith just alittle play.

_Spokes-Tightenedto auniform tension,

_Tires-Properlyinflatedto recommendedpressure,goodtreadandvalvescompletelyair tight.

_Rims-Freeof dentandkinks.

__Chain-Propertensionallowing a 1/2 inchplay, clean,oiled andwipeddry.

__Gearing-Cleanandoiled, with gearsad-justedto eliminateall slipping.

_Brakes-Ifcoaster/evenbraking;operated

within a20 degreeback-pedalingmotion.If hand-evenbraking;all nuts tight; mini-mumof 3/16 inch thicknessofrubberofshoes. Front andrearbrakeeachhold wellwithout catching. Brakeshoesalignedwithrim andhit with a minimumof thehandcontrols.

__Cables-Nofrayedends,no brokenstrandsand all cablestaut.

__Handlebars-Tigtenedsecurely,grips notworn, fits snugly, adjustedto thecomfortoftherider.

_Saddle-Heightadjustedto rider, securelytightened.

_Lights-Frontlight visible to 500 feet,generatoror batteryin goodoperatingcondi-tion.

_Rearredreflector-Visibleto 300 feet,sizemeetslocal requirements.

_Accessories-Welltightenedandsecretlyfastened.

Assign one family memberto checkthreeorfour items. Sevenor eightfamily membersmight be neededto checkall theitems. Boyskeepmovingfrom check-offto check-offuntilhe passesall points.

Bicyclemaintenanceuuiz

Trueor false

_l. Your saddleshouldbe low enoughsoyou canput both feeton thegroundwhile in thesaddle.

(False) To checksaddleadjustment,set thepedalcranksothat one of thepedalsisin its lowestposition,with onefoot on theground,sit in thesaddleandplacetheball of



thefoot on thelow pedal. Theleg shouldbealmoststraight. It is truethatyou shouldbeableto standwit both feeton thegroundwhile straddlingthebar, off of thesaddle.Haveoneof theboysshowhow to adjustasaddleto theproperheight.)

_2. Yourbike chainshouldhaveaboutahalf-inchof play andshouldbe oiled tokeepit from rusting.

(True) Havea boy showhow to adjustchaintension.)

_3. Spokesshouldkeepthebicycle wheelstraightand true.

(True) Ask a boy to show how to tell whenaspokeis loose.)

_4. Yourhandlebarscanbe alittle loosewithout danger.

(False) Handlebarsshouldalwaysbe tight.Haveaboy show how to tightenthem.)

_5. On bicyclewith handbrakes,thewheelrims mustbe keptclean.

(True)

__6. You canmakebrakesrepairsyourself.

(False) An experiencedbicyclistmaybeableto makesomecableadjustmentson handbrakes,but for safety’ssakeit’s bestto leavebrakerepairsin thehandsof abicycleserviceman.

_7. A bicyclemusthaveafront light, reflec-tors andabell or horn.

(May be eitherTrueor False)Checkwithpoliceofficer or localordinances.

_8.As long asthereis someair in your tires,it doesn’tmatterhow much.

(False) They shouldbe inflatedto thecorrectpressurefor safelyand longerwear. Ask aboy to showwhereto find whatthecorrecttire pressureshouldbe.)

Rodeoon astringA bikemini-rodeois fun, evenif it is justyouagainstoneotherrider.

Cut two piecesof string,eachatleast30 feetlong. Tie eachendto aseparatecan. Coffeecansarebest,butjuiceor paintcanswill do. Inall eventsexcepttheslalomtheriderlosesonepoiint whenhis wheeltouchesthestring.

Straightride - Lay stringsoutparallelto eachother6 inchesapart. Ridefrom oneendtotheotherbetweenstrings.

Coasting- Takebike 10 feetbackfrom wherestring linesbegin. Pedalfastup to strings;coast betweenthem. Longestcoastwinstwo points.

Slowrace- Spreadstrings3 feetapart. Pedalslowly withouttouchingfoot to groundortouchingthestrings. Time yourselfwith awristwatch. Slowestwins.

Figure8 - Line up strings9 feetapart; 18 feetlong. Ridefigure eightsinsidestring linesandwithout goingoutsideopenends.

Quick stop - Rideup to one string from sideandbraketo stop3 inchesfrom string.

Escapeturn - Rideup to string from side. Onefoot shortofstring, turn left. Next time turnright.

Slalom - Make onelong line ofboth stringswith loopsevery6 feet. Ridebackandforthacrossstring betweenloopswithout touch-ing them. If wheeltouchesioop, you lose

onepoint.



BROWN BOX DERBY

Thebrown box derbyis acarracetheCubScoutcanliterally get into. Thecarconsistsofa sturdybox largeenoughfor theCub Scouttosit inside. TheScoutandhis partner(familymemberor friend) decoratethebox to resembletheir favorite racecaror to fit thethemeof thepackmeeting. Theraceitself is runprettymuchthesameasapinewoodderby. TheScoutsits in his box carat thestartingline andhis partneris theengine.Whentheracinggunsounds,thepartnerpushedthebox andCubdownthe racetrackto thefinish line. First tocrossis thewinnerof thatheat.

Theracetrackcanbe any surfacemarkedwithdividing linesbaseduponhow manyracelanesyou desire. (Parkinglot, lawn, etc.) if theraceis held indoorsin aschoolcafeteriaor recre-ation hall, checkwith yourfacility manage-mentasto whetherit is permissibleto slidetheboxesacrossthefloor surface,markedoff withtapeor string. If you desireareusableracetrack, carpetstrips about30 feetor longerarewonderful. Eachracelanehavingits owncarpetstrip that canbe rolled up and storedafterracing.

Thebrownbox derbypromisesto be fun forthewhole family. Prizescanbe awardedforbothracingandfor cardesignandappearance.

FRISBEE GOLF

This is atwist to playing golf thatrequiresskilland constitutesalot offun!

Setup yorcourseusing thenaturallay of thelandas anormalgolf coursewould be setup,with hazardsand“holes” which are clearlyvisible from your teeareas. Two ofthemostpopularholesin usetoday arewire basketsandnmetalpolesSet into theground. Mostcoursesare Setup with the traditional nineor18 holes,but the holesareususallyshorterfrom theteethanin ball golf.

1. Lie - WheretheFrisbeestopsafterthethrowconstitutestheplayer’slie.

2. Teethrow - Inital throw on eachholemustbe madefrom theteearea.

3. Fairwaythrow - All throwsaftertheteethrow, player’sfront foot mustbe touchingtheplayer’slie, at thetime ofrelease.(A run-upis allowed.)

4. Put throw- Within 10 yardsoftheholeaplayermaynot touchany pointin front oftheplayer’slie before,duringor afterthethrow. (This meansno falling putts.)

5. Unplayablelie - An unplayablelie is anyFrisbeestuckover 6 feethighin a hazard(i.e., treeor bush).Next throwmustbemadefrom below theunplayablelie, notcloserto thehole. (Onestrokepenalty.)

6. Out of bounds- Teethrow landing out-of-boundsmustbe thrownagainfrom theteearea. Fairwaythrow landingout-of-boundsmustbe thrownfrom pointwhereFrisbeeleft thecourse(onestrokepenalty.)

7. Eachthrow countsone stroke(unlesspen-alty strokesareassessed).

8. Frisbeefurthestfrom theholethrowsfirst.9. Low scoreon precedinghold throwsfirst.

CAMPFIRE PROGRAM

Campfiresshouldbe anexcitingand inspira-tional partof yourCub Scoutprogram. Theyareagoodway to promoteapleasantatmo-sphereforhavingfunandbuilding goodrela-tionshipsbetweenfamilies in thepackor den.

Campfirescanbe usedfor anyoccasion.canbe built aroundthemonthly themeorin placeof an indoorpackmeeting.

Thereare somethingsto rememberwhenplanningyour campfire:

• Pick aspotwith drygoundfor seatingonblanketsor havefamiliesbring lawn chairs.

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• Checktheareaforfirewood, you maywantto bring somefrom home.

• Always build yourcampfirein an openarea,watchfor overhangingtrees.

• Alwaysusethefire-ring if it is availableorbuild one from rocks.

• Haveplenty of waterfor safetyandextin-guishingthefire.

• Checktheareafor noisesuchastrainsorairplanes.

• Checkwith local authoritiesfor anyneces-sarypermission.

Make sure your fire is out completelybeforeleaving. If you canput your handon theembers,the fire is out. Be sure topour water over rocks.

Rememberto leaveyourcampfireareabetterthan you foundit. Scoutsleaveno tracewhentheyaregone.

Try dressingup yourcampfirewith totempolesor a thunderbirdor similardecorationsrelatingto yourtheme. Dependingon theoccasionandarea,you maywantto usetwo fires, oneoneachsideof theaudiencesotheview whendarkis better. Always keepyourprogrammoving. Providelots of varietyand getevery-oneinvolved. Watchthe lengthof yourpro-gram. You don’t want to risk losingtheinter-estof thegroup.

Campfiresshouldrun from an openingto aclimax andthento a quietfinish.

Opening-Thisis themostimportantelementofthecampfire. A firelighting canset thetoneofyourcampfire,asit capturesthe imaginationandattentionof thegroup.

Peakexcitement-At this point, you wouldwantto havea stuntor skit or cheersandrun-ons. Youcouldalso singfun oractionsongs.Theseform theheartof thecampfireand its anexcellentway to getgroupparticipation.

Slowdown-Startslowing downyourprogramby havingan awardceremony,like a denleaderor committeememberrecognitionor anArrow of Light award.

Fire dies-Asthe fire dies,havesomeonetell astory. Storiesareafavorite part of a campfire.

Closing-You cansing patrioticor inspirationalsongsor give aCubmastersthoughtor denleaderminute. (Cubmasterminutescanbefound in theCeremoniessectionof thisbook.)

Remember: There shouldbe lots of excite-mentas thefire leapshigh, quietand inspira-tional astheembersdie.

Therearefoursucessfulingredientsto a camp-fire. Theyare:

• Stunts- foundin theProgramPizazzSectionof this book.

• Skits - foundin theShowtimesectionofthisbook.

• Stories - found atthebackof ProgramPizazz.

• Songs- foundin theSongsectionofthisbook.


Outdoor Activities

OUTDOOR DEN ACTIVITIES

Manyoutdooractivitiescanbe downscaledfordensor up scaledfor packs. It’s a good ideatorelatedenactivitiesto pack activities. It’s alsoa good ideato useoutdooractivitiesto supportindooractivities,andvice versa. For instance,you canconfirmknife safetyruleswhilepreparinghot dog roastingsticks (makesureyou havepermissionto cut sticks). You canusetheknotsyou learnedindoorsto Set up arain or sunfly, setup atent for backyardcampingor to string safetylinesaroundahazardlike poisonivy.

SPIDER SNIFFING

Most boys(andquite afew of the leadersandparents)area little afraidof theoutdoorsafterdark.If you give themsomethingto do thatkeepsthemoccupiedandinterested,thosefearsareeasyto dispel.Spidersniffing is a goodactivity.

Thereareliterally thousandsof spiders,bugs,andotherharmlesscritterseverywhereyoulook outside.If you’ll takeaflashlight, turn iton, andplace theunlit endon yournoseso thatyour light andeyesfollow a closeparallelpath;theeyesof mostofthosecritterswill glow red.This works just like whenyou takeflash photosand getthephenomenacalledred-eye.

It canbe fascinatingto seeaspiderwith up to 8glowing eyesspinningits web,or goingon itsnightly huntingrounds.Besides,things aren’tnearlyasscarywhenyou look at themclosely.

If you havewatercloseby andcanwalk theedgesafely,crawdadsin theshallowsalsohaveredeyes.I’m notsureaboutfrogsandtoadsbutboysfind themfascinatinganyway.

A Cub Scouthike is merelya “walk with apurpose”. Whatbetterway to find Out abouttheworld aroundusthanto takeahike? Takeahike for a purpose:to gathertrash,to collectleaves,to identify trees,to observeanimalandbirds, to look for tracks,etc. Hikescanbetakenin yourneighborhood,local natureareaor at a nearbylake. Make thehikesimple andpurposeful,butmostofall fun. Discussingrulesbefore you leavecanalso helpmakeyourhike a success.

Somesuggestionsfor differenttypesofhikes:

Babyhike-List all thebabiesseen(birds,fern,leaf,snail,etc.).

Craft hike-Gathernatureitems to usefor craftprojects.

Knot hike-Along a path tie ropesaroundtreesusingknots. Instructtheboysin advancewhich directionto go whentheyidentify aparticularknot.

Rain hike-Hikein a gentlerain. Besureallboyshavewater-proofrain gear. Notehowplantsandanimal conductthemselvesandappearin therain.

Snoophike-Besnoopy...beaware. Exploreeverythingand collectanything.

Stop,Look & Listen hike-Hike for 5 minutesor for a certainnumberqf steps.Stopandwrite down all that you seeandhear. Makeseveraldifferent stops.

Penny hike-Go sofar, flip apennyto seewhatdirectionto go orwhatpathto follow. Forexample: headsgo left, trails go right.

Eveninghike-Try flashlightsignaling. Listento night sounds.Find north by thestars.Learnto recognizesomeconstellations.Tellstoriesaboutthem.

Color hike-Chooseone or two colorsand listall thingsseenin naturein thesecolorsalongtheway. Or haveeachboy takea differentcolor.

HIKES




OUTDOOR COOKING

Thereis somethingaboutcampcookingthat isspecial.Thereareseveralwaysof cooking;awoodfire with a grill over it, charcoalfire in astove-or abuddyburnerin ahobostove. Be-fore you cancookoutdoorsyou musthaveafire. Rememberthatthe fire makesthesuccessof thecooking. Learnwhento haveaquickhot fire, when to havegoodcoals,whentoplanfor afire that burnsfor a long while. Firebuilding, themaking of thefireplaceandcookinggo handin hand. The fire may be verysmall,justbig enoughto cookapancakeor itmaybe largeenoughto cookfood for a wholegroup. Largeor small,makingthefire is partofthefun of cooking.

Building afire is abig responsibility. HaveyourDenChief help theCubsbuild a fire andremindthemof thefollowing:

• Build afire only wheretheyhavepermission.• Haveagrownuparound. -

Planning a cookout

Keepthesethingsin mind:

• Planyourmenuscarefullyand write themdown.

• Make alist of thefood and equipmentneededfor thenumberofpeopleto beserved.

• Checkall planscarefully.• Packall thefoodcarefullyso it won’t spoil

or spill.• Storeyour foodproperlybeforeandafter

cooking.• Keep your foodpreparationsimple.• Be safetyconsciousatall timeswhenwork-

iñg aroundafire. Have a containerofwateravailableto usein caseof an emergencyorto put out thefire whenyou arethrough.

FIRE BUILDING AND SAFETY

Fire safetyEachyearin ourcountry around10 millionacresof woodlandand grasslandsgo up insmoke. Manyof thesefires aresetby peoplewho werecarelesswith campfires. Somerulesto follow whenbuilding fires are: -

• Checkaboutlawsregardingfires.• Wind conditions• Neveruseachemicalfuel.• Havefire fighting equipmentat thesite.• Clearawayfires• Do notbuild afire neartrees,rootsor under

handingbranches.• Make a ring of stone. Donot userocksthat

arefoundneara streambed or layeredrocks.

• Never leaveafire unattended.• Extinguisha fire properly. Spreadcoals,

sprinldewith wateruntil fire is cool. Stirwith a stick. Add morewater. Fire is notOut until you arewilling to stickyour handin it!

Firebuilding

WoodfiresFor afire to burnthreethingsarerequired:

1. Fuel-somekind of materialthat will burn.2. Heat-enoughto bringthefuel to ignition.3. Air-providesoxygenfor theburningprocess.

Whenoneof thesethreethingsis removed,thefire stopsburning. Themostcommonreasonafire will notburnis lackof oxygen. Thereis atendencyto packthe fuel too tightly so thereisno roomfor air. Watercoolsthefuel to belowtheignition point, dirt orsandcutsoff theoxygensupply.

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Fire needsthreedifferentkinds of fire material.

Tinder-thisshouldstartto burnassoonasitis touchedwith a lighted match. Usethintwigs, topsof driedweeds,wood shavings,dryerlint, etc.

Kindling-this is little sticksandcanbe assmall asapencil or as thick asyour thumb.

Fuel-this is largerwoodthatkeepsyourfiregoing. This woodshouldbe seasoned,thatis cut manymonthsagoandshouldbe dry.

Make a woodDileStackthewoodin threeseparatepiles, onefortinder,onefor kindling and onefor fuel. Buildthewoodpilefar enoughfrom thefire that nosparkscanfly into it, no matterhowthewindshifts. Coverwith plasticor a waterprooftarpso you will havedry woodwhenit is needed.

TeDeefire layThis fire laywill giveyou a quick fire forboiling in potsandfrying in pans.Startit byplacingalargehandfuloftinder. Thetips ofthesticksshouldcometogetherlike thepolesofan Indianteepee.Do acarefuljob, other-wisethekindling sticksmayflop overwhenthetinderhasburnedout.

To light thefire, crouchin front of thefire laywith yourbackto thewind. Strike amatch.Cup yourhandsaroundit for protection. Letitburninto a realflame. Now touchtheflame tothetindercloseto theground. A few minuteslater, thetinderhaslit thekindling. Give thekindling a goodstart.Thenfeedthefire from


thedownwindside. Usethinpiecesoffuel atfirst, thenthickerpieces.Continuefeedinguntilthefire is thesizeyou want.

Lean-tofire l~yThis is aslowerburningfire thanateepeefireandproducesgoodcoals. Startby pushingaGREEN“lean-to-stick”into the groundat aslant. Pointits tip into thewind. Thisstick isto keepthekindling uprightwhenthetinderhasburnedOut. Placeahandfulof tinder underthestick. Leankindling againstthe lean-tostick. Thenplacefuel againstthekindling.Strike a matchandlight thetinder.

Thesearehomemadeandsimple firestartersincaseyou needhelpgetting afire started.

Egg CUD burnerSawdustor dryerlint canbe mixed with meltedparaffin to makefire starters(about3/4 cup andenoughparaffinto saturatesawdustor lint).Usecardboardeggcartonor smalldixie cupsandinserta string in thecenterfor awick.

CandlestubsA candlestubworkswell. Placecandleincenteroftwigs. Light andput on moretwigs.Add largertwigs.

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Cooking gadgets

Buddy burnerTo be usedwith thehoboStove. Forthis youwill needatunacan,stripsof corrugatedcardboardfrom abox, a doubleboilerto meltwax,string for thewick, candlewaxor paraf-fin.

• Cut thecardboardinto strips thesameheightasthetunacan.

• Cut thestring a little longerthat thetunacan.

• Roll thecardboardsthpsandput themintothecan. Try to put thewick in thecenter.Thetighter thecardboardthelongerit burns.

• Melt thewax in adoubleboilerandslowlypourit overthecardboard.Make surethecanis full andthewick is Out. Let thewaxhardenbeforeusing.

• After using thebuddy burner,do not throwwateror it or turn it over. Smothertheflame with bottomof hobostoveto extinguish.

Hobostove3 lb. coffeecan-(or #10 can). Punchout withthangularbeveragecanopener5 or 6 punchesat thetop of can,5 or 6 puncheson theoppo-sitesideat bottom.

To usewith hobostove,light buddyburnerandmakesureit is burningwell. Thenplacehobostoveon top. This makeaexcellentstoveforeggs,pancakes,hamburgers,etc.

Tin cancharcoalstoveUsecoathangerwire throughholespunchedabout4 from bottomof a 3 lb. coffeecan.Punchholesaroundbottomof canwith atriangularbeveragecanopener.To useplacecharcoalin top of canandonesheetofwaddednewspaperin bottom. Whencharcoalpiecesareburningevenly,removechimneywithpliers andspreadcoalson ground.

DisposableCoathangerfrying panPull thebottomof acoathanderintoa Square.Bendthehookaroundsoit pointsdownwardtomakeahandle. Fold a lengthof heavydutyfoil into a doublesquareandslip thewirebetween.Fold andcrimp theedgesundertherim. Whencooking,theCenterwill depressslightly, preventingliquid from runningoff. Ifone is madefor eachpersonit canbe usedasaplate.

voi.Dro~L~

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RoastingtoolsWeiner,hamburgerormarshmellowroastingutensilsaremadefrom wire coathangerswhich havehadthepaintsandedor burnedoff.Handlesare eitherpiecesofwoodendowel,clothespins or spoolsgluedtogether.The boyscanaddtheirnamesto thehandle.

LargeootUsea2 lb. coffeecan,ahammer,pliersandalargenail. Punchtwo holesdirectly oppositeeachother,nearthetop rim of thecanwith anail. Make wire handlefrom thecoathanger.If you desire,bendapouringspoutforpouring.Your largepot is idealfor heatingwaterorstew. It fits insideyourhobostovefor travel-ing. For addedconviencemakeapot from a 1lb. cantoo. Now you haveacompletecookkit.

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Mini frying panA mini frying panmadefrom a small can(suchasfrom tuna) andacoathangeris ideal forcookouts. Thelong handlekeepsyou at anice,safedistancefrom theheat.To makethefrying pan,simply twist acoathangerwirearoundthe edgeof awashedandlabel-freecan.

HandwasherPokea small holein thebottomof a 1 1/2gallon detergentor bleachbottle. Plug it with asmall twig carvedto a point (or agolf tee). Touse: hangfrom a treeandremoveplugforrunningwater,replaceplugwhenfinished. Tiea stringon thetwig orgolf teeand attachtheotherendof thestring to thehandleof thebottlesothestopperisn’t misplacedduringuse.

Film cansaltandne~oershakersFilm cansmakegoodpersonalsaltandpeppershakers.Closethetop with tape-stickit on thesidewhenin use.

MatchboxA film canmakesa goodwater-proofmatchbox if you cut thematchesdownto fit. Be sureto put apieceof sandpaperinsidefor strikingmatches.



The boys will love being the “chef” whenmaking thesesimple outdoor recipes.

CampfireCinnamonRollsCrescenttyperollsGreenroastingsticksCinnamonBrownsugarButter

Openacrescentroll to flat shape,spreadwithbutter. Sprinklewith brownsugarandcinna-mon asdesired.Roll crescentroll aroundgreenstick. Hold overfire to bake. Do nothold to closeto fire asinsidecooksslowerthanoutside.

Eggs on aRaft1 pieceof bread1 eggButter

Scoopout theCenterof apieceof bread,about2 1/2 inchesin diameterandplaceon ahobostovegreasedwith butter. Crackopeneggandpourinto holeof bread. Seasonwith saltandpepperturningonce. Cookuntil done.

FrenchToast1 egg2 Thsp. of milkButterBreadCinnamonsugar

Crackegginto aflat bowl andmix in milk.Sprinklewith cinnamonsugar. Drip breadintomixture andplaceon greasedhobostove.Cook until brownand turn.

Fruit KabobCut oneinch sections:bananas,chunkpine-apple,marshmellowandmaraschinocherries.Alternateitemson stick. Heatover coalsuntilmarshmellowsaregoldenbrown.

Dogsin aBlanketHot dogsCanofcresentrollsMustard,catsup,relish

Roll acresentroll aroundeachhotdog. Cookon stick overlow coals. Removefrom stickwhendone. Addmustard,catsup,relishasdesired.

Minute PizzaEnglishmuffins1 canpizzasauceSlicesofpepperoniCheese -PlaceEnglishmuffin on foil. Putsauce,pepperoniand 1 sliceofcheeseon eachmuffin.Placeon coals 10-15minutes.

Individual TacoSalad1 small headlettuce -1 med.onion,chopped4 tomatoes,chopped4 oz. shreddedcheese1 lb. groundbeefTacospiceTacosauce12 individual bagsfritos

Shredlettuceinto bowl. Add onions,tomatoesandcheese.Tossandaddtacosauceto taste.

In skillet browngroundbeef,drainexcessgrease.Add tacospice.

Carefully openindividualbagsoffritos, addmeatmixture thensalandandsause.Serveinindividualbags.

Ants on aToiletSeat -1 apple2 Tblsp peanutbutterRaisens

Corean appleandsliceinto 5 piecescrosswise.Spreadeachslicewith peanutbutterandsprinldewith raisens.


Outdoor Activities Thru theLooking Glass

S’Mores2 grahamcrackers1 toated1 squareHersheychocolatebar

Toastmarshmellow.Put on grahamcracker.Putchoclateoin top ofhotmarshmellow.Topwith othergrahamcracker. Onewon’t beenough—you’llwant s’more!

GoroPlainM&M’sSugaredbreakfastcerealUnsaltednutsRaisens

Mix togetherthe items andput in individualplasticbags.This is a greatsnackwhentakingahike.

PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO SEE

Thefollowing placesarejustsomeof themanyplacesto go andthingsto seein thegreaterKansasCity area.Includedarethemostrecentaddressesandtelephonenumbers.Be sureto call beforegoing! Someplacehavea specialprogramtohelpCubson advancement.You will needtofind Out thecost, if any,what the facility hastooffer anddirections.

KansasCity

PARKS

SwopeParkSwopeParkway& MeyerBlvd.444-3113

Minor ParkHolmes& RedBridgeroads444-3113

LoosePark51stStreet& WomallRoad444-3113

PennValley ParkPershingRoad& Main Street444-3113

Blue River Parkway150thStreet& StateLine795-8200

Northland

HiddenValley ParkNorthRussellRoad&North BenningtonAvenue444-3113

HodgeParkN.E. Barry Road444-3113

WatkinsMills StatePark6 Miles north ofExcelsiorSprngs.296-3387

Smithville LakeU.S. 169 orMissouri92532-0803

WestonBend StateParkMissouri45386-5443

East

FlemingPark,LakeJacomo& BlueSpringsLakeWoodsChapelRoad795-8200

Blue & GrayParkBuckner-TarsneyRoad795-8200

LongviewLakeRaytown& LongviewRds.795-8200



Fort Osage-— Northwestof Sibley

795-8200

Little Blue TraceBlueMills Road795-8200

BurrOakWoodsNatureCenterNorthof1-70,Westof MO 7228-3766

WyandotteCountyPark1-70 north of BonnerSprings299-0550

CassCounty

HarrisonvilleCity ParkLexington& Ash St.884-6233

ANIMALS

JohnsonCounty

AntiochParkAntiochRoad831-3355

ShawneeMissionPark79th Street& RennerRd.831-3355

TomahawkRecreationComplex17501 MidlandDrive831-3355

HeritagePark16050Pflumm831-3355

OverlandParkCommunityPark135thSt & SwitzerRoad381-5252

Black Bob Park14500W. 151 St764-6163

Sar-Ko-ParTrails Park87th St.Parkway& LackmanRd.541-8592

ErnieMiller Park& NatureCenter909 N. Kansas7764-7759

DeannaRoseFarmstead138thSt. & SwitzerRoad381-5252

LakesideNatureCenter5600 E. GregoryBlvd.444-4656

KansasCity Zoo1-435& GregoryBlvd.

333-7405

MUSEUMS

Children’sMuseumof KansasCityLowerLevel-IndianSpringsCenter4601 StateAve287-8888

KansasCity MuseumGladstone& BentonBlvds.483-8300

TheToy & MiniatureMuseum5235OakStreet -333-2055

Wonderscope16000W.65th St.268-8130

BACK IN TIME

WyandotteCounty

WyandotteCountyLakePark91stSt. & LeavenworthRd.

- 299-0550

Liberty Memorial MuseumPennValley Park221-1918



MissouriTownLakeJacomoatFlemingPark795-8200ext. 260

Fort OsageMuseumSibley, in easternJacksonCo.795-8200ext. 260

MahaffieHouse& Famistead1100Old KansasCity Road782-6972

LoneJackCivil War MuseumOff U.S.50566-2272

ShoalCreek7000N.W. Barry Road444-4363

AlexanderMajorsHistorical House8201 StateLine333-5556

WomallHouseMuseum146W. 6lstTerr.444-1858

GrinterHouseKansas32299-0373

Old ShawneeTown57th & Cody St.268-8772

ShawneeIndianMission53rdSt. & MissionRd.262-0867

Harry S. TrumanLibraryU.S. 24 & N. DelawareAve.833-1400

Treasureof theSteamboatArabia4thandGrandSt.471-4030

JesseJamesBankMuseumOld Town Square,Liberty781-4458

JamesFamily FarmOff Missouri922635-6065

1859Jail Museum217 N. Main St.252-1892

AgriculturalHail of Fame630 N. 126thSt.721-1075

Bingham-WaggonerEstate313 W. Pacific Ave.461-3491

BruceR. WatkinsCulturalHeritageCenter3700BlueParkway923-6226

Ben Ferrel PlatteCo. Museum3rd & FerrelSt.431-5121

Black Archivesof Mid-America2033Vine St.483-1300

Train to NowhereBaldwin City, Ks.

Museumof NaturalHistoryKU Campus,Lawrence864-4540or 864-4450

FrontierArmy MuseumFt. Leavenworth684-3191 or684-5604

LeavenworthCity Museum11285th Ave.682-7759

PonyExpressMuseum914 Penn,St. Joseph,Mo.279-5059


BLUE & GOLD

IntroductionsBanquetPlanningSampleBy-DateCalendar 2BanquetCommittees 2Ty.pesof Banquets 3TheProgram 4Invitations 4Blue andGold Entertainment 4Invocations 5BlueandGold Decorations 6SampleDecorations:

GeneralDecorations 6Tiger Cubs 9Wolf 11Bear 12Webelos 13PartyFavorsandOtherBanquetIdeas 15

BanquetSparkiers 17


BLUE AND GOLD BANQUET

TheBlue andGold banquetis probablythemostexcitingeventofthewholeyearbecauseit is a birthdayparty for Cub Scoutingin whichall packfamiliescantakepart. Thebanquetisheldin February,theanniversarymonthof theBoy Scoutsof America. Thepack’sbig cel-ebrationgetsits namefrom theCub Scoutcolors,blueandgold.

Somepacksmakethedinnerapotluck affairwith eachfamily bringinga covereddish andotherpackspreferbuying thefood,havingitpreparedby aparent’scommitteeandthenpro-ratingthecostamongthoseattending.

Theplanof feedingisn’t important. It is theCub Scoutingthat happensin making theprogramcometruethat counts. Densgettogetherwith theirfamiliesso thatdenspiritandfamily relationshipsarestrengthened.Guestsmaybe invited and areseatedeitherataheadtable orwith thedens. Banquetarrange-mentsmustbe madeandplanningdonewell inadvance.Decorationsmaybe aselaborateorassimple asyou wish. Attractivemenucardsor dinnerprogramscanbe made;placecards,centerpieces,placemats,nutcupsandfavorsareall suggestionsofthingswhich might-beused.Thedinnerprogramshouldincludeentertainmentfrom within thepack,ratherthanoutsideentertainment.Also don’t forget theimportanceof recognizingadvancementoftheboys. This is thesecretof a successfulBlueandGold banquet. -

Thereareafew importantthingsto remember:

1. Be surethatpackleaders,boysandpar-entsknow thattheBlue andGold banquetis Cub Scouting’sbirthdaycelebration.

2. Beginplanningat leasttwo monthsahead.Somepacksbeginearlier.

3. KISMIF - to borrowan oldie butgoodie-

“KeepIt Simple, MakeIt Fun”.4. Involve leadersandparents. Sharingre-

sponsibilitiesmakesit easierandmorefunfor everyone.

5. Let theboyshelpplanandmakethedeco-rationsbutkeepthecutting andpastingto aminimum. Do let them helpmakeeachitem.

Blue & Gold

To be successful,thebanquetmustbe wellplannedin advance.A banquetchairmanisselectedby thepackcommittee.Thatpersonrecruitshelpersto carryOut theresponsibilitieslisted on thefollowing pages.This generaloutline will helpmakeyourplanningeasier.Try to involve as manypeopleaspossibleandavoidgiving denleaderstoo manyadditionalresponsibilities- theywill be working withtheirdens. Thefollowing arestepsto planningaBlue andGold banquet.ThebanquetoftentakestheplaceoftheFebruarypackmeeting,althoughit is not necessarilyheld on theregularmeetingnight.

SelectDate,Time and Place

In selectingtheplace, considerthe following:1. Adequatespacefor seatinganddisplays2. Availability ofparkingspace,restrooms,

coatracks3. Programneeds,suchasniicmphone,stage,etc.4. Conveniencefor foodpreparationand/or

serving5. Reservethemeetingplacewell in advance.

Dinner1. Selectmealplan- cateredor potluck.2. Determineservingneeds- kitchen and

utensils.3. Selectmenuandestimatecost.4. Assignservingandcleanupjobs.

Program1. Makeassignmentsfor variOuspartsof the

program.2. Invocation3. Welcomeand introductionofguests4. Ceremonies- prepareprops5. Recognition’sof boys,leadersand parents6. Entertainment

Decorations1. Roomdecorations2. Table decorations3. Displays

Publicity1. Inform all packfamilies ofdate,time,place

andcost.2. Invitations - Considerinviting guestssuch

astheheadof thecharteringorganization,schoolprincipal,CharteringOrganizationRepresentative,ScoutmasterandDistrictCommissioner.

BANOUET PLANNING


Blue & Gold

SAMPLE BY-DATE CALENDAR

Startplanningearly. Allow you andyourboysplentyof time to maketheeveningasuccess.Thefollowing is basedon theBlue andGoldbanquetbeingheldthelastweekin February.Adjust accordingly.

August:Annualpackplanningmeeting.Decideon time andplacefor Blue andGold, ifpossible. If theschoollocationis desired,besureall requisitionsfor building arestarted.RecruittheBlueand Gold chairman.

September/October:Recruitcommitteesub-chairmen(physicalarrangements,invitation,program,dinner).

November: Be sure location hasbeenselectedandreserved.Subcommitteeto begindutiesasstated.AttendBlue andGoldclassatPowWow to gethelp to getyou started. -

December:Write downplans,sharewithotherson committee.

January: WEEK ONE: Blue andGold com-mitteeto meetwith denleadersto give ideasfor decorations,program,invitation, informa-tion, etc. Dinnercommitteeneedsto havedecisionmadeon whatto eatandhow it will beserved. Entertainmentshouldbe securedand/or assignmentsmade. Physicalarrangementscommitteevisit locationof banquetto checkout needs.WEEK TWO: Densbeginwork on decora-tions. -WEEK FOUR: Invitations for Blue andGoldbanquetto families. Specialguestinvitationsmailed.

February:WEEK ONE: Re-confirmlocation,time andplace. Re-confirmentertainment.Buy supplies,plates,coffee,etc. -WEEK TWO: Programagendareadyforprinting. Deadlinefor R.S.V.P. Letdinnercommitteeknowreservationsto makeafinalfood order.WEEK THREE: Makeseatingchart. Give toset-upcommittee.

Banquet Day: Early P.M. setup, needsto bescheduledsopeoplehavetime to go backhomeif needed.This is it! HaveFUN! Late P.M.cleanup. Be sureto write “thankyou” notesfor entertainment,donations,etc.


‘The following adult committeesmaybe helpfulin arrangingandputting on aBlue andGoldbanquet.

PhysicalArrangementCommittee1. Makesarrangementfor banquetlocation

approximately6 weeksin advance. -2. Checksseatingcapacity- numberof tables

available. Estimatesattendance.3. Checkslighting, stage,heating,public

addresssystem.4. Locatesrestrooms- makesuretheywill be

open.5. Checksavailability ofcoatroom orcoat

racks.6. Makesfloor planof tables,plansseating,

headtable (if desired). -7. Makesarrangementsto getinto building

earlytheday ofbanquet.8. Setsup tablesandchairsforthe dinner.9. Informsdenswhattimetheycandecorate.

(Be sureto allow time forpeopleto gethomeanddressfor dinner.).

10. Arrangesfor clean-upconimittee.

Invitation Committee1. Makesarrangementsfor invitationsto be

sentto eachfamily throughthedens.Everyfamily shouldknow thedate,time,place,cost-ifany andwhatfood theyaretobring-if any. -

2. Sendswritten invitationsto honoredguests.You maywish to includesuchpeopleasthe

- principalof theschool,representativesfrom thecharteringorganization,PTAPresident,District Executives,Unit Cornmissioner,neighborhoodScoutmaster,etc.Don’t forgettheDenC~iefs.

3. Followsup to seehow manyguestsplantoattendandnotify thephysicalarrangementscommitteeso seatingcanbe planned.

4. On banquetnight,meetsguestsatthedoor,furnishesthemwith anametagandhelpsthemfind their seats.

ProgramCommittee1. Determineswhetherguestswill be seatedat

theheadtable orwith dens. Notifiesphysicalarrangementscommitteeso seat-ing canbeplanned. -

2. SelectsMasterofCeremonies.3. Makesassignmentsfor variouspartsof the

program: invocation,welcomeandintroduction ofguests,opening& closing,recognition,entertainment.



4. Plansroom decorations- exhibitsanddisplays, Tabledecorationscanbe handledby eachden.

5. Makescopiesof programfor peoplepartici-pating(or you maywishto haveaprintedprogramfor everyoneattending).

6. TheCubmastershouldbe amemberofthiscommittee.

7. Avoid speecheson theprogram.8. Includeaplannedactivity for smallchildren

so theywon’t run wild. TheDenChiefscould be askedto helpcontrolthem.

9. Decideswhetherto includea FriendsofScoutingpresentation.

DinnerCommittee1. Decidesservingmethod- catered,potluck,

or committeeprepared.2. Decideif thepackwill provide suchthings

assalt,pepper,sugar,napkins,drinks, etc.If so, makearrangementsto buy orhavetheseitemsdonated. Inform densof yourplans. You couldhaveeachfamily bringtheirownplatesandsilverware.Note: Planto havecakeorcupcakes.Thisis Scouting’sBirthday!!

If catered-

a. Contactcaterer- agreeon menuandcost.

b. Takereservationsandestimatecost.c. Checkwith catereron time of delivery,

finding Out if theyprovideplates,silver-wareandnapkins. Are drinksand dessertincluded?

d. Plantwo servinglines, if morethan 150peopleareattending.

e. Collectmoneyprior to banquet.If potluck -

a. Decideif denswill plan theirownmenus or if eachdenfamily will bringfood to contributeto an overall menu.

b. If densplantheir own menus,eachdenleadershouldactascoordinator.

If committeeprepared-

a. Selectmenu.b. Recruitcommitteeto preparefood.c. Takereservationsand estiinatesof

attendance.d. A few daysbeforebanquet,purchase

food anddeliverit to membersof thecommitteewho will be preparingit. Itis easiestto purchasefood from thepackfundsthenreplaceit whenmoneyis collectedfrom everyone.

e. Collectmoneyprior to banquet.

Blue & Gold

1. Potluck#1: Eachden’sfamilies areaskedto provideonemain dish and oneextradish(salad,vegetable,or dessert).All food isplacedon one tableandservedbuffet style.Thepackprovidesthebeveragesandbreads.Nochargeis madefor themeal.

2. Potluck#2: Eachden’sfamiliesareaskedto provideeitheravegetable,salad,ordessert.Thepackprovidesthemeat,beveragesandbreads.All food is placedon onetable andservedbuffet style. Achargeis madeto covertheexpenses.

3. Family Style Potluck: As is #1, exceptfoodis only on thetable(s)assignedto thatdenandis passedfamily style. Thedenmayprovidebreadsandbeveragesor thepackmayprovidethem. No chargeismadefor themeal.

4. Cook Your Own: The pack decideson themenu,purchasesthefood,anddistributesitto thedensfor cookingandpreparing. Achargeis madefor thecostofthefood.

5. Box Supper#1: Each family is askedtobring onebox supperfor eachfamilymember. All boxesarecollectedat thedoorandareauctionedoff for a packmoney-makingproject. Thefamily mem-bersmayeattogether,sharingtheboxestheypurchased.

6. Box Supper#2: Each family bringsaboxsupperfor threepeople.Thesesuppersareauctionedoff asin #5 but thepersonwhobuysthemealmusteatwith thepersonwhopreparedit, plus onechild.

7. Box Supper#3: Useeither of the twosuppermethods,exceptno chargeis madefor themealsandno auctionheld.

8. SponsorDinner: The sponsoringorganiza-tion providesall food,beveragesandcondiments. No chargeis madefor themeal.

9. CateredMeal: Thepackarrangeswith alocal catererto provide all or aportionofthemeal. Costsdeterminetheprocessoftickets. Usually childrenfive andunderarefree.

TYPES OF BANQUETS

Heart Of America Council Pow-Wow 1993

Blue & Gold

THE PROGRAM


Representative

Scouttroops

INVITATION10. Cafeteria#1: Sometimesthebanquetisheld in a schoolcafeteriaandtheschoolprovidesthemeal, chargingeachpersongoingthrough theline.

11. Cafeteria#2: Thepackpurchasesthefoodwhich is preparedby thecafeteriastaff.Chargeis basedon costof food andchargesforthestaff, if not donated.Packmemberscansubstitutefor or assistthecafeteriastaff, to Cut costs. -

12. Restaurant:A local restaurantis selectedasthebanquetsiteandamenuis chosen.Chargesarebasedon therestaurantcharge.

- Be sureto securethecostof themeal,plustax andtip.

13. DessertSpecials: a)Dessertprovidedbysponsor.b)Father(orparent)-soncake-bake. c)Build a sundae:ice creamin -

commercialcontainers,toppings— syrups,nutsand whippedcream.

14. Birthday Party: No foodbut insteadhavecakeandice creamto celebrateScouting’sBirthday.

Whatis aBlue andGold invitation? It is justabouteveryone’sfirst noticethat somethingspecialis coming in Cub Scouting. Put yourbestface forward.

Whatshouldan invitation look like? It cantakealmostany shapebut it shouldreflect theidealsof Cub Scoutingand thetypeofcelebra-tion you areplanning.

Whatinformation shouldbe on theinvitation?

Who’sdoingthe inviting....the packnumber.What they’reinvited to ....abanquet,celebra-tion, birthdayparty,icecreamsocial,etc.When thecelebrationis to takeplace....thedate.Whattimethecelebrationstarts....thetime.Wherethecelebrationis beingheld....thenameandaddressof thefacility.R.S.V.P thenameandphonenumberof thedenleader.

Who makestheinvitation?TheCub Scouts! Keepit simple,makeit fun.

Who do theyinvite?•EveryCub Scoutfamily•TheTiger CubGroup•Theclergy•CharteringOrganization•Unit Commissioner•District Executives•District Commissioners•Scoutmastersof areaBoy•PastCubmasters•The“owner” of thebanquetfacilityGuestspeaker

•Entertainer

When shouldthe invitationsbe delivered?Three(3)weeksbeforeyour celebration.

BLUE AND GOLD ENTERTAINMENT

To createa successfulBlueandGold banquettheremustbe pre-planning. Entertainmentisoneof themostimportantparts,whetherthis ispackparticipationor outsideentertainment.Plansshouldbe consideredat leasttwo monthsaheadof time.

Contentsof typical program:•List ofpackleaders•List ofden leaders•List ofDenChiefs•CharteringOrganizationRepresentative.•CharteringOrganizationrecognition•Principalof school -•Pastorofchurch•Poems•Prayers

A typical banquetagendawould include:•Openingceremony•Invocation•Dinner•Songs•Welcomeandintroductions•IntroductionofTiger Cub Group(s)•Greetingfrom headof CharteredOrgani-

zation•Inductionceremony(if any)•Entertainment•Webelosdemonstration•Advancementandawardsceremony•Recognitionof leaders•Graduationceremony(if any)•Announcementsandthankyou’s•Closingceremony



Outsideentertainmentmaycostvery little andsometimesnothing. Someaskto be includedin themealor whateveris beingserved,so besurethereis extrafood. Be sureand-checkforspecialarrangementsthat maybe needed.

EntertainmentIdeas

Packdevelopedentertainment:1. Eachdenprepareaskit, song,stuntor

puppetshow.2. Parentandchild talentshow3. Cubmasteranddenleadersorcommittee

personsprepareaskit usingadultsatthebanquet.

4. Scoutdemonstrations(campcooking,monkeybridge,skills)

OutsideEntertainment1. Animal demonstrationsby thecountypark —

associations,by thezoo,by thePoliceCaninegroup,by dog obedienceschools

2. Bicycleclubs - -3. Clowns4. Dancedemonstrations:Danceschoolsin

yourarea,squaredancers,HaskellInstitute(Indian), Indiandancers(local Scout -Troops),Mic-O-Saydancers,Orderof theArrow dancers

5. Karatedemonstrations6. Magic acts7. Music - Cub Scoutsfrom thepack, fiddlers

and othermusicalinstruments,schoolandchurchchoirs,adultsandchildren’ssinginggroups

8. Sports(pro andamateurs)9. Miscellaneousideas- shortplay (local

theatergroup),entertainingfilms(no homemoviesor slides),cartoonartist, police andfire department,storytellers

INVOCATIONS

ScoutLitany

Thoushaltlove theLord thy Godwith all thineheart. (Deuteronomy6:15)I ________ PROMISETO DO MY BESTTO DO MY DUTY TO GOD.

Blessedis thenationwhoseGodis theLord.(Psaim33:12)I________ PROMISE TO DO MY BESTTO DO MY DUTY TO MY COUNTRY.

Thoushaltlovethy neighborasthy self.(Romansl3:9)

Blue & Gold

PROMISE TO DO MY BESTTO HELP OTHERPEOPLE AT ALL TIMES.

My son,forgetnotmy law: but let thineheartkeepmy commandments.(Proverbs3:1)I ________PROMISETO DO MY BESTTO OBEY THE LAW OF THE PACK.

CubScoutPrayer

0, Lord that I - will do my bestI cometo thee in prayer.Help meto helpotherseverydayAnd teachmeto be square.To honorMother andFather-And to obeytheCub ScoutLaw, too.This I askthat I maybe aloyal -Cub Scouttrue. Amen -

Cub Parents’sPrayer

Look down upon my son, Dear Lord,This smiling Cub-ofmine.-Pleasetakehis handalongtheway,Sohe mayneverstray.Blessmy sontonight, DearLord,Andhelphim walk with Thee.Give himcomfort,warmthandlove;He’s all theworld to me.Blesshis daily efforts,And makethemstrongandtrue.For life’s aheavyburden,And we’re all in needofyou. Amen

A Scouter’sGoldenODgortunity

I tookapieceofplasticclayAnd idly fashionedit oneday;And asI pressedit, stillIt bent andyielded to my will.

I cameagainwhenday waspastThatbit of claywashardat last;My earlyimpressstill it boreAnd I couldchangeit’s form no more.

You takea pieceof living clayAnd gently form it day by day;Molding with yourpowerandartA youngboy’s soft andyieldingheart.

Youcomeagainwhendaysaregone,It is amanyou look upon;Yourearlyimpressstill it bore,You couldchangehim nevermore.


Blue & Gold

You aredealingwith aboyThatmustbe guidedunaware;Must be shown,but oh sogently,How to live uponthesquare.

Pinsandbadgesaren’ttheobject,Characterbuilding is thegoal;Do not looseyourcouragesir,You arepiloting asoul.

BLUE AND GOLD DECORATIONS

CENTERPIECESDenFamily TreeMaterials:

Schoolpicturesfrom eachden memberDeadtreebranch2-liter plasticpop bottlePlasterof Paris

Directions:Cutoutpicturesandattachto branchesoftree. Settreebranchin plasterof parisinthebottomof a2-liter pop bottle.

Insi~niaCenterpiecesMaterials:

1/4” plywood4 blocks4” x 4 of 1” x 4” pineboardsLargeCub ScoutInsigniastickers

Directions:Cut 1/4” plywood squaresto fit largeCutScoutInsigniastickers. Cut a square1”basefor each.Paintwood, affix stickersonboth sides. A Cub ScoutdencouldhavetheBobcat,Wolf and Bearemblemsplacedatintervalsdown thetable. TheWebelosdencouldusetheWebelosemblemin the

center,with candleson eitherside.Ilit

EJ

CentemieceMaterials:

1/4” plywoodThin dowel

Directions:Usinggrid method,enlargefigure andcutfrom plywood. Cutslot in scrapwoodbaseandglue in figure. Glue thin dowel to handfor flagstaff. Decorateasdesired.

FountainSprayMaterials:

2 liter plasticpop bottleCurledribbonorstripsof construction

paperBalloons

Directions:Cut thetop of thebottle. Fill with curledribbonorconstructionpaperto give foun-tain or fireworkstypeeffect. Balloonsmaybe added.

PaoerbackScoutCenterpieceMaterials:

Old paperbackbooksPaint -HeavypaperGlueStringCub Scouthat,neckerchief

chief slide

Directions: -

To fold theheadandthe body,removethecoverson thepaperbackbooks. To makefolding easier,marktheoutsideedgesofeachentirebookC’X’s” on drawing)with apencil. Mark theinsideedgesof thefold(blackdotson drawing)by makingpinholesthroughasmanypagesaspossible.


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Fold eachpagein steps,asshownby thebroken lines.

For thehead,removethecoversoftwo150-pagebooks. Mark andfold eachpage,as shown. After folding eachbook,tie thetwo bookstogetherattheircenterpageswith string andpaint.

Forthebody, removethecoversoftwo250-pagebooks. Markandfold eachpage,asshown. After folding eachbook, tie thetwo bookstogetherattheircenterpageswith string andpaint.

For eachear,cut heavypaper,1 1/4” X2 1/4”, asshown. Glue eachearbetweentwo pagesatthesideof thehead.

For eacharm,cut an armandhandfromheavypaper,following thediagram. Gluebetweentwo pagesat thesidesof thebody.

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Blue andgold constructionpaperCoathanger2 liter plasticbottlePlasterof paris

Directions:Usethebottomof a2 liter bottle andfillwith plaster.Usea coathangerto suspendthekite that is madefrom blue andgoldconstructionpaper. Decoratekite to looklike Cub Scouts’neckerchiefs.

Matenals:Constructionpaper

Directions:Eachboy makesonefor his family. Usegrid methodto enlargeScoutingemblemtodesiredsize. ForCub Scoutheadsilhou-ette,haveeachdenmemberdrawsilhouetteof anotheron papertapedto wall by outlin-ing shadowcastby a stronglampon theoppositesideofthe boy’s head. This canbe usedfor invitations,placemats,pro-grams,nutcupsor placecards.

Kite CentertjieceMaterials:

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BannerInvitationsMaterials: -

Blue orgold constructionpaperDowel rodsor Straws

Directions:Cut constructionpaperin 4 X 10 inchpiecesandfold in half. Notch top and glueon strawordowel to makedoublebanner.Make drawingsandletteringwith markingpens.Cut fringe in bottom.

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NeckerchiefInvitationsMaterials:

Yellow tissuepaperBlue ink penor markerBlue pipecleaner

Directions:Foreachinvitation cuta doublesheetoftissue 9 X 9 inchessquare. Fold tissuediagonallyasyou would fold aneckerchief.With blueink drawa borderandatthecornerdraw anemblem. On insidefold ofneckerchief,write yourinvitation with all

- necessarydetails. Thenroll yournecker-chiefin customarywayandfastenendstogetherwith a circle of bluepipecleaner.

PLACEMATSWovenPlacemats

Materials:Blue andyellow constructionpaper


Directions:Cut yellow constructionpaperinto oneinchstrips. Cutslits in blueconstructionpaperoneinch lengthwise.Weaveyellow stripsin blueconstructionpaper.

RibbonPlacematsMaterials:

Blue andyellow constructionpaper

Directions:Cut slots in bluepaperasshown. Threadslotswith 1” yellow stripsof constructionpaper.

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SilhouetteProgramsMaterials:

9” X 12” blueandyellow constructionpaper

Blackconstructionpaper

Directions: -Cut silhouetteof Cub Scoutbelow frOmblackconstructionpaper. Glue on blueandyellow constructionpaperfoldedin half.Silhouettesof individual boyscanbemadeusing a brightlight andtracing silhouetteon papertapedto wall.

Accordion TableRunnerMaterials:

5 X 7 blank indexcards

Directions:Eachboy makesdrawingsof oneachieve-menton indexcard. Tapecardstogetheranduseastablerunnerorcenterpiece.

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TigerCubsCenterpieceMaterials: -

Dish detergentbottle or 1# coffeecan2 1/2” or 3’ styrofoamballOrangeand blackpaintOrangeandblackconstructionpaperGlueGoggly eyes2 blackpipecleaners

Directions:Paintbottleorcan andstyrofoambail withorangepaint. Useblackpaintfor stripesandpaws. Attachball ashead. Usecon-structionpaperfor earsandnose. Glue ongogglyeyesandpipecleanersfor the -

whiskers.

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For thebase,invert ajarlid, about3”across(or largerif necessary,if you in-creasesizeof mobile). Gluehalfof a3”plastic foamball insidethe lid. Paintorleavenatural. Formwire into adiamondshapewith a2” tail on onecorner(seeillustration). Insertwire into foambail.With threadhangtigerfaces(seepattern)from eachcornerofwire.

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TigerCubsReachfor theSky CenterpieceMaterials:

Whiteor orangemugOrangehelium filled balloons22 gaugefloral wireMetallic shreddedpackagestuffing and

coloredcellophaneStyrofoam-sizeof insideofmugTiger Cub stickersor makeyourownSilverstarsfrom aluminumfoilGlue

Directions:Placeapieceof styrofoam,largeenoughtowedgedowninto themug, on asheetofcoloredcellophanewrap. Pushall thewaydown. Addmetallicshreddedpackagestuffing. StickTigerCubsand starsbacktobackon theend of22 gaugefloral wire.Cut wire to desiredlength andstick intostyrofoam. Bendto suit. Tie 3 heliumballoonsto themughandle.

Materials:Black andorangeconstructionpaperGlue

Directions:Cut Out pawprint patternin blackconstruc-tion paper. Glue on orangeconstructionpaperthathasbeenfolded in half.

Tiger MobileMaterials:

JarlidFoamballPaintThreadGaugefloral wire orcasthangerConstructionpaperGlue ProgramandInvitationCovers


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PlacematsMaterials:

12’ X 18” orangeconstructionpaperBlack temperapaintSpongesClearcontactpaper

Directions:Enlargestencil. Cut out tigerfacestencilor pawprint stencilon clearcontactpaper. Stencilon constructionpaperwithtemperapaint. Usespongesto applypaint.

CatPlpcecardor Nut CupCoverMaterials:

1 eggcarton1 orangechenillebump, 3’ size1 pieceribbon,3/8’ wide X 5” long1 piecered paper1 barewire, #26 gauge2 movableeyes,9mmTackyglueOrangeandblackpaint

Directions:To makehead,cut 2 cupsasin Fig. 1 andgluetogether. For body, cut anothercupsasin Fig. 2. Glue headto body Fig. 3.Cutearsfrom paper. Cut slit in ear.Overlapslit to cup ears. Glue to hold.Glue earsto head. Fig. 4. Cutoff thehook thatholds lid to box. Cut hook inhalf. Glue one halfto facefor nose.Paintcatorangewith black,stripes. Letdry. Glue eyesandtongueto face.Fig.4. Cut4-1” piecesof wire andglue2to eithersideofnosefor whiskers. Glue1 chenillebumpto rearfor tail. Makeasmall bow andglueto neck.

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Directions:Enlargepatternoftigerskin. Cut Out oforangeconstructionpaper. Usemarkingpento makestripesandfacial features.Fold armsto touchand glue.

TigerCandyJarMaterials:

Baby foodjar with lidScrapsof felt(black,red, orange)Orangeconstructionpaper-Black and orangetemperapaintBlackpipecleaners

Directions:Paintjar andlid with orangepaint. Paint

- blackstripeson lid andjar. Let dry. Cutout earsfrom orangefelt. Glue on lid.Cut outnoseandeyesfrom blackfelt.Glue on jar. Cutpieceof red felt for -tongueand gluein place. Gluepipecleanersfor whiskers.

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Tiger EarsMaterials:

2 orangepipecleaners,12 long2 brown pipecleaners,12” long

Directions:Twist 1 orangeand 1 brown pipecleanertogetherlengthwise. Cutremainingpipecleanerin half. Twist 1 orangeand 1black6” lengthtogether. Attachthe2-6”piecesto the 12” pieceasshown. Wearon headasheadband.

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Napkin RingsMaterials:

OrangeconstructionpaperBlackmarkingpenGlue



WOLF

DenCandleCentemieceMaterials:

Shoebox lidBlue foil paperCardboardrolls in graduatedsizesGold foil paperRedconstructionpaperFeltpen

Directions:Coverlid with bluefoil paper. Make fiveholesin top. Insertgraduatingsizedcardboardrolls coveredwith gold foil tosimulatecandles.Useredconstructionpaperfor flames. Usefelt markerforlettering.

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Wolf InvitationsandProgramCoversMaterials:

Blue andyellow constructionPaperGlueBlue andgold ribbon or yarn

Directions:Cut thewolf headout of blueconstruc-tion paperusingpattern. Glue on yellowpaper. Insidemessageorprogramcanbetyped or copiedandgluedin. Tie to-getherwith blueandgold ribbonor yarn.

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FetishWolf PlacematandProgramCoversMaterials:

Blue andyellow constructionpaperGlue

Directions: -

Enlargewolf pattern. Cutout of yellowpaperandglueon blueconstructionpaper.

Materials:.- . -.

Film canorpill-bottleTwo marblesPaperMarkersScissorsGlue

Directions:Putthemarblesin thecontainerandreplacelid. Traceandcut thepatternonpaper. Color with markers. Glue headandarmsto can. Leavea 3/4” spaceandgluelegs to can. Roll the scoutalongatable andwatchhim somersault.Greatfor namecards.

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Materials:Blue andgold constructionpaperMarkersor crayons

Directions:Enlargepatterns.Cut stencilsfrom cardboardandhavescoutscolor themin onconstructionpaperwith markersorcrayons.

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BEARBearCenterpieceMaterials:

LargeballoonPaintCardbOardConstructionpaper

Directions:Inflate balloon. Painton faceon balloon.Usecardboardandconstructionpaperforfeet,arms,andears. -

Napkin Ring-BearMaterials:

Bearlollipop candymoldHydrocalor plasterofparisTwist tie orchenillestemClay-to block thelollipop stickholeAcrylic paint -

Directions:Mix asmall amountofplaster,accordingto packagedirection,abouttheconsis-tencyof pancakebatter. Spooninto

mold. Gently tapthemold to allowplasterto level andbubblesto cometotop. Benda twist tie in half andplacebentendin themold. Whenplasteris setup, (it becomeshotwhenreadyto removefrom mold) removefrom mold carefully.Allow to dry for atleast24 hours. Paintasdesired.Canbe usedfor tie slide later.Therearefour differentbearson thecandymolds. Youcanmakeall fourfora TeddyBearParadeeffect.

Nut Cup-BearMaterials:

TeddyGrahamcookiesNut cupsGlue

Directions:Glue TeddyGrahamsaroundnutcup sohandsjoin. Putonesticking up on thebackedgealso. Fill with nutsor candyandenjoy.

PawNut Cu~Materials:

Nut cups


Yellow constructionpaperBluemarker

Directions:Usemarkerto drawapawprint on apieceofyellow constructionpaper. Cutoutpawandglue to anutcup.

BearPlacemat-FaceandPawsMaterials:

18” X 12” blueconstructionpaperBrown constructionpaperGlue

- Directions:Useblueconstructionpaperfor placemat.Traceorcopy on browntheface,pawsand arms. Cutout-. Glue face,pawsandarmson placemat.Letboys adddecora-tions formom,dad, sisters,brothers,themselves,asdesired. Example- bows

Platewill Sit in thefor mom,tie for dad.empty spot.

Materials:Constructionpaper

Directions:Copy ortracepatternusedforbearplacematon constructionpaper. Let boyswrite invitation detailsin square. Canbereproducedontoconstructionpaperorpaperyou aregoing to use. Cut Out onoutsidelines.Fold aimsin tosendinvitation.

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BearFetishMaterials:

Constructionpaper

Directions:Enlargepatternand usefor aplacematorusefor individualplacecards,invitations,nutcupsor napkinrings.

WEBELOS

CampsiteCenterpieceMaterial: - - -

- Plywoodcut in sizedesiredfor baseofcenterpiece -

PapermachemixtureNewspaperstripsFoilGluePiecesof greenspongeScrappiecesof cloth to maketentsStringSmall twigsPaint

Arrow of Light CenterpieceMaterials:

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Rigid plastic foamblock or scrapwood7 candles(blueandyellow)Smallbowsof blueandyellow ribbon

Directions:Cut arrowfrom plasticorwood. Drillholesfor sevencandles.Bows maybetied at baseof candles.

Materials:CardboardrollsBrown paperTapeFine-line markingpenScissorsChickenwireRedandyellowcrepepaperBox lidSmalldowelsString

Directions:Sealthe endsof cardboardrolls with tapeon brownpaper. Covertherolls withcrumpledbrownpaper,usingafine-linemarkingpento makemarkingsresem-bling bark. Flameis achickenwire basecoveredwith redandyellow crepepaper.Campfire is assembledon adecoratedbox lid. Dowels,lashedtogetheratthetop areusedfor supports.You maywishto hanga miniaturepot over thefire.Napkinsrings, placecardsandfavorscanall be madein theshapeof logs to matchthecenterpieces.Placematscouldbe aconstructionpaperrectangle(about 12’ X16’) with a cutoutofa campfiregluedtoit. Optional: Make tentsto go aroundthefire oruseasnametags.

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CampfireCenterpiece

Directions:To makethelandon thebase,model itwith papermache. Leavea depressiontoform a lake. Be sureto build sidesuphigh aroundlake. Line thelakewith foiland addsmall amountof water. To maketrees,usesmallbranchesor twigs andgluepiecesofgreenspongeto them forleaves. For tents,Cut rectangularpiecesofcloth. Tie string to woodsticksarrang-ing cloth over sticksandgluing in place.

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WebelosInvitationMaterials:

Brown andblackconstructionpaper

Directions:Usegrid methodto enlargepatterntodesiredsize. Cut from coloredconstruc-tion paper. Havescoutswrite their ownfamily invitation.

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12” X 14” gold construction paper11” X 13 dark blueconstructionpaperGlue

Directions:Gluedarkbluepaperon top ofgold paperleavingborderaroundedge. Ontop ofthatglue an Arrow of Light emblemcutfrom gold constructionpaper.

WebelosPlacemats -Materials:

12” X 14” constructionpaper-variouscolors

Stick-onlettersMarking pens

Directions:EachWebelosScoutcould makeaplacematshowingadifferentpoint oftheScoutLaw, Cut from light colorcon-structionpaper. Usestick-onlettersforlargewordsandlet boyswrite explana-

- tion with markingpen. Bannercouldbecontrastingcolor. -

WehelosPlacematsandPr02ramCovers

SleeningScoutPlacematMaterials:

Darkblue,light blueandgold construc-tionpaper

TagboardGlueScissors -

Directions:Cutgold constructionpaperto 12~X 7”.Roundoff corners. Makeafold 2 3/4”up. Pleatfold up 3/4” (to dottedlines).Crease.Glue only side wherebackof hatwill be. Glue to oneendof bluecon-structionpapercut 18” X 12”. Roundoffcorners. Cuthat from dark blueandlight

- blueconstructionpaper. Glue hatalongside ofthefoldedendgluing only thebackof hat to allow hatbill to overlapthefold. Cut feetfrom tagboard. Be suretoreversepatternfor rightlleft foot. Cut 2’X 3’ rectanglefrom tagboard. Fold inhalf along3 length. Glue feetto oneflap. Glue otherflap to backsideofblanketso thatfeetstick up. You maywantto trim flap to fit feet.

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TentNameTansor PlaceCardsMaterials: -

Constructionpaper2 flat toothpicksGlueScissors

Directions:Usingpatternscut onetent body andtwotentends. Fold tentbodyin half. Writenameon tent body beforefolding. Foldsideedgesof tentendsback3/8”. Glueflat toothpickdowncenterof endsforpoles. You mayhaveto shortenthetoothpick. Cuta flapat only oneend oftent. Tentmaybe enlargedif settingaroundcampflr~.

WebelosBridgeCrossingMaterials:

2” X 8” X 14” styrofoamsheetBluecrepepaperPopsiclesticks

Directions:Styrofoamsheetis coveredwith bluecrepepaper. WebelosandScoutscircle6’ X 1” styrofoamcoveredwith greencrepepaper,usinga 1” strip of browncrepepaperfor thepath. The bridgeismakeof popsiclestickswith theArrow ofLight andactivity badgesfor theWebelosside. Scoutbadgeand meritbadgesareon theScoutside.

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PARTY FAVORSAND OTHERBANQUETIDEAS

Party SnappersMaterials:

CardboardrollsBlue crepepaperYellow ribbonTape

Directions:Fill a 5-6” lengthof cardboardwithwrappedcandy. Covertheroll with bluecrepepaper(6’X 8’). Tapeor gluetocardboardroll. Tie endswith narrowyellowribbon. Adddecomtionasdesired.

fl,’:”Cub ScoutFavor -Materials:- -

- EggcartoncupsPaintBlueconstructionpaperStyrofoamball.

Directions:Painteggcartoncupsblue. Headis eitheranothereggcup orsmall styrofoamball.Glue on blueconstructionpaperarms.Hat is madeby cutting slit in top of

- styrofoamball andaddingbrim.

Cub ScoutLollipopMaterials:

LollipopEgg cartoncupSmile decalGlue

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Directions:Usea lollipop for theCub Scout’shead.Stickon asmile decalfor aface,or drawthefaceon apapercircle andglueit tothewrappedlollipop. Cut acapfrom anegg cartoncup andpaintit blue. Glueatiny yellow diamondon thecapfor theinsignia. Printeachguest’snameon alargeryellow diamondat thefront of thelollipop stick.

CandyCub ScoutFavprMaterials:Netting

Piecesof candyShortpiecesof yamPaint -

StyrofoamballPipecleanersYellow felt orcrepepaper

Directions:Cutpieceof net8” long and3/4” wide forbody andlegs. Cutpieceofnet5’ longand3/4” wide for arms, Fold aroundpiecesof candyandtie endswith shortpiecesof yam. Centertheshortpieceoverthe longpieceandtwist for thehead.Painton face,features,hair andpaint thetop blueasfor ahat. Put glueon oneedgeandinsetintoslit cutin ball. Attachheadandbody by pushingoneendofpipecleanerinto styrofoamball. Shape

small pieceofyellow felt orcrepepaperandgluetogetheraroundneckfor necker

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StyrofoamballBaby foodjarTemperaor waterbasepaintStringStraightpinsConstructionpaperYellow papernapkin

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Directions:Forhat,cut styrofoamball in half andpaintblue with temperaor otherwaterbasepaints(paintcanbe sprayedfrom Windexbottle,etc.). Lineson capareyellow string held in placewith pins.Hat brim andfacefeaturesareconstruc-tionpaper. A yellowpapernapkinisusedfor neckerchief.Fill with candyforfavor on tables.

Glitter BallsMaterials-:

Balloon50 ft. of string

Directions:Blow up a balloon. Dip string into asugar-watersolution. Wind thestringaroundballoon. Letdry. Deflateballoonandremove. Stringwill hold its shape.Suspendbadgecutout in center. Handball from ceiling.

Egg Cup CorsagesMaterials:

ColoredeggcartonsGold pipecleanerBow U

Directions: -Eachflower is an eggcup with thesidescut into roundedpetals. Knot theendofagold pipecleanerandinserttheotherend throughthecenteroftheflower.This makestheflowercenterand alsothestem. Combineseveralflowersbytwisting stemstogetherand addabow.



Cub ScoutHatCorsagesMaterials:

Cup sectionof egglinerPaint -

Strips ofnetor crepepaperYellow constructionpaper

Directions:Make a Cub Scoutcapby cutting andshapingthecupsectionof anegglinerasshown. Paintcapblueandaddyellowsthpesanddetailswith crayonor paint.Makearuffle from stripsof netorcrepepaper,1 1/2’ wide. Glue to circle ofyellow constructionpaper3 inchesindiameter.Glue Cub Scoutcapto centerof ruffle andadda pin at backof circle.Oi~,useone-halfof asmall styrofoamballfor thecap,addingaconstructionpaperbill on thehat.

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Cub ScoutBirthday CakeMaterials:

9” X 13” cakePink, gold, blueicingGumdropsCoconut

Directions:Bakeacakein a 9” X 13” pan. Cut 5”from oneend for theface. Cut diagonallyacrossthe largerpiece(aninch off thecenterline asshown). Thelargestpieceis theneckerchief,small trianglefor theneckerchiefends,andtheremainingpieceroundoff for thecap. Arrangethepieceson atray or foil coveredcardboardandfrostwith pink icing for theface,gold fortheneckerchiefandthm on thecap,andbluefor thetrim on theneckerchief.Usegumdropsfor thefacial featuresandcoconutfor thehair.

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Theleaderdemonstratesthetoastandthenhasthegroupgo throughit oncefor practice. Thetoastis givento therhythmof 1,2 and3,4.First, theystampfeetin thatrhythmonce,slapthighsin thesamerhythm,claptheirhands,thenhit -theirpalmson tabletops in thesamerhythm. Thenall stand,raisehandsaboveheadsandshout,“HURRAH”.

Toastscanbe given to variouspeoplerespon-sible for thebanquet,calling themby name,orto groupssuchascooks. Theleadercancallout, “Lets give athankyou toastto__________“; thenthegrouprepeatsthewordsand goesthroughactions.

WhatA Cub ScoutWearOn His Uniform

Teachtheaudiencethefollowing actionsto begiven in responseto words.

HOUSE:Handsextendedoverheadin aninverted“V”

BEDROOM: Handsin front of chestin in-verted“V”

CLOSET: Showdimensionswith hands,lengthandwidth

UNIFORM: Move handsfrom shouldersquickly to toesto showuniform.

CUB SCOUT:All Cubsstandandgive CubScoutsalute

BADGES: Make circle with thumband fingerof left hand

SERVICE STAR: Make an “X” usingforefin-gersof both hands

ARROW OF LIGHT: Form “V” with indexfinger& middle fingerwherepocketis

ARROW POINTS:Form “V” in samemannerbuthaveit pointing to right

Tonight wearegoing to showyou what weknow abouttheCub Scoutuniform andthedifferentbadges.Pleasefollow alongwith me.

This is theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives. This is theBEDROOM that’sin theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives. This istheCLOSETthat’sin theBEDROOM that’s intheHOUSEwherea CUB SCOUTlives. Thisis theUNIFORM thathangsin theCLOSETthat’s in theBEDROOM that’s in the HOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

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This is theCUB SCOUTwho wearstheUNI-FORM that hangsin theCLOSETthat’sin theBEDROOMthat’s in theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives. This is theBobcatBADGE thatwhenaboy joins is worn on theleftpocketoftheUNIFORM that hangsin theCLOSET that’sin theBEDROOM that’s in theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

This is theWolf BADGE which a CUBSCOUTearnsto wearon his leftpocketof theUNIFORM that hangsin the CLOSETthat’s intheBEDROOMthat’s in the HOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

This is theBearBADGE whicha CUBSCOUTearnsto wearon his left pocketof theUNIFORM that hangsin the CLOSETthat’s intheBEDROOM that’sin theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

This is theSERVICESTAR that he earnsevery yearandwearsabovethepocketwherehe wearshis Bobcat,Wolf andBearBADGESon his UNIFORM thathangsin theCLOSETthat’sin theBEDROOM that’s in the HOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

This is theARROWthat is sewnundertheBADGES on his UNIFORM that hangsin theCLOSET that’sin theBEDROOM that’s in theHOUSEwheretheCUB SCOUTlives.

This is theARROW OF LIGHT which is thehighestawardaCUB SCOUTcanearnandiswornat thebottomof thesamepocketwherehe wearshis otherBADGES on his UNIFORMthat hangsin theCLOSETthat’s in theBED-ROOM that’s in theHOUSEwheretheCUBSCOUTlives.

Now look. You’re all wearingyourUNI-FORM. It’s nothangingin theCLOSETthat’sin your BEDROOM that’s in theHOUSE -

whereyou asa CUB SCOUTlive.

A ScoutingStory

Divide theaudienceinto threegroupsto re-

spondwith wordsandhandsignsbelow:

HISTORY: “Way BackThen”ftlold up bothindexfingerspointing differentways)

SCOUTS: “Be Prepared” (Give Scoutsign)CUB SCOUTS:“Do Your Best” (Give CubScoutsign)This is astory thatyou won’t find in a HIS-TORY book, but no doubtit will bring back

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memoriesto manyof you who havehadasimilar experience.Thestoryis aboutaCUBSCOUTnamedJohnny,andhis first experi-encewith hiking andcamping. This is how itall started. It wasapproachingthebirthdayofSCOUTINGwhich is celebratedin Februaryevery year,andJohnny’sCUB SCOUTDenMother hadreadto theboysastory abouttheHISTORYof SCOUTING andhow it all gotstarted. -

Johnnycouldhardlywait until he wasoldenoughto be aSCOUTso he askedhis motherif he could plana day of hiking aroundtheneighborhoodandpark, andanight ofcampingin theirbackyardwith someofhis friends.Mom consented,soJohnnyCUB SCOUTcalled his friendsandtheyplannedit for thenextweekend.

When theday arrived,Johnnywasso proudofhimself. He thoughthe would somedaybe aSCOUTwhowould go down in HISTORY,becausehe wassowell prepared.At least,hethoughthe waspreparedwhenthedaybegan.Theluncheshadall beenpackedandput in thebackyard tent. WhenJohnnyCUB SCOUTwentout to the tent to get thelunches,he wasshockedto find thepaperbagsandtorn paperscatteredall overthebackyard. Lookingaroundtheyard,Johnnysayhis dog, Scampy,munchingon thelastbit of thesandwiches,andlooking very contented.“Oh, boy.” thoughtJohnny,“I thoughtI would makea well-preparedSCOUT,but I wasn’tpreparedforthis~”

After newlunchesweremade,theboystooktheirhike. It wasagreatsuccessandJohnnyCUB SCOUTfelt surethatHISTORYhadmakeby therecordtime in which theyhadaccomplishedeverythingthatday. But alas!Whenbedtimearrived,onetent slumpeddownin aheapbecauseit hadnot beenputup right,andthesleepingbagsweremuddyfromScampy’sdirty feet,andthebatteriesin theflashlight weredead. JohnnyCUB SCOUThunghis headandsaid: “Boy, haveI gota lotto learnabouttheSCOUTS. Gosh, I surehopetoday’seventsaren’trecordedin HISTORY.

SoJohnnylearnedin oneday that he stillneededto learnaboutbeinga SCOUTbeforehe couldperformin amannerwhich wouldmakehimproudto go down in HISTORY.Laterhis DenMothertold him that is whatCUB SCOUTINGis for—to teachboys to DoTheirBestandto prepalethemto becomeScouts.


SHOWTIME

Introductionto Showtime 1OpeningsandClosings ISkitsMonthly Themes:

December/HolidayMagic 3January/ExploringAlaska 5February/Blue& Gold Traditions 6March/Wheel,Wings & Rudders 8April/ShapeUp 9May/Back to Nature 11June/Strongfor America 13July/BuckskinPioneers 14August/WaterFun 15September/ExploringYourNeighborhood 16October/AchievementParade 17November/Harbors,Stations& Airports 19

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SHOWTIME

Lights! Camera! Action! With theCubsbeingin thespotlight, openings,closingsandskits allow yourCubsto be theirnaturalselfsin beingableto “show off.”

OPENINGS AND CLOSINGS

Skits makeaboy free to be anyonehe chooses.Justkeeptheskit simple,shortandalwayshavesomethingup yoursleevefor thelastpart;somethingvery funnyto sendthemawaylaughingor somethingvery beautifulto sendthemawayimpressed.

Onedefinition ofa ceremonyis: to formallyacknowledgean event,suchastheopeningandclosingof ameeting.

Openings-Theopeningcanmakeor breaktheentirepackmeeting.If it is dull and lifeless,themeetingcouldbe in trouble. Theopeningceremonydefinitely “setsthestage.”

Closings-Asometimesoverlookedbut veryimportantpartof apackmeeting.

Note: For samplesof a “Cubmaster Minute” seethe“Ceremonies” sectionof this book.

HELPFUL TIPS• Emphasizeactionratherthanwords.

Keepspeakingpartsto aminimum.Useasmanypeopleaspossible.Useshowmanship.

• Theeffectiveuseofsimplepropscanenhanceany opening/closing.Let theCub Scoutshelpmakethem.

• Keepit simple,maintaina goodbalanceof dignity andfun. RuleOut horseplay.

• Usethemonthly theme, Theme-relatedopenings/closingsprovidecontinuityandwill ensurevariety.

• Be suretheAmericanflag is postedandretiredaspartof theopening/closing.Ifit doesnot logically fit, makesurethatthis is doneseparately.

WHY HAVE SKITS?

Skits areanotherfun wayto get theCubsinvolved with theprogram. Skits allow Cubsachanceto getup in front of afriendly groupandshow off. -

WHEREDO YOU USE A SKIT?

A skit is appropriateat any meeting;den,pack,campfire,etc. People(especiallyfamilies)enjoy seeingtheboysdo something.A skit isan excellentway to put theboysin thelime-light. Theyaddsparkleto any meeting. A shyCub?Maybeyou could usecostumesorpuppets!

WHERECAN YOU FIND A SKIT?

Rightherein this POWWOW BOOK SEC-TION for starters! Youcanfind afunnysituationorjoketo usethat fits eachof themonthly themes.If theskitsprintedheredon’tserveyourpurpose,usetheresourcesofyourlocal library, old pow wow booksormonthlyroundtablematerials.

WRITEYOUR OWN SKIT!

Thebestresourcefor skits is right underyournose.Look to yourCubsfor ideas. For a skitto havemeaning,you needto find out whatyourCubsareinterestedin. Cubscancreatetheirown plots,canusetheirimaginationandgainarealsenseof accomplishment.


Showtime Thru the Looking Glass

WHAT KIND OF SKIT SHOULD YOU USE?

Determinethemoodof themeeting.Will itteachalesson,will it be a seriousmeetingorwill it bejustentertaining?Try to fit theskit toamonthly theme.Whateverthemood, you canuseavarietyof typesof skits:a pantomime-withno words;with narrationorsetto music.aplaylet-withshort spokenlines; allowingCubsto readlines.anaudienceparticipation.

HOW DO YOU PUT ON A SKIT?

First, involveall of your boys! If you needmorepeopleuseyourDenChiefor draftsomebodyfrom theaudienceor usetheCubmaster(especiallyif yourskit needsa“sucker”).

Keepthedialogueat a minimum; let yourCubsfakeit if necessary.Too muchdialogueis thedeathof agoodskit. A narratorcansetthesceneor describetheactionwhile yourboys“ham” it up.

DO YOU NEED A STAGE?

Not really. If a stageis available,useit. Makesureit lendsitself to thekind of skit you aredoing. Sometimesrealstagesaretoo far_______ removedfrom theaudience.An openfloor or aplatformwill dojust aswell butmakesuretheaudiencecanhear. Encourageyourboystospeakloud andclear.

DO YOU NEED SCENERY?

Sometimes. If you usea narrator,he can“setthescene”andtheaudienceusestheirimagina-tion but sceneryencouragesrealismin yourskit, evenif yourtreeis simply a chairwith asign on it saying“TREE” or a cutout from acardboardbox. If you do usescenery,uselotsof color. Grayssetthemoodfor spooky,sadorrainy skits while bright colorsindicatehappyor excitingmoods. Simplesceneryis fun tomakeandis a gooddenproject. Keep it to aminimumthoughandlet imaginationtakeover.

~SHOULD YOU USEMAKEUP?

Of course! Boysloveit. Charactersseemmorerealwith makeup. It will helpthebashfulCub becausehis audienceis looking at animaginarycharacter,not theboy himself. Keepit simplebutusewhatis necessaryto establishthecharacter.

ARE COSTUMES NECESSARY?

You canhangasign aroundaboy’s neckthattells you what his characteris, i.e. villain, hero,fair damsel,etc. Soyou can’treally saycos-tumesare necessarybut theydo addanotherdimensionto thecharacter.Theytransformaboy into apirate, aclown, an Indian,whatever.KeepthecostumesattheCub Scoutagelevel.Theboyswill givetheirbestperformanceiftheyaremadeto feel that theskit is theirs,includingthecostumes.

SHOULD YOU TRY TO USESPECIALEFFECTS?

You bet! Here’sanotherdimensionto addtoyourskit. Hereis theperfectplacefor thatextrashyboy in thedenwho finds it difficult tospeakor actin front of agroup. Hecanhandlethespecialeffects.

ISTHEREANYTHING TO AVOID IN ASKIT?

Very definitely!

• Undesirablecharactersshouldnotbedramatized.

• Fit eachboy to his ownpart,don’t askhim to attemptto portraya characterthat is too difficult for him.

• Takecarenot to offendorridicule per-sonsor groups.

• Usepraiseinsteadof criticism.• Recognizeandavoid thetendencyto

usethemorecapableCubsall thetime.• No long speechesor linesfor boysto

memorize.

Formoreinformationand ideasfor puppets, cos-tumes,specialeffectsandmakeupseethe ProgramEnhancersof the powwow book.



DECEMBER. 1993

HOLIDAY MAGIC

Openings

ChristmasFlagPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Tapedmusic,AmericanflagSetting: Play “Joy to theWorld” softly in thebackgroundasCub Scoutsrecitelines.

#1: I pledgeAllegiance,atthis joyoustime ofyear,

#2: To theflag, a symbolof unityasChristisasymbol ofpeace.

#3: OftheUnitedStatesofAmerica,alandchosenaboveall others.

#4: And to therepublic, to thepeoplewhocareand sharefor which it stands.

#5: OnenationunderGod,whosharedHisSonwith us.

#6: Indivisible, anationunitedthroughlovewith liberty andjusticefor all.

#1: PleasestandandrepeatthePledgeofAllegiance.

Cub MagicPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Eight CardsspellingC-U-B-M-A-G-I-C.Setting: Cubsstandin line holdingcardstoturn overbeforereadingtheirpart.

C —is for comradeship,welearnto getalong.U —is for unity, togetherwe are strong.B —is for boys,wild andwooly butalways

polite.M —is formerits,which we alwayshavein sight.A—is for adventure,whatwe’realwayslooking

for.G —is for growth,to openeverydoor.I —is for integrity,for all theworld to see.C —is for Cub Scout,whichwe areall glad to be.

SolvingaChristmasProblemPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Christmastree,chairSetting: As thescenebegins,aCub Scout(#6)is seated,headin handsby aChristmastree.TheotherCub Scoutsenterandspeakto him.

#1: Whatis reallywrongwith you, we’ve gota lot of work to do.

#2: Comeon don’t be sodown.Your facelooks terriblewith that frown.

#3: Tell uswhy you are so sad. At Christmastime you shouldbeglad.

#4: Maybewith Christmassonear,he’sworrying aboutwhathe’sgettingthis year.

#5: Comeon and let ushelpyou out, causehelping othersis partofbeingaCubScout.

#6: (Jumpsup with abig smileon his faceandshakeshandsandslapson backofCub #5)That’s it! That’s it! Thanksold Buddy,my thinldng surewasprettymuddy!

#7: (All look puzzledateachother.)Whatdidhe do thatmadethingsright! I guessI’mjust not too bright!

#6: (speakingwith lots ofexpression)I don’thavemoneyto buy my Mom agift yousee,butnow I know I’ll give herjusthelpful me!

#8: Boy I’m gladyou’ve helpedusall remem-ber, theimportancepartofthat holidayinDecember.

(All put theirarmsaroundeachotherandwalkoff stagein ahappygroup.)

Skits



TheGift of GoodwillPersonnel:8 Cub ScoutsandDenChiefEquipment: A gift to wrapfor eachCubScout,largepieceof posterandmarkerSetting: A groupofCub ScoutswrappingChristmaspresents.DenChiefenters.

DC: Hey guys,let meseewhatyou arewrapping.

#1: Glovesfor my dad.#2: An owl plaquefor my mom.#3: Oreocookiesfor my little brother...so

maybehe’ll quit eatingmine.#4: A doll formy sister.#5: Wind chimesfor my mom.#6: Ink pensfor my big brother. Thenmaybe

minewill stopdisappearing.#7: A lamp for my mom.#8: A lacyhandkerchieffor my grandmother.

Shelikesto wavegood-bye.DC: Hey,you guysarej really giving good will.

(laughs)All: Wehopeso. Aren’t you supposedto

do thatyearround?DC: Yes,but let meshowyou somethingthat’s

quite unusual. (He callson eachboy inorderto namehis gift andwrites thefirstletterof eachgift on theposterboard.Theaudienceshouldbe ableto seegoodwill.)

#1: Hey,that’sall right! We’regiving good-will separatelytogether! Figurethat one

p-, ~\\

CubbingChristmasPersonnel:9 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 9 gift wrappedboxesSetting: EachCub hasa gift box with a letteron onesideanda sayingon theother.

C —is forCUBBERS,cheerfulandbright.H -is for HELPFUL, healthyandright.R -is for RESOURCES,theytry to save.I —is for IDEALS they like to wave.S —is for SCARF, ofyellow and blue.T —is for TYING, they learnto do.M —is for MAGIC, of whichtheyall shout.A —is for AKELA, ourbestScout.S—is for SOMETHING,we alwayshaveto do.All -And thisbrings a “Merry CubbingChristmas”to you.

it, . OflLAt..,Thats ChnstmasPersonnel: 10 Cub ScoutsEquipmentEachholdinga gift, decorations,etc.Setting: Tenboyscomeon stageandstandinline. Eachspeakshis line in turn.

#1: Secrets!Secrets!in theair! Merry greet-ings everywhere! That’sChristmas!

#2: Cedarboughsin everynook! Holly!Everywhereyou look. That’sChristmas!

#3: Christmastreeswith baublesbright.Flashingin thecandlelight! That’sChristmas!

#4: Hearthfires leapinghigh.to show. Facesin thefire light’s glow! That’sChristmas!

#5: Spicysmellsof things to eat. Promisingawelcometreat! That’sChristmas!

#6: Bundlesbig andbundlessmall And wemustnotlook at all! That’sChristmas!

#7: Little whispersall about! But wecan’tfind onething out! That’sChristmas!

#8: Suchalot ofthingsto do! Shoppingtripsandwrappingtoo! That’sChristmas!

#9: Time for fun andsongandplay! Justtheyear’smosthappyday! That’sChristmas!

#10:Joy in all wehaveanddo! Wishingjoyfor otherstoo! That’sChristmas!

All: So we gladlyjoin to say,here’sto wishyou yourhappiestday- that’sCHRISTMAS!

out!

Closing



EXPLORING ALASKA

Openings

AlaskaPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Six cardswith aspellingALASKASetting: Boysin line holdingshowing

A —is for All working together,for onecom-mongoal.

L —is for Leaders,it takesleadersto carryoutthejob at hand.

A —is for Attitude, with theproperattitudenothingis impossibleto accomplish.

S—is for Scouting,themeansby which all ofuscanbe anddo anythingwe want.

K —is for Keeping,keepingAmericaandScoutingoneof thestrongestforcesin theworld today andforever.

A —is for Alaska,it representsthechallenge,vastand unexplored.Justas Scoutinghasmanychallengesto explore,theonlylimitation is yourwillingnessto try. (Givecommandsfor Pledgeof Allegiance).

Skits

Stateof AlaskaPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Posterboardwith a pictureofAlaska.Setting: Boysup front with pictureof Alaskabehindthem.

#1: I amthelargeststatein theUnitedStatesof America.

#2: I amoften calledthe“LastFrontier” state.#3: My capitalis Juneau.#4: 1 amtwice asbig asTexas.#5: I wastheforty-ninthstateto join the

union.#6: I amthehomeof thehighestmountainin

NorthAmerica- Mount McKinley.All: I amthestateof Alaska(showpicture).

Closings

ExplorationPersonnel: 5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: Form Cub Scoutsin semi-circleinfront.

#1: Tonight,wehaveexploredAlaska. Toendourmeetingtonight, we would like tosharea prayerthat wasbroadcastto earthby astronautFrankBormanin his explo-rationorbiting themoon.

#2: Give us,0 God,thevision which canseethy lovein theworld in spiteof humanfailure.

#3: Give usthespiteof our

#4: Give us thecontinuetohearts.

#5: And showuswhateachoneof uscandoto setforwardthecomingof universal

.IANUARY. 1994

letteron each

cardswith letter

faith to trust thy goodnessinignoranceand weakness.knowledgethat wemaypray with understanding

peace.



FEBRUARY. 1994

BLUE AND GOLD TRADITIONS

Openings

Blue andGoldPersonnel:8 boysEquipment: 4 largebluecards,eachwith aletterBLUE; 4 largeyellow cards,eachwith aletterGOLDSetting: Theboysline up so theyspellBLUE,GOLD in front of theaudience.Theirlinescanbe on thebackso theboyscanreadthem.

B —We arewearingtheblueandgold you see.L —We live up to ourPromise- goodScoutswe

are.Ii —We strive for truth andspirituality.E —And we learnaboutsteadfastloyalty.G —Giving goodcheeris theLaw of thePack.0 —We try to obeytheLaw andneverbe slack.L —We enjoythewarmsunlightandwe are

happyeachday.D-Wehavefunandlearnin theCubScoutway.

Blue& Gold WelcomePersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: Boysup front

#1: We’d truly like to welcomeyou, to ourbanquetofgold andblue.

#2: Thefood is great,theprogramgrand,andeveryonelenta hand.

#3: We’rehavinga party, to celebrateCubScouting’sbirthday.

#4: And wegiveourthanksto all thosewho,havehelpedpromotethegold andblue.

#5: Blue andgold areourcolorstrue;no othercolorswould really do.

#6: Blue is thecolor ofthesky above;gold isfor sunshine,warmthandlove.

#7:. Comejoin us in ourCub Scoutfun, anddelightin ourcolorsof skyandsun.

#8: Sonow we’ll sayit loud and bold: wel-cometo ourBlue andGold!

HappyBirthday SkitPersonnel:5 CubScoutsplus 1 smallCubScoutEquipment: Birthday cakelargeenoughforsmallCub Scout,noteon side.Setting:Cakeup front - otherboyswalkingacross

#1: Well, herewe are. But whereis Ed?#2: I don’t know. It’s just like Ed to invite us

overfor asurprisepartyandthennotbethere.

#3: Doesanyoneknow whosebirthdaywe’recelebrating?It isn’t mine. Mine’s in April.Who cares?I do! Besides,now that you know whenitis, you cansaveyourmoneyandbuy measuperpresent!Boy! Will you look atthatcake!Man, that’sbig enoughto feedan army!Not with Jackaround. Youknow how heis with ourdensnacks.Heeatseverythingin sight!

#4: I can’thelp it. I’m just agrowingboy...justlike theLaw of thePacksaysI shouldbe.

#5: Yeah,but we’re supposeto grow up...notout!

#1: Look, here’sa note.#2: Readit. Maybeit will explainwhatthis is

all about.#1: Ok, ok. (readsfrom note)We’re a gang

that’s really true. Hereto celebratewithall of you. Our organizationratesan Aplus, so let’s all sing...

Small Cub: (jumpsout of cakeandyells)HappyBirthday to us!

.~ ~-~N ~

.TXo~IE~

Skits

#4:#5:#4:

#1:#2:#3:



TheSix Shipsof ScoutingPersonnel: Cubmaster,6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Largecardboardcutoutsonwhich havebeenprintedthefollowing words:SCHOLAR-SHIP,FELLOW-SHIP,FRIEND-SHIP,SPORTSMAN-SHIP,WORKMAN-SHIP,STATESMAN-SHIP.Setting: Boys lined up in front

CM: Tonight,Den— would like to tell youaboutthe Six Shipsof Scouting. Theseareshipswhich were launchedin Americastrongandmighty...shipsthatwill lastforever.

#1: SCHOLAR-SHIP. This ship is veryimportanton theSeaofEducation. On herdeckstandssuchofficersasambition,determination,intelligenceandapplica-tion. Her flag bearssymbolsofthe letter“A” andtheplus sign.

#2: FELLOW-SHIP. This ship standsforgoodspirit, fine cooperationandnever-failing unity. Its flag floatshigh...Theflagof Scouting.

#3: FRIEND-SHIP. This is the mosthand-someship of all. It is trueblueandits flagis golden...sincefriendshipitself is golden.

#4: SPORTSMAN-SHIP.This is theshipthat’sfair andsquare.It neverveersfromits course. Its flag is neverat halfmast.

#5: WORKMAN-SHIP. Thisship’severyline, everypart, everymast,representsthebestthatapersoncangive. Its flag bearsa laurel wreath.

#6: STATESMAN-SHIP. Thisship representswiseguidance,constantcounsel,unselfishinterestandsincereendeavor.Its flag iswhite for purity.

CM: And thereyou havesix strongandsturdyshipsto bravethesea. ThreecheersfortheScoutingships.

All: Hurrah! Hurrah! Hurrah!

Closings

GoodDeedsPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Starsof differentsizesfor boysto holdSetting: Boysin front of audience

#1: Lord Baden-Powell,thefounderof Scout-ing, saidthis to Scoutseverywhere:

#2: “I oftenthinkwhenthesungoesdowntheworld is hiddenby a big blanketfrom thelight of heaven,

#3: but thestarsarelittle holespiercedin thatblanketby thosewho havedonegooddeedsin this world.

#4: Thestarsarenot all thesamesize,somearebig, somearelittle,

#5: and somemenhavedonesmall deedsbuttheyhavemadetheirhole in theblanketbydoing goodbeforetheywentto heaven.

#6: Try andmakeyour hole in theblanket.”

TheFamily TreePersonnel:Denleader,5 Cub ScoutsEquipmentCardboardcut-outsoftreesfor boysSetting: Boysholdingtreesin line

DL: Eachone ofus is oneof nature’smiracles— anaturalresource.Togetherwemakeup families,whetherlargeor small. Thispoemis oneperson’sthoughtsabout“TheFamily Tree.”

#1: There’sone thingin God’snatureworldthat meansalot to me. It symbolizesmuchoflife, it is a lovely tree.

#2: With rootsso deepin God’s richearthit’snot disturbedby weather;like familieswith Faith in Godwho live in peacetogether.

#3: Its trunk, thebody strongandfirm, likeparentseverywhere;to guide,control,direct,sustaintheoffspringwhich theybear.

#4: Thebranches,which like childrenspread,in everyknowndirection;until thefruitageoftheir growthhasreachedits full perfect-tion.

#5: And so atreeappearsto methegemofGod’screationasit portraysourfamilieswhich constitutea nation~



MARCH. 1994

WHEELS, WIINGS AND RUDDERS

Openings

BoardingCallPersonnel:Denner,assistantdennerandotherCubsin denEquipment: Microphoneandchairsarrangedas an airlinerSetting: ThedennernarratesandtheotherCub Scoutsactashost to seattheaudience.

Denner: Cub ScoutAirlines flight numberPack____is nowreadyfor boarding. Willall first classpassengerspleaseproceedtogatesfor boarding. (HaveCub Scoutsseatall theboysin thedensup front.)

This is thefmal call for CubScoutAir-linesboardingof flight Pack____. Willall passengersproceedto thegatefor finalboarding. (HaveCub Scoutsseatparentsandguests.)

AD: This is yourco-pilotspeaking.I wouldlike to welcomeeveryoneon boardflightPack____. We will be startingourdepar-turein just amomentsofastenyourseatbeltsandprepareyourselffor afantasticjourney on ourCub Airlines.

Funon WheelsPersonnel: Cub ScoutsEquipment: A pictureof abicycle,car,trainSetting: Boysholdingpicturesastheyreciteorreadlines.

#1: I havefunriding my bicycle.#2: I alwaysenjoytravelingin thecar.#3: Trainsaremy thing.#4: As you cansee,therearemanywaysto

havefun on wheels,just astherearemanyways to enjoyScouting.

BoatingPersonnel:Equipment:Setting: Skit openswith oneboy in a back-yard, shadinghis eyeswith his handsasiflooking into thedistance.

#2: (enters) What areyou doing?#1: Watchingmy friendsfishing. (2ndboys

looks at him strangely,shrugsandexits)#3: (enters) What areyou doing?#1: Watchingmy friendsfishing. (3rd boys

looks at him strangely,shrugsandexits)(Repeatthis sequenceasmanytimesasnecessaryto fit thenumberof boys.)

Last boy: (enters) Whatareyou doing?#1: Watchingmy friends fishing.Last boy: But there’sno water!#1: I know. But I don’t havea boatto go tell

them.

TheSubmarinePersonnel: Captain,1st Officer, 2nd OfficerandasmanycrewmenasneededEquipment: NoneSetting: Sceneopensaboardsubmarine.

Captain: Up periscope.1st Officer: Periscopeup.2nd Officer: Periscopeup.Captain: Targetspotted.1st Officer: Target spotted.2nd Officer: Targetspotted.1st Crewman: Target spotted.(Continuerepeatinguntil all crew membershavespoken.)Captain: All enginesslow.1st Officer: All enginesslow.2nd Officer: All enginesslow.Captain: Fire torpedoone.Officers & Crewmenrepeat: Torpedoonefired.Captain: Wemissed.Officers and Crewmen: We missed.Captain: On target.Officers and Crewmenrepeat: On target.Captain: Fire torpedotwo.Officers and Crewmen repeat: Torpedotwofired.Captain: We did it! Wehit therowboat!

Skits

Any numberof Cub ScoutsNone



Closings

WinQsPersonnel: 6Equipment:Setting: Boys

Cub ScoutsOnesetof largecardboardwingsholdingwingsfacingaudience

#1: Tonight wehavevisitedmanydifferentplacesandmet somevery importantpeople.

#2: Our whole trip wasmadepossibleby thissetof wings.

#3: To someof usthesewingsaremerelycardboardandfoil, buthopefullyto mostof usthesewingswill be asymbol ofthekey to thefuture.

#4: Our future is full of newplacesto visit,newexperiencesto live and newthingstolearn.

#5: By workingtogetherasaCubfamily wecanexperiencetogetherall theadventuresthatCub Scoutinghasto offer us.

#6: We thankyou for taking thisopportunityto fly with usand we look forwardto yournextflight. Goodnight.

PinewoodDerbyPersonnel:8 boysEquipment:8 cardswith lettersPINEWOODSetting: Each boy holding a letter

P —A PinewoodDerbyis fun for all. But thewhole family mustanswerthecall.

I —I enteredthecompetitionto win or lose,orwhatevermy doom.

N —Neatly I paintedmy carwith dad’sexperthelp, but I ran it myself.

E —Excitementran all throughthenight. Nomatterwho won, it will be all right.

W —We would all like to come in first, but ifnot, ourbubblewon’t burst.

0—On with theraces,don’t hesitate.ThisPinewoodDerbydidn’t wait.

0-Openthegates,downthetrack,thenwereset.For, beingCub Scouts,we’vedoneourbest.

D —Don’t mind tonight, whereyourcarplaced;Cub Scouting will help you throughalllife’s races.

APRIL. 1994

SHAPEUP

Openings

Step into ShapePersonnel: 7 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 7 cardboardpostersfor boystocarry. On eachposteris apictureof exerciseequipment.Setting: Theboysline up acrosstheroom infront of theaudience.

#1: To keepyou strongand healthy,is moreimportantthanbeingwealthy.

#2: Whenyou arefit, you feel sogood, andtryto do thethingsyou should.

#3: It helpsuslendahelpinghand,to needyfolks aroundthe land.

#4: Eatingtheright foodsis alwayswise,andeveryoneneedssomeexercise.

#5: Standon tiptoes,one,two, three. Touchyourtoes,don’t bendaknee.

#6: Run awhile, thenslow yourpace;practicewill helpyou win therace.

#7: Scoutingbuildsboysinto men,CubScoutingis whereit all begins.

ExercisePersonnel:8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: A cardboardletter for eachboy -

EXERCISESetting: Each boy holdingletter

E —This is ourfirst secretword for tonight.X -Your bodyis like amachine.E —It runsbestwhenyou useit,R —and takegoodcareof it.C —Exercisinghelpstakecareofyourbody

machine.I —It helpsyourheart,S—yourlungs,E —and yourmuscles.



Skits

StrengthandSkillPersonnel: 3 Cub Scoutsand CoachEquipment: Table,chairs,bucketwith con-fetti in itSetting: Training for theOlympics

Coach: Time to getup.#1: I’m tired I didn’t go to beduntil 10.Coach: Youknow therulesaboutlots of rest.

Now eatyourbreakfast.#2: (sits slouchedoverhis food,shovelingit in.)Coach: Sit up straightanddon’t gobbleyour

food.#3: We’regoingoutside. (Scoutswalk across

thestageandstartexercising.)Coach: O.K. Boys,that’senough. Hit the

showers.All: Dowehaveto? (Theycontinueto

grumble.)Coach: It’s eitherthator this...(boysstartto

run into the crowdsaying“No, No.”) Thecoachchasestheboyswith abucket.Whentheboysarein thecrowd,he throwsthebucketof confettiin thecrowd.

OneStej~at aTimePersonnel: DenChief, 4 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: All Scoutsareon stageasskit starts.

#1: WhenI grow up I’m going to be theworld’s greatestboardjumperandjumplike this (jumpsabout1 foot andfalls down).

DC: Well, you’ll haveto rememberto takeitone stepat atime, one stepat atime.

#2: Well, I’m goingto be ahighjumperandwin a gold medallike this...(jumps andfalls flat).

Senior: Well, you’ll haveto rememberto takeit onestepat atime, onestepat atime.

#3: Well, I’m going to be a world famousbaseballplayerandhit homerunslikethis. (swingsandfalls).

DC: Fine, fine, but rememberto takeit onestepat atime,one stepat a time.

PowWow 1993

#4: I’m goingto be theworld’s bestslamdunker(dribblesimaginaryball acrossthestageand slamdunksit, falling).

DC: Sure,sure,but rememberto takeit onestepat atime,one stepat atime.

#1: Say,whatare you goingto be whenyougrowup?

DC: Why, I’m goingto be thegreatestmara-thonrunnerthateverlived! (Turnsandstartsto walk away,but trips overshoelace.)

All: ONE STEPAT A TIME...ONESTEP ATATIME!

Closings

ThePocketknifePersonnel:7 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Pocketknife(makealargeoneoutof cardboard)Setting: Cubsholdingpocketknife

#1: I hold in my handapocketknife. This canbe avaluabletool becauseit can be usedfor manyusefulthings.

#2: It is adependabletoolaslong asthebladeis keptsharpand freefrom rustandtheworkingpartsarein goodcondition.

#3: But if it is neglectedandbecomesdull andrusty, it canbecomedangerous.

#4: Thesameprincipleappliesto us.#5: We havea body which whenkeptin good

condition,will serveuswell.#6: But if we fail to takecareof ourselves,we

canbecomerusty and dull like a neglectedpocketknife.

#7: Do yourbest to keepfit.

GoodHealthPersonnel:5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Barbellswith letterson eachendto spellGOODHEALThSetting: Boysholdingbarbells

#1: Eatingtheright foodsis really importantifour bodiesareto be strongandhealthy.



#2: Properdentalcarewill helpuskeepourteethall our lives, Brushandflossregu -

larly andseeyour dentist.#3: Buckleright down andcarryyour shareof

the load, unlessyou wantto be ashirkeron life’s road.

#4: Do yourbestto lift yourshare,showingeveryonethat you care.

#5: Takecareof yourbody andbe sureto eatright. And nowwewish you avery goodnight.

MAY. 1994

BACK TO NATURE

Openings

ABC-XYZPersonnel: Narrator,6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Largecardwith appropriateletteron frontSetting: EachCubScoutholdslargecard.Narratorandboysstandin a line in front ofaudience.

Narrator:Tostudy is to learnaboutourenvi-ronmentandhow wecanprotectandpreserveit now andfor thefuture.

A Action - Takeactionto keeptheworldaroundatits best.TakeNO actionthat willdestroyit.

B Beauty - We areblessedwith thebeautyof natureall aroundus.

C Citizenship - Practicegoodcitizenshipbycaringabouttheappearanceof yourneighborhoodandhometown.

X X is the unknown factor. Whatwillhappenif we don’t all work togethertopreserveourenvironment?

Y You - It is up to you to set theexampleforothers.

Z Zest - Go aboutand enthusiasm.MotherNature.friend.

NaturePersonnel:6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 6 candlesSetting: As eachCub readshis lines, he lightsa candle.

Skits

aregoing to seeNature’streasures.will help to maintainNature’sbalance.will observeandlearnfrom Nature’s

animals.We will helpmaintainNature’sresources.We will protectthemfrom harm.We will follow thelawsof Nature.

TheFishermenPersonnel:2 fishermanEquipment: A fishing rod andstool for eachboySetting: Thefishermenaresitting on stoolsbythe lakewith fishingpoleshangingin thewater. Headsdroopuntil time for eachtospeakhis line.

#1: Not badfor a day.#2: Not bad,why whenwe lived in Texaswe

caughtthemasbig aseight inches.#3: Why I’ve caughtthemovertwenty inches

longright herein this pond.#2: Any luck, Zeb?#3: Yup, I caughtmea 65 poundcat, but

decidednot to keephim. How aboutyou?#2: Yeahyeah.#1: Comeon, did you catchanything?#2: Nope,not really, but I did fish outa

lanternI lost five yearsago. And it wasstill a-burning.

#3: Aw right. Maybemy fish weren’tno 65pounder. I’ll knockoff 30 poundsifyou’ll blow out thatlight in thelantern.

#1: Seriously,how is thefishing in Texas.#2: Not too good. Fishedall day andonly

caughtonefish and he wastoosmall tokeep. Luckily forme,two mencomealongin a truckandhelpedmethrow himback.

WeWeWe

#1:#2:#3:

#4:#5:#6:

yourprojectswith zestWalk handin handwith

She will alwaysbe your



Magic MudPersonnel:Up to 12 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Imaginarypatchofgroundor

pieceofcardboardpaintedblackandgreen.Ants, feathers,seeds,weeds,pebbles,waterbeetle,plant, worm,mudandcandywrapperaddedfor propsto showif desiredSetting: All benddown on handsandkneestostudymud afterfirst two lines. All standforlastline.

One Player: Did you everwonderasyoupass,a little stretchof mud andgrass;whatNaturemaybe hiding there,withinthisspota few feetsquare?

All: Let’sgatherroundandtakealook, atthepagesin a book. We’ll study it withopeneyes. Cansoil like thishold asur-prise?

#1: Here’sa freshly patternedanimaltrack,wherearabbithoppedacrossandback.

#2: I canseea streamof busyants,canyingtidbits as they.dance.

#3: Look, afeatherblue andgray, droppedoffby ascreamingjay.

#4: Sprinkledherearesproutingseeds,fromlofty elmsandsprawlingweeds.

#5: A pebblesmoothedby actionslow, formedamillion yearsago.

#6: In a puddlespotnot yet driedout, awaterbeetleswimsabout.

#7: And herean eagerplant is set - an earlybloomingviolet.

#8: A wiggly worm comesup to twitch, nooneknowswhich endis which.

#9: Themud itself with food storesvast,fromlife that grewin agespast.

#10: It’s notall Naturethat reveals-here’sacandywrapperand two toy wheels.

#11: There’ssomethingmoving,what’sthatnow? I’ll pick it up...aBEE! OW YOW!

#12: Quick, here’ssomemud uponthespot,totakeawaythesorenesshot.

All: In mud there’sstoneandliving things,healingpowerfor bitter stings.Throughitflows theearth’slife blood, oursoil isreallyMAGIC MUD!

PowWow 1993

Closings

God’s HandiworkPersonnel: Cub ScoutsEquipment: Eachboy holdinga naturesceneSetting: Boys lined up in front of audience.

#1: We’ve learneda lot abouttaking careofthis wondrousplanetof ours.

#2: We will protectandcleanup theair, so allcan enjoythestars.

#3: We won’t litter ourfields andstreamsorthrow ourtrashon theroads.

#4: We will enjoyall thesun’sbeamsandprotectthehomesof thetoads.

#5: Natureis truly a wondrousthing. God’shandiworkis everywhere—

#6: In flowersandtreesandbutterfly wings,incleanwater,cleanfields andcleanair.

OutdoorCodePersonnel: 5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: Eachboy lined up in frontof audience.

#1: As an American,I will do my bestto...#2: Be cleanin my outdoormanners,#3: Be carefulwith fire,#4: Be consideratein theoutdoors,#5: Be conservationminded.



.IUNE. 1994

STRONG FOR AMERICA

Openings

This is Mv FlagPersonnel: 5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Americanflag, 3 lights eachcoveredwith crepepaperto appearred, whiteandblue.Setting: Flag is in thecenterof thestage.Theboysstandin a semi-circlebehindtheflag.

#1: This is my flag, theflagof theUnitedStatesof America,homeof liberty, landofopportunity,wheremenof all racesandcreedslive in peaceandfriendshipto-gether.

#2: (Turnson redlight) Theredof my flag isthe lifeblood of bravemenreadyto dieorworthily live for this, ourcountry.

#3: (Turnson white light) Thewhite ofmyflag is for purity, cleanlinessofpurpose,thought,word anddeed.

#4: (Turnson bluelight) Theblue ofmy flagis for faith andloyalty, like theeternalblueof thestarfilled heavens.

#5: TheCub Scoutpromisesto “do his duty tohis country.” Ourcountry is differentinmanywaysfrom othercountriesandmanyof thesedifferencesare whatmakethis thegreatestcountryin theworld. Pleasestandandjoin us in thePledgeof Allegiance.

TheFlagWe FlyPersonnel:5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 1 flag in flag standSetting: Boyssemi-circledbehindflag

#1: Whatdo theymean- thestripesof red?Couragethat’sbright andspirited.

#2: Whatdo theymeanthestarsof white?Eachfor a stateshinesstarry bright.

#3: What doesit mean thefield of blue?Heaven’sthereachof thebraveandtrue.

#4: Courageto do - and dare- anddie. Faithlike thestarsthat light thesky.

#5: Honorandvision toweringhigh... That’swhat it means,THE FLAG WE FLY.

Cub ScoutCitizenPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: One cup red crepepaper bits, onecupbluecrepepaperbits, onecup white crepepaperbits, silver starsor glitter in acup,a largepot,largespoon,flagSetting: Boys in semi-circle around the largepot,with flag folded andhiddeninsidepot.Theboysaddingredientsandthelastonestirs.

#1: We aregoing to fix for you a treatthat’sreallygrand;andmakefor you a recipe..thegreatestin the land.

#2: First, we’ll put in aheapingcup of red forcouragetrue. (Adds redpaper.)

#3: And thenwe’ll addfor loyalty, adashofheavenlyblue. (Addsbluepaper.)

#4: For purity, wenow sift in apinchofsnowywhite. (Addswhite paper.)

#5: And nexta gleamto makeit comeoutright. (Addsglitter.)

#6: (Stirring) We will stir andstir, andthenyou will see,thatwhatwehavemadeis...

All: Old Glory. (Pull out flag.)#1: Our flag is themostbeautifulflag in the

world. Let usalwaysbe loyal to it.

Closings

AmericaPersonnel: 7 Cub ScoutsEquipment: A-M-E-R-I-C-A cut out fromcardboardSetting: Each boy holdinga letter.

A —is for all peoplein ourland.M -is for menwhohelpedbuild, sogrand.E —standsfor equalityof race,color andcreed.R —is respectfor all people’sneed.I —is for ideas-newwaystoknow yourneighbor.C -standsfor caringandsharingin labor.A —is theallegiancewe shouldfeel for our land.

Skits



Wordsto Live ByPersonnel:8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Cardswith slogansSetting: Boysholding cards

#1: DO YOUR BESTin everythingyou do onlife’s way.

#2: ALWAYS BE FRIENDLY to brightenothers’ day.

#3: GIVE AWAY YOUR SMILES for it is arewardingdeed.

#4: BE PREPAREDto helpothersin theirdaily needs.

#5: BE HONESTAND SINCEREtowardsothersyou meet.

#6: BE LOYAL AND TRUE amostcom-mendablefeat.

#7: COUNTYOUR BLESSINGSbe thankfuleachday for thewonderful opportunitiesin life thatcomeyourway.

#8: GOODNIGHTto eachandeveryoneofyou. May thesethoughtsstay with youyourwhole life through.

.IULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEERS

Openings

Doorwayto AdventurePersonnel: 5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Coonskincap,spotlight,doororcurtainSetting: Cub in coonskincap behind door orcurtain,oneCub Scoutholdinglight on doorandtwo Cub Scoutsto opendooror dropcurtain,oneCub Scoutto narrate. Roomdarkened.

Narrator: This is thedoorwayto adventure.Behind it therearemanynewandexcitingthings: friends,games,trips, newskills,contests,awards,hiking, camping,fun ofall kinds. How do wegetsomuchbehindonesmall door? It’s easy! (Cubsopendoorto revealCub Scout in coonskincapbehinddoor.) It’s Cub Scouting!

CamDfireYarnsPersonnel: Any numberofCub Scouts,leaderEquipment: CampfireSetting: Cubs aroundcampfire.

#1: (Yawns)#2: (startsyawning)#3: (yawns)

(continueto includeall Cubs)Leader: (walksin) Hey boys,whatareyou

doing?Cubs: We’re having campfireyawns.Leader: (lookspuzzled) Boys, that’snot

campfireyawns,butcampfireyarns.

StoneSoupPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Horse for eachboy, pot, largespoon,pieplateandspoonfor 5, beansforteethSetting: Cowboysride up on poniesto chuckwagonwhereCookieis stirring dinner.

#1: Boy, is my stomachgrowling.#2: WonderwhatCookiehasplanned.#3: Oh, it betternot be beansagain! My

insidescan’thandleit!#4: Yeah! I evenhavenightmaresabout

beans.#5: What? Why beansarewonderful! The

musicalfruit!(Cowboystie up their horsesandCookiehandsthemfood he haddippedfrom thepot. Allcowboysexcept#5 droptheirdishesandrunoff holdingtheirmouths.)#5: (Sniffs and joyfully states) I just love to

sink my teeth into thosemushbeans. (Butashe bitesdown,a surprisedlook overcomeshim.)

Cookie:Men—nobeanstonight, it’s StoneSoup.

#5: (Pretendsto spit Out his teethinto thedish.Hehasconcealeddriedbeansin his handto useasteeth.)

Skits



Closings

A Cowboy’s PhilosophyPersonnel:5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: Boysup front

#1: We, thecowboysof thewesternplainsareboundby our desireto live free.

#2: Wemust, therefore,showrespectfor ourfellow man;

#3: Respectfor his beliefs,Respectfor his belongings,Respectfor his privacy,Respectfor the groundhe walkson andtheair he breathes.

#4: In doing so,we showrespectfor our-selves.

#5: And securefreedomfor all.

AUGUST. 1994

WATER FUN

Openings

OctopusPersonnel:Cub ScoutsEquipment: Posterwith an octopustheboyhasdrawnSetting: The boysform aline in front ofaudience.

#1: In tying knots, I amthechamp.Withbowlineor clovehitch,whenmy eightarmsgetin theway, I can’ttell which iswhich.

#2: An octopus,I like to hikeo’er underwaterhills. I ‘left’ and ‘right’ with just two legs,six othersgive mespills.

#3: A patriot I saluteour flag- theonethatI’llfight for; I don’t salutewith onerighthand,“CauseI salutewith four.”

#4: In rowing boatsI’m speedy.My eightarmsmovemefast. Nomatterhow youuseyouroars- you’ll comein tired andlast.

#5: I havetwo armsto gatherwool. Two armsto starttheflame. Two armsto cookmytastymeal. Two armsto shootfreshgame.

#6: I can passall swimmingtests,theback

stroke,floating or crawl. Causewith eightlegs in water,we really haveaball.

All: We’reaCub Scoutoctopus.But soonitwill be neat;we’ll be Boy Scouttender-foots with eighttenderfeet.

Skits

PureWaterPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: NoneSetting: 5 town folk sitting, visitor walksin.

Visitor: So,you saythewateraroundhereisnot so good?

Town Folk #1: Yes, it’s mightpoor.Visitor: Well, what do you do about it?Town Folk #2: Statesaidit wasn’tso, so we

boil it.Visitor: Is thatTown Folk #3:Visitor: Yes?Town Folk #4: Then we add chemicalsto it

thattheytoldusabout.Visitor: Yes?Town Folk #5: (laughing) Yes,thenwe drink

somethingelse. (All laugh)

Closings

SafeSwim DefenseCommitmentPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Posterof SafeSwim DefenseCommitment

#1: Responsibleadult over21 in chargewhomustbetrainedin watersafetyor useassistantswho arequalified.

#2: Requireevidenceof fitness.Adjust super-vision to anticipateanypotentialrisks.

#3: Preswimexplorationof swim area- threeareasidentified.

#4: Lifeguardspostedandequippedwith linesandpoles.

#5: A lookoutpostedwherehe canseeallareasatall times.

#6: Swimmersdivided into ability groups-

nonswimmers,beginnersandswimmers.#7: All swimmerspairedasbuddiesand

alwaysswim with buddies.#8: Intelligentdisciplinemaintainedatall

all?Thenwe filter it.

times.



SEPTEMBER. 1994


Openings

OurFamilyPersonnel:4 Cub ScoutsEquipment: AmericanFlagSetting: Cubsstandingaroundflag.

#1: Ourfamilieshavefun by beinginvolved inall theCub Scoutactivities,like coming topackmeetings.

#2: Ourfamilieshavefun by helpingourCubScoutswith achievements,to advanceinrank.

#3: Our familieshavefun by thinking upprojectsfor our dens.

#4: Justaswe havefun in ourdensandpackmeetings,we alsocanhavefun in ourfamilies. We cando thingstogether,likesayingthePledgeof Allegiancetogether.(Leadthepledge.)

SevenDaysof theWeekPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Posterswith thedaysof theweekon themSetting: Sevenboyscarryingpostersin front,oneoff to theside.

Sunday -Sundaybeginstheweekwith churchandfamily.

Monday -Monday startstheschoolweekwithfriends.

Tuesday-Tuesdayour pack meets and awardsaregiven.

Wednesday-Wednesdayis themiddle oftheweekandtime to takea break.

Thursday-ThursdayCubScoutdensmeetandlearna newcraftsand skills.

Friday -Friday is thelastday of theschoolweek.

Saturday-Saturdayis theend oftheweek,time for sportsandouting. (All startlaughing)

8th Cub: (entering)Why areyou all laughing?All: Becausewe are “Happy Days”!

AntsPersonnel: 6 - 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: PapersacksSetting: Skit openswith boysstandingto-getherin backyard.

Gee, there’snothingto do.Yeah,I know.Hey, let’shavea backyardpicnic.

All: Yeah!#4: But it’s going to rain.#1: I don’t think so. If it doeswecaneatin

thehouse.#2: I’ll bring thepotato chips.#3: I’ll bring thehot dogs.#4: I’ll bring thehot dog buns.#5: I’ll bringthedrinks.#6: I’ll bring somethingspecial.(All walk off stageandcomebackcarryingsacks.)#2: Herearethechips.#3: Hereare thehotdogs.#4:#5:#6: (Accidentallydropshis sack) Oh, NO!#1: What’swrong?#6: I broughttheants! (All runoff stage.)

ReporterWith No StoryPersonnel:8 Cub Scouts(adjustprofessionsto numberof Cubs)Equipment: NoneSetting: Edge ofmountain - newspaperre-porteris gettingreadyto jump. Bankerenters.

Banker: Hey,whatareyou doing?Reporter: I’m a newspaperreporter. I don’t

haveany story soI’m goingto jump.Banker: Wait—I’m a banker and I don’t have

any money. I’ll jump with you. (Both getreadyto jump.)

Astronaut: What areyou doing?Banker: I’m a bankerandI don’t haveanymoney.

Skits

#1:#2:#3:

Hereare thehotdog bunsHereare thedrinks.



Reporter: I’m a newspaperreporter. I don’thaveany story sowe’re going to jump.

Astronaut: I’m an astronautandmy rocketfailed. I’ll jump with you. (All preparetojump.)

Birdwatcher: What are you doing?...Astronaut,Banker,Reporterrepeatasabove

Birdwatcher: I’m abirdwatcherand I can’tfind any birds. I’ll jumpwith you. (Allprepareto jump. Continueasabovewiththefollowing professionsor othersyouboyshaveinvei~ited.)

Cook: I’m acook andno onewill eatmyfood. I’ll jumpwith you.

Inventor: I’m an inventor and can’t think ofanythingto invent. I’ll jumpwith you.

Fisherman: I’m afishermanandI can’tcatchany fish. I’ll jump with you.(After lastprofession,all prepareto jump.All jumptogether— exceptthereporter.All otherslie on thefloor.)

Reporter: Now I have a story to write!!

Closings

My BackyardPersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Picturesof backyardson postersSetting: Boys in front holdingposters.

#1: My backyardis awondrousplace—I canstakeaclaim orcontemplatespace.

#2: I canpitch atent andsleepin therain,orlisten to thewhistleof afar awaytrain.

#3: I canthrowaball to Motheror Dad,orjust be alonewhenI getmad.

#4:1can plant a garden or climb a tree, or getmy dog, Ralph,to chaseafrisbee.

#5:Sometimesweevenhavedenmeetingsthere. I’ve finishedmy Wolf andstartedmy Bear!

#6: Yeah,thebackyard’stheplacewhereIrun , whenI really want to havesomefun.

A SmilePersonnel: 5 Cub ScoutsEquipment: A smilefor eachboySetting: Boyswith smilesin hiddenfront ofaudience~.

#1: A smile costsnothing- butcreatesmuch.#2: It happensin aflash,but thememory

sometimeslastsforever.#3: It cannotbe bought,begged,borrowedor

stolenbut it is somethingthat is ofnoearthlygoodto anyoneunlessit is givenaway.

#4: So, if in yourhurryandrushyou meetsomeonewhois too wearyto give you asmile - leaveoneof yours.

#5: No oneneedsa smile quite asmuchashewho hasnoneleft to give. (Eachboyshowssmile.)

OCTOBER. 1994

ACHIEVEMENT PARADE

Openings

ThePromisePersonnel: 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Wolf bookSetting: The first boy holds theWolf bookandbook is passedto next in line to saylines.

#1: As boys andtheirfamiliesjoined CubScoutsthey learnedtheCubScoutpromise.

#2: Whenwesaywe’ll do somethingthat is apromise,wepromiseto do ourbest.

#3: Thenwepromiseto do our duty to God.This meansweputGodfirst. We do whatweknowGodwantsusto do.

#4: Thenwepromiseto do ourduty to ourcountry. This meanswe shoulddo whatwecanfor ourcountry andbeproudthatweareAmericans.

#5: Nextwepromiseto helpotherpeoplewhich meansyou should do thingsforothersthatwould pleasethem.

#6: Lastly wepromiseto obeytheLaw ofthePack. All ofthis wepromiseto do.

All: We maynotbe perfect,butwe should“Doourbest.”



Cub ScoutingIs ManyThingsPersonnel:12 Cub ScoutsandnarratorEquipment: Candle holder with 12 candles,One candle to light othersfrom.Setting: Eachof the 12 Cubslights a candleandgiveshis message.Roomshouldbe dark.

#1: Cub Scoutingis aBOY. He is somewherebetween7 and 11. He is justan averageboy, energetic,inquisitive,noisy andeagerto exploretheworld aroundhim.

#2: Cub Scoutingis PARENTSwho lovethisboy andcareabouthim. Theywanthim togrow up to be awell-roundedindividualwho canlive andwork in a atmosphereofharmonyandcooperation.

#3: Cub Scoutingis a DEN LEADER whoopensherhomeandherheartto this boyandothersjust like him so theymaylearnto do thingsin agroupratherthanindi-vidually andlearnto sharethelimelightwith others.

#4: Cub Scoutingis a DEN CHIEF, a BoyScoutorExplorerwho works into his busyscheduleatime for youngerboysso hemayencouragethemto stay on theScout-ing trail formanyears.

#5: Cub Scoutingis aCUBMASTERwhogivesof his sparetime andsometimesmuchmoreto provideaprogramthat willbringquality Cub Scoutingto aboy.

#6: Cub Scoutingis aCOMMITTEE madeupofinterestedparentswho backup theCubmasterandwho servewillingly tocarryOut thepackgoals.

#7: Cub Scoutingis aNATIONWIDE ORGA-NIZATION, a little brotherprogramtoBoy Scoutingprovidedby theBoy ScoutsofAmerica.

#8: Cub Scoutingis FUN for theboy, hisparentandleaders.

#9: Cub Scoutingis FELLOWSHIPwith theboy in yourclassatschool,yourneighborandotherpeopleyou might nevermeetexceptthroughCub Scouts.

#10: Cub Scoutingis CITIZENSHIP,teaching

theyoungboy respectto Godandcoun-try. He learnshis moral obligationstohimselfandhis fellow men.

#11:Cub Scoutingis a CHALLENGE to allwhobecomeinvolved,achallengeto liveup to high ideals,to bringforth creativeideas,to expresshimself. It is alsoachallengeto learnto acceptthe ideasofotherswho maynot agreewith you andlearnto compromiseandwork ourdiffer-ences.

#12:Cub Scoutingis ACHIEVING by boysandparentsastheywork togetheronadvancementsin thebooks. Leadersachieveastheycarryout thedenandpackprogramsuccessfully.

Narrator: As you cansee,Cub Scoutingismanythings-eachoneimportantandshinningforth in its ownway. If wekeepall theselights burningbrightly in ourpack,ourradiancewill be seenby manypeople. This is Cub Scouting.

Skits

ThankYour ParentsPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Large Posterdivided into 8,whenput togetherhasahearton it with thewordsTHANK YOU in it.Setting: Eachboy hasa pieceof theheart.After all lineshavebeenread,thefirst fourstandin a line andhold theircardswhile thesecondfourkneelin front andhold up theircardssothattheheartis formed.

#1: Ourleadersaregrand, thebestin theland.

#2: Theydeserveathankyou, anda big hand,too.

#3: This celebration’sthetime and theplace,to tell themwe think so, right to theirface.

#4: Sothanksto thedenleaders,committeeandCubmaster,atmaking Scoutingfun,they’retruly themasters.

#5: But there’ssomeonespecialwe don’t wantto leaveout, afterall, they’reabig partofwhat Scouting’sabout.



#6: We want to saythankyou,Mom and Dad,andtell you that wearereally glad,

#7: To haveyou asparents,yesit’s true,becauseofyourhelp andall that you do,

#8: To helpusthroughScouting’sachieve-mentsandranks, you truly deserveourheartfeltthanks.

Closings

May IPersonnel: 10 Cub ScoutsEquipment: Flag on pole centerof stageSetting: Boyscomeon stageoneby one,standnearflag, saytheii lines, saluteflag andretiresto rearof stagewhereahorseshoeis formed.

#1: May I grow in characterandability asIgrow in size.

#2: May I be honestwith myselfandothersinwhat I do and say.

#3: May I learnandpracticemy religion.#4: May I alwayshonormy parents,my elders

andmy leaders.#5: May I develophigh moral principlesand

thecourageto live by them.#6: May I strive for healthin body,mind and

spirit.#7: May I alwaysrespecttherights of others.#8: May I seta goodexamplesothat others

mayenjoyand profit from my company.#9: May I give honesteffort to my work.#10:May I regardmy educationaspreparation

for afuture in lifes’ Doorwayto Adventure.

Cub ScoutPersonnel: 8 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 8 posters,eachwith aletterC-U-B-S-C-O-U-TSetting: Boysholdingposters.

C —is for comradeship;welearnto getalong.U —is for unity; togetherwearestrong.B -is for boys;wild andwooly - but nice.5 -is for Scouting;fun andlearningfor all.C —is for courtesy,ofwhich we all know.0—is for outing;,we’re rarin’ to go.U —is for universal;Scoutsareknownin every

land.I -is for teamwork;we’ll lendyou ahand.

NOVEMBER. 1994

HARBORS, STATIONS AND AIRPORTS

Openings

TheBusto Cub ScoutLandPersonnel: 6 Cub Scouts,CubmasterEquipment: Large cardboard Cut-out busSetting: SeveralCub Scoutscarrya largecardboardcut-outofabusandstop at variousbusstopsto pick up Cubmasteranddenlead-ers,takethemto front of room and unloadthere. During thetrip, someof theCubson thebusgivethe following tour information.

#1: Ladiesandgentlemen.Thedestinationofthis busis CubLand. Cub Landis anattractionwhich hasmoreto offer thanDisneyland,Six Flags andtelevisioncombined.

#2: Whenyou getto Cub Land,you will findfun craftprojectsto make.

#3: You’ll find gamesand songs.#4: Cub Land has greattreatssuchasweekly

den meetingsandtours.#5: Eachmonththereis afun filled pack

meetingwith awards,skits andsongs.#6: WebelosScoutsin Cub Landwork on

excitingactivity badgesandgo on fatherandsoncampouts.

(LeadersandCubmastergetoff thebus.CubmasterleadsthePledgeof Allegiance.)

Trainof FreedomPersonnel: Cubmasterand 6 Cub ScoutsEquipment: 6 postersoneeachwith a trainengine,coalcar,gondolacar,tankcar, box car,cabooseSetting: Boysline up in order in front ofaudience.

Engine: This is theenginethat representsourgovernmentthat keepsuson the righttrack.

CoalCar: This is thecoalcar that representsthepeoplewho supplytheenergyto runourgovernment.

Gondola Car: This is thegondolacarthatrepresenttheopenmindsof thepeople

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who supply theenergyto runourgovernment.

Tank Car: This is thetankcar thatrepresentstheenergyto produccetheideasin theopenmindsofthepeoplewho supply theenergyto runthegovernment.

Box Car: This is thebox car thatcarriesthefood from ourfannersthat helpsproducetheenergyto supply theideasin theopenmindsof thepeoplethatrunourgovern-ment

Caboose:Lastbut not least,this is thecaboosethatrepresentsScouting,which trainstheboyswith fantasticenergywho eatthefood from our farmersandgrow to menwho producetheenergyto supply theideasin theopenmindsof thepeoplethatrunour government.

Cubmaster: This train is unique, in that itrunson freedom,thefreedomthathasmadethis countrythestrongnationthatit is today.

Skits

How Did You GetThere?Personnel: 5 - 8 Cub Scouts,NarratorEquipment: Handicraftproject, doctoroutfit,books,sign saying“Don’t Forgetto Vote,”towel, razor,sunglassesSetting: 4 Cub Scoutsup front carryingonconversation,otherCub Scoutsto carrypropsacross.

Narrator: Transportationplayeda veryimportantpart in thesettlingofAmerica.How did you gethere?

#1: If thePilgrimscameoveron theMay-flower, how did theScoutsgethere?

#2: I don’t know. How?#1: On handycrafts. (Cub comesacrossstage

carryinghandicraftproject.)#3: If thePilgrimscameon theMayflowerand

theScoutson handycrafts,how did thedoctorsgethere?

#4: I don’t know. How?#3: On blood vessels.(Cub dressedas a

doctorenters.)#1: How did thestudentsgethere?#2: On scholarships. (Cub carryingbooks

crosses.)#3: How did all the ordinarypeoplegethere?

#4: On citizenships. (Cubcarrying“Don’tForgetto Vote” signenters.)

#1: I know how thebarbersgothere.#2: How?#1: On clipper ships.(Cub dressedasbarber

with towel andrazorenters.)#3: How did all themovie starsgethere?#4: On a showboat. (Cub wearingsunglasses

enters.)#3: I’ll betyou canguesshow all thehot

headsgot here. (Cub entersshakinghisfist andpretendingto quarrelwith everyone.)

All: On steamships,of course.

Closings

JoinedTogetherPersonnel: 5 Cub Scouts,CubmasterEquipment: Cardboardsignswith appropriatepicturesSetting: Boys lined up in front of audience.

#1: (Holding trainengine) Whenengineeringa project,keepon theright track. Thisway you neverwill be caughtslack.

#2: (Holding coveredwagon) Thecoveredwagonservedfolks well in its day. Butdon’t getin arut - you won’t go far thatway.

#3: (Holding plane)To guide yourlife, like agoodpilot you’ll find, it’s importanttokeepan openmind.

#4: (Holding car) If spinningyourwheelscausesa terriblemmblin~,you maynot bemoving,but justsitting theregrumbling.

#5: (Holding spaceship) Justasan astronautflies intospace,with a lot of determina-tion, you cango anyplace.

Cubmaster:Justlike thecars in atrain,we’rejoined togetherasone. We do our besttohelp thepackgo, while havingCub Scoutfun. Andwhenit’s time to partandeachtakesa separatetrail, we’ll do ourbestforGodandcountry. In thatwewill not fail.We rememberourCubScoutPromiseineverythingwe do. Pleasejoin us in theCub ScoutPromise.

For other “Patriotic” openings,closingsandskitssee“Keeping thePromise” sectionof the pow wow book.


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GAMES

Introduction to Games IGamesCub ScoutsPlay IChoosingaGame 1Suggestionsfor ConductingGames IPackGames 2DenGames 2GamesChest 2Typesof Games 3Monthly Themes:

December/HolidayMagic 7January/ExploringAlaska 8February/Blue& Gold Traditions .. 10MarchlWheels,Wings andRudders 11ApriilShapeUp 13May/Back to Nature 14June/Strongfor America 15July/BuckskinPioneers 17August/WaterFun 18September/ExploringYour Neighborhood 20October/AchievementParade 21November/Harbors,StationsandAirports 23

MidwayGames 25

Thru the Looking Glass Games

GAMESEveryonelikes to havefun! Theplaying ofgamesis an extremelyeasyandfulfilling wayto havefun.

Cub Scoutingis fun. It is oneendlessgamewheretheCub Scoutlearnsnewskills, enlargeson knownskills andcanseemoreclearlyhisplacein theworld aroundhim. Gamescanaccomplishalargescaleof activitiesandconveymorethanskill improvement.Theycanencouragethought,promoteteamspirit,buildcitizenship,developone’sown mind andbodyandbe an outletfor excessenergy.GamesteachtheCub Scoutto follow therules,to waithis turn, to respecttherightsof others,to give andtakeandto playfair.

Playinggamesshouldbe an experiencesharedby all Cub Scouts.

GAMES CUB SCOUTSPLAY

Gamesare:• Lessonswithout teachers• Body builders• Mind stretchers• Friendmakers• Building blocks• Mostof all gamesarefun.

Throughgames,a Cub Scout:• Learnsnewskills• Developsnewinterests• Learnsfair play• Is taughtrespectfor therightsofothers

Cubslike gamesin which thereis asizeableelementof luck. They do not requireprizes,nor do theyseemto worry if the gameis notfinished. They like gameswhich restartalmostautomatically,sothat everyoneis givenanewchance.Cubslike gameswherebytheygainthereassurancethatcomeswith repetition.Remember,thesuccessof agameperioddependsgreatlyuponleadership.Whensome-

onesays: “Games?They’refor thebirds. Kidstuff. I don’t wanna play,” what he is reallysayingis: “I don’t know how or I’m scaredtotry becauseI mightnotbe any good.”

A leadercanchallengeandpersuadetheshyCub Scoutandchanneltheenergyofthe‘showoff,’ makingdenandpackmeetingsfunfor all.

CHOOSII~GA GAME

1. Know and understandthegame.2. Bepreparedto teachthegame.3. Takeinto consideration:

• Physicalarrangements• Equipmentneeds• Numberinvolved• Abilities of theparticipants

4. KISMIF - Keepit simplemakeit fun.Give it full attention;practiceto makeit work; thenevaluatetomakesureit is right

SUGGESTIONS FOR CONDUCTIINGGAMES

1. Know thegamewell andtheareaneededbeforeteachingit. Haveall thenecessaryequipmenton hand.

2. Removeall possiblehazardsfrom thegamearea.

3. Havethefull attentionofthegroupbeforetrying to explaintherulesof thegame.

4. To introduce the game,name it, dem-onstrateit, askfor questions,thenstartit.

5. Always insiston fair play.6. If a game is going badly, stop it, ex-

plain again,thentry thegameoncemore.7. Play,but don’toverplayagame. A

successfulgamewill be morein de-mandif it is stoppedwhile it is stillbeingenjoyed.

8. Bealertto overexertion;breathless-ness;quick, shallowbreathing;pain intheheartareas;seeingspotsor throb-bing in theearsand/oreyes.


Games Thru the Looking Glass

PACK GAMES

Thegamespickedfor apackmeetingshouldbefun to play andfunto watch. Theyshouldpromotegoodsportsmanshipandhopefullytieinto themonthly theme.

A multi-stationrelaycaneasilyaccomplishallof these.For instance,if thethemewerespace,thestationscouldbe.. spinaroundSaturn..drink Tangfrom a“big dipper”..eatacrackerandwhistle,“WhenYou Wish UponaStar”..shootthemoon, etc. In betweenstations,theparticipantscouldwalk asif weightless(inslow motion). This typeofrelaycaneasilybeadaptedto any theme. Ridea broomhorsebetweencowboyand Indianstations,or walklike FrankensteinbetweenHalloweenstations.

Gamesthat arefun to play andfun for thepackto watchcanbe designedwith just a little bit ofinnovation. Everyoneshouldbe ableto partici-pate. Don’t justpick oneortwo boysfromeachden. Be sureto getparentsinvolved! TheCubswill love watchingtheirparentsplaying agame.

Oneof themostimportantaspectsofkeepingapackhealthyis to makethenewfamiliesfeelwelcome. This is truein all packsbut it isespeciallytrue in largeactivepacks. Often it isintimidatingfor newpeopleto comeinto agroupwhereeveryoneknowseachother.Therearemanywaysto makenewfamiliesfeelwelcomeandplaying an icebreakergameis an especiallygoodway. Icebreakergamesarefun anda goodway to getpeopleto meeteachother. Icebreakerscanbe foundin“GroupMeetingSparklers”and the“How ToBook” availableat theScoutShop;however,designingan icebreakerfor athemeis easy.For example,if thethemewerepatriotic,choosefourpatrioticsongs. Havea slip ofpaperwith thenameof oneof thesongswrittenon it for eachpersonattendingthepackmeet-ing. Handtheseslips of paperto eachperson

astheywalk in thedoorandhavethemfind theothersthathavetheirmatchingsong. As anopening,eachgroupcouldsing theirsong.Onepersonfrom eachgroupcouldalsointro-duceapersontheydidn’t know before.

DEN GAMES

Dengamesaredesignedwith asmall groupofboysin mind. Quietgamesarehelpfulwhenweatherprohibitsoutdooractivities. Dengamescanbe relaysor canbe playedby indi-vidual boys.

An activedengameis a helpful startat denmeetingto “get thekinks Out.” Remember,mostdenmeetingsareheld immediatelyafterschool,whenboyshavebeencoopedup forseveralhours. A dengamecanprovideanoutletfor letting off steamandmaymakethegroupeasierto handlefor thequieteractivitieslaterin themeeting.

Choosingup sidesamongtheboysis notalwayseasy. If thereis aproblemboy who isnot aswell liked by all members,drawingstraws,goingin alphabeticalorderorselectingtwo captainsto choosealternatelymaybefairwaysto selectteams.

Remember.,gamescanbe usedto teachfairplay,promotegood sportsmanshipandbuildcharacter.,butmostof all, theyshouldbe fun.

GAMES CHEST

Thegamechestwill be asilent helperwhenplannedactivities areover too quickly. It canhelpthedennerwhenit is his turn to helpatdenmeetings.

Eachdenshouldmakeup its own gamechest,decoratingit with its own designsandfilling itwith manydifferent items foundaroundthehouseorpurchasedat small cost. Includeinthegamechestagamecardfile, listing whatequipmentis neededfor thegameandtheplayingrules.



Someitems that might be includedare:• papercups• paperplates• sodastraws• spoons• clothespins• blocksofwood• crayons• playing cards• dominoes• eggcartons• pop bottles• muffin tins• washers• bandanas• fishingpoles• maskingtape• feathers• toothpicks• assortedtin cans• pingpongballs• whistles• 12’ clothesline

Beginnow accumulating‘odds andends’ forthedengamechest. As newgamesaretried,boyscanbring scrapitemsfrom hometo beusedin thegame.Thenaddthemto thegamechestfor futureuse.

Theitems in thegamechestmaybe usedinseveralways:clothespins, washersandplayingcardscanbetossedinto piepansandcans;featherscanbe blown acrosstheroom inrelays;pingpongballscanbe rolled, tossedorblown with a strawintocontainers;old workglovesarehelpful in playing fumblefingers;handkerchiefsmakegoodteamflags orblind-folds; rubberringsmaybe tossedoverbottlenecks..,thelist goeson andon.

Thegameschestis agoodplaceto storedensupplies,unfinishedcraft itemsand denrecords. Try makinga gamechest. It will soonbecomeatreasurechest.

TYPES OF GAMES

Therearemanytypesof games.Gamescanbequiet or theycanbe active. Theycandependon chanceor theycantakeskill, speedorstrength.Therearegamesfor one or twopersons,andgamesfor groupsof any size.Somegamesproviderelaxationandamuse-mentandsomestimulationthroughphysicalormentalexercise.

Playis unrestrictedbutgameshaverules. Ineachgamethereis a contest.

Hereareseveraltypesofgameswith examplesofeach.

ACTIVE GAMES

HandBaseballMaterials:Basketball,volleyball or sportball

Somethingto markbases

You canhaveaden ball gameevenif themeetingplaceis asmall backyardor a tiny areaofapark. Handbaseballcanbe playedin anareaassmall as50’ x 75’. Play it like baseballexceptthat:

• Basesareabout35 apart.• Pitchingdistanceis about15’.• A basketball,volleyball or sportball is

usedandthebatterhits it with fist oropenhand.

• Thepitcherpitchesunderhand.• A baserunnermaybe putOut by hitting

him with theball.

• ropes• tin pie plates• marbles• rubberball• beanbags• chalk• pencils• string• old umbrella•darts• milk cartons• checkers• broomsticks• rubberjar rings• paperbags• dice• wide mouthjar• old work gloves• bottlecaps• balloons• curtainrod rings



QUIET GAMES

LogomachyMaterials:Cardboardletters

This gameis playedwith cardboardlettersprintedon one side. Boxescontaining suchletterscanbe boughtbutit is easyto print themandCut themOut. Thereshouldbe cardsforeachletterof thealphabet,aboutsix for thelettermostcommonlyused,like A, B, C, D, E,M, P. R, S, and T and only one for suchlettersasJ,X, Y, Z.

Thesecardsareplaced,lettersdown,on thetable. Eachonedrawsone. Theonewhodrawstheletternearestto A plays first. Puttingall thelettersback,thefirst playerdrawsaletterandlays it down,faceup, on thetable.Theplayerto his leftdoesthesame.As soonasany playercanmakeaword outof oneofhis own lettersandtheletterslaid down by theothers,he picks up all thesecardsand placesthemon thetablebeforehim. For example,thefirst playerlaysdowntheletter0 and theseconddrawstheletterS, thesecondmakestheword“so.” Any wordmaybe takenfrom anyplayerby anotherplayerwho drawsaletterwhichwill makealongerword outof it. if thethirdplayerdrawstheletterB, he canmake“sob” out of“so” andshouldtaketheselettersto make this word. The one who can make tenwordsfirst, wins.

TARGET GAMES

Pan TossMaterials: 3 pansofdifferentsizes

6 pingpongballs

Procurethreepansof differentsizeswhich willfit oneinsidetheotherandstill allow somespacebetweentherims. Labeleachpan somevaluefrom 5 to 25.

Bouncethepingpongballssotheywill hopinto thepans. Scoreaccordingto pointsallot-tedto eachpan.

GOAL GAMES

Countto TenMaterials: None

All playersstandon oneline exceptoneplayer,who is it. “It” standswith his backto theotherplayerson agoal line about30 to 35 feetfromthestartingline. “It” countsto tenasfastandasclearlyashe can. While he is counting,theotherplayersadvanceasfastastheycan,byputting onefoot directlyin front of theother,(heel,toe,heel,toe). At thecountoften,“It”turnsaround. Everyonefreezes.If someonemoveshe startsall over again. Thefirst playeracrossthegoalline wins andbecomesthenextcounter.

BOARD GAMES

IlLMaterials: Paper,oaktagorposterboard

PenIndexcardsin two colorsScissorsOneplaying die

Yut is Parcheesi,Korean-style,recommendedfor gradestwo andthree. A board,which canbe madewith paper,oaktagorposterboardisneeded.

Eachplayerneedsfour gametokens. Theycanbe cutfrom small piecesof indexcards— fourin onecolor andfour in another andusedasmarkers.Fourpenniesandfournickelsorothermarkersmayalsobe used.


GamesThru the Looking Glass

Beginwith oneplayer’sfour tokensin one oftheDECK circlesand theotherplayer’sfourtokensin theotherDECK circle. Turn by turn,eachplayertakestokensfrom theirDECKcircles,puts themon START, andracesthemaroundtheboarduntil theyreachSTARTagain. Thentheyarecango HOME. Thefirstplayerto getall four tokensHOME wins.

To raceeachplayerin turn rolls thedie. Thenumberrolled is thenumberofspacestheplayercanmovetheirtoken. Themovingalwaysgoescounter-clockwisearoundtheoutsidelinesof theboard,unlessatokenlandson oneof thebottomcornerpoints. A tokenthatlandson thebottomleft handcornerpointcantakea diagonalshortcutacrossthesquareto thetop right handcorner.

Betteryet, if while taking thediagonalshortcutthetokenlandson themiddle dot, it canturnandheaddirectly backto START.

If a tokenpassesoverthebottomleft-handcorner,it might still landon thebottomrighthandcornerpoint. If it does,it cantakethatdiagonalshortcutacrossthesquareandzipbackto START.

Therearethreeotherrules. Eachtime you rollthedie, you canpick which of yourtokenstomoveortakeanew tokenfrom yourDECK,put it on START and beginits marcharoundtheboard. If you landon your opponent’stoken,theopponent’stokengoesbackto hisDECK. If you land on your own token, youcanpiggybackthetwo tokens(or howevermanyyou haveon thatpoint) andmovethemasif theywere a singletoken. Piggybackingdoublesthespeedwith which you cangetthetokenshomebut alsodoublesthedamageif theotherplayerlandson that point.

RELAY GAMES

FumbleFingersRelayMaterials: 2 jarswith screwlids

10 toothpicks2 pair largemittens

Eachteamhasapair of largemittens. At agoal line is ajar,for eachteam,containingfivetoothpicks. Onsignal,thefirst personfromeachteamracesto thegoal line, putson thegloves,removesthelid, emptiesthejar,picksup thetoothpicksand putsthembackin thejarandscrewson thelid. He takesoff themittensandracesbackto handthemto thenextplayer,whorepeatstheaction.

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BALLOON GAMESBalloon BasketballMaterials: Cardboardstrip 1” x 38”

Tapeor staplesString2 roundballoonsofdifferentcolors

Make abasketballhoopOut of acardboardstripabout1” wide and38 long. Attach theendstogetherby tapeor staples.Tie thehoopto theceiling by two sthngsaboutsix feetfrom thefloor. Divide theboysinto teams,eachhavingadifferentcolor balloon. Havethemstartabout6 or 8 feetbackfrom thebasket.On thesignal“Go”, thefirst two playersbat theirballoonsinto theair and try to makea basket.Whoevermakesabasketfirst catcheshisballoonandgivesit to his teammate,who doesthesame.Eachbasketcountsas2 points. Theballoonmaynot touch thegroundor theplayerstartsagain. Let thegamego for acertainamountoftime. Highestscorewins.

TAG GAMES

PairedPreyMaterials: 1 bell

1 blind fold for eachplayer

Onepersonis chosenasthepredator.Thepredatoris blindfoldedand abell is attachedtohis clothing. Theotherspairup anddecideonwhat animaleachpair would like to be andwhat soundtheywill use. All participantsareblindfoldedandthegroupis spreadOut withthepredatorplacedin themiddleof theplayarea. Theanimalpairsareto find eachotherby thesoundstheymakebeforethepredatortouchesthem. Thepredatorshouldtry to keephis bell assilentaspossibleby walkingsi-lently. Onceapairhasfoundeachothertheytaketheblindfoldsoff and walk off thefield.If thepredatortouchesan “animal” beforetheyfind theirmate,theanimal musttakeit’sblindfold off andwalk off theplay area. Allanimalswalk, don’t run!!

Thegameendswhentheanimalspairup or thepredatorfinds theanimalsandis left aloneontheplay area. Sometimesa time limit of 10-15minutes is helpful. Discussioncanfollowabouthow animalsin thewild might feel astheyarethreatenedandlook for safety.

Suggestedanimals:Cow - mooHorse - neighChicken- cluckRooster- cocka doodledooDog - barkMouse - squeak,squeak

.or thinkof yourown

StraddleBallMaterials: Kickball or playgmundball

All playersform a circleandspreadaparttheirlegsjust far enoughto be comfortable. Oneplayeris it. Hestandsin themiddleof thecircle with a ball. Theobjectofthegameis fortheplayerin middleto get theball outsidethecircle throughtheotherplayerslegs. Theotherplayersin thecircle canusetheirhands,butcannottouchthegroundor losetheirbalance.If theydo, theychangeplaceswith theplayerin themiddle. If theplayerin themiddle getstheball throughoneplayerslegs, he changesplaceswith thatplayer.

BALL GAMES



DECEMBER. 1993

HOLIDAY MAGIC

SnowballRareMaterials: A containerofsmall marshmallows

per teamA plasticspoonAn emptyContainerper team

Playerssit in linesof equallength; six playersperline. A containerof marshmallowsisplacedin front of eachline andan emptycontaineris placedbesidetheplayerattheendof theline, Eachplayeris given asmall plasticspoon. Onsignal, thefirst playertakesonemarshmallowin his spoonandtransfersit tohis neighbor’sspoonandso on downtheline.As soonastheplayerat theendofthe linereceivesthemarshmallowandplacesit in theemptycontainerhe yells, “It’s ahit!” This isthesignalfor thefirst player to startthenextmarshmallowdowntheline. Any marshmal-low thatis droppedmustbe replacedon thespoonby thepersonwho droppedit beforeitcanbe passedalong. Theteamgettingall theirmarshmallowsinto thecontainerfirst, wins.

Pin theHanukkahCandleMaterials: A poster-sizemenorah

A cardboardcandlefor eachplayer

Draw amenorahon alargesheetof cardboardandtapeit to thewall. From lightweightcardboard,cut out acandleforeachplayer.Thecandlerepresentstheshainmesor candleusedto light theeight Hanukkahcandles.Putapin throughtheflame of eachcandle. Blind-fold a Cub Scoutandturn him aroundthreetimes. He thentriesto pin his shanimeson anyof themenorah’scandles. Theonewho comesclosest,wins.

Filling Santa’sPackMaterials: A balloon for eachplayer,color-

codedfor eachteamA largebarrelor trashcan

Form two den-sizegroupsandline themup atoppositesidesof theroom. Give oneteam

balloonsofone color;give to theotherteamacontrastingcolor. Ask themto blow up theirballoonsandtie them. In thecenteroftheroom,havealargecontainer—butnotonelargeenoughto hold all the inflatedballoons.On signal,haveall theboystry to taptheirballoonsinto thebarrelwith onehandbehindtheir back. Whenthecontaineris full, stop thegame. Theteamwith themostballoonsin thecontainerwins.

SantaNodsMaterials: None

Santais in thecenterofa circle madeby theotherplayers. Santapointsat anyplayerandsays,“Santasaysyes” or “Santasaysno.”Thatplayermustquickly nod “yes” or shakehishead“no.” If Santasaysonly “yes” or “no”withoutfirst saying“Santasays,”theplayermustnot respond.If he does,he is out ofthegame. Santashouldgivecommandsquickly.Thelastpersonstill in thegamebecomesthenewSanta.

WhatDoestheSnowmanSay?Nothing!

Materials: A hat, preferablyabowlerhatA muffler

Onecub, theSnowman,dressedup in thehatand muffler, standsstiffly facingthegroup. Hemustnotrespondin any way—bygiggling,movingor speaking. Theobjectof thegameisfor theotherboysto geta reply to theirques-tions, suchas “What’s yourmiddle name?Who’s yourbestfriend? Do you like icecream?”or to maketheSnowmanlaughbymaking faces. No touchingis allowed. Estab-lish ashorttime limit andplay severaltimes.Any boy who getsaresponsefrom theSnowmanbecomesthenextone. Finishupwith aSNOWMELT: everyoneturns intoasnowmanand atthesignal“the suncomesout,” thesnowmenbegin to “melt down” to thefloor—the last oneto meltcompletely(stretchout on thefloor) is thewinner. Rule: keepmovingall thetime.



StarRaceMaterials: Onestrawandtissuestarperboy

This gamemaybe playedby awhole line ofboys,with a startingline acrosstheroom fromthefinish line. Placea staron the floor in frontofeachboy. Theboysmustinhalethroughthestrawsto lift thestaroff thefloor andwalkacrosstheroom anddropit acrossthefinishline. Theboy maytouchthestrawwith hishandsbut he cannottouchthestarat all. If thestardrops,theboy mustretrieveit by thestrawonly andcontinueto thefinish line.

sled,thensignalfor thedogsto run; Thefirstsledteamto getto thegoal line, pick up thegold andreturnto thestartingline is thewin-ning team. To get thegold, thedrivermustgetOut ofthesled,pick up thegold andgetbackinto thesledbeforeit canstartthetrip back. Atthefinish line, thedrivermustgetout ofthesledandrunbehindit overthefinish line.

Makegold nuggetsby sprayinggold lacqueronstonesaboutthesizeof a sugarcube. Eachpiececould bea souvenirfor thedriver andeachdog.

JANUARY. 1994

EXPLORING ALASKA

AlaskanGold RushMaterial:A sledforeachteam(seeillustration)

Gold-paintedrocks(sizeof a sugarcubeandonefor eachboy on theteam)

Prepareasled foreachteam—abox largeenoughfor aCub Scoutto ride in andwithsideslow enoughfor theboy to getin andoutof. Fastenseveralropesto oneendof theboxsothat the“dog team” canpull thesled. Thiseventis doneon a smoothfloor sothat thesledand“driver” canbe pulled by threeorfourCubScouts. Also preparethe“gold” whichwill bein bagsorpilesat thegoalline.

To begintheGold Rush,eachsleddriverhashis sledon thestraightline with his teamstandingin front of it holdingtheirropes. Atthestartsignal,thedrivermustget into the

Big FootMaterials: Make fourhugecardboardfeet

(20’x 8”)—two left andtworight—for two teams.

Line up teamsat oneend of theplay areaandgiveeachteama setof feet. On “GO”, thefirstplayerplacestheleft cardboardprint on thegroundandstepson it with his leftfoot. Hethenplacestheright foot down andputshisright foot on top of thegiantfoot. Theplayerthenturnsaroundandpicks up theleft foot hehasjust steppedon andplacesit in front ofhim. Playcontinuesuntil theboy reachestheotherendof theplaying area. Theboy thenpicks up both feetandrunsback.andgivesthemto thenextplayerwaiting in line. Firstteamto haveall boysgo acrossandbackis thewinner.

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Playersform acircle. Oneplayeris insideofthecircle—the“Bear.” While theotherboysholdeachother’shandstightly, theBeartriesto breakthrough thering by forceor by dodg-ing undertheaims. TheBearmaynotusehishandsto breakthegrip of theotherboys.WhentheBeardoesbreakthrough,theotherboystry to catchhim. Thefirst to tagtheBearis thenextBear.

AlaskanTravelGameMaterials: Map ofAlaska

Playingpieces(markers)per boy

Get somebig peel-and-stickred dotsandputthemby thenamesofthe largecities you canfind on themap. Thenusethedots to marktherouteconnectingall thecities—sotheroutetakesyou all over thestate.Dotsshouldbeclosetogetherbut far enoughapartthat littlepeoplemarkerscanstandon neighboringdots.Mark onedotasSTART andanotherdot as theplaceto ENDthetrip. For playing piecesyoucanusethetop (solid) partof theold-stylepush-onclothespins(nottheclip type). Thesecanbe paintedanddecoratedwith features—.makefour, eachadifferentbasiccolor.

Prepareasetof 50 playing cards(useindexcardscut in half). Mark themlike this:on ten- Move 1 spaceon five - Lose 1 turn,STOPFOR LUNCHon ten - Move2 spaceson five - Lose2 turns,VISIT ZOOon five - Move 3 spaceson five - Go back 10 spaces,TOOK

WRONG ROAD- Move 4 spaces- Moveahead10 spaces,SHORTCUT

TO PLAY: (limit 4 players)Mix up the playing cardsandplacethemfacedownin apile. Placethelittle peopleattheSTART HERE dot. Thefirst playerpicksacardandmoveswhatit says,movinghis littlefigure alongtherouteon themap. Thenheputs thecardbackat thebottomof thepile.Continuein turn until thefirst playerreachestheEND. Thatplayermustpick thecardwiththecorrectnumberof movesto takehis figureinto thedestination(END) circle.

PolarBearin thePit GameMaterials: None

MooseToss

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DucksandPtarmigans(This is a favoritegameof theInuits, an Eskimopeople.)Materials: None

Childrenline up in two teams (eightto tenpersideis agoodsize. If you havea largergroup,you canplay thegamein shifts, ormorethantwo teamscanplay simultaneously.)

Oneteam,thered birds, whicharethePtarmi-gans—representwinter and thesettingsun.Thegreenbirds—theDucks—representthecomingof spring.

Theteamleadersfaceeachotheracrossadesignatedline, their teamsarelined up behindthem. Theteamleadersgraspeachotherhandsandeachteammemberholdsonto thepersoninfront (armsaroundwaists)tightly. On agivensignal,thetugof warbegins. Thereis astricttime limit ofnot morethan30 seconds.The“season”that pulls theothersideacrossthe linewins.

FEBRUARY. 1994

BLUE/GOLD TRADITIONS

GuessWhatGameMaterials: Print a letterof thealphabeton each

of 26 cards. Onthebackofeachcardwrite a questionwhoseanswerbeginswith the letterprintedon theotherside. Hold up thecardsone-by-onesotheaudiencecanseeandthenaskthequestion. Theywillhavegi~atfi~nguessingtheanswers.

A Cub Scoutnamefor the leader(Akela)B SomethingCub Scoutswant to be when

theyareolder(Boy Scout)C Nameof the leaderof thepack

(Cubmaster)D An electedofficer of theden (Denner)E Tenof theseearnan arrowpoint

(Electives)

F SomethingCub Scoutslearnto respectand salute(Flag)

G Nameof a Wolf elective(Gardening)H Somethingthat Boy Scoutsdo a lot

(Hike)I We usethis to write (Ink)J We like to seehow highor how far we

can do this(Jump)K We do this to afootball (Kick)L Somethingwe do whenwe’re happy

(Laugh)M Whatwecanmakewith a guitar orby

singing (Music)N Thesecanbe savedfor recyclingor paper

mache(Newspaper)0 A Weblosactivity badge(Outdoorsman)P Somethingto makeOut ofpaperbags

(Puppets)Q WhateveryoneshouldbewhentheCub

Scoutsign is given(Quiet)R Partof CubScoutPhysicalFitness

(Run, Race)S A kind of arrowpoint (Silver)I A Weblosactivity badge(Traveler)U Whatwe wearto showwe’re in Cub

Scouting(Uniform)V What we like to do in thesummer

(Vacation)W What an olderCub Scoutis called

(Webelos)X A musicalinstrument(Xylophone)Y Anothernamefor a dencheer(Yell)Z A placewherealot bf animalslive

(Zoo)

StringerMaterials: Pipecleaner

Containerof buttonsfor eachtable

Peopleateachtableform ateam. Eachteamisgiven achenillestemandseveralbuttons(asmanyaswill fit on thestem). At thesignal,thefirst personstrings abutton (ora bead)on thestemandpassesit to thenextplayer,whodoesthesame. Continueuntil all buttonsareon thestem. First teamto finish is thewinner.



Clii ItMaterials: Eachtablehasa small dish filled

with paperclips

At thesignal,thefirst personjoinstwo paperclips togetherandpassesthebowl andthebeginningof thechainto thenextperson.Thatplayeraddsanotherclip to thechainandpassesit on. After a settime (5-8 minutes),paperclipchainsareheldhigh in theair to seewhichgrouphasthelongestandis thewinner.

Laugh.Cub. Laugh

Materials: Cardboardwolf orbearcutoutwithone sidepaintedblue,and theothersidepaintedgold.

Divide theboysinto two groupsfacingeachother. Theleaderstandsin thecenterandtossesthecutoutin theair. If it landson theblueside,all thosein theBluegroupmustlaughwhile thosein theGold groupkeepstraightfaces. If it landson thegold sidethentheGold grouplaughswhile theBluegroupstries to keepastraightface. If amemberofeithergroupfails to laughorkeepa straightfaceasrequired,apoint is scoredfor theothergroup. Playrapidly for abouttenturns.

Fit theShoesMaterials: Cubs’ shoes

Divide playersinto two teams. All playersononeteamtakeoff theirshoesandputs themin aheapandthenreturnto theirchairs. Theplayerson theotherteamthentakeapair fromthepile andtry to matchthemto theowner’sfeet. If theyarecorrect,theyscoreapointfortheirteam. If theyarewrong,the otherteamscoresthepoint. Thenreverseplacesandtryagain.

CherryRollMaterials: Cherries

Largecalendar

Lay alargecalendarpageon thefloor aboutsixfeetfrom thestartingline. Eachplayeris givensix cherries.In turn, theboysroll their cher-ries,one ata time, onto thecalendarpage. Aplayer’sscoreis thetotal of thenumbersonwhich his cherrieshavestopped.

WHEELS, WINGS, AND RUDDERS

BlastOffMaterials: None

Oneboy is MissionControl. Theothersaregiventhenamesofplanetsandareseatedaroundtheroom. MissionControlwalksaroundtheroom, calling Out namesof variousplanets.Whenhis planetis named,aboy getsup and follows MissionControl. Whenmostof theboysarewalking, MissionControlcalls,“Blast Off!” and all theboys, including thosestill seated,mustfind a new seat.Theboy leftstandingis thenewMissionControl.

How ManyWays?Materials: A mapfor eachcub

Crayons,markers

Eachplayeris giventhesamesateorregionalmap. Theyarethengiventhenamesof twocities which arelocatedfairly far aparton themap. Usingcrayons/markers,theboystry totraceasmanydifferentroutesaspossiblethatconnectthetwo cities—withoutduplicatingaroadin any of theroutes.

MARCH. 1994



NametheCarMaterials: None

This gamemaybeplayedin two ways. Playersmaytaketurns trying to identify themakeof anoncomingcar,winningonepointfor eachcorrectidentification. Insteadoftaking turns,thegamemaybe playedwith thefirst persontocall Out aguesswinning onepointif he isright...orlosingonepoint if he is wrong. Onepersondoesnot takepart in thegame,butactsasajudgeto settledisputes.

AutomobileRelayMaterials: None

Divide the deninto two teams(oreachdenis ateam). Establishastartingline andaturningline about30 feetaway.

Thereareeightlegsin therace,soin half-denteams,someboyswill runtwo legs. Each CubScoutis thentold which leg or legshe runsandhowtheyareto be run.

At thecommand,“GO!”, car #1 hops to theturninglie, comesbackandtouchescar#2 andso on,until eachteamhasrunall eight legs.

Thelegsare:1. hasaflatright tire, so hehopson his left foot2. hasa flat left tire, so he hops on his rightfoot3. canonly go in reverse,so herunsbackwards4. haswaterin his fuel line, sohe chugstwo

stepsforward, thenone stepbackward5. mustbe crankedeveryfourth step,so he

stopsand“cranks”himself6. he won’t go at all so#7 pusheshim8. runsfine

First teamfinished,wins.

Playershold thehoopslike steeringwheels;rev- up andstartzooming! Theideais to go asfastaspossiblewithout crashinginto anotherboat.

Thesmallerthespace,themoretheplayerslearnthenecessityof “finding theemptyspaces”andmovinginto them.For a variation,BusRide, havetheboyshook up with someoftheothersby flipping theirhoopsoverthepersonin front ofthem. Thefront personholdsthehoopflat like a steeringwheelof abus.Everyonestaystogetherandgoesfor adrive.

CanoeRacingMaterials: A cardboardcanoefor eachteam

Setup parallelcoursesfor eachteam—usethreeto four“rocks” (madefrom chairsdrapedwith blankets). OnGO, theteamstaketheircanoethroughthecourseand back,handoverthe“canoe” to thenexttrio on theirteamandtheygo throughthecourse. Firstteamfinishedwith all trios wins.

Materials: Onehoopper boy



APRIL. 1994

SHAPE-UP

Spin Into ShapeMaterials: Cardboardwheelwith exercisesas

shown

Make awheelaslargeasdesiredfrom card-boardandwrite in theexercises.Add somefunthings to do also. Youmayalsousefitnessachievementsfrom theWolf andBearbooks.

Make an arrowandattachit to thecenterof thecircle with a brad. Moveit arounduntil it willmovefreely. Eachboy getsaturnto spin andfor 1 minute, everyonewill do theactivity asindicatedby thearrow.

Lie and StandMaterials: None

Eachboy liesflat on his back on thefloor. Hetries to cometo a standingpositionwithoutusinghis handsor crossinghis legs.

PretzelShotoutMaterials: Beanbagfor eachboy

Theboyskneelwith theirhandson a line.Placeabeanbagbetweentheirfeetin back. Onsignal,havethemgrasptheirbagswith theirfeetandbendtheirkneesquickly, flipping theirbagsovertheirheads.Farthestthrow wins.

HeelSpringMaterials: None

Havetheboysplacetheirheelsagainsta linedrawnon thefloor or ground,benddownandgraspyourtoeswith thefingers of both hands.Leanforwardto getstartedandthenjumpbackwardacrosstheline.

Crab RaceMaterials: Hoopsfor eachfour boys

Jamteamsof fourboysinto hulahoops-backtoback. Raceto a finish line. Boysmustkeeptheirhandsoutsideofthehoopastheyrace.

UnderhandTug ofWarMaterials: None

Two boysstandback-to-backwith a linemarkedon thefloor betweenthem. Theybendover,graspeachother’sright handbetweentheirlegs,andtry to pull eachotheracrosstheline.

BalanceTagMaterials: None

Havetwo playersstart,oneis “it” andtheotheris therunner. Give eachabookwhich he mustbalanceon his headduringthechase.Thisgameresultsin somefunnypositions!



FiveAgainstOneMaterials: Onebroom foreachsix boys

Hold thebroomas shownin thepicture. Nowaskfive friendsto hold thetop of thebroomasshownin theotherpicture. Challengethemtopull thebroomdownwardso thatthebristlestouchthe floor. Thereare5 against1. Wouldyou believethatno matterhow hardtheypullandtug, theywon’t be ableto get thebroomdown?

Explanation:

Youcaneasilydeflectthedownwardforcetheyexertby merelymovingthebroomslightly to eitherthe left or right. In effect,theywill be pushingthebroomsideways...notdownwards.

ThumblersMaterials: Enoughtapeto giveeachboy two

6” stripsof tape

Havetheboyshelpeachotherto tapetheirthumbsandforefingerstogether,immobilizingboth thumbs. Ask themto untie theirshoelacesandseewho canretie themthefastest.Thengive eachboy an orangeto peel. Thenpair offtheboysand haveeachonetry to tie anecker-chiefaroundhis partner’sneck.

SauareHoDoingMaterials: Chalkor othermarkingmaterialto

drawon thefloor or sidewalk

Draw two one-footsquaresfive feetapartonthefloor or sidewalkwith thechalk. Giveeachplayer15 secondsto jump backandforthbetweenthesquares.Thescoreis thenumberof timeshe touchesthesquaresduring thetimelimit.

Back-To-BackRelayMaterials: None

Theboysaredivided into relayteamsoftwoandtaketheir placebehindthestartingline.Thetwo boysstandback-to-backand link armsso that onewill walk forwardandtheotherbackward. At thesignal, thetwo pairsheadforthegoal...whentheyget there,theyreversedirectionso thattheone whowaswalkingbackwardis nowwalking forward. Theycontinuewalkinguntil theygetbackto thestartingline to touchoff thenext two playerson theteam.

MAY. 1994

BACK TO NATURE

BirdsMaterials: Redand greencardboardor con-

structionpapef

Cut Out shapesof birds from red andgreencardboardor constructionpaper. Hide theshapeswell aroundthearea. As thechildrenarrivetell themthatcut-outbirds arehiddeninthearea. Theyareto find just oneandkeepit.Its color will determinewhethertheywill be onthe“red” or “green” team.



LeapingLizardsMaterials: 6-12hoops

Thehoopsarelaid Out in astraightline withonehoopat theendofthe line separatedfromtheothersby afew feet. How far apartthehoopsaredependson thesizeofthe boysbecausetheideais fortheplayersto seehowfast theycanleapfrom onehoopto thenext,runaroundthelasthoopandrunbackhome.ThenextCub beginswhentheboy in front ofhim is afew hoopsahead.

NatureTagMaterials: None

Oneboy is chosenasmothernatureandbe-comesthetagger. As mothernaturetagsaboy,he announceswhatkind of creaturethat boymustbecome. As theotherboy is touched,hemustfreezeinstantlyinto thegivenanimalandmustremainstill until theendof thatgame.Thelastchild caughtbecomes“IT’. Threeroundsare usuallyenoughto wearouteventhemostenergeticgroup!

Besidescreatingtheimageoflizards leapingfrom rockto rock,theplayerscouldbe frogsjumping from lily padto lily pad.

FrogRace(canbe doneasarelav~Materials: None

Race2 penniesStraw1” x 6” strip of paperTapefor eachboy

Cut thestrip of paper1’ wide and6 long.Bendasshownand tapeapennyundereachendfor weight. Racethe “worm” by blowingon it througha straw.

CatchaBear,Wolf. etc.Materials: Cupfor eachboy

Figuresofbear,wolf, etc.(smallenoughto fit in thecup)

Placenumberson thefigures. Playersall tossseveralfiguresinto theair andthentry to catchthemwith theircup. Add thenumberson thefigurescaughtto seewho is thewinner.

STRONG FOR AMERICA

RingtheLiberty BellMaterials: A bell suspendedfrom theceiling or

treelimbStyrofoamballs

Hangabell in thecenterof theroomor on alimb far enoughout from thetreetrunk. Eachboy is providedwith astyrofoamball. Haveascorekeeperfor eachdenbut all densplay atone time. Counthowmanytimes theboysringthebell by hitting it with theirball. Justoneboy from eachdencanthrowat atimeandthenmustretrievehis own ball while thenextboythrows. Havea time limit established.

InchwormMaterials:

JUNE. 1994


Games

PaulRevereSteeolechaseMaterials: Balloons

Obstacles

Any.backyardor family picnic sitewill do.Thegroundrulesaresimple. Lay Outacourse—themoreobstaclesthebetter—overand throughfences,aroundtrees,up anddownsteps. Giveeachplayera balloon. On signal,havetheplayersmoveto thefirst obstacleandfollow thecourse. Theballoonsmustnotbegrippedbutbe bouncedin theair at all times.If aballoon touchestheground,theplayermustrepeatthepreviousobstacle.If aballoonbreaks,theplayergetsa newoneandcontinuesfrom thatpoint. And what’swrongwithparentsjoining thefun?

BeanbagBaseballMaterials: 3 or4 beanbags

Target

Mark the targetasshownon the groundorfloor (heavycardboardcouldalso be used).Divide thegroupinto two teams.Oneteamcomesto batat thetarget. In turn, eachboytossesabeanbagatthetarget. Theboy remainsatbatuntil he hasreachedbaseor is out. He isout if he landson thatsquareor thebeanbaglandson aline or outsideof thetarget. Whenthreeoutshavebeenmadeby ateam,theotherteamcomesto bat. Havea denchieforumpirekeepscore.

IL


Bat the TrashMaterials: Batsmadefrom newspaper

Balls madefrom newspaperContainersfor trash

Divide thegroupinto 2 groups. Draw acircle6 in diameteron thefloor. Team 1 lies downwith headsagainstthecan. Eachpersonhasabat. Team2 standsaroundthecircle. Theytryto thrownewspaperballs into thecan. Team1attemptsto hit theballsaway. Timeit andthenhavethe teamsswitch places.

UnscrambleorUnitedWe StandMaterials: None

Standin a circle. Form aknotby holdingon tothehandsof2 otherpeople. Donot hold thehandof thepersonnext to you. It will takeafewminutesof switchinghands. Withoutletting go ofhands,untie theknot and form acircle.

KeeoAmericaCleanScavengerHuntMaterials: Paperbags

Plasticbagsorboxesto collectliterList ofitems to be collectedPencils

PURPOSE:To increaseawarenessof not onlytheexistenceof litter but typesof litter peoplethrow awayandtheresponsibilityoutdoorusershavenot to litter.

A scavengerhunt is nothingnewto mostboys.This onehasasomewhatdifferent twist be-causethe itemsmustbe trashthat hasbeendiscardedon the ground—raidinggarbagecansis notallowed.

1. Divide the participantsinto groupsof3-5people. Give eachgroupasackor box, alist of items to be found,and apencil.

2~Instructeachgroupthatthe items to befoundmustbe lying on theground.

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GamesThru the Looking Glass

3. Sendthegroupsout to huntafteryou havetold themwhatspecific time theymustreturn.

4. Award prizesto thegroupfinding themostitemson the list.

5. Ask participantshow theyfelt searchingforandpicking up trashandgarbage.Are theyguilty of littering at times?

6. Planaclean-upprojectin thecommunityorsponsora recyclingdrive.

JULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEERS

GuardtheFortMaterials: Largerubberball

3-lb. coffeecan

Cubsshouldstandin acircle. Placethecaninthecenterand chooseoneboy to guardthe“Fort”. Otherboystaketurns throwing theballatthecan,trying to knock it over. Theguardmusttry to keepthecanfrom beingknockedoverwithoutcatchingtheball. Theguardcangrabthecanwhenaplayerhits it. Hemaynotstandin themiddleandjusthold thecan.Changeplaceswith theguardwhena boy hitsthecanandknocksit over beforetheguardcancatch it.

JailTimeMaterials: OnelargeSheriff’sbadgemadeof

aluminumfoil pastedon star-shapedcardboard

Thecub selectedasSheriffputson thebadgeand wandersaroundtheplaying space,whilebeingshadowedby the othercubs(CattleRustlers). Theycall outat intervals,“Got thetime, Sheriff?” ThentheSheriff turnsaroundandgiveswhatevertime of day he pleases.AlltheCattleRustlersmustfreezethe instantheturnsandspeaks.If he seesanyonemove,thatboy is out. WhentheSheriffanswers,”JailTime!”, all theCattleRustlersrunaway~If theSheriff is ableto tagthem,theygo to jail, andarenotOut of thegame.ThelastCattleRustlerleft becomesthenewSheriff.

SUGGESTEDLIST:• an aluminumcan• ametalcan• somethingrubber• ashiny object

• glass• somethingedible• paper

• somethingmadeof cloth• asharpobject

• somethingwith writing

• a wrapper• somethingburnt• plastic• somethingoncealive

* apieceofclothing• somethingwooden• somethingnot

man-made• aroundobject• somethingwith a

hole in it• somethingthat

smells



ProsnectingMaterials: A mapon abig pieceof wrapping

paper(drawacircle wherethesilvermine is located).

A differentcoloredcrayonfor eachplayer

Hangthepaperon thewall. Eachplayerisblindfoldedone ata time. The player is turnedaroundthreetimes, thengivenacrayonwithwhich to markabib “X” wherehe thinks thetreasureis located. Giveeachplayeradifferentcolorto useso he will know whichX is his.Theplayerwho drawshis X closestto thecenterof thecircleis thewinner.

Calf-RopingContestMaterials: Calfheadsasshown(asmanyas

wanted)madefrom cardboardWire loopsmadefrom #25 wire or

less(4-6 hoops)Frozenjuice cansor 1# coffeecansCrepe paper to coverwire loops

Placeheadsattachedto thecanson a tableorseveraltablesat differentheights. Draw astarting line 4-6 feetfrom thetables(distancewill dependon ageof boys). Assignpointvaluesto eachlevel of headandkeepscore.Oneboy will throw all his hoopsat atime.Partialpointsmaybe awardedfor hoopsnotfully aroundahead. Forexcitement,trysuspendingonefrom a treelimb andtry to ropeit while swinging.

HorseshoeTossMaterials: A thick pieceof woodor dowelling

Jarrings (for horseshoes),3 foreachboy

Pushastick into theground. If you’re playingthis gameindoors,useacandlein a holderorapencil pushedinto clay. Setup astartingliethreeorfourfeetaway. Theboysline upbehindthis line and,in turn, tossrings. Eachboy hasthreerings. A hattrick (threeringsoverthestick wins.

AUGUST .1994

WATER FUN

IN THE POOL

PingPongRelayMaterials: 1 ping pongbal perteam

Divide theboysinto two teams,eachwith theirownball. Play this gamein waist- orchest-deepwater. On signal, the first boy swimsorwalkswhile blowing theball aheadofhim to aturning line andthenback. Hemaynot touchtheball. Continueuntil all haveraced.



SailboatRaces

Swordfishand MinnowMaterials:None

Playin waist-or chest-deepwater. All but twoplayersjoin handsin a circle. TheSwordfish,who is outsideofthecircle, triesto catchtheMinnow, who is insidethecircle. Theobjectisfor theSwordfishto try andtagtheMinnowwhile chasinghim in andout ofthecircle. Thecircle playerstry to protecttheminnow byraising andloweringtheirarmsto obstructtheSwordfish. WhentheMinnow is caught,twootherplayersbecomeSwordfishandMinnow.

ON DRY LAND

Divide thegroupinto two teams. For eachteam,setup atargetas shownor draw a 5-footcircle on theground. In relayfashion,member’sof eachteamtaketurnscastingwitha rodand reel. (Havea weight tied to theend ofthe line). Thefirst teamwith all membershitting thetargetwins.

Snapnin~FishMaterials: Fishingpolewith a sinkeranda

pieceofrigid plasticfoamatt-achedto theendof theline

A mousetrapsetto spring

Objectofthegameis to setoff the trapbyhitting it with theplasticfoambutwithoutgettingthe line caughtin thetrap. Eachboystandsabout10 feet(canbe lessif needed)from thetrap. This canbe playedasaraceifyouhavea poleandtrapfor eachplayer.

SealsMaterials: Oneballoonfor eachteam

Thecubsaredivided into teamsofbetweentwo andsixmembers.Eachgroupis givenoneballoon. Theobjectof thegameis for thegroupsto keeptheballoon in theair—it mustnot touchthefloor or ground. However,thedecisionasto how this is to be doneis madebyaCaller. Onceeachteamhasthrownitsballoon in theair, theCallertreatstheboysratherlike circusseals,andhe choosesdiffer-entpartsof thebody to call out—”Noses”or“Elbows” or“Hips” or “Foreheads”.Theteamsmustobeyandfor aslong asthatpar-ticular body parthasbeencalled,nothingelsemaybe usedto keeptheballoon in theair.

CastingRelayMaterials: Rod andreelwith aweighton the

end of thelineTargetto castat



It is a good ideafor theCaller to changethepartsfrequently. WhentheCallershouts“Flippers”, thatis theonly time whenhandsareallowed,andgroupsshouldmakethemost ofit! If a balloontouchesthefloor orground,thewholegroupis Out. A coupleof practiceroundsmaybe necessary,andtheCallercanbechangedoften.

DeeD-SeaFishingContestMaterials: Bucketor largepanof water

Severalwoodenclothespins(not thekind with springs)with numberson onesidein crayon

Two homemadefishingpolesatleastthreefeetlong

Two piecesofstringTwo nailsor bolts

Tie thestringto thepoleandabolt/nail on theotherendof the line. Puttheclothespinsin thewaterwith thenumberedsidedown. Cubsthengo “fishing” and try to maneuverthenaillboltso thatthesiringgoesbetweentheprongsoftheclothespinsand catchthe“fish” by pullingup. Scoringmaybe on thebasisofthe most“fish” caughtorhighestpointtotal.

StreetRhythmMaterials: None

Havetheboyssit in acircle. Eachoneisassignedthenameofa streetin theneighbor-hoodor town—thiscanbe thestreetwherethe

boy lives if theyall live on different streets,orin thecaseof duplication,assignmainstreetsin thetown wherethey live. The leaderbeginsthegameby establishingtherhythmpattern,imitated by all players: Usea steady6-beatrhythm—slapkneestwice with onehandoneachknee,claptwice,snapfingersofrighthand,snapfingersof lefthand. Keepuprhythmwhileexplainingthat the leaderwillstartthegamesoonby calling Out thenameofthestreetof someonein thegroupwhile doingthetwo finger snaps—ifthenamehastwosyllables,onesyllablegoeswith eachsnap. Ifthenamehasonly one syllable,stretchit outfor two snaps. If thenamehasthreesyllables,saytwo ofthesyllableson thefirst snap. Ifyou haveto sayfour syllables,saytwo ofthemwith eachsnap.KEEP THE RHYTHM GOING AND MAKETHE NAME FIT IT. Thepersonwho hasbeenassignedthestreetnamesnappedmustsnapsomeoneelse’sstreetnameon thenextsnaps.Don’t beaktherhythm. If someoneis caughtand beaksrhythm,thatplayermuststarttherhythmagainandthencontinue, if someoneforgetwhich streetshavebeenassignedandcallsout awrongstreet,that playermuststarttherhythmagainand then continue.

ShonoingMaterials: None

Playerssit in a circle. Oneplayeris sentOut oftheroom. The othersthendecidewhat heshouldbe whenhe comesback(policeman,fireman,astronaut,doctor,etc.) When“It”returns,he askseachplayerin thecirclewhathe shouldbuy for himself. Eachplayermusttell himonethinghe wouldneefor hisjob. (i.e.apolicemanwould needa uniform,gun, badge,baton,whistle,etc.) When“it” hasquestionedeveryonearoundthecircle, he tries to guesswhathe is.

SEPTEMBER .1994

EXPLORE YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD


Thru the LookingGlass Games

NeighborhoodMapFunMaterials: Neighborhoodmap

LabelsCut in shapeof buildingfoundin area

Octastreetmapof your.town. Enlargethepartof it thatincludesthehomesof all yourdenmembers—makethat partaslargeaspossibleusingaphotocopymachine. Spreadthis mapon thefloor or table. As Cubsarrive,haveeachof themmarkthelocationof his house.Iftwo ormoreboyslive in thesamebuilding,haveone markthebuilding andtheotherlocatesomethingdifferentsuchastheschool,church,store,etc. Usepeel-and-sticklabelscutto thegeneralshapeofa houseandput in thegenerallocationon themap. Storesandpublic build-ings arealargersizecut-out. Don’t label theshapes.

To play a gamewith this map,membersiden-tify in turn, as theden leader pointsoutthespotsmarked, if a Cub guesseswrong, hedropsout—winneris the lastoneleft whoanswerscorrectly.

City SongTitlesMaterials:None

Explainthat eachCub Scoutis to think ofsongsaboutcities. Allow five minutesto writethemdown. Theboy who thinksof themostsongsis thewinner. Examplesof songsmightbe “My Kind of Town,ChicagoIs,” “I Left MyHeartin SanFrancisco,”“New York, NewYork,” “I Love Paris,” “KansasCity,’ “StLouis Blues,” “Sidewalksof New York.”

OCTOBER. 1994

ACHIEVEMENT PARADE

Kim’s GameMaterials:20 objectsarrangedin an orderly

fashionon a trayor tablePaperandpencil

Keep theobjectscovereduntil thegamebe-gins. Have theplayersstudy theobjectssi-lently for 60 seconds.Thentheobjectsarecoveredagainandtheplayersmoveto anotherpartof theroomto write downasmanyobjectastheycanremember.Theone whohasthelongestlist wins.

A blind personcouldfeel theobjectsandthenlist themaloudfor asightedpartnerto writedown.

Think FastGameMaterials: None

Divide into groups.Ask thefollowing ques-tionsandgive a pointto thegroupthatgivesthecorrectanswerfirst.

1 .Whatletter is abeverage?(T)2.Whatletter is abird?(J)3.What letter is a vegetable?(P).4.Whatletter is abody of water?(C)5 .What letter is a female sheep?(U)6.What letter is an insect?(B)7. Whatletteris aquestion?(Y)



ExoertsMaterials: Funnyoutrageousorunusualtopics

printedon cards(Topicsthathaveworkedwellwith all kinds of agerangesincludeflea training,homeworkmachine,babytalk, pythonpower,“my newinvention is.”

A volunteerchoosesatopic from thepile ofcardsthat is facedown. Allow eachplayer15secondsbeforestartingfor “thinldng time.”Thevolunteermusttalk aslong andfluently aspossibleaboutthesubjectthatis written on thecard,withoutlaughingorpausing. Thespeechmustbe audibleandmaybe followedbyquestions,whichshouldall be answered.Aftereveryonehashadaturn, theplayerscasttheirvotefor “best” expert. A funvariationof thisgameis to havetopicscalledoutatrandomfrom thegroup;thesamelength of“thinkingtime” applies. In anothervariation,speechescouldbe timedandaprizegivenfor thelongestone.

GeniusScrambleRelayMaterials: 6-5 x 7 cardsfor eachteam

Pencils

Divide thedeninto two equalteams. In frontof themplacethesix cards,eachwith oneletterform theword “GENIUS.” Onsignal,thefirstplayeron eachteamrunsto thepile andwriteson oneof thesheetsa wordbeginningwith theletter on thesheet. For example,G-gold. Thenhe runsbackto touchoff thenextplayer. if aplayercannotthink of aword for theletterononeof thecardsthathavenotbeenused,hemaywrite a word on oneofthe sheetsalreadyused.First teamto haveat leastoneword oneachsheetwins.

DoughnutGobbleMaterials: Onedoughnutwith aholefor each

boyA long pieceof stringPapertowelsfor eachboyA soft scarffor eachboyA small prize

ProgressiveGeniusKitMaterials: Foreachteam,haveapile of odds

andends—tacks,crayons,paperscraps,cardboardbits, piecesofcloth, stick-onstuff(stars,labels,stickers,etc.),pipecleaners,etc.Have two or threeitemsperboy.Eachteamis alsosuppliedwithscissors,stapler,clearplastictape,glueand a hammer.

Divide thedeninto two equalteams.Withouttelling whatthescrapitemsarefor, askall boysto pick two or threeitems form their team’spile, Thenexplainthegame. Thefirst playeron eachteamis to combinehis items in someway andpasstheresultto thenextplayer,whoaddshis itemsand so on. Seta short time limitfor combiningthe items. Whenboth teamsaredoneor time hasexpired,askboth teamstohuddleanddecidewhat to call theirprojectandexplainwhatit is for (if anything).

Threada pieceof string througheachdoughnutandsuspendfrom aheightequalto theboy’sheightat theirmouths. You couldsuspendallthedoughnutsthroughonelong string con-nectedby theends.Placethepapertowelunderthedoughnutin caseit falls. Tie eachboyshandsbehindtheirbackwith thescarf.On theword“GO,” theboysmusttry to eatthedoughnutasfastaspossible.Doughnutsthatfall on thepapertowelscanbe eatenaslong ashandsarenot used.The first playerto finisheatingthedoughnutwins theprize.



NOVEMBER. 1994

HARBORS,STATIONS AND AIRPORTS

PilgrimsandIndiansMaterials: Cardwith the lettersspellingPil-

grims andIndians

Aroundtheroom,hidecardson which thereareletterswhich spellPILGRIMS andINDI-ANS. Thereshouldbe severalfull setsofcards,with severalextracards. Divide thegroupintoequalteamsof PilgrimsandIndians.On signal,theboysbeginsearchingfor theletterswhichspell theirword. Thefirst teamtocollectcardsto spell theirword correctlyis thewinner.

Gobble. GobbleMaterials: None

Oneplayer,thefanner,standsin themiddleoftheplaying area. Theotherboys,theturkeys,line up acrossoneendof thearea,thesafearea.Thegamebeginswhentheturkeysleave thesafeareato hunt forfood. Whenthefarmerthinks theyarefar enoughawayhe calls,“Gobble,gobble!” andtries to tagtheturkeys.Thosetaggedjoin thefarmerin trying to tagtheothersfor thenextround. Continueuntil allturkeyshavebeencaught.Last turkeycaughtis thefarmerfor thenextround.

FeatherForfeitsMaterials: Variouscoloredconstructionpaper

ScissorsPenorpencil

Cut turkeyfeathersfrom theconstructionpaper. Oneachone writeaforfeit (i.e. do 5push-ups,sing “YankeeDoodle,” do a forwardroll, give theCub Scouthandshaketo fiveotherboys,etc.) Attachthefeathersto acordstretchedfrom onesideof theroomto theother. In turn,Cub Scoutsareblindfoldedandaskedto pluckoneturkeyfeather,.thenreadtheforfeit anddo it.

CranberryDashMaterials: Cranberries

Yardstickfor eachteam

1 toothpickforeachboy

Divide thegroupinto two teams.Giveeachplayeron theteam acranberryandatoothpick.On signal, the first boy lays theyardstickonthetableandplacesthe cranberryon one end.He then rolls thecranberrydowntheyardstickusing thetoothpick. If thecranberryrolls offtheyardstick,it mustbe pushedbackon usingonly thetoothpick. Whentheboy succeedsinreachingtheotherendheracesbackto thebeginningand tagsthenextboy who repeatsthesameuntil all boysaredone. Thefirst teamfinished,wins.

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Crazy ArtistMaterials: Markers

Largesheetof paperperteam

Divide thegroupinto two teamsfor a relaydrawingcontest. Provideeachteamwith apieceof crayonormarker. Placetwo largepiecesofpaperor posterboardon awall ortableacrosstheroom. Theobjectof thegameis for eachteamto drawacarwith eachboydrawingno morethantwo lines. A playerfromeachteamrunsto thepaper,drawshis twolines,thenreturnsandhandsthemarkerto thenextboy. Theplaycontinuesuntil all boysarefinisheddrawingtheirtwo lines. Theteamwith thebest-lookingcarwins.

(Couldbe doneat a longtablewith playersseatedandthepicturepassedfrom oneplayerto thenextdownthetable soit couldbe playedfrom awheelchair.)

VARIATION: changeobjectbeingdrawn,i.e.airplane,boat,animal,etc.

Air PowerMaterials: Balloons

Newspapersfoldedinto fans

Play with two teamsandhaveeachplayerequippedwith anewspaperfoldedintoafan.Tossa small balloonbetweenthemandhaveeachteamtiy to fan theballoon to theothersidewithout lettingit touchthegroundortheirfan. A gameis 10 pointsandhandsmaynotbeusedto move theballoon.



MIDWAY GAMES

Are you lookingfor somethingthatcanbe anactivity to perk up apackmeetingorevenarally night? Then,aMIDWAY is the thingforyou! Midwaysareafun way to bring both theCub Scoutsandadultsinto ajoint projectforthebenefitof thepack. Theboyscantakeanactivepart in theplanning,decorating,prizemakingandrunningof thegameandat thesametime work on achievementsand electivesfor theirCub Scoutranks.

Midwayscanbe designedto fit almostanyoccasion.Midwayscan:

•Be usedto carryouta monthlytheme•A specialsurprisefor newCub Scouts

enteringthepack‘A rewardforgoodbehaviorfor thepack•An activity to haveon a rally night to

entertainprospectiveCub Scouts‘Includedin apackpicnic•As a packfundraiser

Thesearesomewaysto useamidway. I’msurethatyoucancomeup with ideasof yourown too.

Onceyou decideto haveamidway,therearesomethingsthatyou needto keepin mind inorderto haveafun andsafeeventfor all toenjoy.

Organization:A well organizedplanwillresultin a fun time of Scoutingandfamilyfellowshipthatwill notbesoonforgotten. Tohavea successful,smoothrunning midway,ittakespre-planning.Haveapersonin chargetooverseeall activitiesyou wantto incorporateintoyourmidway. Thispersonshouldhaveafloor planto useas a guideline for spaceandsizeof areasneededto putup thegamesandbooths. Includedshouldbe whereelectricaloutletsandemergencyexitsarelocatedtoavoidblocking.

Setting: A midwaycanbe set-upin a largeorsmall areaand it canalsobe eitheranindoororoutdooractivity. Oneimportantfactoris tomakesurethatyou designyourmidwayto fitin thespaceavailableto you, leavingenoughroomfor agoodtraffic flow. If you useanyelectricityin thegameandboothareas,makesurethat thecordsaresecuredandhazardfree.You cansecurecordsby tapingthemdown.

Midway Games: Keepin mind whendecidingon games,who will be playing them. Youwant to havegamesthat arechallengingforCub Scouts,who arebetweentheagesof7-10yearsold. Theobjectis not to seewho canwinall thetimebut to havefun while playingandlearninga skill. Whenit comesright down toit, thebestthing to do is KISMIF KeepItSimple,Make It Fun! Herearesomecatego-riesthat will helpyou in yourplanning:

‘Active games•Thinking games•Boardgames‘Tossinggames•TargetgamesGoal games

•Skill gamesAll gamesshouldbe suitableforCub Scoutsand safetyfactorsconsidered.Safetyfactorstobe consideredarethrowingobjectssuchasdartsor balls,shootingobjectsandrunning.

Booths: Boothshelpto keepgamesseparatedandkeepsthe attentionof theplayersandspectatorson theactivity beingplayed. Aneasyway to createaboothis by usingcoloredpennantsorropewith cloth ties. You canadjustthesize ofthebooth asneededandsimply tie theboundrylinesto cornerposts. Awoodenboothis nicetoo, only rememberit ismorecostly to makeandwill requirestoragespaceaftertheevent.

Signs: Usesignsto give eachgameaspecialnamesuchas“Den 8 Hying SaucerToss.You canuseposterboard,cardboard,material,



plywood or cut-outsfor yoursigns. Signscanalsobe usedto givedirections,displayprizes,costof game,rulesofgame,scoringpurposes,orasmenusfor concessions.Make yoursignscolorful andeasyto read.

Prizes: A fun way to rewardparticipantsofthegameis to haveprizes. Prizescreateadesireto play agame,so thatan awardcanbeearned.TheCub Scoutscanmakehomemadeprizesin theirdenmeetingsthatarefun andcreative. This canalsobe incorporatedin theirrank achievementsandelectives.Thecostcanbe minimal. YOu canalsopurchaseprizesatU.S. Toy or othercarnivaloutletStoresorcatalogcompanies.Seeexamplesin thissection.

Music: Theright musicplaying in theback-groundcanreallyadd alot of pizazzandatmosphereto your midway. This canbeaccomplishedby pre-recordingmusicon acassettetapeandplayingit overaP.A. system.Someselectionsyou canconsiderare:westernmusicfor acowboytheme,carnivalmusicfor acircus theme,etc...

Atmosphere:Oneof themostimportantthingsto incorporatein yourmidwayis AT-MOSPHERE! Thereareanumberof waysofdoing this, suchascostuming,themeorientedcharacters,crepepaper,balloons,colored

_______ streamersandcoloredlights.Remembernot toget too extravagant!You don’t want to detractfrom thegamesthemselves.You canusecardboardorposterboardto cut-outthemerelatedcharactersto decoratetheentrancetothemidwayarea. Makesurethat therearenohazards,suchaselectricalcords,ropesorthingssticking out in thewalk-way space.

Greeters: To setthe tone of the festivities,havecostumedgreetersatthemidwayen-trance.

Barkers: “Stepright up and try yourluck!”Who hasn’theardthesewordsof invitation totry yourskill at a game. This is afunjob forCub Scoutsto do astheyencouragespectatorsto play theirgames.Thecostumed“barkers”radiatethe fun in a midway and addatmo-sphereto theboothtoo.

Food: Popcorn,hotdogsanddrinks areusuallyfoundaroundmidways. Theywill help tocreateacarnival-like atmosphereand areeasyto do. If planningon food,makesurethat it isin aconvienentlocation. You don’t want tohavecrowdsattheconcessionstandinterferingwith thosewho are playing gameson themidway.

Advertising: A fun thingfor theCub Scoutsto do is makeflyers andpostersadvertisingtheirevent. Havethemdesignone to takehometo theirparentsandto placein localbusinessestablishments.

Payment: This is an optionthat thepackcommitteeneedsto decideupon. Cubslike tofeel grown-upat timesandhavingtheirownmeansof payingfor somethingis oneway theycanlearnhow to budgettheirresourses.Belowaresomevariouswaysof handlingpaymentmethods:

•CARDBOARD COINS - Thesecanbeearnedin theden. You canhaveTiger,Wolf, BearandWebeloscoinsfor theCubsto earnandthenhavethemusethemasif theyweremoney.‘PANMNG FOR GOLD - Haveaplastic babypool filled with sandandgoldennuggets.Thenboyshaveacertaintime limit to panfor gold andthenusethegold to play thegames.Youcanretrievethegold from thegamesto keepthenuggetsflowing.Spraypaint stoneswith gold spraypaintfor thenuggets.•TICKETS- Thesecanbe earnedintheir denand! or packmeetings.



SpecialNote: If you areusing themidwayasafundraiserandsellticketsto playgamesforcashmoney,therearecertainlawsthatrequirepayingsaletax. Pleasecheckwith thelocalauthoritiesbeforeselling tickets.

MIDWAY GAMES

HiddenTrail - MemoryAction GameSet-up: Constructthegrid asshown

makingeachsquareift. by ift.You can usemaskingtapeon carpetor if outside,sidewalkchalk. Onsheetsof paperhavea copyof thegrid,markingthetrail from one endto theother. Keep this a secretfromtheplayers. Divide the•groupintotwo teams. Theteamseachstartattheendof thegridon oppositesides.

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Play: Eachteamtakesturnsatplay.Thefirst playerstepsonto oneofthefirst row of squares.If it is a trailsquare,the leaderis silent andtheplayercontinueson to anothersquare.If it is nota trail square,thentheleadercanindicatethatby saying“NOT,” orby blowing awhistle orhorn.. Theplayerthenbacksoff thesquareandit’sthenext teamsplay. Eachteamworksto rememberwhich squaresarethehiddentrail. Eachtime aplayerstepson awrongsquare,theymustbackoutsteppingonly on trail squares.Thefirstteamto makeit all thewayacross,WINS!

CheshireCatRingToss- Skill Game.Equipment: CheshireCat’sSmile

(instructionsbelow)3 ringsA standingline marker

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Construction: Plywood 1/4 thick 18” long cutinto theshapeofa smile. At-tachto 2 by 2’ by 2ft. board,thenattachtheboardto a 2” by2” by 4ft. boardthat is in a3#coffeecanfilled with cementorhydrocal.This allows the smileto standalone.

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WonderlandCroquet- Skill GameEquipment: 6 croquetmallets(Flamingo’s)

6 croquetballs (Hedgehogs)9 cardwickets2 flower posts.

Construction: Mallets - Cut flamingoesout of1/4’ plywood,andpaintpink.

Cards- Usewhite thinposterboardfor thecardbase. Cut-outlegs,armsandheadfrom blackposterboard,usingthediagramasaguideline. Draw numbersand thecardsuit cm theposterboardandcolorin usingmarkersor acrylicpaint.

Useplasticsoftballsandpaintthemto look likehedgehogs.Usinga 16 oz. tunacanlid,secure18” by 3/4” dowelrod usinga 1/2’ screw.Madeout of posterboard,decoratedasyou wish,andslit in thecenterto allowattachmentto dowel rod.

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away. He thenhasanothershot towardthewicket he is goingfor. Theplaygoesfrom thefirst set ofdoublewick-ets,to thefirst wicketto theright, to themiddlewicket, to thesecondwicket ontheright, to theseconddoublewickets.Oncethru thedoublewickets you taptheflower postwith theball, thengobackthru thewicketsandto thenextsinglewicket to theright, thencenter,thenthelastwicketon theright, thenbackto thef~rstdoublewicketsandtapthe flower postwith theball. Thefirst personto completethecoursewins.

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TweedleDeeandTweedleDum SDinTheBeanie - BeanBagThrowEquipment: TweedleDeeandTweedleDum

gameboard. (seeinstructions)6 Beanbags

Construction- Gameboard-Cutpatternfrom a4ft. by 5ft. pieceof 1/2” ply-woodor you canusecard-board,howevertheplywood issturdier. Paintfeaturesandclothingusing brightcolors.Attachthebeanieto eachheadasshownin thediagram.

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MadHatter’sTeaCuo RelayEquipment: 2 Tables

10 Tea cups10 SaucersStyrofoamsugarcubesPlasticSpoons(One per player)

Set-up: Placetables15 feetapart. Onyourstartingtablehavetheteacups,sau-cers,plasticspoons,andstyrofoamsugarcubes. Divide theplayersintotwo teams.

Play: Linetheplayersup at theendof thestarttable. Thefirst playerin line, placesaplasticspoonbetweenhis teeth,holdsateacupin onehand,placesa styrofoamsugarcubein thespoon,andpicks up thesaucerin theotherhand. Onthecountof go, theyhun-yto thetableat theotherend,placethesaucerdown,put theteacupon thesaucer,andwithout usingtheirhands,put thesugarcubein theteacup. Theythenhurrybackandtapthenextteammatewho doesthesamething they did excepttheyplacetheirsauceron top of thefirst teacup. Playcontinuesuntil all haveplayedthru, andtheteacupsarestackedoneon top of theother. Thefirst teamto finish Wins! Iftheydropanythingon theirway downtheymustreturnto thestartingtableandbeginagain.

Down TheHutch - Skill TossGame (See

3/4” lumberA smallpieceof plywoodHackysacksor beanbags

Set-up: Thenameof thegameandpicture ontheplywood canbe changedto com-ply with theme. Feetshouldbein-stalledso that gameleansslightlyforward.

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SONGS

Introductionto Songs.Typesof SongsResourcesfor SongsMonthly Themes:

December/Holiday MagicJanuary/Exploring Alaska 3February/Blue& Gold Traditions 4March/Wheels.Wings & Rudders 6April/ShapeUp 8May/Backto Nature 10June/Strongfor America 12July/BuckskinPioneers 14August!WaterFun 16September/ExploringYourNeighborhood 18October/AchievementParade 19Novembeth-Iarbors,StationsandAirports 21

Thru the Looking Glass Songs

SONGS

SINGING = JOY = HAPPY FACES = FUN

FUN is the#1 ingredientfor a first classdenmeeting,packmeetingorcampfire!

Scoutsthroughouttheworld havebeensingingsongseversincethat first campfirewith LordBaden-Powell.Their songsprovidealastingbondoffriendshipand afeelingof joy - evenfor thosewho can’t “carry a tunein abushelbasket”. Songstouch theemotionsof boys,leadersandparentsalike, for music,in oneform or anotherhasalwaysbeenapart ofman’slife.

Songsaddzip - andset thetone(figurativelyspeaking)of thegathering. Rousingsongslike“Hail,,Hail, theGang’sAll Here”or“We’reGlad to SeeYouHere” aregreatopenersfor apackmeeting. Patrioticsongslike”America”or “This Landis My Land” adda noteofdignity to an opening. Action songsandroundsareshow-stopperswhenit comestogettingeverybodyinvolved. A closingsonglike “Taps” or the“VesperSong” canleaveeveryonewith agoodthought.

Singinghelpsto buildspirit andenthusiasm.Ifyourden is scheduledfor a songatthenextpackmeeting,don’t panic! In thefront of theCub ScoutSongbookyou’ll find tips for lead-ing or teachingasongandthebook itselfcontainssongsfor any occasion. In this PowWow book section, therearesongsthatfiteachof themonthly themes.

If you still can’tfind theright song,why notwrite yourown? It’s not that difficult andyourCubscanhavea lot offun putting their ownlyrics to awell-known tune.

Thesongyou decideuponmaygo overbetterif thewordscanbe seen,especiallyif it’s anewsong. If thewords areup front on aposter,thenyou alreadyhaveeveryoneatleastlooking in theright direction. If you areleadingthesong,expecteverybodyto sing! If you arein theaudience,sing with GUSTO!

TYPES

Therearemanytypesof songsthatcanbe usedat denorpackmeetings.Herearejustasamplingof afew of thedifferent typesofsongsyou maychoose:

ECHO SONG: Onepersonactsassongleaderandsingsoneline of thesong,thentherestof thegrouprepeatsthe line.ACTION SONG: Usesmotionsto liven upthe song.GRACE: Sungbeforemealsor snacks.CAMPFIRESONG: Traditionalandold-timefavorites.GAME SONG: May divide yourgroupup forsomefun competition.

RESOURCESFOR SONGS

Songssuitablefor Cub Scoutsmaybe foundinmanyplaces.First, checkOut theCub ScoutSongbook,OthersourcesmayincludetheHow-To book for CubScoutleaders,PowWow booksandinformationfrom monthlyroundtable.Don’t forget to checkwith otheryouthorganizations:Girl Scouts,CampfireGirls, IndianGuides,etc. Also, variousbooksareavailableatyourpublic library.

DECEMBER. 1993

This hereCub,He’s sofine.He givesto goodwill all thetime.Helpingout thepoorandlending thema hand,Giving, sharing,is so grand.

This hereCub,He’s realnice.Clearingsidewalksof the ice.Helping Out theold andlending themahand,Giving, sharingis so grand.

HOLIDAY MAGIC

This HereCub(Tune: This Old Man)


Songs Thru the Looking Glass

S-A-N-T-A(Tune: Bingo)

Therewasa chubbymenyman,And Santawashis name-o,S-A-N-T-A, S-A-N-T-A, S-A-N-T-A,And Santawashis name-o.

GiveA Gift(Tune: I’d Like to TeachtheWorld to Sing)

I’d like to give theworld agift,Thatall menwill be free.And thoughI’m just agrowingboy,There’sthingsthat I can see.

I seethat Scoutingis a way,To startto understand.Thatcaring,helping,smiling, learning,Helpsmeto be aman.

And soatChristmasthere’sagift,Thatyou cangive to me.Pleasehelpmegrow in mindand spirit,To be whatI canbe.

12 Cub PackMeetings(Tune: TwelveDaysofChristmas)

At my first Cub ScoutmeetingMy Cub Scoutsgaveto me,A numberoneExcedrinheadache.

Two minorfightsThreegifts for parentsFourfield tripsFive Cubsgettinggold arrowsSix uniform inspectionsSevengamesfor playingEight life-long friendshipsNine silver arrowsTenScoutshowticketsElevenbrandnewCub ScoutsTwelvemonthsof Scouting!

Holiday Blessings(Tune: BlessThis House)

Blessthis food andblessusnow,Keepussafeandshowushow.We canshareyourlove around,Kind words areaspecialsound.

ClosingFamily Vesper(Tune: Oh ChristmasTree)

Quietly wejoin asone,ThankingGodfor family fun.Maywenow go on ourway,Thankfulfor anotherday.May we alwayslove andshare,Living in peacebeyondcompare.As afamily maywe find,Friendshipstruewith all mankind.

I’ve Got thatHoliday Spirit(Tune: Joyin My Heart)

(Wordsareusedin placeof theword in parenthesisonsubsequentverses. Somesuggestionsinclude: Giving,Sharing,Thankful, Loving, CubScouting.

Second:Third:Fourth:Fifth:Sixth:Seventh:Eigthth:Ninth:Tenth:Eleventh:Tweith:

I’ve gotDeepinDeepinDeepinI’ve gotDeepinDeepin

that (Holiday) spirit,my heart,my heart,my heart,that (Holiday) spirit,my heart,my heartto stay.


SongsThru the Looking Glass

Giving Gifts(Tune: Are You Sleeping)

Giving gifts, giving gifts,Lots offun, lots of fun.I makethemin my den,I’m reallyproudof them.Giving gifts, lots offun!

DoAGood Turn(Tune: Are YouSleeping)

Do a goodturn, do a goodturn,Do yourbest,do yourbest.Do akindly favor,Be friendly to yourneighbors.CheerfulCubs,cheerfulCubs.

.IANUARY. 1994

EXPLORINGALASKA

TheMoose(Tune: Turkey in the Straw)

Ohthemoosestoodaround,with onefoot on theground.Ohthemoosestoodaround,with onefoot on theground.Ohthemoosestoodaround,With onefoot on theground.Oh themoosestoodaround,With onefoot on theground.

Verses:2nd: Two feet3rd: Threefeet4th: Fourfeet

If You’reGoing to Alaska(Tune: If You’reHappy)

If you’re goingto Alaskayou’ll find gold?(Shout: “I’ll be rich!”)If you’re going to Alaskayou’ll find gold?(Shout: “I’ll be rich!”)If you’re goingto AlaskathenI really havetoaskya’If you’re goingto Alaskayou’ll find gold?(Shout: “I’ll be rich!”)

If you’re going to Alaskawill you mush?(Shout: “Huskiesmush”)If you’re going to Alaskawill you mush?(Shout: “Huskiesmush”)If you’re going to Alaskathen I really havetoaskya’If you’re going to Alaskawill you mush?(Shout: “Huskiesmush”)

If you’re goingto Alaskawill you drill?(Shout: “We’ll drill for oil!”)If you’re goingto Alaskawill you drill?(Shout: “We’ll drill for oil!”)If you’re going to AlaskathenI really havetoaskya’If you’re goingto Alaskawill you drill?(Shout: “We’ll drill for oil!”)

If you’re goingto Alaskais it cold?(Shout: “50 below”)If you’re goingto Alaskais it cold?(Shout: “50 below”)If you’re goingto AlaskathenI really havetoaskya’If you’re goingto Alaskais it cold?(Shout: “50 below”)

If you’re going to Alaskawatchfor bears!(Shout: “We’ll stayhome”)If you’re going to Alaskawatchfor bears!(Shout: “We’ll stayhome”)If you’re goingto AlaskathenI really havetoaskya’If you’re going to Alaskawatchfor bears!(Shout: “We’ll stayhome”)



When It’s SoringTimein Alaska(Tune: WhenIt’s Springtimein theRockies)

When it’s springtimein Alaska,And it’s ninety-ninebelow,WheretheEskimosgo barefoot,In forty feetof snow.

Wherethepoiarbearsgetsunburned,And the sealssing all day,Whenit’s springtimein Alaska,I’ll be headedtheotherway.

TheHawaiianlives in thetropicalbelt,And neitherthecold northeheateverfelt.Becausein thewinter his summerbegins,And therestoftheyearhe wearscrocodileskin.

Too-ra-lee,too-ra-lay,And thelestoftheyearhewearscrocodileskin.

Now wepoorunfortunateslive in aclime,that callsfor atleastthreefall suitsat a time.A thick oneandthin onefor dayscoldandhotAnd amediumweightfor thedaysthat arenot.

Homeon theSnow(Tune: Home on theRange)

Too-ra-lee,too-ra-lay,And amediumweightfor thedaysthatarenot.

Oh, givemeahome,BetweenFairbanksandNome,Wherethemooseandthecaribouplay.Wherenothingwill grow,‘Causeit’s coveredwith snow,From Juneto the following May.

Home,homeon thesnow,Whereit’s mild whenit’s ninety below.But thesunshinesfor me,By thegreatBeringSea,In thelife of agay sourdough.

TheClimate(Tune: Man on Flying Trapeze)

We sing of theEskimofearlessand bold.Heneverfeelshot andhe neverfeelscold.Becausewherehe livessummerneveroccurs,And therestof theyearhewearsplenty of furs.

Too-ra-lee,too-ra-lay,And therestof theyearhewearsplenty offurs.

FEBRUARY. 1994

BLUE & GOLD TRADITIONS

TheCubScoutPack(Tune: You’re a GrandOld Flag)

We’re a Cub Scoutpack,We’re a high flying pack,Downthetrail of Akela we go.From Wolf to Bearto Webelos,As into goodCub Scoutswe grow.EveryCubis trueto thegold andtheblue,And he neverforgetsthefact.Thatall thefun aboy couldwant,Hecanfind in a Cub Scoutpack.

ThePromiseandLaw(Tune: Auld LangSyne)

I promiseto do my bestto domy duty to Godandto my country;To be fair, andObeytheLaw of thePack.TheCub Scoutfollows Akela,TheCub Scouthelpsthepackgo,ThepackhelpstheCub Scoutgrow,TheCub Scoutgivesgoodwill.



I’m aCitizen in Cub Scouts(Tune: I’m a Yankee DoodleDandy)

Oh, I’m acitizenin Cub Scouts,A goodone I will try to be.I’ll keepAkela for my constantguide,Hewill be watchingover me.Yes, I’m a citizen in Cub Scouts,And I will alwaysdo my best.I’ll earnmy Wolf andthenmy BearAnd Webeloswill follow.I’ll wearthebadgeson my chest.

Blue & Gold Tradition(Tune: DoYour Best)

We are.good,We aretrue,And here’swhatwe try to do.As theCub Scouts,Keeprolling along.

Our bestis whatwe do,For wewearthegold andblue.As theCub Scouts,Keep rolling along.

For it’s Do YourBest,Along with all therest.Say theCub Scoutmotto with pride.(yelled) “DO YOUR BEST’.

For whereeveryou go,You will alwaysknow,ThattheCub Scoutsaredoing their best

do theirbest,TheCub Scoutsaredoing theirbest.

Do YourBest(Tune: Reuben,Reuben)

Do yourbestis theCub Scoutway,It will getyou throughtheday.If you try it you will see,That’s theonly wayto be!

FinestPackof Cub Scouts(Tune: Yellow RoseofTexas)

We’re thefinestpackofCub ScoutsThatyou haveeverseen.We’re loyal andwe’re honest,We’re neverrudeor mean.We’reproudto wearouruniforms,We like thegold and blue~You knowthat you canCountOfl UsTo live ourPromisetrue.

We follow our Akela,We alwaysdo ourbest.We work on ouradvancement,We rarelystop to rest.We learnwhile earningbadges,Cub Scoutsknow morethanmost.We learnto be goodcitizen.About thatwecanboost.

Cub Pledge(Tune: America)

Cub friendship,pureand deepWe promisewewill keepOurpledgeto thee.We’ll honorandobeyAkela all thewayAnd whenwegraduteGood Scoutswewill be.

A SpecialCub Am I(Tune: Auld LangSyne)

Oh, I amme, that’swho I am! A specialCubaml.You’ll neverfind onequite thesame,asthisimportantguy.My facemy hair theclothesI wear, my favoritekind of pie.Say I ammeandso you seea specialCub am I.



Cub ScoutHarmony(Tune: TheCokeSong)

I’d like to teachtheworld to sing,In Cub Scoutharmony.TheBlueandGold would be thething thateveryonewould see.EachWolf andBearandWebelos,is doingallhecan,To “Do His Best” with all therestof CubScoutsin theland.

We’re therealthing (Cub Scouts)Why notjoin us,you’ll seeWhatfun reallycanbe (oh,yeah!)We’retherealthing.

Godis GreatGodis great,Godis good, let usthankHim for

ourfood.Weregoingto thankHim morning,noonand

night,Weregoingto thankHim causeHesout of

sight.Amen,Amen, I really mean,Amen.

MARCH. 1994

WHEELS, WINGS & RUDDERS

Propel.PropelYourCraft(Tune: Row, Row, Row Your Boat)

Propel,propel,propelyourcraftRapidly downtheliquid solution.Ecstatically,ecstatically,ecstatically,ecstatically,Existenceis but an illusion.

PaddleYourCanoe(Tune: Row, Row, Row Your Boat)

Paddle,paddle,paddleyourcanoe,Placidly up theliquid solution.Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily,Life is but an illusion.

Oh giveusa train,or aboator aplane,Thatwill carryusCubsfar away.To ParisorRome,let uswanderandroam,And find newthings everyday.Relaxon the trail, floatoverthewavesall theday,Or glide throughthecloudsfar over thethecrowds.But behomeby five everyday.On a broomstickwe’ll ride, in arowboatwe’llglide,A trip to themoonin arocl~et.Andourtrip will be funbutit soonwill be doneIf wehappento hit an air pocket.Up, up andaway,let usorbitthe far distantsun,Or deepon thefloor, of thesealet’sexplore,For asCub Scouts,we’ll havefun.

WhenYouTravel(Tune: Clementine)

Whenyou travel,don’t unravel!Planyour trip aheadof time.Thosewho go aroundin circle,Neverleaveandstaybehind.

RaceYour Car(Tune: Row, Row, RowYour Boat)

Race,race,raceyourcarSwiftly downthetrack.If we don’t placefirst this year,Next yearwe’ll be back!

Travelin’ Song(Tune: Homeon theRange)



PinewoodDerbyCar(Tune: My Bonnie)

My car is hungup on theracetrack,Thedarn thingwon’t moveup or down.If only I’d followed instructions,I’d havethebestracecar in town.

Bring back,bring back,Oh, bringbackmy car to me,to me.Bring back,bring back,Therace,‘causenexttime I will win.

CoveredWagonTune: HushLittle Baby)

Oncewesawtheoceanfloor.We don’t wannasee it no more.Life is tough,themanis mean,On CaptainNemo’ssubmarine.

CHORUS:

And weall feel prettyill,From eatingsquidat everymeal.Life is tough, themanis mean,On CaptainNemo’ssubmarine.

CHORUS:

(Try akazoowith this.)

ThoughI followed lots of rutsI guessI hadlots ofreins;Usedby pioneersso bold,I’m acoveredwagonold,Creak,creak,clank,clank,squeak,squeak,Creak,creak,clank,clank,squeak,squeak.

Nemo’sSubmarine(Tune: Yellow Submarine)

In theseathereis a ship.It divesbeneaththeocean’swaves.You don’t wantto takethis trip.It disappearsfor daysand days.

CHORUS:We all live on CaptainNemo’ssubmarine,Nemo’ssubmarine,Nemo’ssubmarine.We all live on CaptainNemo’ssubmarine,Nemo’ssubmarine,Nemo’ssubmarine.

She’ll Be Draggin’ RoundtheMountain(Tune: She’ll Be Comin’ RoundtheMountain)

She’ll be draggin’shecomes,

(EEARROOMM)She’ll be draggin’

shecomes,She’ll be draggin’She’ll be draggin’She’ll be draggin’

shecomes.

Oh! She’ll layastrip ofrubberwhenshecomes.(EETEET)

Oh! She’ll dropherole transmissionwhenshecomes.

(CLUNK CLUNK)

Oh! Her smogdevicegetscloggedup whenshecomes.

(BLAUGH BLAUGH)

Oh! Herengineradiatorgetstoo hot.(PPAHHAPPAHHA)

Oh! She’ll wind up in thejunk yard whenshecomes.

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roundthemountainwhen

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Songs

OurCar(Tune: CamptownRaces)

Pinewoodderby’shereagain!Oh boy,oh boy!DadandI would like to win,Ohboy, wewill try!

CHORUS:My pop’sthumb is sore,From thecarvingknife,Wish he’d let metry it too,You canbet.yourlife!

Ourcar looks a little weird,Oh my, oh my!Gladit doesn’thaveto besteered,Oh my, time to go!

CHORUS:.

Now it’s racingdownthe track,Hurry, hurry!We’recloseto thefinish line,Hurry up andpass.

CHORUS:

Wewon the trophy, Dadandme,Hurrah,hurrah!Seethesmile on old dad’sface,Causewewon therace!

CHORUS:

APRIL. 1994 (Th’\ /777~\C~~

SHAPEUP

Building Muscles(Tune: Sidewalksof NewYork)

One,two, three,four!Cub Scoutsstretchingtall.We who buildmusclesgrow bigger,Let’s excercise,one andall!


Denpals all together,Let’s do a30 yard run.Getting in shapeforfitness,Canbe atonof fun!

Whew-W-W-W-W(Tune: JingleBells)

Clapyourhands;stampyourfeet,Let’s all standup please.Faceto theleft; faceto theright,Now handson yourknees.Sit downnow; standbackup,Clapyourhandstwo beats.Now we’ll all wipe brows,And collapsein our seats!

(Sing it throughseverealtimesandeachtime getalittlefaster.)

StepIntoShape(Tune: I’ve BeenWorkingon theRailroad)

I’ve beensteppinginto shape,All my Cub Scoutdays.I’ve beenbuilding up my body,Soto keepmy healthyways.Comejoin in all theCub fun,Exerciseis great.Run, stretch,jump andbreathdeep,Let’s stepright into shape.

Try to touchyourtoes,(3 times)Try to touchyourtoes,(3 times)Running in placeis good,(3 times)Stop andputyourhandson hips,StartturningRight-left-right-left-right,l-r-l-r-l, _______

r-l-r-l-r, _______

Steppinginto shapetoday.

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GetIn Shape(Tune: Row,Row,Row YourBoat)

Throw theball to others,Kick it to thesky,Getin shapefor sportsandgames,We’ll win moreif we try!

Fitness(Tune: On Wisconsin)

Hurry Cub Scouts! ~uild yourmuscles!Get in shapefor play.Whenwe feelourverybest,We’ll do ourbesteachday.Keepon running,keepon jumping,Trying to improve.Whenwe’ve growna little older,We’ll remainScoutson themove.

GoodHealthRag(Tune:Ball andJack)

First you standup and touchyournose,Thenyou bendright downandtouch your toes.Straightenbackup with yourarmsout straight.Thenyou moveyourarmsin circlesaroundin

space.And you startyourfeeta marchingin aCub

Scoutstride.Justkeepup themovementanddon’t you sag,This is whatwe call theGoodHealthRag!

ToughenU~(Tune: Clementine)

Do a pushup, do a pull-up,Do a 30 yard run.We buildmusclesaswe hustle,All thetimewe’re havingfun.

Runningbroadjump,do ahigh jump,Throw theball way out of sight.Vault a fenceand do achin-up,Lift bar bellswith all yourmight.

Watch ‘em flexing, watch ‘em bulging,Watchourmusclesgrowingstrong,Building musclesin ourbackyard,Thatwill lasta whole life long.

Tarzanof theAcesandFriends

I like spinachpackedup in acan.I like spinachpackedup in a can.I like spinachpackedup in a can,That’swhy theycall mePopeyetheSailorMan.

I like ahoneypot of stickygoo,I like ahoneypot of stickygoo,I like ahoneypot of sticky goo,That’swhy theycall meWinnie thePooh.

Giant.GiantSpider(Tune: Eensy,WeensySpider)

Giant,giantspider,Crawlingup yourback.Here, let mehelpyou,Give yourbacka whack.It wasvery ugly,So very meanandcruel,Aren’t you gladI savedyou?HappyApril Fool!

I like bananas,coconutsI like bananas,coconutsI like bananas,coconutsThat’s why theycall me

andgrapes.andgrapes.andgrapes,Tarzanof theApes.

I like lasagna,enoughtoI like lasagna,enoughtoI like lasagna,enoughtoThat’swhy theycall me

makeyou fat.makeyou fat.makeyou fat,Garfield theCat.



MAY. 1994

BACK TO NATURE

It’s an InsectCoveredWorld(Tune: It’s a SmallWorld)

It’s a world ofcentipedes,a worldof moths,It’s aworld ofkatydids, a world of wasps.There’ssomuchthatwesharethatit’s timeWe’reaware,it’s an insectcoveredworld.

CHORUS:It’s an insectcoveredworld, it’s an insect

coveredworld,It’s an insectcoveredworld, it’s an insect

coveredworld.

It’s a worldOf beetles,it’s aworld of fleas,It’s a world ofcaterpillarsandaworld ofbees.In this world thatweknow, thereis so muchto

show,It’s an insectcoveredworld.

CHORUS:

It’s aworld of snakesand aworld ofsnails,It’s aworld of turtlesanda world ofwhales.Big or little greatorsmall, it’s awonderto usall,It’s an insectcoveredworld.

CHORUS:

It is Mother Nature’sworld, it is.MotherNature’sworld,

It is Mother Nature’s,world, it is MotherNature’sworld.

SwattingSkeeters(Tune: Blowing Bubbles)

I’m foreverswattingskeeters,Little beaststhat buzzandbite.They’realwaysright,In earthandsky,And like my dreamstheycomeatnight.Theyarealwayshiding,Theyareeverywhere.I’m foreverswattingskeeters,Little demonsin theair.

Old MaNature(Tune: Auld LangSyne)

From eastto west,From north to south,MaNature’sbackyardlies,Discoverthingsyou’ve readabout,Justuseyourearsandeyes

Backto Nature(Tune: Allouette)

Bugsandsnakesthere,Treesandbirds andlakesthere,Youcancampthere,Out in thewild nature.

Youcanhike there,Youcanevenbike there,Youcanswim there,Out in thewild nature.

Youmaythink that this is theend,well .... it is!



Tom theToad(Tune: Oh, ChristmasTree)

Oh, Tom thetoad! Oh, Tomthetoad!Why did you jump out in theroad?Oh, Tom thetoad! Oh, Tom the toad!Why did you jumpout in theroad?You weresobig andgreenandfat.But nowyou’resmall andred andflat!Oh, Tomthetoad! Oh, Tom thetoad!Why did you jumpout in theroad?

Oh,Tom thetoad! Oh, Tomthetoad!Why areyou lying in the road?Oh,Tom thetoad! Oh, Tom the toad!Why areyou lying in the road?You did notseethatcarahead,And you wereflattenedby thetread!Oh, Tom thetoad! Oh, Tom thetoad!Why areyou lying in theroad?

Oh, Suetheskunk! Oh, Suetheskunk!Why do you makemy tiresgo kiunk?Oh, Suetheskunk! Oh, Suetheskunk!Why do you makemy tiresgo klunk?Why didn’t you look from eastto west?Now on theroadthere’ssuchamess!,Oh, Suetheskunk! Oh, Suetheskunk!Why do you makesmy tiresgo klunk?

Oh, PossumPete! Oh, PossumPete!There’snothingleft buthairandfeet.Oh,PossumPete! Oh, PossumPete!There’snothingleft but hairandfeet!You thoughtyou’d beatthat busacross,Now you look like a pile of moss!Oh, PossumPete! Oh, PossumPete!There’snothingleft but hair andfeet.

Oh, ChickenCluck you neverslowed,As you went runningcrosstheroad.Oh, ChickenCluck you neverslowed,As you wentrunningcrossthe road.Despitetheother’sevidence,Pleasetell uswhy you hadno sense?Oh, ChickenCluckyou neverslowed,As you wentrunningcrosstheroad!

Iran across! Iran across!In memoryof thosewe lost!Iran across!.1 ran across!In memoryofthosewelost!I hadto proveto Tom & Sue,& Sam& Pete,I couldgetthrough!Iran across! Iranacross!In memoryof thosewe lost!

ChiggerBites(Tune: Edelweis)

Chiggerbites,chiggerbites,Ruin my campingandhiking.Small andred, in my bed,Thescabsarenot to my liking.

Insectof itch, mayyou disappear,Away from here,forever.Chiggerbites,chiggerbites,Pleaseattackmenever!

How Peculiar(Tune: BattleHymn of theRepublic)

Whenonesly snakeslid up theslide,Theothersly snakeslid down.(Repeatthreemoretimes)

CHORUS:Glory, glory, howpeculiar,Glory, glory, howpeculiar,Glory, glory, howpeculiar,Whenonesly snakeslid up theslide,Theothersly snakeslid down.

Whenone drunkduckdroppedin theditch,Theotherdrunkduck droppeddead.(Repeatthreemoretimes)

CHORUS:

Whenoneblackbug bledblue-blackblood,Theotherblackbug bled blue.(Repeatthreemoretimes)

CHORUS:



TheLittle Worm(Tune: Sippin’ Cider)

Thelittlest worm,(grouprepeats:the littlest worm)I eversaw, (repeat)Was stuckinside, (repeat)My sodastraw.(repeat)Thelittlest wormI eversaw,Wasstuckinsidemy sodastraw. (in unison)

Hesaidto me,(repeat)Don’t takethat sip, (repeat)For if you do, (repeat)You’ll really flip. (repeat)He saidto me don’t takethat sip,For if you do you’ll really flip. (in unison)

I took that sip, (repeat)And he went down,(repeat)All throughmy pipes,(repeat)Hemusthavedrowned.(repeat)I took thatsip andhe went down,All throughmy pipes he musthavedrowned.(in unison)

Hewasmy pal, (repeat)Hewasmy friend, (repeat)Now he’sno more,(repeat)And that’s theend,.(repeat)Hewasmy pal, he wasmy friend,Now he’sno moreandthat’s theend!(in unison)

JUNE. 1994

I Love America(Tune: BattleHymn oftheRepublic)

I love this greatAmerica,ThelandthatGodhasblessed.Wherethehopethat stirs thehearts,Of menwill neverbe suppressed.Throughtheflame of faithcameForth anature,choiceabovetherest,This greatAmerica!

CHORUS:Glory to thelandGlory to the landGlory to the landI love America.

I love this greatAmerica,Thelandof liberty.For I knowthepriceoffreedom,Countlessotherspaidfor me.Do weheartheircall to carryOn andservevaliantly?This greatAmerica!

CHORUS:

Mayall menbe united,By thebondsof brotherhood.May we learnto loveeachother,For in every manis good.Let us live in peaceuponLandwheremenof valorstood.This greatAmerica!

CHORUS:

I loveGod’sgreatAmerica,All equalin His sight.May we be asonein spirit asWereachfor the right.And maywehavehumility to match,Ourpowerandmight.This greatAmerica!

CHORUS:

of freedom,offreedom,offreedom,

STRONG FOR AMERICA


Thru the Looking Glass SongsBeautifulAmerica(Tune: Homeon theRange)

Our America’sgrand,With suchbeautifulland,From theredwoods,To thefar easterncoast.With spectacularviews,In somanyhues,AboutAmerica,we really canboast!

CHORUS:Land,beautifullana,With beautifulsightseverywhere.Forthegrandeston earth,Is thelandof ourbirth.Forbeauty,she’sbeyondcompare.

Let’s alwaysbe proud,Let’s all standandsing loud,About the sights,Thatweseeall around.In no otherland,Canwe fmd scenesso grand,It’s the loveliestlandwehavefound.

PointWith Pride(Tune: YankeeDoodle)

Americais beautiful,With viewsbeyondcompare.Solet’s alwaysstashourtrash,And showher thatwecare.

Comeon guys,let’s do ourpart,And cleanourcountryside.And everywherethat wewill go,We canpointwith pride!Every litter bit hurtsyou,Rememberthis my friend.If you don’t showus thatyou care,Wherewill ourcountryend?

WhenI SeetheFlag(Tune: AmazingGrace)

Thestarsand stripesfly o’er my home,A landwereall arefree,TheUnitedStatesof America,Thelandof liberty.

I’m proudto be American;WhenI seeour flag up high,Red,white andblue, thebannerwaves,Againstthesunnysky.

America,America,How canI tell you howI feel?Youhavegivenmemanytreasures,I loveyou so.

Hail to OurFlag(Tune: Homeof theRange)

Justseeour Old Glory,A flag with a story,With its colorsof red,white andblue.Of ourflag weareproud;We’ll proclaimit so loud,And to ourcountrywe’ll everbe true!

CHORUS:High, high wavesour flag,O’er the landofthefreeandthebrave.As wepledgein ourheartto e’er do ourpart.Thefreedomof ourcountryto save.

Here, herewavestheflag,Of thestatethat we all call home.Long will it fly, up in thesky,Thoughfrom ourstatewemaysomedayroam.

America.America



.IULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEERS

BravePioneers(Tune: BattleHymn of theRepublic)

CHORUS:

Old DanTucker’s.mother-in-lawwastheugliest thingI eversaw,

Her eyesstuck outandhernosestuckin, herupperlip hungoverherchin.

Who werethebravepioneerswho helpedcarveoutour land?

Who traveleddowntheruggedtrails, theywerethefearlessband.

Theybravedtheweatherandthewild, thosemen andwomenbold.

Therestory shouldbe told.

CHORUS:Travelingto an unknownland,avery brave

anddaring band.Pioneerswethink yourgrandforlendingusahand.

BuffaloBill andDanielBoonetwo ofthevery best;ZebulonPike,Kit Carson,JimBridgerandtherest.Bravepioneerswhoriskedtheir lives.To makethis countrygrand,wethank you for

ourland.

CHORUS:

DanTucker(Tune: DanTucker)

I cameto town theothernight I heardthenoise,thensawthefight.

Thewatchmanwasa-runningaround,crying“Old DanTucker’scometo town.”

CHORUS:Getoutof thewayfor old DanTucker,Your too late to cometo supper,Supper’sdoneandbreakfastis cooking,Old DanTuckerstoodtherelooking.

Old DanTuckerwasamighty man,he washedhis facein afrying pan,

Combedhis hair with awagonwheelanddiedwith a toothachein his heel.

She’ll BeComin’ ‘Round theMountain

She’ll becomin’shecomes,

Toot, toot! (pull

She’ll be comin’ ‘roundthemountainwhenshecomes,

Toot, toot! (pull whistlecord)

She’ll be comin’She’ll be comin’She’ll be comin’

comes,Toot, toot!

She’ll be drivin’ six white horseswhenshecomes,

Whoaback! (pull backon reins)

And we’ll all go out to meetherwhenshecomes,

Hi, Babe! (wavehand)

And we’ll kill theold red roosterwhenshecomes,

Hack, hack! (chopwristwith sideof hand)

And we’ll all havechickn ‘n dumplingswhenshecomes,

Yum, yum! (rub tummy)

Directions: At theendofeachverse,repeatin reverseordertheSoundandmotionsoftheprecedingverses.

‘round the mountainwhen

whistlecord)

‘roundthemountain,‘round themountain,‘round themountainwhenshe



JohnBrown’sBaby(Tune: JohnBrown’s Body)

JohnBrown’s baby hada cold upon its chest,JohnBrown’s babyhadacold upon its chest,JohnBrown’s baby hadacold upon its chest,And theyrubbedit up with camphoratedoil.

Motions:1st time: sing straightthrough.2nd time: omit singing“baby” andsubstitute

motion of rockingbaby.3rdtime: omit “cold” andsubstituteacough-

ing sound.4th time: sameasthirdonly substitutestrik-

ing chestfor “chest”.5th time: sameasfourth only omit last line

andrubchest.

Mules(Tune: Auld LangSyne)

On muleswefind two legsbehind,andtwo wefind before,

We standbehindbeforewe find whatthetwobehindbe for!

Whenwere behindthetwo before,wefindwhatthesebe for,

Sostandbeforethe two behind,beforethetwobefore!

SeetheIndiansDancing(Tune: SweetlySingstheDonkey)

SeetheIndiansdancingat ourpackthis day.You canseethemprancing,you canhearthem

say...Wahoo,wahoo,wahoo,wahoo!

Motions:Split groupin halfandsingasa “round”; haveonehandon headfor feathersandotherovermouth as in givingwarhoop.

I love to go awandering,Along themountaintrack.And asI go, I love to sing,My knapsackon my back..

Val-de-ri,Val-de-ra,Val-de-ra-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha.Val-de-ri,Val-de-ra,My knapsackon my back.

I love to wanderby thestream,Thatdancesin thesun.Sojoyously it callsto me,Comejoin my happysong.

Clementine

In acavern,in a canyon,Excavatingfor amine,Dwelt aminer,forty-niner,andhis daughter,Clementine.

CHORUS:Ohmy darling,oh my darling,Ohmy darling,Clementine,Thouartlost andgoneforever,Dreadfulsorry, Clementine.

Light shewas,andlike a fairy,And hershoeswerenumbernine,Wearingboxeswithout topses,Sandalswerefor Clementine.

CHORUS:

Drovesheducklingsto thewater,Everymorningjustatnine,Hit her foot againsta splinter,Fell into thefoamingbrine.

CHORUS:

Sawhe lips abovethe water,Blowing bubblesmighty fine,But alas,I wasno swimmer,So I lostmy Clementine.

TheHaDoyWanderer

Songs



AUGUST. 1994 Singingin theRain

WATER FUN

TheSeamenSailedOut to Sea(Tune: TheBearWentOvertheMountain)

TheSeamensailedout to sea,TheSeamensailedout to sea,TheSeamensailedout to sea,To seewhattheycouldsee.To seewhattheycouldsee.To seewhattheycouldsee.

Theseamensailedout to sea,To seewhattheycouldsee.

Seais all theysaw,(repeat3 times)See,all theysawwassea.

Theseasurgedovertheseamen,(repeat3 times)Soall theysawwassea.(repeat3 times)Sincetheseasurgedovertheseamen,All theysawwassea.

Seesawseamen,(repeat3 times)Seesawingon thesea.Seesawingon thesea,(repeat3 times)Seasick seamen(repeat3 times)We sawtheseasick seamen,Seesawingon thesea.

Seasick seamen,(repeat3 times)Sonowit’s seasickme!

Skin Diver’s Song(Tune: Sailing, Sailing)

Diving, diving, into thedeepbluesea,Andmanyafish we’ve scaredaway,Onthat you will agree.

Diving, diving, into theoceanblue,With flippers,andmask,andoxygengas,We’ll haveadventuretrue!

CHORUS:I’m singingin therain,just singingin therain,Whata gloriousfeeling, I’m heppyagain.

(Audiencerepeatseachof thefollowing commandsafteryou, thenyousing“A too ti ta’s” together,whileswingingyour hipsfromside to side.)

“Thumbsup” “Elbows Back”,A too ii ta ti too ti ta ti too ti ta ta,A too ti tati too ti ta ti too ti ta ta.

CHORUS:

“Thumbs up” “ElbowsBack” “ToesOut”,“KneesTogether”.A too ti ta

CHORUS:

“Thumbsup” “Elbows Back” “ToesOut”“KneesTogether” “ChestOut” “Buns Back”,A too ti ta

CHORUS:

“Thumbsup” “ElbowsBack” “ToesOut”“KneesTogether” “ChestOut” “Buns Back”“Chin Down” “TongueOut”,A too ti ta

CHORUS:

(Finish) A songin m~yheart,ahappyrefrain,I’m singing,justsingingin therain.



TheLittle WhiteDuck

There’sa little white duck, sitting in thewater,A little white duck, doing whathe oughter.He tooka bite of a lily pad,flappedhis wings,And he said“I’m gladI’m alittle white duck,

sitting in thewater,Quack,quack,quack.”

There’sa little greenfrog, swimmingin thewater,

A little greenfrog, doingwhat he oughter.Hejumpedright off the lily pad,thatthe little

duckbit,And he said“I’m glad,I’m alittle greenfrog

swimmingin thewater,Glump,.glump, glump.”

There’sa little blackbug, floating on thewater,A little blackbug, doingwhat he oughter.Hetickled thefrog on thelily pad thatthe little

duckbit,And he said“I’m glad,I’m alittle blackbug

floatingon thewater,Chirp, chirp, chirp.”

There’sa little redsnakelying in thewater,A little redsnake,doing whathe oughter.He frightenedtheduck andthefrog sobad, he

atethebug,And he said“I’m glad,I’m alittle red snake,

lying in thewater,Wriggle, sss,wriggle, sss,wriggle, sss.”

There’sa Hole in theBottom of theSea

There’sahole in thebottomof thesea,(2 times)There’sa hole,there’sahole,There’sa hole in thebottomof thesea.

There’sa log in thehole in thebottomofthesea,(2 times)Theresa log, there’sa log,There’sa log in thehole in thebottomof thesea.

(keepaddingitems)knot on thelogfrog on theknotheadon thefrogeyein theheadstye in theeyehair in thestyekink in thehairgermon thekink

My FavoriteCub Things(Tune:My FavoriteThings)

Hiking in thesummerand snowballsin winter,Working with wood till my hand’sfull of

splinters.Sitting ‘roundcampfireswheneveryonesings,Thesearea few of my favorite things.

Bringingsnakeshometo showto my denleader,That’s the bestway to showher thatI needher.Shescreams,“A snaketo ourmeetingdon’tbring!”And thosearesomeof my favorite things.

Yelling atsunriseand pinchingmy brother,Getsmein troublewith dadandmy mother.Theyjustdon’t understandwhatfunthatbrings,And thatthey’resomeof my favoritethings.

Whenthefrogscroak,WhentheLoon sings,WhenI’m campingout.I simplyremembermy favoritethings,Are why I amin Cub Scouts.

C-



WaterSports(Tune: YankeeDoodle)

Watersportsarewhatwe like,For summer,springandfall.When summercomesyou know mustknow,We’ll haveagreatbig ball.

CHORUS:Cub Scoutsalwayshavingfun,Cub Scoutsin thewater,Swimming,diving, fishing, too,Safely like we “otter”.

Rivers & lakes,oceansand streams,And evenswimmingpools,Backstroke,breaststrokeandbutterfly,We’ll follow safetyrules.

CHORUS:

SEPTEMBER. 1994

EXPLORE YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Peonlein a Family ShouldDo A Lot Together(Tune: Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!)

CHORUS:Peoplesin a family shoulddo alot together,In thehouseor out of doors,No matterwhattheweather.Donot try to put it off,It’s eithernow or never,Peoplein a family shoulddo alot together!

Mom andDadshouldtakethetime,You’ll be gladyou did,To be aparentandafriend,Do somethingwith yourkid.Oneday theyaretiny,And thenextday theyaregrown,Andbeforeyou know it,You’ll be living all alone.

CHORUS:

Goto amuseum,seea show, or ride abike,Try yourhandat fishing,Or at camping,or a hi.ke.Swimmingin aswimmingpooi,Or skiing on the snow,Lots of thingsthat you cando,andplacesyou cango!

In TheBackyard(Tune: Clementine)

In thebackyard,in thebackyard,You will find your summer’sfun.If you look at what’saroundyou,You’ll havefun till day is done.

After sunset,watchthestarsshine,Nature’swondersyou cansee.Mother Nature’sbackyard’sendless,Always therefor you andme.

Did you everwatch an antwork?Haveyou listenedto the.bees?Have you watchedbirdsbuild theirAndbeenthankfulforthe trees?

If you’ll just look all aroundyou,Manynewthingsyou will find.If you’d only realizeit,Theywereright thereall thetime.

Bring BackMy Neighborsto Me(Tune: My Bonnie)

Onenight as I lay on my pillow,Onenightas I lay on my bed,I stuck my feetout ofthewindow,Nextmorningmy neighborsweredead.

CHORUS:Bring back,bring back,Oh, bring backmy neighborsto me, to me.Bring back,bringback,Oh,bring backmy neighborsto me!

nestshigh?



AroundUs(Tune: There’sa Tavernin theTown)

TherearesomeCub Scoutsin thetown,in thetown.

And theyarelooking all around,all around.

To makeour town abetterplaceto be,Eachhopesto plant andraisea tree.

LitterbugsBeware(Tune: Auld LangSyne)

We arethefolks whohunt thebugs,Thatlitter up our streets,With papers,bottles,old tin cans,And wrappersoff theirsweets.

CHORUS:No litterbugs,no litterbugs,No litter bugsfor us.Let’s starttodayto do ourshareNo litterbugsfor us.

We wantto keepourplaygroundclean,Without a lot of fuss.Let’s starttodayto do ourshare,No litterbugsfor us.

HeyLook Me Over

Hey look me.over, lendmean ear,Watchmeadvancein Scoutingeveryyear.First I’m aBobcat,thenaWolf andBear,SoonI’ll be aWebelosandon I’ll go from

therea singing.

Hey look meover, lendmean ear,Join mein a songandsingout loud andclear.ThatourCubbingadvancementis theway to

grow.Standbackparentsherewe go,Advancingall the way.

Cub ScoutAdvancementSong(Tune: Farmerin theDell)

CHORUS;A Cubbingwewill go,a Cubbingwewill go,Hi, ho the dairy-o,a Cubbingwewill go.

TheBobcatmakesaWolf, theBobcatmakeaWolf,

CHORUS:OCTOBER. 1994

ACHIEVEMENT PARADETheWolf Cub makesaBear,theWolf Cub

makesa Bear.

Advancein Rank(Tune: Thereis aTavernin theTown)

Advancein rank is what you do,what you do.Cub Scoutscanbe lots offun for you, for you.Bobcat,Wolf, BearandWebelostoo,Comejoin ourhappyhappycrew.

CHORUS:

Thennextis We-be-los,then nextis We-be-los,

CHORUS:

TheWebelosmakesaScout,theWebelosmakesa Scout.

CHORUS:

A Scoutingwewill go, a Scoutingwewill go,Hi, ho thedairy-o,a Scoutingwewill go.



TheBearWentOvertheMountain

TheBobcatwent over themountain,TheBobcatwent over themountain,TheBobcatwent overthe mountain,To seewhathecouldsee.

HesawtheWolf mountain,HewastheWolf mountain,He sawtheWolf mountain,That’sall thathe couldsee.

TheWolf wentoverthe mountain,TheWolf went over themountain,TheWolf wentoverthemountain,To seewhathe could see.

HesawtheBearmountain,He saw theBearmountain,HesawtheBearmountain,That’sall that he couldsee.

TheBearwent over themountain,TheBearwent over themountain,TheBearwent over themountain,To seewhathe could see.

Hesaw theWebelosmountain,HesawtheWebelosmountain,He sawtheWebelosmountain,That’sall thathecould see.

TheWebeloswentoverthemountain,TheWebeloswentoverthemountain,TheWebeloswentoverthemountain,To seewhathe couldsee.

Scoutmountain,Scoutmountain,Scoutmountain,

wantsto be!I

Advancein Rank(Tune: WhentheSaintsGoMarchingIn)

Oh whentheCubscomemarchingin,Oh whentheCubscomemarchingin,I wantto be in that number,WhentheCubscomemarchingin.

And whenthepackgives out awards,And whenthepackgives out awards,I want to be in that number,When thepacksgivesout awards.

There’sBobcatfirst, andthenthere’sWolf,Andnext there’sBearandWebelos,OhI wantto earnthosebadges,Morethananybodyknows.

SoI’ll work hardto earnmy ranks,Andclimb theladderstepby step,And I’ll alwaysdo my best,That’sa promisethat I’ve kept.

You Ought to bea Cub(Tune: Would You Like to SwingOn aStar)

Would you like to hike in a park?Sit atcampfirestill wayafterdark?Namea treeby the feelof it’s bark?Well thenyou oughtto be a Cub.

A Cubis aboy whowantsto learnall he can,To learnabouthimself, abouthis land.He’sgotcuriosity, he likes to havefun,He feelsgoodwhenhe getsto helpsomeone.Hedoeshis best,and he’salwaysclimbing up.You knowyou oughtto be a Cub.

And do you like to swingthroughtheair?On aropethat you tied with greatcare?Be a Wolf, and thenmaybeaBear?Well thenyou ought to be aCub.

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HARBORS, STATIONS AND AIRPORTSFourCub Scouts,fourCub Scouts,Seehow theygo, seehowtheygo. King’s NavyTheyall wentaftertheirBobcatpin,. (Tune: Old GrayMare)TheWolf andtheBearwerethenext to win,And thentheywentto theWebelosden, Oh,I don’t wantto marchOur four Cub Scouts. (marchingmotion) -

March in the infantry,March in the infantry,I don’t wantto marchin the infantry,CauseI’m in theKing’s Navy.

CHORUS:I’m in theKing’s Navy,

I’m aLittle SDider(Tune: I’m aLittle Teapot)

I’m in theKing’s Navy,Oh, I don’t wantto marchin infantry,CauseI’m in theKing’s Navy.

I’m alittle spider, (British salute)Watchme spin.If you’ll be my dinner, Oh, I don’t wantto shoottheartillery,I’ll let you comein. (pulling stringon cannon)ThenI’ll spin my webto hold you tight, Shoottheartillery,And gobbleyou up in onebig bite! Shoottheartillery,

I don’t want to shoottheartillery,Oh Mv Monster.Frankenstein CauseI’m in theKing’s Navy.(Tune: Clementine)

In a castle,neara mountain,CHORUS:(Replace“march in theinfantry” with “shoot

Nearthedarkandmurky Rhine, theartillery”.)Dwelt adoctor, theconcoctor,Of themonster,Frankenstein. OhI don’t want to fly over Germany,

(flying motion)CHORUS: Fly over Germany,Ohmy monster,oh my monster, Fly overGermany,Oh my monster,Frankenstein. I don’t want to fly over Germany,You werebuilt to last forever, CauseI’m in theKing’s Navy.

DreadfulscaryFrankenstein.

In agraveyard,nearthecastle,CHORUS:(Replace“shoot theartillery” with “fly over

Wherethemoonrefusedto shine,He dug for thenosesandfor toeses,For his monster,Frankenstein.

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Germany”.)



TurkeyDinner(Tune: FrereJacques)

Turkeydinner,turkey dinner,Gather‘round,gather‘round.Who will get thedrumstick?Yummy, yummy,yumstick.All sit down,all sit down,Cornbreadstuffing, chestnutstuffing,Pumpkinpie, onefoot high.All of uswerethinner,‘Forewecameto dinner,Me oh my, meoh my!

Harbors,Stations& AirDorts(Tune: Row,Row, Row YourBoat)

Throughharbors,stationsand airports,A travelin’ wewill go,We’ll havefunin Cub Scouts,Soar,sail orroll.

Mr. Turkey(Tune: Clementine)

Mr. Turkey,Mr. Turkey,Areyou gettingniceand fat?We arewaiting for Thanksgiving,Now whatdo you think of that?

Mr. Turkey, Mr. Turkey,Do you everwonderwhy,Peopleeatyou atThanksgiving,And notchickenpot pie?

PufferBillies(Tune: Down by theStation)

Downby thestation,Early in themorning,Seethelittle PufferBillies,All in arow.

Seetheenginemaster,Turn thelittle handle,Chug, chug,toot, toot,Off they go.

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Introductionto ProgramEnhancersProps

SoundEffectsLight Effects 2Scenery 2MakeUpHair 4HatsCostumes 5Old Clothing 5CrepePaperCostumes 6PaperPlateandPosterBoardMasks 6CardboardCut-OutorBillboard Costumes 6CardboardBoxes 6PaperBagCostumes 7

Introductionto Puppets 7Typesof Puppets 7ShowingFeelingandPersonality 7Bring thePuppetto Life 8Hints for ManipulatingHandPuppets 8Actions PuppetsCan Do Easily 8Materials for Puppets 8MakingFeaturesfor Puppets 9

Examplesof Puppets 10SimpleStages 14

Thru the Looking Glass Program Enhancers

PROGRAM ENHANCERS

This sectiongivesyou examplesof all kinds ofthingsthat canbe usedto dressup any skit,campfire,etc. By usingsimplepuppets,propsor specialeffectsyou canmakeany skit comealive. Justuseyour imagination,orbetteryet,let theCubshavea hand in making thelandofmakebelievebecomereal!

Thesealsogive ajob to theshyCub or evenextrajobs for Cubsnot usedin a skit.

PROPS

Propsarethethings usedto helptheskits seemreal. Theycanbe a chair,fishingrodor evenahat. You canusecardboardcut outsof a rakeorwoodcut to makeasword. Evenaboy canbe a propif theskit is so written.

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Propsshouldbe simpleenoughfor theboystounderstandandbe ableto use,yet be effective.Theyareusuallyitemscommonenoughto befoundaroundthehouse.

SOUND EFFECTS

Manysoundsmaybe pre-recordedand usedeffectivelyin skits whenit is too difficult tobringsoundeffectsto thepackmeeting.

Hail-pourriceon apaneof glass,tin or woodinto microphone.Rain-fill abiscuit panorcookiejar 1/3” full ofdry peasor beanandrotateslowly.Thunder-grasp tin or aluminumcookiesheet

at oneend,placingthumbon undersideof it.Shaketin so it vibrates. Bangit againstkneefor occasionalloud clap ofthunder. For single

crashes,strike thetin in thecenterwith arubberhammerorrubberheeledshoe.Wind-cutnarrowslit in sheetofpaper,hold itabout1/2” from lips andblow.Water-severalpersonsblowing throughstrawsintoglassesof water.Storm-combinewind, rain andthundersounds,thenturn stagelights off and on to produceflashof lightening.Boat whistle-awoodenor plasticspool,3/4’strip of a balloonanda rubberband. Fastentheballoonover thehole in oneendof thespool.Wraprubberbandaroundspoolovertheendsof theballoonandpull theballoon tight. Blowinto openendofspooi. This makesashrillwhistle.Knock at the door-hit or rap a 1/2 gallonbleachbottlesharplyon thebottomwith arubberspatula.Auto brakes-slidedrinking glassacrosspaneof glass.Trains-placesmall wire nailsor popcorninsideatin band-aidbox. Movebackand forth anditsoundslike a trainchuggingalong. Rhythmofmovementis important. Chugchugchugchug- chugchugchugchug.Gong or chimes-4” or 5” length ofwaterpipe,suspended.Tubesor waterpipescanbe cutinvariouslengthsfor chimes.Cut off 1/2” atatime andtestfor tone. Strike with arubberhammer.Pistolshot-arubberbandstretchedaroundthecenterof asmall foil pie pan. Pull out the bandfrom bottomofpanandrelease.Or snapayardstickor thin boardon a hardsurface.Sword andshieldfight-holdingaluminumcookiesheetin onehand,hit with metalspoon.Crashes-fill a woodenbox with brokenglassandafew stones,thennail thetop on. Bydroppingor tipping theendof thebox variouskinds ofcrashesareproduced.Animal roar or creaking door-any closedboxwill do. Useacoffeecanor two foil panstapedtogether.Tiea string in the centerof apencil. Puncha holein container,placepencilinsideand pull string out throughhole. Rubstring with resin or agreenleaf. Dragfinger-nails alongstring to producenoiseinto micro-phone.

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LIGHT EFFECTS

Light effectshelpsetthemoodfor theskit. Ifthe skit takesplaceoutdoorsatnoon,of coursethestageareashouldbe well lit. If theskittakesplaceat night, the lights shouldbe dim.

Spotlight-flashlightwith different sizefunnels(whichcanbe madefrom constructionpaper).For differentcoloreffects,usecoloredcello-phaneor tissuepaperover theendof thefunnel.

Tin cans-#l0,makegoodcandlefootlights.Theymaybe nailed to a boardso severalmaybe focusedasneeded.A nail in thebottomofthecanhold thecandlefirm.

Stagelight-a #10canandabroomstickcanbeusedto makean excellentstagelight.

A flashlightor lanternlenscoveredwithdifferentcolors ofcellophaneor tissuepaperwill givedifferenteffects. Darkblues,darkgreensorpurpleswill help to createa spookyscene.

A light coveredin yellow hangingfrom theceiling will createthesun.

Starscanbe createdby coveringtheback-groundwith blacktrashbags,punchingholes

in themandshininglight from behindthebackdrop.

Shadowingcanbe doneby angling thelightsfrom differentdirections.

Experimentto createamoodfor theskit!

SCENERY

Simplesceneryis fun to make. It is agooddenproject. It addsto themoodof askit andmakesaskit morebelievable.

Any moodcanbe createdwith scenery.Usegraysfor spookyorsadskit; usebrightcolorfor a happyor funnymood.

Scenerycanbe paintedon largepiecesofcorrugatedcardboard.Keepthesethingsinmind:

• Usetemperaor latex paint, theyareinexpen-sive and all washoff.

• Apply with a roller for largeareas.• A woodenlatticemaybe nailedto theback,

if necessary,for support.• Felt tip markersmaybe usedfor detail.• Temperapaintsmaybe usedto tint latexfor

desiredshade.• Boyswill needold clothesto paintin; dad’s

old shirtaregreat.• Whencreatingaskyline,cutthepieceslow

(waistor shoulderheight) to give theeffectof distance.

Remembertheboy who is shyto speakin frontoftheaudience,he would makea wonderfultreeforthat skit. Or maybethetwo extraCubScoutscouldbe curtainsandopenandclosefortheskit. Theboyscan havefun beingpartofthescenery.

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MAKEUP

Charactersseemmorerealwith makeup.It willhelp the bashfulCub becausehis audienceislooking at an imaginarycharacter,not theboyhimself. Keepit simplebut usewhat is neces-saryto establishthecharacter.Makeupcanmaketheactorappearorder,younger,smalleror larger. It helpstheaudienceseethecharac-ter andunderstandwhathe/sheis like.

Here areafew simple ideasto help usemakeupto its bestadvantagewith theboys:

1. Combineequalpartsof liquid cleansingcreamandsiftedpowderedsugar. Thismakesa simplewhite basefor aclown. Tintwith foodcoloring:greenfor amonster;redfor an Indian. Thismakeup wipesoffeasily.

2. Mix onetablespoonshorteningandtwotablespoonscornstarchwith afork untilcreamy. Add foodcoloringandmix untilcolor is even. Put eachcolorin ababyfoodjar to keepuntil readyto use.

Fingerpaintscanbe usedandwashedoff withalot of soapywater. Be sureto testfingerpaintson armbeforeusingon face.

To look old, mix equalpartsof waterandclearsugarsyrupin a bowl. Coverfaceandneckevenly. Beforethemixture hashadtime todry, coverall offace(exceptmouth,eyesandnostrils)with sheetsof pink, yellow orpeachcoloredtissue. Oncethis hasdried,wrinkleand crinide face;theadheredtissuepaperwillwrinkle andcreasecreatingtheagedeffect.

To enhancethis effectput dark circleswith eyeshadowundereyesandsharplinesandwrinklesat thecornerof mouthandeyes. Usegrayeyebrowpencil on theforeheadforfrowns. All ofthis canbe washedoff withwarm waterandsoap. Talcumpowderorcornstarchpowderedinto thehairhelpsmakethecharacterlook older.



Usenoseputty to makea bumpon faceor arm.It canbe coveredwith makeup. To remove,wipedoff makeup andrub thenoseputty withcold creamuntil it is soft enoughto wipe away.

Eyebrowpencil, lipstick andeyeshadowmaybeusedto enhancethe featuresof any charac-teror changeshapesof eyebrows.Blackeyebrowpencil or crayoncanbe usedtosimulateamissing tooth. Animal whiskersmaybe drawndirectly on the facewith eye-browpencil or liquid eyeliner.

Usedoublestick tapeto adherescaresmadefrom constructionpaperor felt.

Applying makeup:

Forlong fingernailsorclaws cutlong, taperedtrianglesofpaperor foil coveredpaper. Useapieceof doublestick tapeto holdpaperinplace. Forlongerclawstapeapieceofpipecleanerto theunderneathside ofeachtriangle.

• Apply makeupaftercharacteris in costume.• Useatowel to protectthecostume.• Keepplenty of tissueson hand.• Keepcleansingcreamon hand.

HAIR

Most actors,afterputting on their costume,arealmostneversatisfiedwith their hair. Hairincostumelanguageincludeshair on head(orlack of), eyebrows,beardsandmustaches.

Hair for theheadmaybe a mop or yarn. Foryarn hair, cut twice the lengthneededandfoldback,fasteningto a bandor hat.

You cansewor staplein bunchesto a tubestock. To makesockcap,stretchthestockingovertheactor’shead,tie a knot atthetop andsnip off thefoot end. Thecapmustbe deepenoughso that it will not fall off. Usebobbypinsto helphold in place.

A beigebathingcapor sockmaybe usedtogive a bald impression.Hair maybe gluedtotheedgesto enhancethebaldingeffect.

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Mustachesandbeardsmaybe madeofcon-structionpaperwith piecesoffakehair gluedon to matcha wig. This maybe attachedtofacewith doublestick tape.Beardsmaybeattachedwith a pieceof string tied behindtheheadto hold in place. Cottonballscanalsobeusedfor eyebrows,mustachesandbeards.

HATS

Hatscanbe foundin theattic or garagesale.Keepyoureyesopenfor bathingcaps,top hats,berets,ladieshats,military hatsor strawskim-mers. Also, avariety of hatscanbe purchasedatU.S. Toy.

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Costumescanhelpsetthethemeormoodfortheentireskit. Theyhavethemagicalability totransformaboy into anythinghis imaginationsuggests.Costumesshouldbe simple. Clothcostumesaredurable,but thecostis more.Sinceskits areusuallypresentedonly once,itisn’t necessaryto go to all thetroubleandexpense.

Theboyswill enjoymaking their owncos-tumesfrom paperbags,cardboardorcrepepaperwhich canbe glued or stapled. Remem-ber to keepcostumesat theCub Scoutlevel.Theboyswill give theirbestperformanceiftheyaremadeto feel thattheskit is theirs,includingthemakingof costumes.

Sometimesa simple sign is all that is neededfor identificationof a character.

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CREPEPAPER COSTUMES

Crepepapercanbe usedeffectivelyin cos-tume-making.It is arelatively inexpensivecostumematerialandcanbe glued,stapled,sewn,drapedorfolded. It’s ability to stretchisalso animportantfactor. Simple tunics,shifts,vestsandhatscanbe fashionedquite easily.With its wide rangeof colors,crepepaperhasmany “boy making”possibilities.

PAPERPLATE AND POSTER BOARDMASKS

Paperplatesaregreatfor makingafacemaskbecauseof thesize. By usingjust eyeholes,theboysfaceandidentityis concealed.

Posterboardmaskscanrepresentany characteror animalby paintingon desiredcharacterandcutting eyeholes.

You canaddyarn for hair ormanefor both ofthesemasks. Theboyholds this in front of himandputshis facein thefacehole.

CARDBOARD CUT-OUT ORBILLBOARD COSTUMES

Easycostumescanbe madefrom cardboard.Itcanbe paintedwith tempera,latex orposterpaints. Detailscanbe drawnin thewide-linemarkers.

Rememberwith cardboardcut-Outcostumestheboyswill be holdingthemin front and theirhandswill not be freeto do anythingelse. Besureto makea“handle” to tapeon the backofcut-outto makeit easierfor theboysto carry.This canbe doneby simply cuttinga sthpofcardboardandtapingit on theback., -

Billboardstakealittle moreeffort, but areveryeasy. Justpaintposterboardor cardboardwiththecharacterdesired. Strapover eachshoul-der. Rememberbillboardsneeda front andback,but will freetheirhandsto hold propsormakejesters.

CARDBOARD BOXES

Cardboardboxesmakeexcellentcostumesforclowns,animals,vegetables,etc. Cutholesfortheheadandarms in advancethenlet theboyspaintthe boxeswith temperaor latexpaintsandmarkingpens.

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Head-A cardboardbox whichfits over boy’shead. Light bulbs,styrofoamballs,pom-poms,halfofa pingpong ball or posterboardconescanbe usedfor eyesandears. Mouth is Cut Out

for theboy’s eyehole. Be sureit is in aposi-tion wherehe cansee. Yarncanbe addedforhair.

Body-A largerbox with holesCut out for armsand neck. Boy slips this box overhis head.Paintbox to fit any characterneeded.

Elbows, knees-canbe fastenedtogetherwithbrasspaperfastenersor stapled.

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Anothereasilyavailablesourceof costumingispaperbags. Theymaybe paintedandit is easyto glueon attachments.Theycanbe usedaspioneerjackets,vestsorbreechclouts;crushthebag andiron it for a leatherylook.

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Puppetscanplay agreatpart in Cub Scouting.Theyareanotherform ofcommunicationaswell asagreatsourceof entertainment.

Puppetscanbe figures ofpeople,animalsorobjectswhich canbe movedby humans.Whenpuppetsmakepeoplelaugh,it is usuallybe-causeof what he doesmorethanwhat he says.Wordsarenot alwaysasimportantasactions,practiceso theCubscanget themostactionoutof theirpuppets.

Puppetsarequick andeasyto makeandcanbemadefrom things you would ordinarilyhaveon handaroundthehouse.

Theartof puppetrywill serveasa springboardto helpyourCubsthink andbehavemorecreatively. Let thembe creativein designingtheir ownpuppets.

Puppetscanbe usedin skits,-openings,closingsor for a song!

TYPES OF PUPPETS

Therearemanytypesof puppets,however,thosebestsuitedfor Cub Scoutingare:

• Sockpuppets• Paperbagpuppets• Paperplateor tissuerolls puppets• One-piecepuppets

SHOWING FEELINGS ANDPERSONALITY

Excited: Clasphands,jump up and downSad: Handto face,slow movements

Angry: Beathead,banghandsAfraid: TrembleTired: Slow, languidmovements

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• Hold thepuppetvertically.• Let thepuppetwalk off stage,not sink Out of

sight.• Think of actionsapuppetcan do bestand

includethemin yourscript.• Keep actionsclearandsimple.• Letyourpuppetspeakandactaccordingto

-the kind of personthat he represents.Make suretheaudiencecantell whichpuppetis doing thetalking.

• Be sureto speakclearly.• Do nothide onepuppetbehindthe other.• Let thepuppetexaggerateboth feelingsand

actionsthatgo with thefeelings.• In somecases,it is agood ideato havethe

puppetspeakout loud to himselfashe goesabouthis act. Forexample,hemight saywhile looking: “I’ll look underthis treeforarock.”

Walking: Move thewrist back andforth. Thepuppetshouldnotpop out of thin air, butenterattheside of thestageorenterascomingupstairsinto the view of theaudience.

Talking: If themouthis moveable,it is simpleto indicatetalking. If it is immovable,movethe headup and downrhythmically on phrasesor groupsof words.

Listening: Puppetsshouldhavegood listeningmanners.A puppetshouldnotmove whileanotheris speakingandhe shouldfacetheonewhois speaking.

Sitting: Lower thepuppetgently andinsertfinger oftheoppositehandunderthegarmentto makeaknee. Graduallyremovethefingeras apuppetSits.

Climbing: Lowerthetree,fenceor ladderslowly while thepuppetremainsat stagelevel.Its only movementis graspingthebranchesatintervals.

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Yarn becomeshair

1. Takeapieceof yarn andlay it acrossyourpuppet’sheadto seehow longto makeit.Add an inchortwo to be trimmedlater.

2. Takeahandfulofyarn thatlength. Useabout25-30strandfor small puppetsand 30-50 strandsfor largerpuppets.

3. Tie it tightly in themiddle.

4. Put this tied yard acrossthe headandpin itin place.

5. Spreadthestrandsof yard aroundto coverthe backof the headandsides. Thehairstylespicturedwill helpyou. Whenyou arereadyto put thehair on to stay,spreadglueon thetop anddownthesidesandbackofthehead. Usepins to help holdhair in placeif you needthem.

6. Small tufts of yarn tied in thesamewaymakebangs,shorthair andcomic hair. Youmightwant to give yourpuppeta haircutafterthegluedries).

Youcanmove thepart to theside orbackfordifferentstyles. Don’t limit yourselfon yarn.Othermaterialssuchasfur, fringe, felt, etc.canbe usedfor puppethair.

FacialExpressionsand features

Mostpuppetsare moreeffectivewith simple,clearly definedandexaggeratedfeatures.Thesizingandpositionof thefeaturesis pertinentto characterdevelopment.

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SockPuppets

1. Use an old sock. Wool or fleecysockswork best,butanywill do.

2. SpreadthesockOut flat so that theheelis on top.


Glueorsewon featuresfor faces. Stuffalittle Cottoninto theheelto givetheheadshape.

Sackpuppets

3. Cut aroundtheedgeof thetoeandbackabout2’ or 3” asshown.

4. You will needasmallpieceof red,pink ororangecloth foldedin half asshown. Putthefoldedcloth insidetheopenpartofthemouthsothat thefoldededgefits all thewaybackagainsttheendof thecut. Drawaroundthemouthwith pencil. Removethecloth andCut out themouthpiece.

5. Sewor glueit into thesock.

6. Turn thesockright sideOut when theglue isdry or theseamhasbeenpressed.

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Papersackpuppetsareeasyfor Cub Scoutstomakeandtheycanbe madeto fit almostanytheme. Usealunchsackto fit theCubshands.

Featuresaredrawnorpaintedon bottomofbag,with mouthextendingfrom bagbottomuptheside of thebagashortdistance.Drawmouthwith bagbottomfolded thenunfoldanddrawinsidepartsofmouthof insidefold. Thefold is graspedwith thefingersandopenedandclosedto makepuppettalk.

Hair, hats,clothingcanbe left to theCubsimagination. Make thesefrom coloredcon-structionpaper,felt, material;gluethemon tothebag.

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Footsiepuppets

Paperplate puppet

Turn apaperplateinto an animal,personormonster.Usecrayonsor marker. Gluecon-structionpaper,cloth or trim to the plate.Make ahandlefor thepuppetby gluing ortapingtheplate to atonguedepressoror stripof heavycardboard.Try smaller,largerorcoloredplatesfor avariety ofpuppets.

Tissueroll puppets

Thesepuppetsarequickly madefrom card-boardtissuerolls. Oneendof theroll is cov-eredwith constructionpaperorcrepepaper.Featuresandtrim aremadefrom Constructionpaper,yarnandpaint. Entire roll maybecoveredwith coloredpaper.

Knee puppets

Foreachpuppetyou will needonesockto sliponto yourlegfor thebody of thepuppetandpartof anothersockfor thepuppet’sarms. Cutoff thefoot ofthesecondsock,thenCut sockleg in half lengthwise.

For arms,cut oneof thepiecesin half. (Savetheotherhalf for anotherpuppet.) Sewacrosstheendanddown theside. Turn, stuffandsewto body. Sewfelt handsto arms.

String thearmsofeachpuppetto a stick,sothatthepuppeteercanwearapuppetsockoneachleg andoperateboth easily.

Useeyebrowpencil andlipstick to drawpuppet’sfaceon bareknees.

Thefacesofthesefunny footsiepuppetsarethesolesof yoursock. You canCut out felt fea-turesandsewor gluein placeon thebottomofthesock. Sewon yarn hair.

To makedifferenttypesofcharacters,addcollars,bowties, hats,whiskers,etc.

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Onepiecepuppetsaremadeof cloth andare

moredurable. Their advantagesarethat they

arevery simpleandquickto make,asthe

glove, armsandheadareall cut in onepiece.

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2. Cut2piecesof cloth.

3. Lay themtogether,wrong sideoutward.

4. Stitch togetheraboutl/4”-fromjlie edge.

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movel1entif thearmholesare cut wide and

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or too long, manipulationbecomesimpossible.

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collars,etc. all will addto the puppet’sappeal.

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5. Leavea holebig enoughto getintoandup into thestuffing.

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Make a puppet headfrom the toe of a sock!

1. Use an old sockin whatevercolor you wantthepuppet’sskin to be. Cut thetoeoffabouthalfwaybetweenthetoeandheel.

2. Usecotton,old stockings,facial tissueor theremainderof thesockyou areusing,asstuffing to fill thehead.

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7. Whenyou havetried it on andit fits, putgluearoundtheinsidesof theholeandplaceit on thepuppetbody. Stuff tissueorpaperinto theneckof thebody to hold it in placewhile thegluedries. Whendry, removethe

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SIMPLE STAGES


Table stage

Tableturnedon it’s side

Sheetstage

Largestagemadefrom two laddersanda sheeton apole

Folding Screen

A box with a holecutOut.

Curtainstring ofcrepepaper

Small box insidelargebox to restfeeton

Placeon thefloor or on atable.

Refrigerator box stage

Scroll stage

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PROGRAM PIZAZZ

Introductionto Stunts.Tricks andPuzzles

Monthly Themes:December/HolidayMagic 2January/ExploringAlaska 5February/Blue& Gold Traditions 8March/Wheels,Wings andRudders 12April/ShapeUp 15MayiBackto Nature 19June/Stroiigfor America 23July/BuckskinPioneers 27AugustlWa-terFun 30September/ExploringYour Neighborhood 33October/AchievementParade 36No’~ernber/H-arbors.StationsandAirports 39

Storytelling 43

Thru the Looking Glass Program Pizazz

STUNTS,TRICKS & PUZZLES

Thepackmeetingreally beganto dragThefolks werefadingfast.

TheCubmasterknewwhatwashappening,He justhopedhe could last. -

But, alas,it grewworsestill —

He wipedsweatfrom his brow.Hewishedhe couldperk thingsup,If only he know how!

Suddenlyhis assistantappearedAnd askedthefolk to helpout.

He divided theminto groupsAnd testedeachgroup’sshout.

BeforetheyknewwhathappenedTheyall joined in thefun.

Eachgroupwasdoing theirbestTo outdotheotherones.

Theylistenedastheleaderread,Waiting for their word.

Thefun that theywerehavingCouldnow beseenandheard.

So whenyourmeetingbeginsto lag,Be preparedwith somethingto do

Thatwill involve theaudience—

It all dependson you.Remembertheword “involvement” —

A very specialkey,Andyourmeetingswill alwaysbeAs funastheycanbe!

To helpyou be preparedwhenyourmeetingbeginsto lag,this sectionis your little “bagoftricks” filled with stunts,tricks andpuzzlessureto makeyourdenorpackmeetingshine.Investa little extraplanningtime, plusapinchofimaginationandingenuity andthe returnonyourinvestmentwill benefiteveryone.Thesecretto thesuccessfuluseofthesematerialsisnotbeingafraidto be akid again— soloosenup,be a little silly andHAVE FUN!

STUNTS

Audience participation - geteveryonein-volved. Useasan ice-breaker,to enforcethemonthly themeor simply givethe audienceachanceto standandstretch.

Applausesand cheers- shortand snappy.Usedasrecognition,to liven up ameeting,enforcethemonthly themeor just to let theaudiencemovearoundandlet off somesteam.

Run-ons - snappylittle jokes orplayson wordsthat add alaughandput a little sparkleintoyourmeeting.

TRICKS

Magic - givesa boy thechanceto fool or pull atrick on abuddy. A surefireway to captureaboy’s imagination.

Riddles- area fun way to involve bothCubsand parents.If aCub learnsariddleat adenmeeting,he’ssureto passit on whenhe getshome.

Tonguetwisters- makeeveryonelaugh andmostly atthemselveswhentheyget their“twistersall tongueledup!!”

PUZZLES

Wordsearchpuzzles,crosswordpuzzles,fill-ins, brain teasersandmazeslendthemselvesbestto aquiettime in thedenmeeting. Cubsdelight in being“first” to solvethemanddenleadersaregrateful for a breakfrom frenziedactivities.


Program Pizazz Thru the Looking Glass

DECEMBER. 1993

HOLIDAY MAGIC

Audience participation

A Merry Mix-up -Cut out 1” x 3’ cardsfrom thincardboardandprint on themtheitems listed below-oneto acard. Dealall the cardsto theplayers. Haveeachplayerleavehis cardfacedown in apileon thetable. Onepersonreadsthestory aloud.At the first blankspacehe pausesandtheplayerto his left choosesa cardatrandomandreadsit. Continuein this manneruntil thestoryis fmishedandthenstartover. It will bedifferenteachtime. Thiscouldalsobe adaptedto useatpackmeetingwith differentparentsreadingthecards.

It wasa cold winter nightat theNorth Pole.Theicicleson theeavesofSanta’scozyhousehungdown like — andthesnowflakeswerefalling asfastas_. Inside,Mrs. SantaClaussatinherold rockerthatcreakedlike —. Shewasknitting apair ofmittensthecolorof _.

“Where canSantabe?”shewonderedasshewent to thestove. Shepickedup — fastenedto — and stirredawholepotof stewwith it.Thestewsmelleddelicious,like —.

“It’s time for Santato be homefrom his round-the-worldtrip,” Mrs. Clausgrumbled. “Last

yearhis sleighgotstuck in —, arunnerbrokeoff andhehad to fit it with — and_. Butthis yearhe promisednothing would go wrong,becausehe took along— for goodluck.”

Justthentwo little elvesboundedinto theroom. Theirfrightenedfaceswerethecolorof— andthebellson theirshoesjangledlike

“Mrs. Claus!” theycried. “Comewith us!Something’shappenedover at theworkshop.”

Mrs. Claus tossedherknitting onto_, whichhappenedto be nearby..Shefollowed theelvesso fast shealmost trippedover— in thedoorway and thedoorslammedwith anoiselike — asthethreerushedto Santa’swork-shop. -

“Stop thief!” Mrs. Claustried to shoutbut shewassofrightenedhervoicesoundedlike —.Thefigurewith thesackstoppedshort; thentherewasajolly laughanda “Well, blessmybuttons—whatareyou doing outheresolate?”

It wasSantahimself! Heexplainedthathe’drunoutof toys and hadto returnto theNorthPolefor more. Hehurriedintothe housefor abowl of stew,whichtastedbetterthan— onthatcold night. ThenSantarushedto hissleigh,the reindeerstampedtheirfeetwith anoiselike —‘ andtheyroseinto theair asgracefullyas—.

Overhead,thestarstwinkled like .._., andthe•abluekite •an electrictoaster snowlay on thegroundasdeepas—. The -

•a torn Christmascard•greenshoelaces•anevergreenbranch•atail light•horseshoes•aChristmascard•asnowshovelasilver dollar

•aquartofeggnog

3 poundsof butter•14cookies•acandycane•lipstick•apurpledinosaur•a holly wreath•bubblegum•a dog’sbone•hotmincepie

quaintwindows ofSanta’sworkshop,whichwere shapedlike were brightly lighted,andMrs. Clauscouldseea figure inside. Hewasgrabbingleft-overtoys off theshelveswithasmuchnoiseas— andtossingtheminto abig bagnow aslumpyas—. “A robber!” shewhisperedto theelves. “You grab andyou grab—, andI’ll makeanoiselike —

•abrokentelevision •moldyfeathers with andwe’ll scarehim away!” Buta little lamb

•abow andarrow•along white beardaraggedapron

•afluffy pillow•somedirty socks•mistletoe•furniture polish

beforeMrs. Clauscouldsay“,“ thework-shopdooropenedandthepersonhurriedout,his heavysackloadedwith Santa’stoys.


Thru the Looking Glass Program P-izazz

Applauses

Rudolpha~nlausePut handsto yourheadwith thumbsin eachearandfingersup, formingantlers. Wrinkle noseandsay,“Blink, blink, blink!”

SantaapplauseHold handson stomachandsay,“Ho, ho,ho!”

Snowballapplause -

Packa snowballandthrow it into thecrowdandyell, “Splat!”

ChristmasapolausePretendto crackwhip andsay,“On Dasher,OnComet,On Cupid.”

Run-ons

SecondLanguageOnedenmemberwearsa signreading,MOTHER MOUSE. Anotherhasasignreading,CAT. All otherwearsignsreading,MOUSE. Mothermouseis taking her childrenfor awalk whensuddenlythebig catappearsintheirpath.

MOTHERMOUSE: (in a loudvoice) “Bowwow wow!” Thecatshrinksin fearandrunsaway.

MICE: “Oh mother,we wereso scared!”

MOTHER MOUSE: “Let that be alessontoyou, children. It paysto learnasecondlan-guage.

Vindow Viper(Oneto six Cubsareusedin this run-on.)

First Cubrunsacrossthestageor room yelling,“The Viper is coming.” EachCub doesthesameandyells thesamething. After thenextto the lastCub hasrunacrossyelling, the lastCub strolls in with aragandpail andsays,“Allo, I’m theVindowViper!”

Magic trick

Color TrickeryOn alargesheetof paper,drawaU.S. flag andcrayonit heavily. Make thestripesgreenandblack; thestars(all fifty of them)orange.Thenhangit in abright room. Starefixedly at theflag for severalminutes,thenlook atthebarewall. There’stheflag - theway it oughttolook, all red,white andblue.

Riddles

How manylettersaretherein thealphabetatChristmas?TWENTY-EWE, BECAUSEATCHRISTMASWE SING,“NO-EL.”

Whohasantlers,white gloves andlovesMinnie? MICKEY MOOSE.

If an athletegetsathlete’sfoot, whatdoesanastronautget?MISTLETOE (MISSILE TOE).

Knock, knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Isadora.Isadorawho?IsadoralockedI can’t get in.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Isaiah.Isaiahwho?Isaiahnothingtill you openthe door.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Jamaica.Jamaicawho?Jamaicamistake?

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Jethro.Jethrowho?Jethrotheboatandthtoptalking tho much.



Word search Crossword

RichChocolateWord Search-

C W R A H C 0 M K N I R 0R D E - A I C W D W R A S EE E G W RI AL LI N AV

Santa’sBusySeasonFill in thewords across.Thenreaddowntheshadedsquaresto find theanswerto “WhatdoesSantaneedplenty of atChristmas?”

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ACROSS1. MakesawhiteChristmas.2.

S C U E M X D N G C K U s -3. WhopullsSanta’ssleigh.

I K P W E I A N S T G R U 4. Whatis hungforSanta.

S C I S L E A Y S A I Y 0 5. Givesa soft flickering light.I I F S T N I M R I E S M 6. Closeyoureyesandmakea.U H W R I S S I W S I E U 7. Howmany.days’tilChristmas?N T D R I E U Y M A E R C 8. Santa’sworkshophelpers.

9. Whata little girl likes.Bars Covered Melt SugarBeans Creamy Mints Sweet

io. A gift.11. WhatSantadrives.

Boxes Cremes Mocha SwissBunny Dark Mousse SyrupsCake Drink Nuts Thick

12. Whata little boy likes.13. It shinesatopthetree.

Cocoa Good Pudding Vanilla

Brain teaser

WhereDid theReindeerGo?To find out, addorsubtractthenumbersandput theanswersin thetop halfof theboxes.Match thecodeandput the letterin thebottomboxes.

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.IANUARY. 1994

EXPLORING ALASKA


Abe. theLeft-footedMuleDivide theaudienceinto five groupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capitalizedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

MR. MULLINS: “Whoa, there!” (gestureasif pulling reins)MRS.MULLINS: “Stop! Stop!” (holdinghandsto head)ABE, THE MULE: “Haw, hee! Haw, hee!”(indexfingerspointed up like ears)ABEL, THE OTHER MULE: “Hee, haw!Hee,haw!”JASPER: “Howdy folks!” (handraisedingreeting)

This is astory aboutMR. MULLINS andMRS. MULLINS, two of ourpioneerances-tors andtheirmule namedABE.

ABE wasleft-footedandhe did everythingjustexactlybackwards.WhenMR. MULLINSwantedto plow thefields,ABE pulled theplow sofar to the left thathe wentin bigcircles. WhenMRS.MULLINS wantedto goto thevillage, ABE went backwardsinsteadofahead.“It is veryembarrassing!”criedMRS.MULLINS. “It is very confusing!’ criedMR.MULLINS. And ABE justcried.

Oneday theircousinJASPER cameto visitandhe sawABE plowing circlesandpushingthewagonbackwards.MR. MULLINS wassoconfused. MRS.MULLINS wassoembar-rassed.AndABE wasso unhappy.

“We’ll haveto sendABE away,” saidMR.MULLINS. “Or wecanneverget to thevillage,” saidMRS. MULLINS. And theylovedhim sothethoughtof losinghim made

themboth cry. “Hinmmm,” saidCousinJASPER. ABE is a very handsomemuleevenif he is left-footed.

SoCousinJASPERthoughtit all over andhesaid,“Why don’t you getaright-footedmuletogo alongwith theleft-footedABE?” “Oh yes,why don’t we!” saidMR. MULLINS andMRS. MULLINS. So theydid; theygot aright-footedmule namedABEL.

Now everythingworks out very nicely. WhenABE plowsleft, ABEL plowsright. Betweenthetwo of them,theirfield wasthestraightestin all thecolonies.WhenMRS.MULLINShitchesthemup to go to thevillage, shehitchesABE backwardsandABLE frontwards.Andawaytheygo at agoodfastclip. “We maylook strange,”saidMRS. MULLINS, “but wedo getto the village in ahurry.”

SoMRS. MULLINS is happy. MR.MULLD4S is happy. ABE is happy. ABEL ishappy. And goodold CousingJASPER wenthomevery well pleasedwith himself.

Applauses

Melting icicle applauseHangfingers downandsay,“Drip, drip!”

MadscientistaoolausePretendto hold up atesttubein onehand.Poursomethingelseinto it, thensomethingelse,thengo, “Ha, ha, ha, it is going to work!Oh no!! SSSSSSBoom!” -

After dinnerapplause“Pop, plop,fizz, fizz. Oh whatarelief it is.”



Run- ons

TelephoneTroubleTwo Cub Scoutsstandabout20 feetapart,eachholdingoneendof roperepresentingatele-phoneline. Onemakesdialing motionsandtheothersays,“r-r-r-ring” andpicks up thephone.FIRST BOY: “Hi, (name),whatareyou doing?”(Thesecondboy indicateshe can’thearclearly.)FIRST BOY: “We seemto havetroubleontheline. Would aleader(pick oUt one)pleasecomeup and holdthe line?” (Theboysagaintry to talk but there’s still trouble on the line.Continuethis until therearethreeadultshold-ing thelines. Finally, thetroubleis clearedup.)FIRST BOY: “What areyou doing, (name)?”SECOND BOY: “I’ve beenfishing.”FIRST BOY: “Catchinganything?”SECOND BOY: “Yep, threesuckerssofar!”

Takethetwo top cornersbetweenthefingersandthumbsandsharplypull thenoteOutstraight. Theclipswill fly off, butsurprise,surprise,theywill be mysteriouslyjoinedtogether. -

How do you makeanti-freeze?HIDE HER

MGHTIE

Whatdo you call Eskimocows? ESKIMOOS!

How is abarefootboy like an Eskimo? HEWEARS (5) NO (W) SHOES!

Tongue twistersWeablesWebelosleaderwalksby Webelos(whoarestandingin a line) andgivesthema shovebuttheCubsjustrockbackandforth.LEADER: “I bumped eachof you hardenoughto makeyou fall. Why areeachof youstill standing?”WEBELOS: “Webelos wobblebut theydon’tfall down!”

Magictrick

Link theclipsYouwill needamoneynoteorapieceofpaperandtwo ordinarypaperclips. Ask yourfriendsto join thetwo paperclips togetherwith thenoteofpaper. Fold thenote(or paper)intothreebut do notcreasethefolds. Clip thefoldswith thetwo paperclips.

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ElevenexcitedEskimoserectedan eerieigloo.

Snowmenseen slightly silly in summer.

Glaciersglide graciouslyovertheground.

Knock, knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Dewayne.Dewaynewho?Dewaynein Spainfallsmainly in theplain.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Hugo. - -Hugowho?Hugoyourway,andI’ll go mine.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Dewey,Deweywho?Deweyhavetolceeptelling theseknock-knockjokes.

Riddles



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Word search - FEBRUARY. 1994

TheLay of theLand BLUE & GOLD TRADITIONS

Audience participation -

TheScoutingStoryMake a 3 x 5’ cardfor all BOLD wordsandphrasesin thestory below. Handout cardstovariouspeoplein theaudience.A narratorreadsthestory andat theappropriatetimeholdsup anumberedcard. Personsin audiencewith thatnumbershoutsout thecorrectwordorphrase. (Narratorwill needcardsnumberedfrom ito 36.)

Scoutingbeganin (1) ENGLAND, whenLordBaden-Powelldecidedto trainboysto be self-reliant. A few yearslater,aChicagopublisher,(2) WILLIAM D BOYCE, waslost in aLondon(3) FOG. A boy appearedandofferedto takehim to his destination.Whenofferedatip for his services,theboy refusedandsaid:

(4) “SCOUTS DO NOT TAKE MONEYFOR DOING A GOOD TURN.” After

visiting with Baden-Powell,BoycedecidedtoFields starttheScoutingprogramin the(5) UNITEDForest STATES.GlenGrove The (6) BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA wasHeath incorporatedon (7) FEBRUARY 8, 1910.ThisHills yearwearecelebratingthe(8)83RD birthdayIsland of Scoutingandthe(9) 63RDbirthdayof CubJungleKnoll Scouting.Land

During the first World War, Scoutssold morethan2 million (10) LIBERTY LOAN BONDSandover$3 million worth of savingstamps.Scoutsalsohelpedwith (11)FOOD andFUEL CONSERVATION andplantedBoyScout(12) WAR GARDENS.

In 1938 a Tulsa oilman, (13)WAITEPHILLIPS,donatedsomelandin (14)NEWMEXICO to the Boy Scouts of America.Philtum Rocky Mountain Scout Campis now

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called (15)PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH. Ithasbeen enjoyed by Scouts for many years.Each summer thousands of Boy Scouts and(16)EXPLORERS spend two weeks (17)HIKING, BACKPACKING, AND CAMP-ING in themountains. Philmontis alsoawonderfulplace for a (18)FAMILY VACA-TION andhundredsof Scoutingfamiliesgothereeveryyear,soadult leaderscantakepartin trainingconferences.

In 1938,(19)IRVING BERLIN donatedtheroyaltiesfrom his song(20) “GOD BLESSAMERICA” to the (21) BOY SCOUTS OFAMERICA. He is oneof themanyfamouspeoplewho havehelpedScoutingby theirservice and contributions.

During World War II, Scouts again providedservice in the war effort. Theycollected(22)RUBBER, (23)WASTEPAPER, and(24)ALUMINUM. Theyalsoplanted(25)VIC-TORY GARDENS. Scouting’sservicehelpedto win thewar.

Scoutshavealwaysgivenhelp in time of(26)DISASTERS,suchas(27) FIRES, (28)FLOODS, (29) TORNADOES, and(30)EARTHQUAKES. TheyhelptheirScoutingbrothers in foreignlandsthroughthe (31)WORLD FRIENDSHIP FUND.

Scouts are good citizens. They always (32)DO THEIR BEST. They helpwith votingcampaigns,(33) CONSERVATIONPROJECTS, nationalevents, and do a dailygoodturn for theirfellow man.

Scoutingtrainsboysandyoungwomenin (34)CITIZENSHIP, (35) CHARACTER DE-VELOPMENT, and(36) PERSONAL FIT-NESS. TheScoutsoftodayaretheleadersoftomorrow. Be gladyou’re a Scout!

Applauses

Sealof apnrovalaDDlauseExtendarmsin front ofyou, crosshandsatwristsandclapseveraltimessaying“Ar, ar, ar,ar.”

PaoerbagaDplauseMake movementsto simulateopeningpaperbag,forming aneckandblowing it up. Thenpop it and yell, “Pop!”

Big handaDolauseEveryoneholdsup theirhandwith palm open.

ImaginaryapplausePretendyou areclappingbuthavehandsgo byeachotherinsteadof hitting.

Run-on

AstronautTestHaveeveryonestand. Ask themto do thefollowing tasks,“Closeeyes,standon oneleg,extendbotharmsandpointtheir first finger.”Pausefor amoment,and thensay,“Dark inhere,isn’t it!”

Magic trick

Oneto FiveThis is mind-readingmagic. You leavetheroomwhile thegroupchoosesa numberbe-tweenoneandfive. Whenyou return,yourpartnersits down in achairandyou standbehindhim. Placeyourhandson his forehead,strokeit afew timesandthenrestyourhandson his temples. “Concentrate!”you command.“Tell methenumbertheyhavechosen.”Yourpartnerstaresstraightahead,asif in a trance.Soonyou cansaythenumber.

Thetrick: Your partnerisn’t in a tranceat all.Whenyourhandsarerestingon his forehead,he biteswithoutchangingtheexpressionon hisface. You canfeel thebite on his temples.Thenumberofbiteswill be thenumberwhich thegrouphaschosen.


Program Pizazz

Riddles


Whatdo you get if you crossan elephantwith aBoy Scout? AN ELEPHANTTHAT HELPSOLD LADIES ACROSSTHE STREET.

How do you makegold soup?YOU STARTWITH FOURTEENCARROTS(CARATS).

Tonguetwisters

Cub Scoutscelebratesixty threeseasonsof

Scouting.

Bold bluebannersandbig blueballoons

brightenthebanquethall.

Knock,knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Thumping.Thumpingwho?Thumpinggreenandslimy is crawlingdownyourneck.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?TomSawyer.Tom Sawyerwho?Tom Sawyerunderwear.

Brain teaser

Unscramblethewordsto find out whateachpackagecontains.

ANSWERS:

Cub ScoutStuff

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Nature BSADen Blue & GoldHiking WolfPack SchoolNightSafe Learnto swimScholar Ceremony

Codes.Collections

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Program PizazzThru the Looking Glass

Crossword puzzle

Blue & Gold Traditions

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MARCH, 1994

WHEELS, WINGS AND RUDDERS

Audience.participation

TooMuchGoDivide theaudienceinto threegroupsandassigneachgrouponeofthefollowing capital-izedandBOLDED soundeffects.tobe givenon cue.

THINGAMAJIG: “Back andForth” (Movehandbackandforth).DO LIICKEY: “Up andDown” (Movehandup anddown).WHATCHAMACALLIT: “In andOut” (Cuponehandin a semi-circleand dip otherhandinandbackout).CONTRAPTION: All soundsat once.

Eversincethebeginningof time,menhavebeencompetingwith eachother,eachonetrying to invent somethingthatwill go farther,higheror longerthanany otherthing. ThereareTHINGAMAJIGS andthereareDOHICKEYS andevenWHATCHAMA-CALLITS. NobodyreallyknowswhateachoftheCONTRAPTIONSare supposedto do.For instance,a THINGAMAJIG could bealmostanything,andit probablywouldn’t evenhaveto haveamovingpartin it. Thesamegoesfor aDO HICKEY or aWHATCHA-MACALLIT. Whenevera manseesaCON-TRAPTION which hasa THINGAMAJIG, aDO HICKEY or a WHATCHAMACALLITon it, thenhis mind immediatelygoesto worktrying to invent somethingthatwill outdothatCONTRAPTION. Themanwhoreally foulsthisup is theonewho keepstrying to invent abetterTHINGAMAJIG, DO HICKEY andWHATCHAMACALLIT. For in theend,he’ll probablybe competingagainsthimself.OnesuchambitiousmancratedaCONTRAP-TION uponwhich therewasa THINGA-MAJIG anda DO HICKEY andaWHAT-

CHAMACALLIT. Well, afterwatchingitwork,he decidedthattheTHINGAMAJIGneededto go fasterandtheDO HICKEYneededto go higherandtheWHATCHAMA-CALLIT neededto go deeper,so he setaboutto correctit. However,in so doing,he com-pletelydestroyedthe wholeCONTRAPTION,for whenhe madetheTHINGAMAJIG gofaster,it hit theDO I-IICKEY which he hadmadego higher,which,in turn, shot right intotheWHATCHAMACALLIT asit dovedeeperandtheresultbeingthewholeCON-TRAPTION quit going, for eachparthadknockedtheotherpartout. So, in makingthingsgo in this world, let’s alwaysrememberthat somethingsarebetterleft as is, and,remember,wemusthavethestrengthto changethosethingswe can, theserenityto acceptthosewecan’tchangeandthewisdomto knowthedifference. If werememberthis, wewon’tbecomelike themanwho tried to bettertheCONTRAPTION and merely ended up withtheTHINGAMAJIG and the DO HICKEYandtheWHATCHAMCALL1T all workingagainsteachother. Then,wecanreallymakethingsgo!

Applauses

SkyrocketanplauseMake motion ofstriking amatchon yourpants,leanoverto light rocket. Make a“Sh-sh-sh-sh” sound,pointfrom thefloor to theair asifyouwerefollowing it with yourfinger. Claphandsandyell “Boom!” Spreadarmsout wideandsay“A-h-h-h-h” to indicatefalling sparks.

Motor cycle yellStompfoot asstartingmotorcycle,say,“Varoom,” havearmsoutlike hangingon tohandlebars.Twist righthandandsay,“Varoom, varroom.” Now actlike you aredriving thebike andsay,“AAAAAAaaaaaaAAAAAA.”



Run-ons

TheEcho-(fourpeople,pre-selected)Theprincipalcharactertells theaudiencethatthereis an echoin this room andhe willdemonstrate.With three“stooges”plantedinthecrowd,he hollers,“Hello” andthreeech-oes,in turns,shoutback,softly, “hello”. Thenhe calls,“How areyou?” andgetsthreean-swers. Then“Baloney!” andgetsthreean-swers. Onthefourth call, he says“Mister(insert~is a greatguy,” andthelastansweris 3“baloneys”.

It’s in the Ba~Personcomesinto room carryingan inflatedpaperbagwhich he holds tightly by thetop.Anotherpersonsays,“What areyou carryinginthatbag?” “Milk,” he replies. “You can’tcanymilk in abag!” Hesays,“A cow does!”

Magic trick

BalancingEggThis magicegg will standuprightwhenyouhold it on thestretchedpalm of your hand. Itwill balancein manyqueerways on any flatsurface.

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Wheredo Easterbunniesdance?AT THEBASKET BALL.

What did therabbitsdo whentheygotmarried?WENT ON THEIR BUNNYMOON.

What diseasedo racecarsget?VROOMATISM.

What is theworstmonthfor soldiers?A

LONG MARCH.

Tongue twisters

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Fivefat flies flunkedflying.

Sailboatssail silently into thesunset.

Knock, knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Statue.Statuewho?Statue?This is me!

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Wendy.Wendywho?Wendywind blow, thecradlewill rock.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Opera.Operawho?Opera-tunity. Don’t you know that opportunityneverknockstwice.

Knock,knock.Who’sthere?SamandJanet.SamandJanetwho?SamandJanetevening,you will meetastranger.


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SHAPEUP

Audienceparticipation

It’s All in Your MindDivide theaudienceinto threegroupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capital-izedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

JUMPING JACK: Standup, jump onceandsay“Boing-g-g.”RUNNING RALPH: Standup, run in placeand say“Zip-p-p.”COMPUTER CHARLIE: Standup, swingarmsbackandforth in robot fashionrepeating“Doescompute,doescompute.”

This is a story aboutthreeboyswhosenamesareJUMPINGJACK, RUNNING RALPHand COMPUTER CHARLIE. Thesethreeboyswereall friendsandtheystuckprettyclosetogetheraroundtheneighborhood.

JUMPINGJACK gothis nicknamebecauseeverywherehewenthe wasalwaysjumpingoverthings for no apparentreason.You wouldseetheboyswalldngalongthestreetwithJUMPINGJACK jumping overbenches,curbs,bushes,fencesandalmosteverythingthat wasn’ttoo high.

As you haveprobablyguessed,RUNNINGRALPH gothisnamebecausehe wasalwaysrunning. Maybeit wasbecausehis legswereshorterthanthoseof his two friends,whichmeanthe hadto run to keepup with them.

COMPUTER CHARLIE got his namebe-causehe wasavery intelligentboy andex-celledin mentalskills. EveryoneteasedCOM-PUTER CHARLIE becausehe wasn’tgood in

sportsandwasn’tasstrongashis friendsJUMPING JACK and RUNNING RALPH.Howeverthis didn’tmatterto thembecausethethreeboysweregreatfriendsandwentevery-wheretogether.

Oneday somethinghappenedto proveto alltheotherchildrenthat COMPUTERCHARLIE wasjustasvaluableto this worldasanyoneelseandthat havingstrongmusclesis no moreimportantthanbeing goodin mentalskills.

Thethreeboys,JUMPINGJACK, RUN-NING RALPH andCOMPUTER CHARLIEwereon theirwayto thestoreoneday whensuddenlytheysawthelocal bankbeing robbedand therobbermakinghis getaway.JUMP-ING JACK jumpedoverhedgesandfencestohurry to a neighbor’shouseto call thepolice.RUNNING RALPH wasright besidehim.But COMPUTER CHARLIE just stoodthere,watchingthewhole thing. Theswiftnessofthetwo boysbroughtthepolice runningto thesceneoftherobbery. Thepolicemenbeganaskingquestions.But JUMPING JACK andRUNNING RALPH couldtell themnothingabouttherobberybecausetheyhadbeentoobusyrunningto telephonethepolice. ButCOMPUTER CHARLIE beganrattling off along list of factsaboutthemodelandcolor ofthecar,the licensenumber,thedirectiontherobberwent andafull detaileddescriptionoftherobber. His mentalability wasa greathelpto thepolice.

After readingaboutit in the local newspaper,all thechildrenwere soproudof COMPUTERCHARLIE thattheyneveronceteasedhimagainabouthis mentalskills. Theycametorealize thattheCOMPUTER CHARLIES arejust asimportantin this world astheJUMP-ING JACKS andtheRUNNING RALPHSbecausewhentheyall pool their talentstheycan accomplishgreatthings.


Program Pizazz

RhythmicExercises(Ask thegroupto follow yourinstructions.)

Everyonestand. -Now, handson yourhips, handson yourknees,put thembehindyou, if you please.Touchyourshoulders,touch yournose,touchyourears,touch yourtoes.Raiseyourhands,high in theair,atyoursides,on yourhair.Aboveyourhead,asbefore,while you clap,one-two,three-four.Now, handsuponth~emptyspace(head),on yourshoulders,on yourface.Thenyou raisethemup sohigh,andmakeyourfingersquickly fly.Thenyou stretchthemouttowardme,andbriskly clapthem- one, two, three.

Applauses

StrongmananolausePretendto lift a heavy objectandsay“Uh, uh,uh, ahhhh.”

Magic tricks


YouHaveElevenFingersThis is a tricky trick! It mayactuallytakepeoplea little while to catchontoit. Tell themthatyou canprove that you haveelevenfin-gers. “You say I haveten?” You say,“Al-right, we’ll see.” Thenyou startcounting,beginningwith thethumb. “You sayten, soI’ll startthereandgo backwards.”Thenyoucount, “Ten, nine,eight, seven,six” whichofcourseis thecountfor thefingersofone hand.Thensay“All right, therewassix andI havefive fingerson theotherhand,sothat makesatotal of eleven.” Theymaywantto go throughit again. Finally someonediscoversthatyouhavetricked themalittle.

Riddles

Who wrote thebestseller,“KeepingFit?”LEAN BODY.

How far is it from March to June?A SHORTSPRING.

Fitnessai,nlpuseStandup, clapyourhandstwice,stompyoUrfeettwice. Heaveasigh of relief (whewwww)andtakeyour seat.

LawrenceFlintstoneapplause“A one andatwo anda yabba-dabba-do!”

Tongue twisters

Many mighty musclesmakemenmoremas-sive.

Weightlifting workswondersfor wimps.

Run-on Knock, knocks

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First personpretendsto pick up aringingtelephone.He says“You don’t say... youdon’t say... you don’t say.” (with moreempha-sis eachtime) Otherpersonsays,“Who wasthat?” First personreplies,“I don’t know. Hedidn’t say!”

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Cantaloupe.Cantaloupewho?Cantaloupetoday.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Lettuce.Lettucewho?Lettucetry tomorrow.



Brain teaser

WackyWordlesHerearesomeWACKY WORDLESto figure out!

ANSWERS;1. Brokenheart2. Sock in theeye3. Sandbox4. Flattire5. Ring aroundtherosie6. Long Ranger7. Life afterdeath8. Keepit underyourhat9. Brokenengagement

10. A misunderstandingbetweenfriends11. Theworm turns

12. Crookedlawyer

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MAY. 1994

BACK TO NATURE


A Lessonfor theBig BugsDivide the audienceinto five groupsandassigneachgroupone of thefollowing capitalizedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

BEES: Buzz-buzzFROG: Croak-croakMOSQUITOES: Bite-biteANTS: Munch-munchWOODS: All soundstogether

This is astory aboutBilly andhis family andtheir adventuresin theWOODS. Onefinespringday,Billy’s family decidedit wasagoodday for apicnic in theWOODSwheretheycouldenjoynature. Theypackeda nicelunch andleft on their outing.

As soonasthey arrivedat theirdestination,theypickedout anicespotto spreadtheirpicnic. Billy andhis brotherranoff to chaseaFROG. TheyheardsomeBEES gatheringnectarandwatchedsomeANTS busyat work.Theyeven swattedsomeMOSQUITOES andfelt right athomewith theirnaturefriends.

Whentheygotbackto thepicnic area,theybegantelling therestofthe family abouttheWOODS, theBEES,theANTS, theFROGSandeventheMOSQUITOES. Dadlistenedintently ashe openedanothersandwichandcarelesslythrew thewrapperon theground.Their sisterthrewherpop canundera bushandranoff to chasea FROG thathoppedby.Mom threw hernapkinon thegroundandjumpedup in disgust. “That doesit!” shesaid.TheANTS seemto havetakenoverourlunch.”

Dadstretchedoutforanapand hadjustabout

dozedoff whenhe heardsisterscream. Shehadbeenstungby a BEE. Mom took careofher, so Dadtriedagainto sleep. But this timethepeskyMOSQUITOES wouldnot leavehimalone. Finally he announcedtheywere allgoinghome.

Billy said, “Why do wehaveto leavenow?”Dadreplied, “Well, Billy-,it seemswearen’twantedby theWOODS. We surehaven’tbeentreatedvery well. TheMOSQUITOES areeatingmealive, theANTS took overourlunchandtheBEE stungyoursister.

Billy said,“It seemsto methat theWOODSandtheMOSQUITOES andtheANTS andtheBEESare trying to tell ussomething.”“What’s that?” askedDad. “Well,” saidBilly,“just look aroundhereandyou will seethat wehaven’tbeenvery nicevisitors in theWOODS.Look at all thetrashwe’ve thrownaround. Itseemsthat we’re the worstbugsof all —

litterbugs.”

So thefamily startedto cleanup themessandafterwardstheyall felt better. Theytook anicewalk throughtheWOODS listeningto thesounds.TheyactuallyenjoyedthebuzzingoftheBEES, thecroakingof theFROGS andtheyevenwatchedan armyof ANTS at work.

Whenthey returnedhome-theywere tired,buthappythat theyhad learnedan importantlessonthat day. Theworstkind ofbug is alitterbug! -



Bird WatchingDivide theaudienceinto two groupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capitalizedandBOLDED soundefferctsto be givenon cue.

CUB SCOUTS: “We’ll do our best.”BIRD or BIRDS: “Tweet, tweet.”

Let’s go watchsomeBIRDSThedenleadersaidone day.“Hooray,” saidall theCUB SCOUTS,Let’s be on ourway.So.all theCUB SCOUTS hurriedTo seeall theBIRDS thattheycould,Hoping to identify many,And to be ableto theyshould.Thefirst BIRD thattheysaw,TheCUB SCOUTSknewon sight,Forit wasnoneotherThanaprettyBobwhite.ThenaWoodpeckertheyheardAs he tappedupona tree,And thenthey lookedway up thereAnd him tappingtheycouldsee.A RobincameclosebyWheretheCUB SCOUTSwatchedin awe.FortheycouldnotbelieveSomanyBIRDS theysaw.Andastheylooked overheadAnd sawall thoseBIRDSin thesky,TheCUB SCOUTS weresothankfulforthem.But morethankfulthatcowsdon’t fly!

Applauses

RainstormaonlauseStartby gentlypattingkneesalternatelytosimulatelight rain. Increasethenoisebyrubbingpalmsof handstogetherthenclappingasstormreachesits height. With ahandsignal,haveeveryoneshout “BOOM,” to representthunder, graduallyclapping, to swishing, thenpattingkneesasthestorm subsides.

Lightning avplauseShakeyourfingerlike jaggedlightning andgo“ShhShh”on eachjaggedmovement.To addthunder,add a“BOOM” aftereveryfourlightningjags.

DiscomosquitoanolauseClapfaceandarms in a rhythmthat goes1, 2,3, 4 andend with adiscoposesaying, “Stayin”Alive, Stayin’ Alive.”

Mosouitoaoolause -With hand,slapyourselfon neck,armsandlegswhile saying“Oooh,aaah,aaah,OUCH!”

Run-ons

Lights Betterin HereFirst personwalksinto roomandgetsdownonhis handsandkneesasif looking for some-thing. Leaderasks,“Did you losesomething?”First personreplies, “Yes, I’ve lost my dollar.”Leaderthenasks,“Were did you loseit?” Firstpersonreplies,“Outside.” Leaderagainasks,“Why areyou looking forit in herethen?”First person,“Becausethelights arebetterinhere!

LooseRoneA personentersroompulling arope. Theleaderssays,“Why areyou pulling that rope?”Thepersonreplies,“Did you everytry pushingone?” TheStuntcan endthereor laterin themeetingthesamepersoncancomebackpush-ing aropeto delight theaudience.Justpushwire throughtheropeso it will be stiff andstraightandcanbe pushed.

Magic tricks

Magic HatPut threesmall piecesofcandyon atable.Covereachwith a hat. Lift thefirst hat,eatthecandyandput thehatbackwhere it was. Liftthesecondhatandthethird hat, eatthecandyandreplacethe hats. Now say: “You haveseen meeat the candy under the three hats. ButI canusemagicso that thecandyis underoneofthehats.“Which hatdo you choose?”

Thetrick: Havesomeoneselecta hat. Pick itup andput it on yourhead. Announce: “Youareright. Thecandyis underthehat,isn’t it?”



MoneyHasPowerHave someone hold a woodenpencil at bothendsandparallelto thefloor. After creasingadollar bill, announceto thegroupthat you willbreakthepencil in half with thedollar bill.Ask themto give you threechancesto do so.Haveyourindexfingerin thefold of thebill.In thefirst two attemptsuseonly thedollar bill,buton thethird, allow your finger to extendandhit thepencil with thefinger. Thepencilwill breakif held firmly.

Riddles

Whathaseyesbutcannotsee? A POTATO.

Whatfalls in winterbutnevergetshurt?SN~JW.

Whenis theseafriendliest? WHEN ITWAVES.

Tongue twisters

A big black bugbit abig brownbear.

Sevenslimy snakesslitheredslowly downtheslope.

Severalsavagesharksswamswiftly to shore.

search

TheSunShinesBrightWell, notalways. But you’ll havea sunnytimefinding all 33 of theweatherwordsin ourfairweathergrid.

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Knock, knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Cook.Cook who?Cuckooyourself. I didn’t comehereto beinsulted.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Candy.Candywho?Candycowjump overthe moon?

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Darren.Darrenwho?Darrenyoungmanon theflying trapeze.



Brain teaser

Showersto FlowersAbout this time of years,MotherNaturemakeshereannualtransitionfrom gloomto bloom. Canyou helpby tracingthepathfor herfrom theApril showersthroughthemazeof changeabledaystoMayflowers.



.JIJNE.1994

STRONG FOR AMERICA


TheLandof PlentyDivide theaudienceinto threegroupsandassigneachgroupone ofthe following capital-izedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue. -

WATER, RIVER: (any word havingto dowith nature) “Splash,splash.” (Cubs)CHIEF: “How, how.” (Webelos)FOOD: “Yum, yum.” (Parentsrub stomach)

In theIndian campby theRIVER, theSiouxcouncil CHIEFtalkedtogetherabouthowbadthehunthad beenlately. Oncetherehadbeenmanybears,beavers,birds anddeer,but therenowwaslittle game. It had beenmanydayssincetheirpeoplehadplenty ofFOOD to eatThecouncil fearedthattheirpeoplewould gohungrywhenthestormyweatherofwintercamewith RAIN andcold andSNOW.

Onemorninga strangepalefacerode into theIndiancamp. Hewasa missionaryby thenameofPe’re Marquette. Speakingin a loudvoice,this wisemantalked with theCHIEFandthecouncil. He said,“The Sioux peoplehavelived hereby theRIVER for a long time,but thetimehascometo move. Whereonceyou huntedmanytypesofgames,thereis nowvery little. Thebearis dead. Thebeaverisdead. Gonearethedeer. Yourpeoplearehungryand thetime of coldandSNOW iscoming. Hearme,Oh CHIEF of theSioux, forI canleadyou into avalley in themountains,fourdaysandfour nightsnorth of here,whereyou’ll find plenty of FOOD andshelterforyourpeople.

Havingheardpreviouslyofthis man,Pe’reMarquetteandknowing thattheyhadto do

somethingsoon,thecouncil andtheCHIEFagreedthattheywould follow him to thenewland. Thenextmorning,theentireIndiancamp,every man,woman,child andhorsebeganthejourney. Forfour daysandnightsthey journeyed north into the mountains. Atnoon ofthefifth day theysuddenlycameupona beautiful,wide valley, nestledamongthehigh mountainpeaks. In thecenterlay adeepblueLAKE with awide rolling meadowdivided by a small STREAM which ran downto theLAKE. It washerethat theCHIEF saidtheywould setup their campandbuild theircampfire.

Thevalley wastruly aplaceof abundantgameandshelterandthetribewassurethat thespiritof thesunandplenty of FOOD would smileuponthemforever. In a formalceremony,theymade Pe’re Marquette a member of the tribe,abrotherof theSioux. Speakingto Pe’reMarquettein a loud voicefor all his peopletohear,theCHIEF said,“Becauseyou haveledusto this newhome,-wehavedecidedto nameit afteryou, who arenow ourbrother. Fromthis day forward,this placeofplenty FOODshall be knownas Sioux Pe’reMarquette.

(Note: This story could be illustrated using theIndiansymbolsin theCub ScoutWolf book)



Soundof thePrairieDivide the audienceinto five groupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capitalizedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

TOM TOMS: “Boom, boom,boom,boom,boom,boom.”PRAIRIE WIND: “Whoosh,whoosh.”BUFFALO: “Tramp,tramp,tramp.”INDIANS: War whoops. -COYOTE: “Howling,’ like bayingatthemoon. -

Narrator:TheKansas/Missouriprairie hasbeenthesceneofmuchlife overtheyears. ThePRAIRIEWIND sweepingacrosstheplains,over thehills andthroughthevalleyshaswarmedandcooledmanycreaturessuchastheBUFFALO,theCOYOTES andofcourse,theplainsINDIANS. Thesoundof TOM TOMS wouldalsohe carnedon thePRAIRIEWIND.

Takeyourselfbacknow, to thedays-of yester-yearandthesoundsoftheprairie.

First imagineahilltop very nearto right here.Therea solitaryCOYOTE paidhomageto themoonandstars. Acrossthevalley on anotherhill, an INDIAN scoutwasobservingaherdofBUFFALO. Hesignaledtheirlocationto histribe with his TOM TOM andhopedthat thePRAIRIE WIND wouldcarryhis message.The INDIANS camequickly to thehuntandstampededtheBUFFALO. ThepoorCOY-OTE hadto run for his life. As weleave thefaintsoundofthePRAIRIE WIND, wecanjust hearthecelebrationof TOM TOMS.

Politician anDlausePatyourselfon thebackwith onehand.

ColumbusatmipusePut handsup like holdingatelescopeand shout“Land, ho!”

Run-on

CourtCase -A personenterstheroom with a briefcase,openingand shuttingit very fast.Theleadersays,“What do you think you aredoing?”Thepersonreplies,“I’m going to court.” Theleaderthensays,“Ok, butwhat areyou doingwiththat case?”Thepersonreplies,“It’s an openandshutcase!”

Later on in thepackmeetingthesamepersoncomebackin with thebriefcaseandstandsupon a chair. Theleadersays,“Now whatareyou doing?”Thepersonreplies,“I’m takingmy caseto a highercourt!”

Riddles

Wheredo frogsfly flags?ON TADPOLES.

Whatdo you getwhenyou crossa zebrawith

an apeman? TARZAN STRIPESFOREVER.

WherewastheDeclarationofIndependence

signed?AT THE BOTFOM.

Tongue Twisters

Flagsflying for freedomfrom fifty flagpoles.

Magnificentmonumentsmoments.

markmanymarvelous

Mighty mountainsmakemorningmistmeager.

Applauses

PaulRevereapplausePretendto be riding ahorse,whilemovingupanddownsaying,“The British arecoming, theBritish arecoming”.

Knock, knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Ears.Earswho?Earslooking atyou.


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Duluth Wichita 6. ValleyForge.Flint Ypsilanti 7. OnenationunderGod.

8. Lincoln’sGettysbergaddress.9. Equaljusticeunderthe law.10. HouseofRepresentatives.


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Knock,knock.Who’s there?Europe.Europewho?Europeto no good.

Word search

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Program Pizazz

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8 letterspilgrims

9 lettersdemocracymountains

10 lettersastronautsgovernment

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.JULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEERS


Little Wolf and CrazyBearDivide theaudienceinto fourgroupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capital-ized andBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

LITTLE WOLF: Givea Wolf howl.CRAZY BEAR: Give a Beargrowl.COWBOYS: “Yippeeeee.”BUFFALO: “Hides.”

NowLITTLE WOLF andCRAZY BEAR werefrom a tribe of AmericanIndianswho got theirfoodhuntingBUFFALO.Theyroamedtheplains,alwayson thelook-outforBUFFALO. But sincethe COWBOYS had come to their land, theBUFFALOSwerescarce.LITTLE WOLF andCRAZY BEAR had a hard time finding anyBUFFALO to feedtheirpeople.But theydidn’thaveany troubleat all finding COWBOYS. Infact, theyhadto hidequiteoften so theCOW-BOYS wouldn’t shootthem. Up and down theplains LITTLE WOLF and CRAZY BEARroamedsearchingOut theBUFFALO andhidingfrom theCOWBOYS.

Oneday LITTLE WOLF sawsomethingmovingthrough thebrushandhe calledtoCRAZY BEAR. “Hey, CRAZY BEAR, whatis that?” “I don’t know LITTLE WOLF,”repliedCRAZY BEAR, “but it looks like itmight be goodto eat.” LITTLE WOLFlaughedandsaid, “I think it belongsto theCOWBOYS.” “Well, I know it’s nota BUF-FALO,” repliedCRAZY BEAR. So LITTLEWOLF, atrueIndianhunter,pulled backhisbow andthearrowwent straightto themysteri-ous animal.CRAZY BEAR thenwent to workskinningandpreparingit to takebackto thetribe. -

After all this work, thetwo Indianhunterswerehungry,so theybuilt a fire andcookedsomeofthemeat.“This tastestoo goodto be BUF-FALO,” saidLITTLE WOLF. “Yea,” saidCRAZY BEAR. “ThoseCOWBOYS sureraisegoodmeat. I wonderwhy theykill ourBUFFALO?”

WhenLITTLE WOLF and CRAZY BEARtookthemeatback to thetribe,all the womenwantedmoreof thismeat.SO thehunterssetout to find theCOWBOYS andfind out whatthis strangeanimalwas.WhenLITTLEWOLF andCRAZY BEAR cameon theCoWBOY’S camp,it wasearlyin themorn-ing. TheCOWBOYS werestill asleep.LITTLE WOLF andCRAZY BEAR sawoneofthoseanimalssitting way out from thecamp,so theydecidedto kill it anddrag it away. Astheyweredraggingit away,two of theCOW-BOYS wokeup. “Hey Buffalo Bill, did you seethat?” askedoneof theCOWBOYS. “Suredid!” wasthereply. “I seesomeonefinally gotSitting Bull.”

Applauses

CoyoteapplauseStart“yip, yip, yip” like acoyote,and endingwith “Yippee!”

Tonto yellAsk “WheredoesTontotakehis garbage?”andhavetheCubsyell in reply, “To dedump,to dedump,dump,dump” andto rhythmofrunninghorsesand in asing-songmannerwhile clap-pingtheir handson theirthighs.

Six shooterapplausePointfinger in theair andyell, “Bang, bang,bang,”thenblow smokefrom thegun.

Whip applausePretendto snapawhip and yell, “Ywaw,ywaw.” -

Run-ons - -

It’s All AroundMeFirstpersonruns into theroom yelling, “It’s allaroundme! It’s all aroundme!” Someoneasks,“What’s all aroundyou?” First personreplies,“My belt!”

gettingfaster


Program Pizazz

Magic trick - - Knock,knock.


Who’s there?FloatingEgg -Measure1/2cup saltinto adish andsetitaside.Tell theaudiencethat it’s - ‘inner tube’powderwhich will makean eggfloat. Half fillaglasswith water.Placean egg in it. It sinks.Takeout theeggandstir the ‘inner tube’powderinto theglass.Placetheeggin it againandit will float.

Riddles

How canyou stopabull from charging?TAKE AWAY HIS CREDIT CARD.

Whattime of yearis it whenan Indian triestocatcharide? INDIAN THUMBER.

Why doesan Indianchiefwearafeatherheaddress?TO KEEPHIS WIG-WAM.

Tonguetwisters

Twelvetall trapperstook theirtraps to thetradingpost.

IngeniousIndiansinventedindooriguanaincubators.

Palefacedpioneerspaddlepasttwo Pawnee.

Knock,knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Diesel.Dieselwho?Diesel teachmeto go aroundknockingondoors.

Knock, knock.Who’s there?Hanna.Hannawho?Hannapartridgein a peartree.

Demith.Demtri who?Demtri is wheretheprimerib grows.

Knock,knock.Who’sthere?Dozen.Dozenwho?Dozenanyoneanswerthedoor.

Word search

An Old PrairieSchool

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Heat TeacherHelp TestLearn WoodLesson WorkOne-room WritePioneers

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CoalColdDeskFigureGroup

ReadSchoolSlateSodStove


Program PizazzThru the Looking Glass

Brain teaser

DoublebedI understandyou

CheckupLevel headed

PaleFaceSix of one,half

UpsidedownMuchadoaboutnothing

a dozenofanotherA seaserpentAngel fish

A maskedballBonedry

A light showerInbetweentimes

A stitch in time



AUGUST. 1994

WATER FUN


Fisherman’sLuck -

Divide theaudienceinto threegroupsandassigneachgroupone of thefollowing capital-izedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

FISHERMAN: “Greatday for fishing.”FISH: “Bubble,bubble.”WORM: “Wiggle, wiggle.”REEL: Everyonepantominereelingin afish.

OncetherewasaFISHERMAN who wentfishing on a sunnyday in July. He washopingto catcha big FISH. Hefoundanicespotonthebankofthe river.

TheFISHERMANput theREEL on his rod,anda WORM from a canon his hookandstartedto FISH. He patientlywaitedandwaited, butno FISH cameto eattheWORMon his hook. TheFISHERMAN decidedtoleavehis hook in thewaterandpropup his rodwith a stick andtakeawalk. Whenhe cameback, therodwasbendingoverandhe wassurehe had caughta big FISH.

TheFISHERMAN woundin theREEL andhe foundonly astick on his hook but theWORM asgone.So theFISHERMAN putanotherWORM from thecanon thehook andleft his rodproppedup on astick again.Thistime whenhe cameback, theFISHERMANfoundtherodwasbent over againandhe wassurehe hadcaughtabig FISH. But whenhewoundin the REEL,he founda tin can on hishook andthe WORM wasgone.

TheFISHERMANput anotherWORM on hishook,proppeduptherodon astickandclosedhiseyesandwent to sleep.Hedreamedof abig, bigFISH ... hundreds of FISH, jumping Out of theriver. Whenheawoke,his rodwasbendingoveragain,but he saidto himself, “It’s probablyjustanother stickor tin can.”But whenhe woundintheREEL,therewasabeautifulbigFISH onthehook. Justwhat theFISHERMAN wanted!

Gatheringof theNutsSelectacastto enactthefollowing dramaticroles. Readtheplay, allowing time for eachcharacterto play his part.

ORCHESTRA:HORNS: “Toot, toot.”DRUMS: “Boom, boom.”CYMBALS: “Clang, clang.”

CURTAINS: Two peoplestandtogether,thenpartMOON: Get up. -TREES: Wavearms.SUN: Sit down.WOLF: Howl at themoon.

TheORCHESTRA playsandtheCUR-TAINS part. TheTREES wavein thebreeze.The SUN sets. TheMOON rises. And aWOLF entershowling. Did you everseesucha gatheringofnuts?

Applauses

Deeoseadiver a~~lpuse“Blurb, blurb, blurb”.

Fishyell“How long” (Build up volumeon HOW whilespreadinghandsfartherapart; on LONG,suddenlybringhandsto about6 or7 inchesfrom eachother.)

Rainbirdsprinklerapplause- With pointerfinger on thesideof yournose,

slowly turn headfrom right to left whilemak-ing a“ch, ch, ch” sound.Thenmovetheheadquickly from left to right making“raspberry”sound.

WatermelonapplauseMake motionsof cuttinga sliceofwatermelon.Pickup slice.Wheneveryoneis ready,takeseveralquick bites,turn headandgive “rasp-berry” soundof spitting out seeds.

Run-on

LostDogCub 1: (unhappywith a sadlook on his face)Ilostmy dog.Cub 2: That’s too bad.Why don’t you put anad in thepaper?Cub 1: Dummy,my dogcan’tread!



Magic trick

MysteriousIce CubeYoucan’t sawawomanin halfbutyou cando asimilar trick with an ice cube. Balancea rulerbetweentwo tall cans. Putanicecubeon it. Twistan endofa longpieceofwirearoundan unopenedsoup canorotherheavy object.Runthewire overthe iceandfastentheotherendto thecanso thatit’s suspended.Soonthewire will passthroughtheicecubebut thecubewon’t be in two pieces.Hasit beensplit in half? Is it still in onepiece?

Riddles

Whatis full ofholesbutholdswater?ASPONGE.

Did you hearaboutthefrog thatparkedhis carillegally? IT GOT TOAD AWAY.

Whatis a flood? A RIVER THAT’S TOO

BIG FOR ITS BRIDGES(britches).

Tonguetwisters -

Water gamesarewet, wild andwonderful.

Sevenswimmersswim slowly southwardto thesea.

Six sailboatsslid slowly into thesunset.

Knock,knocks

Knock, knock.Who’s there?Rhoda.Rhoda who? -

~‘ Row, row, Rhodaboat.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Deanna.Deanna who?

Deanna-mals arerestless—opende cage.

PowWow 1993

teaser

Heart OfAmerica Council

Program Pizazz

Crosswordpuzzle

Water Fun


3 letterssea

4 lettersboatfishlakepondpoolsailsurf

5 lettersbeachcanoeoceannverslide

7 letterspontoonrowboat

8 letterssailboatwaterski

9 letterswater polo

10 letterspaddleboat



SEPTEMBER. 1994

EXPLORE YOUR NEIGHBORhOOD


A Dayat theBall GameDivide theaudienceinto four groupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capital-izedandBOLDED soundeffectsto be givenon cue.

JOHNNY: “Cheer,cheer.”DEN LEADER: “Happy, happy.”UMPIRE: “Ye’re Out!”MICKEY: “Our hero!”

Onefine day JOHNNY’s DEN LEADERdecidedto takethedento aball game.JOHNNYwasexcitedbecausehis idolMICKEY wasplayingthat day.TheDENLEADER andsomeof theparentsloadedalltheCubsinto theircarsandheadedfor theballpark.On thewayto thegame,theDENLEADER pointed to amanin anothercarandasked, “Why would apersonput on suchadark Suit on suchawarm day?”JOhNNYlookedatthemanandexclaimed,“He’s anUMPIRE. I wonderif he is goingto thegame?”Sureenough,whenMICKEY andtheotherplayersran onto thefield, out strolled thesameUMPIRE thatJOHNNY andhis DENLEADER sawon theway to thegame.WhenMICKEY ranout to his fielder’sposition,JOHNNY and all thecrowdcheeredfor theyknewMICKEY wasa greatplayer.TheUMPIRE called“Play ball.” Everyonewasontheedgeof their seatsasthepitchertook hissign, woundup anddeliveredthefirst pitch.“Crack” wentthebatandalong fly ball washeadingtowardMICKEY. BackMICKEYran,nearerandnearerto thefence,until he wasright up againstit. At the lastmomenthe madea greatleapinto theair andtheball thuddedinto MICKEY’S glove.JOHNNY,his DENLEADER andeveryonecheeredas theUM-PIRE signaled,“He’s Out!” Thepitcherthenstruckout thenexttwo batterswith theUl%I-PIRE calling thestrikesrealloud. Now it was

MICKEY’s team’sturn to bat.JOHNNY,washopingMICKEY would hit a homerun.Firstmanup, “crack,” a single.Thenextbatteralsosingledandnow to batcameMICKEY.JOHNNY,his DEN LEADER andeveryonewascheeringandhollering for MICKEY to hita goodone.“Strike one,” calledtheUMPIREandJOLINNYs adams apple came up into histhroat. “Striketwo,” calledtheUMPIRE andJOHNNY’sheartsank.Thepitchertookhissign, checkedtherunners,woundup anddelivered.“Crack” went thebatandJOHNNYknew MICKEY had hit a long one.Back, backwentthefielder, clearto thewall. He leapedbut theball hit thewall abovehim. MICKEYwaschurninghis wheelsaroundfirst, aroundsecondandheadingfor third. In cametheballandMICKEY hit thedirt. “Safe,” yelled theUMPIRE. JOHNNY, his DEN LEADER andeveryonecheered.JOHNNY washappybecausealthoughhis idol MICKEY hadnothit ahomerun,he hadhit a triple. And that isascloseasany idol cancometo whatis ex-pectedof him. Therefore,JOHNNY,his DENLEADER andeveryonewenthomehappy.

Applauses

PizzaapplauseFlip apizzain theair while saying,“Mama,mia!”

PopcornaonlauseWith onehandclosed,coverwith theotherhand.Let theclosedhand“grow” from undertheotherhand,thenspringthefingersopen.Do thiswhile saying,“Pop, pop, pop,” slowlyat first andspeedingup ashand“grows.”

OuarternounderapplauseReachdeepinto yourpocketandpull outa“quarter.”Putit in thepalm of yourhandandpound it with thefist of yourotherhand.

Bubble~umapnlause-Chewyourguma few times,blow aBIGbubble,clapyourhandsloud onceand peelthegumoff yourface.



Run on

It’s All OverYour BackFirst personrunsinto theroomyelling “It’s alloveryourback! It’s all overyourback!” Hethenpoints to the leaderandgasps.The leaderhystericallysays,“What’s all overmy back?”First personreplies“Your shirt!”

Magic trick

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Norma Lee.NormaLeewho? -

NormaLeeI don’t go knocking on doors,butIhavethiswonderful setofencyclopedias.

Whatdo you getwhenyou crossahike with alittle gossip? A WALKIE TALKIE.

Whatwasaturtle doing on 1-70? ABOUTFOUR MILES AN HOUR.

Whatmakesa forestnoisy? THE BARK OF

THE TREES.

Tonguetwisters

Meterreadersreadmetersin themorning.

Ourneighborsneedninenewnightlights.

Loadsof leavesleavetreesin thebreeze.

Knock,knocks

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Noah.Noahwho?NoahbodyknowthetroubleI’ve seen.

Word search

At theVegetableStand

WordsareAcross,up or down,forward,backwardor diagonal.

OTAMOTUHIMPELEMDYROPEACIMELONOAYRELECAAHSAUQSCCABBAGEOIRKNMTOSQUAMLPNTURNIPVLOTAWUNITALIMNAPPNILYCELETLROPGGUAUHNULTNOKIAOUNTORRACOCCPNPCPBKOLFPMNECDOAUHELONOEPLMOKRYRREBEULBPEARAAATMTRCOIPNAABYNRILLTRNASHERAJGLOCCBIYTNALPGGE

LimeMangoMelonOkraOnionOrangePapayaPeachPearPeasPTurnPotatoSquashTomatoTurnip

SlipperyTrickeryTheaudiencemaythink it’s impossibleto liftan icecubefrom a glassofwaterwith athread.Theycantry it, butof courseit won’t work.You havemagicpowderthatwill do thetrick.Resta loop of threadon theice,sprinklesaltonit andlift thethread,cubeand all. As soonastheice you melted-with thesalt freezesagain,it will freezethethreadto thecube.

Riddles

AppleArtichokeAvocadoBeetBlueberryBroccoliCabbageCarrotCeleryCherryCornCucunterEggplantGrapefruitKaleLemon



Brain teaser

Program Pizazz

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Sleeping bagA squaremealLunchbreakShellfish

UndercoveragentPeterpanEyeglassesHigh jump

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OCTOBER. 1994 Applauses

ACHIEVEMENT PARADE


Advancementin RankDivide theaudienceinto six groupsandassigneachgroupone ofthefollowing capitalizedsoundeffectsto be givenon cue.

WOLVES: “Ahooooo.” -BEARS: “GImT.”WEBELOS: “Let’s go camping.”LEADERS: “Let’s go boys.” -PARENTS: “I’ll help.”THE PACK THAT ADVANCEMENTBUILT: “Congratulations,boys.” -

Onceuponatime, therewasaCubpack.Not alargepack,in fact,notevena small pack.Justamedium-sized pack.TherewereWOLVESandBEARS and WEBELOS. But theystayedWOLVES and BEARS and WEBELOS. Andthat’swhy thepackstayedamedium-sizedpack.

Oneevening,all theLEADERSgot togetheratthemonthly packLEADERS meeting to figureoutwhy theirpackstayedmedium-sized.OnedenLEADER thoughtit wasthePARENTSfault. OnedenLEADER thoughtit wastheboysfault. OnedenLEADER didn’t knowwhosefault it was!

But oneden LEADER thoughtthatthereasontheirpackstayedmedium-sizedwasadvance-ment! Theyhadno advancement!Soall theLEADERS put their headstogetherandbeganto promoteadvancement.Soon,theywerebecomingTHE PACK THAT ADVANCE-MENT BUILT.

TheirWOLVES became BEARS andtheirBEARS becameWEBELOS andtheirWEBELOS advancedto Scouting.SoontheLEADERS werehappy,thePARENTSwerehappyandtheboyswereespeciallyhappy.Theygrewfrom a medium-sizedpackto alarger, stronger pack. And with theLEADERShelp, andPARENTS help,theWOLVES andBEARS andWEBELOS help,theyreallywerethePACK THAT ADVANCEMENTBUILT! -

Fanfare applauseRaisehandslike an orchestraleader.Lowerhandsandsay,“Ta-da!” threetimes.

Jolly GreenGiantapplauseSay,“Ho! Ho! Ho!” in deepvoice.

Nail poundingapplauseStartwith a nail, drive it with hammer,hit youthumbandsay,“Ouch!” -

Nutty annlause“Cashew,cashew,cashew.”

OscarMayerapplause“Hot dog~”

Run ons

YesterdaystuntCub 1: What’s thedate?Cub 2: I don’t know.Cub 1: Look atthenewspaper.Cub 2: No good.That’syesterday’spaper.

CasestuntBoy: (Comeson stagecarryinga woodencase)Leader: What areyou doing now?Boy: I’m taking my caseto court. (Returnsonestagelater in the program.This time he’scarryingthecaseon top of his head.)Leader: What areyou doing now?Boy: I’m taking my caseto a highercourt.

Magic trick

TheExpandingHoleIn thecenterofa pieceofpaper,cuta roundhole,aboutthesizeof a dime. Give this paperandaquarterto someoneand ask if he canpassthequarterthroughtheholewithout tearing thepa-per. Whentheyfail, takethepaperback,fold itinhalf sothefold bisectsthehole,Havesomeoneslip the quarterin betweenthe folds. Hold theextremeendsofthepaperwherethefold is.Raisethem upwardand toward eachother.Shakethepapergentlyandthequarterwill slip throughthehole.



Riddles

Whatis aghost’sfavoritejewel?A TOMB-STONE. -

What do ghostseatfor breakfast?DREADED(shredded)WHEAT.

What do ghostsput on hot turkeysandwiches?GRAVE-Y.

Tonguetwisters

Bearsbeambrightly asbadgesbecometheirs.

Wolveswonderwhichway to wearawolfbadge.

WiseWebeloswishfor warm weather.

Knock,knocks

Knock, knock.Who’s there?Anatomy.Anatomywho?Oh, bring backmy anatomy.

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Alapaca.Alapacawho?Alapacathetrunk, you pack-athesuitcase.

Brain teaser

Aptitude test

7. Why doesa henlayeggs?8. An agricultureschoolhad 17 sheep;all

but ninedied. How manyareleft?9~If it takesthreeminutesto boil an egg,

how manyminutesdoesit taketo boilthreeeggs?

10. Why areplaying cards-like wolves?

Answers: -

I. Yes.2. If he hasawidow he is no positiontomarryanyone.3. All of them.4. Oneeveryyear.5. Half way, from there on he is runningout. 6. A yard stick. 7. If shedroppedthemtheywould break.8. Nine wereleft. 9. Threeminutes,boil themall together.10. Theybothcomein packs.

Word search

Achievementsin Communications

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1. Do theyhavea4th of July in Spain? Achievements Denner2. Is it legal, in Florida,for amanto marry Akela Electives

his widow’s Sister? Award Motto3. Somemonthshave30 days,some31. BadenPowell Promise

How manyhave28? - Bear Salute4. How manybirthdaysdoestheaverage Bobcat Scouts

automechanichave? Camp Sign5. How far cana dogrun into thewoods? Cub Trips6. Whathasonefoot on eachside andone Cubmaster Webelos

foot in themiddle? Den Wolf


Program Pizazz

Crossword puzzle


3 letterslunGod

4 lettersBearrank

- sellWolf

5 lettersbadge

6 lettersBobcatfamily

7 lettersCOUflL~~Wchclos

8 lettersCetefliOflylearning

9 letterselectives

10 lettersarrowpoint

12 lettersArrow of Light

AchievementParade



NOVEMBER. 1994

HARBORS,STATIONS AND AIRPORTS


OscarandHis DreamTriDHereis a storythatwill keepthe interestofyouraudiencebecausetheytakepart in it andtheresultsare funny.Write thefollowingwords andphraseson cards(oneto a card)anddistributethecardsto theaudience.As youreadthe story andcometo a blank, eachmem-ber in turn readshis cardaloud.

Oscarfollowed thelittle creekto whereitpassedby thestonewall and s-andcliffs. Thespringair wasfull of— andthegentlewhis-perofthewind. Hewasgettingtired from sucha long walk andsatdownto reston a —. Itwasthenthathe noticedayellow doorin theside of asandycliff.

“This is very strange,”Oscarthought. “I’vebeenhereoftenandhavenevernoticedthatdoorbefore.”He gotup with trueCubScoutcuriosity andwent to thedoor.Hewassur-prisedto find thatit openedeasily.Insidehewassurprisedto seea huge— anda — —.

Justthena__jumpedoutat him and said,“Will you stayfor dinner?”A — told Oscartoshutthedoorwhile a staredfearfully athim with big eyes.At thesoundof thedoorclosing,a — gotup andran aroundin circlesat Oscar’sfeet.

Oscarsatdown atthetable.He satbesidea—

which wasalwayspokinga— with a —.

Thena— broughtin abig silver platteronwhich Oscarsawa scrumptious-looking—.

Everyonebeganto eat.Whenthewaiterbroughtin abig bowl of fried —, Oscardecidedhe really wasn’thungry.

Heexcusedhimselfand nearlytrippedover aashe left thetable.Hesawa — which he

thoughtwould makea nicepet,buthe knowhis mother-wouldn’tlet him keepit. Oscaralsosawa— whichwe would haveliked to takehometo put in his room. But whenhe wenttopick it up, a — slapppedhim on thehandand

- told him to leaveit alone. -

Oscarthoghtthat someof thethingsin thishousewerevery rude,especiallya— whichkept interruptingwheneveryoneelsewastalking. With a loud noise,a camerunningthroughthedoor,followed by a— and a—.

ThatwaswhenOscarknewit wastime toleave. - -

As he tried to get to thedoor,a — caughthimaroundtheneckandheldon tightly. Oscargotawayandrushedout thedoorvery frightened.He tookonelast look at a— which wasrightbehindhim. Breathlesslyhe bangedthedoorshutandran.Hesatdownto catchhis breath.Whenhe nextlookedatthecliff he sawthatthedoorwasgoneandhe felt verysleepy.

.Light bulb•Babychick•Pink mouse•Cakeof soap•Bunchof bananas•Harmonica•Golf club

•Bottleof ink.Bicycle

•Sourpickle•Black snake•Elephant•Glassofmilk•Broom•Coffeepot•Pillow -

•Rubberband•Motorcycle



A FrontierThanksgivingDivide theaudienceinto sevengroupsandassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capital-izedsoundeffectsto be given on cue.

SETTLER: “DaveyCrockett.”GUN: “Bang, bang.”DOG: “Man’s bestfriend.”TURKEY: “Yum, yum.” -CABIN: “Shut thedoor!” -FRONTIER:“Way outwest!”INDIAN: “Geronimo!” - -

THANKSGIVING: Everyonepatstummy.

EarlyoneTHANKSGIVING morning,manyyearsagoon theold FRONTIER,aSET-TLER stoodbeforehis lonely CABIN with histrusty GUN andfaithful DOG readyto hunttheTURKEY he neededfor dinner,hOpingnoINDIANS wouldspoil his feast.Whistling tohis DOG, theSETTLER shoulderedhis GUNandstarteddowntheforesttrail. Meantime,theINDIAN, alsowith a DOG, camedowntheforesttrail from theotherdirection.Justat thatmomentafat TURKEY flew betweenthem.Out flew an arrow,off went theGUN, downfell theTURKEY,-in boundedtheDOGS, uprushed theINDIAN and theSETTLER. “It’smine,” claimedtheSETTLER. “Ugh - himmine,” saidtheINDIAN. “Gr IT,” snarledtheDOGS. Thenoiseof theargumentshooktheCABIN and awokethewholeFRONTIER.But theTURKEY, which wasonly stunned,took off unsteadilyandflew in theopendoorof theCABIN, whereit waspromptly capturedby theINDIAN andtheSETTLER andtheDOGS. And thus,THANKSGIVING cametoa lonelyCABIN on theold FRONTIER.

Applauses

Turkey aoolause -Say,“Gobble,gobble,gobble”,thenrub yourstomachsaying,“Yum, yum.”

Sonicboom applauseOpenmouthandclaphandssilently, wait acoupleofsecondsandyell “BOOM”!

Ramaonlause -Lower headasramandyell ‘~HARRRRGE!”

ons

TurkeySuspenseCub 1: How do you keepaturkey in suspense?Cub 2: I don’t know, how?Cub 1: I’ll tell you tomorrow!

Stick stuntBoy: (Comeson stagewith stickin his hand.He puts thepoint ofthestickdownon thefloor, pick it up, putsit down in anotherplace.)Leader: Whatareyou doing? -

Boy: Oh, I’m just sticking around.

Magic tricks -

MagicKnotCrossarmsasillustrated. Pick up endsofrope.Hold ropetightly andcompleteunderhandknotby uncrossingarms. -

HandkerchiefTrick

Usethreehanderchiefs(orscarves),two of onecolor andoneof anothercolor. Tie thetwocoloredones,that arethesame,together.Nowtie theoneof adifferentcolorto one oftheothercolor. Ask someoneto put thesinglecoloredonebetweenthetwo of thesamecolorwithoutuntying anyknot.

(Solution:Tie athird knot, makingacircle ofthehandkerchiefs.No knothasbeenuntied,butthesingle colorhandkerchiefis betweenthetwo of thesamecolor.)


Program Pizazz

Whatgoes“mooz’? A JET FLYING BACK-WARD. - -

Whenareboatsloving? WHEN THEY HUGTHE SHORE.Whatdid thecarsayto theoil can? CURSES!

OILED AGAIN!

Tonguetwisters

Train trackstaketediousturns throughtunnels.

Big bluebussesbrirtg bouncingboysbackfromBoise.

Sevenshipsslid slowly out to sea.

Knock,knocks

Knock, knock.Who’s there?Alda.Alda who?Alda time you knewwho it was.

Knock,knock.Who’sthere?Archie.Archie who?You catchingcold?

Knock,knock.Who’s there?Arthur.Arthurwho?Arthur anymoreat homelike you?

Knock, knock.Who’sthere?Bolivia.Bolivia who?Bolivia me,I knowwhat I’ma talking about.

Brain teasers

-toes=_____

Paste-step=

Peach- heap= ______

Grain-nng=

Store- rose= ______

Field - fled =

Spoil - lips = ______

Grand- drag= ______

Answer: Vacation.

Word search

In the Sky

F I SASELKRDITRAGETAHDASTQBTN SNEIMNRNOUOG KSIAEE OMSH SU STLAL

AircraftAir showAsteroidsBalloons


Riddles

TE L LITE SEB0 F- U B R E D I L GYFACLMRUBOS D B F I IU 0-I I C C I A G CCCRVJRNAIEM L E G I B R SG ES R H A I P

KTOLSDUOLCEWPDLMOONEENALPASNOW

GliderJetsKitesLightening

Birds Moon

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Subtractall the lettersof thesecondword fromthefirst word. Thenwrite theremainingletterin theblankprovided.Whenyou havefinished,readtheleftoverlettersdownwardto findsomethingmoststudentslook forward tO.Example:Zebra- bear= Z.

BlimpClouds -CometDirigibleEclipseFalling starFireworks

PlanesRainSatellitesSmokeSky diversSnowThesun



Crosswordpuzzle

Harbors.Stationsand Airports

4 lettersboat

- buoydockjetspiership

5 lettersjettypilottrainwharfyacht

6 letterslockerrunway

7 letterscaptainluggagetrolley

8 lettersairplaneengmeersailboattenninal

10 lettersbreakwaterhelicopter

3 lettersbus



STORY TELLING

BadenPowell oncesaid: ‘The Cubmastercancommandraptattentionat any time by tellinghis Cubsastory andthroughit canconveythelessonshe wants. It is thegilding of thepillwhich neverfails if theteller is any goodatall.’ -

Telling astory is, indeed,giving a gift. Story-telling is olderthanhistoryandflows from adeepdesireto share. It encouragestheartoflistening andis an individual-art. Hearingstoriestold give childrenpracticein visualiza-tion.

THEREARE FOUR KINDS OF STORIES

Adventure-Theseare afast-movingplot, aromanticbackground,unexpectedthingshappen. Boys(and adults)arenaturally “hero~worshippers’.

Instructive-Theseteachimportantthingssuchasskills, natureorsafety.

Good Fun-Thesecall for laughter,jokes. Theyarehappinessand goodfortune. A laughstoryportayingamistakecanalsobe instructive.

Inspirational-Theseare serious,with amoral,suchastheCub ScoutPromise,Law of thePack,religious,aboutothercountries,etc.

RULES FOR TELLING YARNS -

1. You mustbelievein yourstory.2. Paintyourpicturewith words.3. Don’t hurry, exceptatappropriatespotsto

helpcreateexcitement.4. Vary thetoneof yourvoiceto fit thepoints

of thestory.5. Seetheactionin yourmind’s eye.6. Make sureeveryoneis comfortablebefore

you begin.

THE FIVE WS OF STORYTELLING

Who?Who is astoryteller?EVERYONE!

Who:Needto haveown style.•Chosestoryto:

-fit theaudience-thenumberofpeople-theamountof time

What?Whattypeof stories?ANY KIND!

What:Fit theoccasion.

•Action andmustmove.•From any source(Indian, life, etc.)•Different types:

-puppets-motion-groupparticipation

Where?Where can storiesbe used? ANY WHERE!

Where:• Must considersetting:

-indooror outdoor --largeorsmallroom-sizeof audience.

Must be adaptable:-lengthenor shorten.

•Everyoneneedsto seeandhear.

Why?Why should storiesbe told? BECAUSE!

Why:•Set themood•EntertainMake apoint (moralto the story)

•Achievementfor BearandWebelos



When?Whenshouldyou tell astory? ANYTIME!

When:•At meetings(den,pack,campfires,etc.)Smallgroups

•Programs•One-on-one

DoN’T USETHESE TYPES OF STORIES

As theFATHER, themotherandthe CubScoutwereriding homein theCAR anamazingthing happened!TheTURKEY,although its head had been removed by theFARMER,began to speak! “Please don’t eatmefor Thanksgiving,’ the TURKEY pleaded.“I will makeafine petfor you,” he told theCub Scout. TheFATHER, themotherandtheCub Scouttalkedaboutthis astoundingrequestas theyrode homein theCAR.

•Ghoststories•Monsters•DerangedScoutleaders•Any story withoutan ending

And so it happenedthat theTURKEYjoinedtheFATHER, themotherandtheCub ScoutintheirThanksgivingdinnerofhamburgersandfrenchfries.

Thanksgiving Pet

Divide theaudiencein four groups andassigneachgrouponeof thefollowing capatializedandBOLDED soundeffectsto begivenon cue.

FATHER: Standup and say“When I wasyour age,son.” -

CAR: Standup andsay“Chuga, chuga, chuga.”FARMER: Standup andputhandsin sus-pendersandsay“Where’smy horse?”TURKEY: Standup andsay“Gobble, gobble,gobble!”

Onceuponatime,just beforeThansgiving,aFATHER, a motherandaCubScoutclimbedinto thefamily CAR and droveinto thecoun-try. Theywerelookingfor aFARMER with aTURKEY that they couldbuy for theirThanksgivingdinner. As theydrovedown theroadin theirCAR, theysawaFARMERstandingin ayard with a TURKEY.

Turninginto theyard, theFATHERstoppedtheCAR neartheFARMER andtheTURKEY.Theyall got out oftheCAR andtheFATHERpurchased the TURKEY from theFARMER.‘Now, if you will removetheTURKEY’shead,wewill getinto theCAR anddrivehome,’said theFATHER to theFARMER.

TheTURKEY becameavery goodpetasitdid notchaseCARS, catsor fire hydrants.TheFATHER enrolledthe TURKEY at theUniversityof (Kansas/Missouri),andaseveryoneknows, with agoodeducation,it ismucheasierto getahead

Climb in ~theMountain

Afar in ourdry Southwesterncountryis anIndianvillage andin theoffing is ahighmoun-tain toweringup out of thedesert. It wasconsidereda greatfeatto climb this mountain,so that all theboysof thevillage wereeagertoattemptit.

Oneday, theChiefsaid: “Now, boys,you mayall go today andtry to climb themountain.Startright afterbreakfastandgo eachofyou asfar as you can. Thenwhenyou aretired,comeback;but let eachonebring meatwig from theplacewherehe turned”.

Away theywent, full of hope,eachfeeling thathe surelycouldreachthetop.

Soonafat, pudgyboy cameslowly back,puffing and sweating.He stoodbeforetheyChiefandhis handhe heldOut apieceofcactus. -



TheChiefsmiledandsaid: “My boy, you didnotreachthefoot of themountain;you did notevengetacrossthedesert”.

An hourlater a secondboy returned.Hecarrieda twig of sagebrush.

in your voice; it is vibrantin yourframe. Myboy, you needno twigs for token;you havefelttheuplift, you haveseentheglory of themountain”.

How theIndiansWereMade

“Well,” saidtheChief, ‘you reachedthemountain’sfoot, but you did not evenstarttheclimb”.

After anotherhour, a third boy cameback. Heheldout a cottonwoodspray.

‘Good, saidtheChief, “You got asfar asthesprings’.

A longerwait andtherecameaboy with somebuckthorn. TheChiefsmiledwhenhe sawitandspoke: “You wereclimbing. Youwereupto thefirst sliderock”.

Laterin theafternoon,one arrivedwith acedarsprig andtheold mansaid: “Well done,myboy. You wenthalf-way up”.

An hourafterwards,one camewith abranchofpine. To him the Chiefsaid: “Good; you wentto thethird belt. Youmadethree-quartersoftheclimb. Keepon trying. Next yearyouwillundoubtedlyreachthetop”.

Thesunwaslow whenthelastreturned.Hewasatall, splendidboy of noblecharacter;allknewhe wasmarkedfor greatthings. HeapproachedtheChiefandheldup his hand. Itwasempty. But his countenancewasradiantashe spoke: “My father,therewereno treeswhereI got to, I sawno twigs, no living thinguponthepeak. But far andawayI sawtheshiningsea”.

Now theold man’sfaceglowed,too, ashe saidaloudandalmostsang: “I knewit! I knewwhenI lookeduponyourface. You havebeento thetop, It is written in youreyesandrings

My children,theEarth-Makerwantedto createa peopleto live on thegreatlandbetweentwoseawatersin themiddle ofMother-Earth.Hetook someclay from theearthandbegantoshapeaman. Whenhe hadcompletedhiscreation,he put it intoaclayovento bake.

He moldedagreatman. Whenhe decidedtoremovetheimagefrom theoven,he discoveredthathe had left it too long andit wasasblackasnight. He tookit by theleg andthrewitoverhis shoulderandit landedin whatthewhite mancalledAfrica.

He moldeda secondmanandputhim into theoven. Fearingthathe wouldbakeit too long,he decidedto removeit from theoven. It wastoo light, sohe threw thesecondmanoverintowhat is calledEurope,whereall white mencainefrom later.

Hewasdeterminedto makeaman in thewayhe wantedhim to be. Hewaiteduntil hethoughtthat his creationhadbakedlongenough;andwhenhe removedthemanfromtheoven,it wasthecolor of MotherEarth - theredman.

Listen, my children,theEarth-Makermadeaplacefor all of his creations- black,white orredmen- to live in peaceand to understandoneanother.



ThePeaLittle Thrigs

Onceuponatime therelived an old puthermigandher seathruns.Oneday shebod hertoysthey’d haveto go out andfeektheirownsorchuns,so thepeathrigs setout on theirwepparatesaize.

Thepurstlittle hg. Turly-kale,hadn’t fawnvery garwhenhe enmanneredanice-lookingcount,carryinga strundleof yellowbaw.“Meeze,Mr. Plan,” pedthesig, “will you givemethathawto buildmea strause?”Themangavehim thewundle,andthepittle lig kilthimself abrettypottage. No foonerwas thehousesinishedthanwho shoulddock on thefront norethanthewerribletoolf! “Pittle hg,pittle hg!” he said. “May I comein andheeyour sitty proam!’ “Thoa, thoa,anozandtimesthoa?” piedthecrig, “not by thechairofmyhinny-hin-hin!” So thewolf said. “Then I’llbluff andI’ll duff andI’ll hoeyourblousedown!” And he chuffedup his peek,blew thesmith to housareens,andsatdown to a dinnerof roastsow andpiggerkraut.

Spotty,the peckundsig,meta manbarryingakundleof shreengrubbery. “If you meeze.plister,” spedSpotty,“ mayI bum that shrundleofbubbery,so I canhild mealittle bouse?Themanbandedthehundleto thepannyhig, andCotty built his spottage.But no soonerhadSetty got himself spottledthantherecameasharpdapat theroar andsomeonein aviehoicesaid, “Pello, little higgy: I ama wendlyfroolf. MayI liver yourenting room?” “No,no, pelledtheyiggy; notby thechin of myhairy-hair-hair!” “Very wisethen,well guy,-I’llhowff andI’ll hoeyourblousedown.

So thewolf took breveraldeepsethsand blew-the shamzeyhouseto afumblesandthepatlittle fig becambethedoolfs winner.

Thelast little pig, RuttleLint, Met a manwitha brodeoflicks. Themanbravehim thegicks,andLuntle Rit built his creamdassle. Soonheverd a hoice: “Pittle hg, pittle hg? Swing odenyourpoorandwell mebidcome! “Not by thehin ofmy cherry-chair-chair?And further-

more,you’ll nothoe this blousedown becauseits constrictedof brucks! Thebloolf woo andhe woo. Thenhe glueaben. Meanwhile,thepig filt aroaringbyer andputa bettleon tocoil. “I can’t let you in becausemy store-

is duck!” Justchimedowntheclimney.” Sothewolf rimedup the thecloofandchimmeddown thejumpneyright in thewot of boilingpawter. And for thenextweethreeksthepappylittle hig hadwolf rarespibs,wolftenderstainloiks andwolfs sow-and-feeterkraut,all with puckleandmisstard.

How thePatridgeGotHis Whistle

Grandfather,whatmakesthepartridgewhistle?

My grandchildren,therewasa time whentheterrapincouldwhistleandthepartridgecouldnot. Theterrapinwasalwaysgoing aboutwhistling andshowingoff beforeotherani-mals.

Thejealouspartridgeaskedto try it. Theterrapinwasafraidto losethewhistle; but thepartridgedancedaroundhim andsaid,“I’ll giveit back.” Hestartedto runaheadoftheterra-pin, who hada timekeepingup with thepar-tridge.

Thepartridgegaveone long whistleand flewto thetop of thehighesttree~

Poorterrapinwasunhappybecausehe losthis-whistle to thepartridge. Thatis why terrapincloseshimselfin his shellwhenyou comenearhim. And that is howthepartridgegothiswhistle. -

Story of theButtercup -

Oncean old misersucceededin locating thepot ofgold at theendof therainbow. As hehurried alongwith his bagfull ofgold pieces,amischievouslittle elf creptup behindhim andcut a holein thebag. Theold manhurriedonunawarethat hewasleavinga trail ofshiningdisksin thegrass.- Fearfullest thesedisappear,thefairiesattachedeachto aflower stem,sothebuttercuDwasborn. -


CRAFTS

Introductionto CraftsCraft GuidelinesLaminators 2Dyeing 3This andThat 3ScrapCraft ResourceList 4Leatherwork 8Leathercrafts 1]ModelingDough 12Nature 12NatureCrafts 13PaperMache 21PlasterCraft 24Printing.Painting& Stenciling 26SandArt 30StainedGlass 33Tie Slidesof theMonth 36WebelosTie Slides 41TinCraft 51WoodcraftWoodProtectsMonthly Themes:

December/HolidayMagic 6]January/ExploringAlaska 62February/Blue& Gold Traditions 64March/Wheels,Wings & Rudders 66AprillShapeUp 68May/Backto Nature 69June/Strongfor America 71July/BuckskinPionners 74August/WaterFun 75September/ExploringYourNeighborhood 76October/AchievementParade 78November/Harbors,Stations& Airports 79


CRAFTS

CraftsteachtheCub Scouthowto usehishandsto makesomethingandthus improvehismanualdexterity,self-expression,imaginationandcreativity.

Thechallengefor Cub Scoutleadersis to find acraftsuitedto themonthly theme,holiday, or aspecialactivity, which is within theabilitiesandinterestsof Cub Scout-ageboys,andis funfor themto make. Finding craftsis not aproblem. Cub Scoutingliteratureis full ofthem,roundtablesprovidethemandvariousmagazinesandbooksalsoincludesuitableideas. Thetaskis finding theright one.

Theseguidelinesshouldbe followed withworking with Cub Scoutson crafts:

Keepcraftssimpleandinexpensive.Costlykits ormaterialsarerarely appreciatedbytheboys morethansimple projectsmadefrom scrapmaterials. Sincedenleadersworkwith a limited budget,costis abigconsideration.

• Craftsshouldbe practical. Learningto braidis fun. Learningto braidabeltwhich canbe usedasa Costumepart or as agift is evenbetter. Craftsshouldhavesomepracticalor decorativefunctionand,ifpossible,fit thetheme.

• Craftsshouldteacha skill. Carving,modeling, painting,weavingormeasuringaresomeexamples.Merely gluingpiecestogetheris not enough.Cub Scoutslikeboy-typecrafts. They like to hanimer,saw,laceleatherandpaint. They like to learnhow to do newthings.

• Craftsshouldbe progressivelymorechallenging. Try to avoid repeatingcraftprojectstheboysmadethepreviousyearunlessit is somethingtheyreally wanttodo. Avoid kindergartencut-and-pastetypecrafts.

• A varietyof materialsand methodsshould

Crafts

be introducedthroughcraftprojects. Try Out techniqueswhich are newand differentto theboys. Let themenjoy making somethingusefulfrom scrapsor from itemspickedup on a naturehike.Crafts shouldseldomrequiremorethantwoweeksto complete. A craftprojectthat dragsout for a wholemonthis toodifficult andtime-consuming.It maybecomeboring for boys. Startacraftin denmeetingandlet theboystakeit hometo finish with theirfamily’s help.

• Be surethe craft projectis compatiblewiththeworkarea. Avoid usingpungentlaquersor spraypaintsin thehouse. Taketheboysto thebasement,garageoroutdoorsfor themessiercrafts.

• Thecraftmustbe theboy’s work. In somecases,leaderswill be requiredtopre-cutor pre-assemblecertainpartsof acraftwhich maybe too difficult or time-consumingfor the boys. But boysneedtobe ableto say“I madeit.”

• A craft is not neededat everymeeting.• Haveall materialsready beforethemeeting.

Be sureto haveextrasupplieson handfor accidentsandgoof-ups.

• Theleadershouldmakethecraftfirst.Familiarity with theconstructionmakesiteasierto demonstrateor assisttheboys.Have afinishedmodel for theboystoexamine.

• Don’t criticize orcomparecrafts. Praisetheboy’s efforts.

• Displaytheboys’ finishedcrafts atthepackmeeting.

• Safety mustbe akey factorwith crafts.Whenusing tools,electricity,etc.,be surethereis enoughadult supervisionto maintainsafety.

Inexpensiveantiquing - Useblackorbrownliquid shoepolish andwipe off excessbeforeitdries. This is especiallygoodon aluminumfoilprojects,but alsoworks on sealedplasterprojects. It is alsopossibleto useadark brownscratchcoverpolishfor antiquing.


Crafts Thru the Looking Glass

Finishing coats- Objectspaintedwith temperaor posterpaint will haveadull finish. To getashiny finish, spraywith clearplastic, clearvarnishorgiveit acoatof white gluedilutedwith water. This will protectthepaint, keepitfrom smearingandmakeit waterproof.Acrylic paint doesnotneeda finishing coat.Cleaningbrushes- Different typesof paintrequiredifferentcleaningsolvents.TeachCubScoutshowto cleanbrushesproperly. Whenpaintingwith varnish,oil paint or enamel,cleanbrusheswith turpentine. Whenpaintingwith shellacuseshellacthinneror denaturedalcohol. Whenpaintingwith lacquer,cleanbrusheswith lacquer thinner.Whenpaintingwith tempera,posterpaintor acrylics,cleanwith water.Paintbrush saver - If you aregiving thearticleseveralcoatsof varnishandhateto keepcleaningyourbrush,geta glassbabybottlewith nipple. Cut out thetop of thenipple to fitthebrushhandleandstickthebrushhandleupthroughthenipple. Fill bottle half full oflacquerthinnerandput the lid (with thebrush)backon. Eachtime you wantto paint, simplywipe theexcessthinnerfrom brush. Nipplecapkeepsthinnerfrom evaporating.To put afinish on small water-paintedobjects,applyacoatof Elmer’sor similar white liquid glue.This driesquickly andleavesa naturalfinish.Protectionwhile painting - Useaplastictablecloth, drop cloth, or newspaperson the floorandundertheprojectbeing painted. Boyscanwear oneofdad’sold shirtsasa paintsmock toprotecttheir uniforms. Manypaintingmateri-als are combustible. Stayawayfrom openflames. Usespray paint in awell-ventilatedarea. Fumesare dangerous.Paint brushsubstitutes- Whenpainting largeobjects,suchas sceneryfor askit, usea spongedippedin tempera.Forpaintingsmall objects,a Q-Tip canbe usedinsteadof a brush.

KING THE MOST OF IT!

Adding the color - Puttingthecolor to fin-isheditemscanbe a real botherto “leader” in arush. Try theseideas:

1. Onsmall areas,watercolor markersworkgreat. If yourareais ratherlargeswitch tocrayonsor evencoloredchalkorpastels.(Don’t worry, laminationor a sprayfixativewill keepthecolor on thework and offofyou. No laminatoror fixative? That’sokay,a little hair spraywill do thetrick.)

2. Thequickestmethodof coloringlargeitemsis to simply startwith coloredpaper. (Posterboard,butcherpaperor largeconstructionpaperwork well.) Add a few dashesofcontrastingcoloredmarkeror crayonandyou will haveit made.

3. Try cuttingcharactereyes,teeth,etc.fromwhite typing paperandgluing themin place.Thesefeatureswill really standoutandmakeyourcharactercomealive.

For specialeffectsaddrealbuttonsor lace.Metallic paperlooks greaton starsandbeltbuckles,too.

“~-LAMINATORS

1. You canlaminatemorethanjust postersandconstructionpaper. Try variouskinds offabric,wall paperandgift wrapping. You’llbe surprisedat thegreatcombinationsyoucomeup with. Colorful ginghamfabricmakesterrific cut lettersor scallopededg-ing. “Burlap” makesterrific looking book-marksandtheyare greatgift ideas.

2. Felt markersand laminatedpaperor fabriccan work asateam. Justmakesurethemarkersyou usearepermanentand notwaterbased. OOPS,madeamistake?That’sokay. Puta little ditto fluid on atissue,rub acrossthemarkandpresto,it’sgone! (Dry transfermarkerswork greatonlamination,too.)



~DYEING

Dyeing feathers - (Understrict adult supervi-sion) soakfeathersin diluted ammoniasolutionfor 20 minutes. Rinsein warm waterandplacein solutionof 2 cupsvinegarper gallonofwater. Add dye solution,makingsureallfeatherscomein contactwith dye. Simmeruntil desiredcoloris reached.(Featherswilldry a lighter shade.)Rinsein cool water,holdingbaseof featherup. Spreadon papertodry. To fluff feathers,placein a shoeboxwitha holeCut Out of thebottomandshakeover asteamingkettle, orplacethemin a tightlyclosedpillowcaseandfluff in an automaticdryerthat is setat a low temperature.Dyeingbeans- Soakbeansovernightin “Rit”dye or in solutionof waterandcoloredcrepepaper. Whenturquoise-coloreddye is used,theresultswill be chunksof look-a-liketurquoisestone.Dyeing macaroniand rice - Mix 1 Tbsp.foodcoloringwith 2 Tbsp. alcohol. Stir in macaroniorrice andspreadon newspaperto dry.

~THIS AND THAT

To cleanegg shells - Put emptyeggshells injar andcoverwith bleachfor 48 hours. Thisdissolvesall themembrane.Cracked marbles - Underadult supervision,heatmarblesin 375 degreeoven in bakingdishor pan Removeandimmediatelypourintoabowl of icewaterandwatchthemcrack. Thesehavenumeroususesin craftprojects.Make a sander - Cut a block of wood 2’ x 2”x 4’. Wrap a pieceof sandpaperaroundit andsecureoverlappededgeswith thumb tacks.Making candles - (Underadult supervision)Wax is very flammable. Usecrayonstubstocolor wax formaking candles.Melt wax in acanin apan of water.Pine coneprojects - First spraythemwithclearvarnishto makethemshiny andpretty.Pinecones- To openconesall theway andremovethesap,placethem on a foil-coveredcookiesheetandbakein a 250 to 300 degreeovenfor a fewminutes.

Crafts

Cutting Plastic - Copingsawsor jig sawswillcut the thick portionsof plastic bottleseasierthanscissorsor knives.Holes in Plastic- To makea hole in plastic,underadult supervision,useahot ice pick ornail. If usinga nail, be sureto hold it withpliers.Plastic bottle necksasneckerchiefslides -

Whenusingplasticbottle partsfor craftprojects,be sureto savethenecks. Cut into 1’pieces.Thesecanbe usedasthebasisforneckerchiefslides.Felt tip decorationson plastic - Sandpaperplasticbottleslightly beforedecoratingwithfelt tip markers. Spraywith hair spraytoproject decoration.Cutting Styrofoam - Sometypesof Styrofoamcanbe cut with theserratededgeof aknife.Heavierpiecesof Styrofoamcan be cut with acopingsawor jig saw.Cutting cardboard - A snapusingacarpetknife.Pop or beer flats - Make goodcenterpiecebases.Spraythemwith paint orcoverwithcontactpaper.Chemicalgarden - 2 or 3 charcoalbriquettes,6 Tbsp. salt, 6 Tbsplaundrybluing, 6 Tbsp.water, I Thsp. ammonia,foodcoloring. Placebriquettesin adish andsprinkle with salt, addliquids. Put a differentcolorfoodcoloringoneachbrick. Placeit where it will receivesunshineor warmth. Now watchit grow.Salt paint - 2 tsp, salt, I tsp, liquid starch,1tsp. water,foodcoloringor temperapaint. Mixthe ingredientsanduseto geta shiny, grainysurface.Barometer - 3 oz. water, 1 oz. cobaltchloride,1/2 tablesalt, 75 grainscalciumchloride, 1/4oz. gum.arabic. Theseingredientscanbeobtainedfrom thelocal drugstore. This mix-turewhenapplied to white material,string,etc.tells changein the weather,Blue for sunny.Pink for rain. Lavenderforcloudy.


Crafts

Glycerin soapbubbles - Mix togetherandallow to cool: 2 Tbsp. of detergent(not soap),1Tbsp. glycerin, 1 cup hot water,andfoodcoloringif desired.Putmixtureinto a smallbabyfoodjar orsimilar container.Add col-oredstrawsor adecoratedspool for thebubblepipeandyourgift is readyto wrap.Candy clay - Make somecandyclay for anartlessonyou caneat!

1/3cup corn syrup1/3 cup margarine(softened)

1/2 tsp. salt1 tsp. flavoring1 lb. powderedsugarFoodpastecolors

Placethepowderedsugarin abowl. Add otheringredients,exceptcolorsandflavoring,andstir with a spoon. Add morepowderedsugarorcornstarchif themixture is too sticky, (clayshouldnot stick to hands),divide theclay intosmallballsandaddfoodpastecoloring. Flavorwith variousextracts.Have boyssculpttheclayon grahamcrackersbeforeeating.Children’s color books - A goodsourceforpatternsto be usedfor craftsandprojects.Simple cookiecutters - Are goodfor stencils.(Hearts,stars,Christmastrees,etc.).Theyarevery easyfor the boysto draw around.Costumemakeup- Mix liquid skin cleanserwith powderedsugar(for thickness).Add foodcoloring. This makeupwill wipe right off ifthefaceis cleansedwith liquid cleanserandwipedcleanbeforeapplyingmakeup.Costumemakeup - Liquid deepskin cleanserorsolid shortening,powderedsugar,foodcoloring. Mix togetherin jar. This will wiperight off.Finger paint #1 - Mix 1/2 cup liquid laundrystarchwith 1/2 cup water. Add onequartboiling water,stirring to paste.Use 1/2 cuppowderedtemperato addcolor.Finger paint #2 - Mix 1/2 cup liquid starchto1 quart boiling water. Stir over heatuntilthick. Add 1/2 cup liquid detergent.Stir well.Put into smalljars. Color with temperaor foodcoloring.


Print messageson greetingcardswith nailpolish andsprinkle with salt. This makestheletterssparkle.Magic kitchen goop- Mix togetherin apantwo cupstablesaltandtwo-thirdscup water,heatthoroughlystirring occasionally.Mean-while, mix togetheronecup cornstarchandone-halfcup water. Whensaltmixture is hot,addcornstarchmixture to it andmix well. Ifmixture is too thin, heaton stovefor a minuteor two. It canbe divided intopartsandcoloredwith foodcoloring,or canhardenin theair andbe paintedlike clay. This mixturedoesnotneedto be refrigerated,andwill not hardenaslong asit is keptwrappedin aluminumfoil orplastic.Inexpensivecarving material - 4 partsver-miculite 1 partcement/ 1 partsand. Mixtogetherwith enoughwaterto makea heavypaste. Pourin a box andlet dry. Canbe cutandcarvedwith a penknife. Vermiculite canbe foundin gardenandflower shopsandinmany variety stores.Soapsnow - Equalpartsof liquid starchandsoapflakes(not detergentor granulatedsoap).Whip with a rotaryor electricmixer. Leavewhite or tint with temperapaint. Spreadlikesnowon Christmastreeor greenery.Mixthicker andsqueezethroughcookiepresstomakesnowflakes,or squeezepastrytubeorplasticcatsupbottle to write messageson glass,mirrors, foil, package,etc.Activated centerpiece- 1/2 water, 1/2 vinegar,tint with foodcoloring. Fill a glasscontainerabouthalf full ofthis solution. Slowly add 1/2tsp.moistenedsodaforeachcupful of solution.Drop a dozenmothballsin thesolution andtheywill rise andfall asif dancing.

SCRAP CRAFT RESOURCE LIST

Here area fewideasandtips to usewhenlooking for scrapcraftmaterialsfor yourden.1. Whenhuntingfor supplies,wearyour

uniform or identify your group.2. Don’t forgetto say“ThankYou”.

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Thru the Looking Glass Crafts

3. Don’t overuseasourcejust becausetheyaregenerous.

4. Let yourfingerstakeawalk through theYellow Pagesto comeup with new resourcesandput your imaginationto work.

5. If you havemorethanyou canuse,sharewith otherleaders.

6. Includeascrapcraft list with yourParentTalentSurveySheetswhenyou passthemout.

7. Don’t expecteverythingto be free.8. ASK PARENTS to save. Give alist to the

Cubsat thebeginningof theyear.

Listed below are somescrapitems with pos-siblesourcesanduses:

Aluminum Sheets- LithographycompaniesUse: Pictures,slides,metalwork pictures.

Blue Print Paper - Blueprint companiesUse: Books,prints, pictures,splatterpaintings.

Bottle Caps - Parents,vendingmachinesUse: Shoescrapers.checkers,neckerchiefslides,wheels,coasters,candleholders,paintdishes,decorations.

Bottles - Parents,roadsidesUse: Musical instruments,basesfor flags,puppets,doorstops,storage,barometers,vases,lamps,centerpieces.

Bowling Pins - Bowling lanesUse: Cub Scoutcenterpieces,doorstops.

Branches,sticks, twigs - Collectfrom neigh-borhoodUse: Branch lamp, gum droptree,games,advancementtree,ghosttree,log cabin,center-piecedecorations

Bricks - ContractorsUse: Doorstops,chemicalgardens,bookends,supportstorageshelves,weights.

Buckets- Bakeries,restaurantsUse: den storageand seats,waterandsandforcampfires.

Buttons and beads- Thrift shops,parentsUse: Slides,games,ornaments,jewelry.

Bolts from Fabric - Yardgoodstores,fabricdepartmentsUse: Props.log houses,signs.

Boxes,small - Parents,shoestoresUse: Musical instruments,torn toms, storage.

Boxes,large and cardboard sheets- Grocery,department,liquor, furniturestores

Burlap - Grocerystores,rugstoresUse: Costumes,games,teepees,naturecrafts.

Cans,small - Parentsrecycle centersUse: Raffles,deskSets,Christmascrafts,candleholders,pin cushions,pencil holders,cupsbug catchers,trophybases,starstudygames.

Cans, gallon or larger - Restaurants,bakeries,schoolcafeteriasUse: Cookingpotsandpans,outdoorstoves,planters,games,wastebaskets,storage.

Canvas - Upholsterers,tentrepairers,boatcovercompaniesUse: Props,backdropsfor throwinggamesandarchery.

Cardboard Rolls - Printingcompanies,fabricshops,parentsUse: Totem poles,napkinrings, games,logcabins,rockets,sandtubes,puppets,tie slides,periscope,drums.

Cardboard, round containers- Restaurants,icecreamsstores,potatochip factoriesUse: Drums,totempoleparts,wastebaskets.


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Ceramicand Roof tiles - Dealers,installersUse: Trivets, plaques,planters.

ClothesPins - Retailcraftstores,parentsUse: Note holders,puppets,printing, advance-ment ladder,tie slides.

Coat Hangers - Parents,cleanersUse: Book or pot holder, hoopsfor games,mobiles,bug catchingnets,hot dogandmarsh-mallow cookingsticks.

ConcreteBlocks - Manufacturers,contractorsUse: Bookends,doorstops,paperweights.

Costumes- Thrift shops,parentsUse: Skits.

Driftwood, shells- GatherUse: Plaques,centerpieces.

EggCartons - Parents,grocerystoresthatrecycleUse: Totempoles,ornaments,tie slides.

Egg Shells - ParentsUse: Mosaics,Easterdecorations.

Fabric - Wearingapparelmanufacturers,fabricstores,drapery,upholsterersUse: Costumes,crafts.

Felt - SameasaboveUse: Pictures,costumes,games,puppets.

Film cansand spools - PhotographyshopsUse: Storage,games,tie slides.

Flowers (dries, plastic, silk) - Parents,craftstoresUse: Plaques,decorations.

Foam Trays - Parents,grocerystoresUse: Gliders,games,ornaments,blockprint-ing.

Foamcraft - Upholsterers,bottle air suppliersUse: Flowers,decorations,padsfor undersleepingbags.

Foil Paper - Florists

Use: Pictures,wrapping.


Foil Trays, Pie Plates - Restaurants,parentsUse: Games,pictures,ornaments,Indianjewelry,metalcraft.

Fuzzy Fabric - Fabric stores,upholsterersUse: Puppets,costumes.

Glass - GlassshopsUse: Small pictures,stainedglass.

Inner Tubes - Bicycleshops,tire shopsUse: Tom toms,block printing, homegym.

Jarsand Lids - Parents,garagesalesUse: Games,storage,sandart.

Jugs (gallon) - Restaurants,parentsUse: Piggy banks,games,bird houses,andfeeders.

Leather - Leathercompanies,shoerepair,autotrim shopsUse: Tie slides,key cases,coups,book marks.

Light Bulbs - ParentsUse: Puppetheads,noisemakers,center-pieces.

Linoleum - Floor installers,tile storesUse: Blockprinting, coasters.

Lumber, plywood,masoniteUse: Industrialcrating, lumberyards,cabinetshops.

Macaroni - Parents,grocerystoresUse: Indian Jewelry,dendoodles,ornaments,mosaics.

Marbles - Parents,storesUse: Trivets,candlesholders,marblepainting.

Match Boxes - ParentsUse: Sewingkits, storage,puppets.



Milk Cartons - Parents,schoolcafeteriasUse: Planters, bird feeders,games,molds forcandles.

Newspapers- ParentsUse: Papermache,patterns,undercraftprojectto protectsurfaces.

Nail, Nutsand Bolts - Parents,hardwarestoresUse: Wind chimes,mobiles,tie slides,woodworkingprojects.

Nuts - Parents,grocerystores,gatherUse: Sailboat,tie slides,decoratecraft items.

Nylons - ParentsUse: Puppets,stuffing, costumewigs.

Old ChristmasCards - ParentsUse: Gift tags,ornamentsanddecorations.

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Old Shirts - Parents,thrift shopsUse: Costumes,paintsmocks.

Paint - Paintstores,painters,carbody shopsUse: Pictures,props,pinewoodderbycars

Paper (rolls) - Printers,envelopemanufactur-ers,newspapercompaniesUse: Tablecovers,papermache,airplanes,bookcovers.

Paper Cups - Parents,PaperWarehouse,fastfood restaurants,grocerystoresUse: Teepees,games,puppets.

Pine Cones- Gather,parentsUse: Naturecrafts

Plaster - Drywall installers,hardware,paintstores,RoundtableUse: Plaques,tie slides.

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Plasticbottles - Soft drink bottlers,parents,recyclecentersUse: Table decorations,banks,bird feeders,boats,puppets,plastermolds, funnels,ballscoop,ornamentsanddecorations.

PlasticLids - ParentsUse: Coasters,ornaments,mini Frisbees,tieslides.

PlasticSheets- Sign makers,craftstoresUse: Coasters,tie slides,games,ornaments.

PlasticSpoons,Forks, Knives - Fastfoodrestaurants,ice creamstores,parentsUse: Puppets,mixing.

PlasticTubing - Hospitals,doctorsofficesUse: Games,scienceexperiments,crafts.

Pop-Top Rings - Parents,Missouriliquor storesUse: Picturehangers,tie slides.

Popsiclesticks - Dairies,craft stores,parentUse: Trivets,puppets,bird houses,ornaments.

Pringle Cans - ParentsUse: Candleholders,banks,games,birdfeeders,cardboardrings for ornaments.

Ric Rac,Bias Tape - Fabricstores,mill stores,parentsUse: Plaques,costumes,gifts, flags.

Rocks, Shells- GatherUse: Coaster,paper weights,nature crafts.

Rope - Auny surplus,hardwarestoresUse: Games,knot tying.

Rug Scraps- Parents,floor coveringstoresUse: Sit-upons,games.

Sawdust - Lumberyards,cabinetshopsUse: Sawdustclay,stuffings.


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Seeds- ParentsUse: Indian jewelry,crafts,mosaics.

Shades- Window specialtyshopsUse: Posters,props.

Socks- ParentsUse: Beanbags,puppets,balls for indoorgames.

Spools- Tailoring shops,dressmakers,parentUse: Games,handlesforhot dog cooker,smalltotempoles,den doodles,ornaments,trophies.

Spools(large)- TelephoneandelectriccompanyUse: Tablesfor denorpack

String - Parents,thrift shopsUse: Kites, crafts.

TongueDepressors- Hospitals,doctor’soffices,craft storesUse: Crafts, amazingflyer (bombpops).

Vinyl - Cartopinstallers,upholsterers,autotrim shopsUse: Puppets,games,tie slides.

Wallpaper SampleBooks - Dealers,paintstoresUse: Scrap books, wrapping paper.

Wax - ParentsUse: Sandcandles,fire starters.

Wire - Telephoneandelectric companies,electriccontractorsUse: Games,tie slidebacks,wire sculpture:

Yarn - Parents,thrift shopsUse: Puppets,wigs


Leatherworkis aparticularlysatisfyingcraftproject. It’s durability and naturalqualitiesareespeciallysuitedto Cub Scouts. Whethertheystamp,tool, carveor simplymakesomethingoutof finishedleather,theywill haveaprojectthey like and it will be useful aswell.

Sinceleatheris relativelyexpensive,projectsthat userounders,practicepieces,scrapsorhalf backsarevery useful. Roundersareinexpensiveprecut3 1/4” roundpiecesthat arevery versatile. Coups,slides,coasters,bookmarksandkeychainsarea fewof thesmallprojectsthat lendthemselvesto rounders.

Practicepiecesareanotherprecutshapeinleatherthat is evenmoreinexpensiveandwitha little imaginationcanbe acoup, aslide, abook mark,a key chainor whateverseveralattachedtogethercouldbe.

Half backsareapproximately3 1/2” by 4 1/2”precutpiecesthat area little moreexpensive,but do makechangepurses,pictureframes,andfoldedkey chains.

Scrapleatheris usually availableat leathershopsandits limits areconfinedonly by thesize ofthepieceandimagination. An X’actoknifeor leatherknife will be neededto cuttheprojectsout. This procedureshouldbe per-formedby theden leader.

Importantleathertermsto know are:Grain side - courseside ofleatherFlesh side - smoothsideof tooling leatherSkive - leatherwith one layerofflesh side

removedCase- to moistenthegrainsideto preparefor

transferringa design,or for carvingandtooling thepiece

Background - to providegreaterrelief to acarvedleatherprojectby tooling areasbetweencut lines

Bevel - to givethe illusion ofraisingtheleatherby depressingtheareaalongacutline

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Stampingis imprinting adesignstampinto theleathersurfaceby tappingthe tool with awoodenhammer. It is theeasiestto learnandtheboyslove to poundavariety ofstampsintotheir leatherprojects.

Tooling leatheris asecondway ofdecorating.A designis tracedon and thenis pressedintodampleatherby eitheroutlining a designordepressingthebackgroundof adesign. To doit, amodelingtool with adeerfootendororangestick is needed.

Carving is themostintricate anddifficultmeansof decoratingleather, A swivel knife isusedto carveadesignandthenspecialback-groundtypestampsmaybe usedto accentuatethecarving.

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velersMake thesein two sizes. Usethe largeoneforall long cuts andthesmall oneon all sharpturns. To getaraisedeffect,depresstheleatheron theoutsideof thedesign,exceptoncurves. Placethebeveleron thecut linesandhold it in an uprightposition. Give thebevelerlight tapswith awoodenmallet or striking stickasyou moveit forwardwith eachstroke.

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EVeinersMakeflowers, leavesandornamentaldesignswith thesetools. Hold theveinerin an uprightposition. Startat thebaseandwork towardthepoint ofthe leaf. Leanveinerto theright orleft dependingon thedesign.

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~Background toolsA stampsetcanbe madeby filing differentsizenails into interestingshapes.Thepoint ofa largenail is filed flat andgroovesare filedinto thenail tip. Thevarietyof nailsavailablecangive asmanyshapesastheimaginationcandevelop. Completeinstructionsfor this areavailablein theBoy ScoutLeatherworkMeritBadgeBooklet.

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Whenreadyto decoratethe leather,dampenit(DO NOT SOAK),punchany holesnecessaryfor lacing, andthenstamp,tool orcarvedesign,rewettingasnecessary.It is bestto encouragetheboysto takesometime to plantheir designso theywill be pleasedwith theirfinishedproject.

Forfull crisp impressions,while stamping,hold thestampuprightandtap it firmly severaltimeswith a woodenmallet. Be carefulnot todriveit completelythroughtheleather.Useaboardormasonitepieceunderthe leathertoprotectthesurfaceunderneath.Caution theboysto takecarethatalphabetstampsareuprightandnotreversed.If amistakeis made,sometimestheleathercanbe rewetandthemistakerubbedOut with thebackof theham-mer. Turn the pieceover andpound it flatfrom thereverseside. Theimpressionwon’tcomecompletelyout, but it will helpand ifstampedover it will be acceptable.

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After thedesignhasbeenfinished,addcolor totheprojectby dyeingit with leatherdyes.Sometimesit is fun to highlight letteringorstampsthat aretheoutline typewith a perma-nentmarker(Sharpie)thendye overit. Useafast drying dye or stain andpaint it on withspongesor wool daubers.Whenusingstain,wipe off theexcess.Dye both front and edgesof theprojectandtheback, if desired. Useabaggieasan inexpensiverubberglovetoprotecthandsso thatclean-upis much easier.

Decoratingleatherby stamping,tooling orcarvingcancausesomewarping. Weightingitpartially while it driescanalleviatethis prob-lem. Do not covercompletelyor it won’t drywell. Rotatetheweighingso all areaswill beopenatsometime during the dryingperiod.

Finish theprojectwith afast drying finish thatis availableatleathercraftstores.It paintsonlike shoepolishanddries aboutasfast. It addsashineandaprotectivefinish to leather. Paintthefinish on the front and sides,leavingthebackof theprojectunfinished. Theleathercanthendry thoroughlyfrom theback.

If theprojectrequiresa snapor fastener,now isthetime to put it in the leather.

)LACING

Thefinal stepof a projectis lacing. A goodeasystitch to lace with is thewhip stitch. Itgivesanicefinishededgeto theproject. Aplasticlacemakesinexpensivelacing.

Theioop stitch is oneusedon leatheritemswhoseedgesaresubjectto wearor haveatendencyto curl. It is idealfor billfolds,wallets,keycasesandpursesandrequiresfiveinchesoflacing for everyinch of edgeof theitem to belaced.

For items that startandendat thesamepoint:Pushlacing throughfirst hole; bring almostalllacing throughto back,leaving inch of lacingin front. Bring laceoveredgeandgo into nexthole, leavinga loop. Gothroughloop, front toback. Thentightenthestitch from theback.

Continuelacingyour item using themethodthat you seein Fig. 1. Onceyou get thefeelofit, you’ll beginmovingalongat agoodrate.

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Belt WalletMaterials: 4 x 12” scrapof leatheror vinyl

1 yard of 3/32” leatheror plastic

Removelacing from the startinghole 1. Laceonemorestitch in hole 1. Removestartinglacefrom thenextloop andinsertworking enddownthrough this loop. Now pull both endsthroughhole2 to theinside. Cementwill holdthemin place.

Itemsstartingat onepoint, endingat another:Startlacing by pushingstartingendthroughfirst holefrom inside. Bring laceovertop andthroughthesamehole in both piecesofleather,forming loop. Go throughioop,front to back.Tightenioop from back. Go throughnextholefront to back,leavingloop. Continuelacing.Go througheachcornerholethreetimes.

Knife orrazorbladeto cutleatherLeathertools asdesiredRubbercementCardboardortracingpaperpattern

1. Enlargeeitherof thepatternsto thesizeindicated.(If you wish to makelargerwallets,you will needa largerpieceofleatherandmorelacing.) Be sureto spacetheholesevenly.

2. Cut the leatherto size. Usepaperclipstoholdthepattern in position while cutting theleatherandmarkingtheholecenterswiththe awl.

3. Tool the leather in an original designor useinitials.

4. Apple rubbercementalong theedgeswherethe holeswill be placed. Lightly hammertheseamstogether,roughsideinside.Punchholeswith 3/32” punch,goingthroughallthicknesses.

5. Cutoneend ofthe lacing to asharppoint.Forpattern“A”, usean in-and-outstitch,tucking theendsunder. Add “Flap Strap”asshownin thepattern.

Finish lacing asshown.

TandyLeatherCo. offersa kit with everythingfor basicleathercraft. A 1 hourclassis alsoavailableat TandyLeatherthat includesthebasickit. Thecostis nominal. Leathercraftsuppliesmaybe orderedthroughtheircatalog.TwoGreaterKansasCity locationsare:8620E. 63rd.,KansasCity, Mo. 64133(BryerwoodShoppingCenter)(816)356-6997

7313W.80th., OverlandPark,KS. 66204(DowntownOverlandPark)(913)341-7548

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LeatherRoundSlideMaterials:3 1/2” diameterleatherrounder

LacingsLeathercrafttools.

1. Dampen(do not soak)a leatherrounder.2. Cut 1/2” wide slits. LEATHER SHOULD

BE CUT BY ADULT.Optional:1. Mark holesfor lacing.2. Punch,stampandif desired,dye.3. Finish with quick drying leatherfinish.Dry

thoroughly.4. Lace by startingandendingat bottom.

(Omit this stepif lacingwas skipped.)neckerchiefgoesbehindandup throughthefirst slit, over anddownthrough thesecond.This is a tight fit, but it doesstayin place.

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SawdustModeling Clay - Mix 4 cupssiftedsawdust,1/4 cup plasterand 1 1/2 cupswheatpastetogether. Add wateruntil it is theconsis-tencyof clay - moistenoughto hold andsticktogether.Baker’s Clay - Mix 4 cupsflour, 1 cup salt, 11/2 cupswatertogetherwith fingersin a bigbowl. This recipeshouldneverbe doubledorhalved. If clayfeelstoo stiff, adda little morewater. Kneadfor 5 minutes. Mold object. Therecipe is to be usedwithin 4 hoursofmixing.It is bakedin a 350 degreeovenfor 1 hour.Testwith atoothpick. Whenobjectis cooledpaint with temperaandglazewith a clearplasticspray.Sand Clay - 2 partswater; 1 part wallpaperpaste;2 1/2 partssand. Mix slowly andthor-oughly. Theprojectswill hardenafterdryingaday or two.KitchenClay - 2 cupsbakingsoda,1 cupcornstarch,1 1/3 cupswaterandpinchof salt.Putall ingredientsin a saucepan andmix well.Stir overmediumheatuntil the mixturebubblesandgetsthick. Turn Out onto abreadboardor waxedpaperandlet cool. Wrap in adamptowel andplacein the refrigerator10 or15 minutes.

Thefollowing recipesmaybe usedto makematerialfor modelingobjectsinsteadof usingclay. Projectswill air dry to a hard finish. Thelengthof time for drying dependson thethicknessof the object. Punchpin holesinobjectto speeddrying. All recipesmaybestoredindefinitely in plasticbagin refrigerator.All maybe coloredwith foodcoloringortempera,or paintedaftermodel is completelydry.

Salt-Flour Clay - Combine1/2 cup saltand 1cup flour. With hands,mix andkneadinenoughwaterto makea stiff dough.Flour Clay - Mix 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt,3teaspoonspowderedalum, foodcoloringand afewdropsof water. Add a little waterata timeuntil mixture is stiff andholdsshape.

To keepyourclay creations,just let themdryin theair for a day or so, thenpaintwith tem-peraor acrylic paintsandcoverwith shellac.Unusedclaycanbe keptsoft in a tightly closedplastic bagin the refrigerator. Add afew dropsof waterto thebagto keeptheclayfromgettinghard.

Usetemperapaintpowderinsteadof foodcoloringfor brightercolors whencoloringhomemademodelingdough.

NATURE

Natureis everywhere,all thetime. In cities, inthewoodsandthe fields. In thewinter, in thespring, in thesummerandthe fall. Natureisnotconfinedby time andplace. It’s every-where~

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But, whereto begin,how to begin. All youneedto startis an inquiring mind andyoureyes,ears,noseand hands.Useall sensestogatherinformationfrom theworld aboutyou.In thebeginningwe mightjust as well makeupourmindsthat we arenevergoing to know allthereis to know on this subject. Remember,that it is notso muchthenamesandidentifyingeverythingbut thejoy in making thediscoverythat counts.

Natureis somethingwecanenjoyno matterwherewe go in theworld. Natureis somethingwe shouldenjoy andrespect.Let’s stepOutinto theworld of nature.

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Bug BoxMaterials: Board 3/4” x 3 1/2” x 24”

Pieceof 1/4” plywoodScreening7 1/2” x 14 1/2”Fiber splint 1/2” x 48” *

#6 or 3/4” wood screw3/4” finishing nails2 screweyesSawWoodglueCoathangerShearsor heavyscissorsfor cutting

screenStaplegun

Fibersplit is usedfor weavingchairbottomsand is availablein manycraftstores.Reedforweavingbasketswould work fine - or anythingelseflexible andsmoothenoughto covertherawendsof thescreening.

1. Cut Out all woodpiecesto thesizesshownon thedrawing

2. Cut or drill a 1 3/4” holein oneendpiece3. Screwthedoorto this piece,using thewood

screw(drill a holefor thescrewfirst.)4. Spreadwoodglue in thecut-outsectionsof

thebottom,and standtheendpieceson topof thecut-outareas.Nail theendsto thebottom with thefinishingnails. Let theframedry.

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5. Stretchthescreeningover theframeandstapleit on. Cut off any excessscreen.

6. Staple the fiber splint over the edgesofthescreen,asshownin thepicture.

7. Usinganail, startholesat thetop of eachend, andscrewin the screweyes.

8. Cut andfold a wire coathangerto makeahandle,inserttheendsthroughthescreweyes,andbendtheendsso thehandlewill

DoughnutFeederMaterials:Doughnut

2 Jar lids12” StringHammerand nail

1. Usehammerandmakeasmall hole in thecenterof eachlid.

2. Threadthestring throughonelid, thenthroughtheotherlid.

3. Tie theotherend of thesthng onto atreebranchandlet it hang.(the lids and the

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NestingShelf(Forrobins,phoebes,andbarn swallows)Materials:1 4’ x 1” x 12” pineorfir board

14-18 1 1/2” 4-pennyfinishing nailsSawSandpaperDrillHammerHousepaint or woodstain

1. Sawthepartsof thenestingself(top,back,bottom,front, sidesandbrace)to thesizesshownin thedrawing.Measurecarefullybeforeyou cut!

2. Drill holesaround thebottom, or floor, ofthenestingshelfso thatrain andmoisturecandrainaway.

3. Sandall pieces. Make surethe edgesaresmooth.

4. Paintor stain all thepartsusingneutral-color housepaint or woodstain. Be suretocoverboth sidesandall fouredgesof eachpiece.

5. Nail thefront andright sidepiecesto thebottom. Drill 1/16” holes first to avoidsplittingthewood.

6. Attachtheleft side (drilling first eachtime).theback...the brace..andthe top.

7. Hangthenestingshelf6’ to 10’ up from thegroundon awall or a treetrunk thatfacesnorthornortheast,andwait for a family tomove in!

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1 cup wild bird seedWire1/2 lb. suetPringlepotatochipcan

1. Cut 6” holes in pringlecanin differentplaces.Wrap thecanin heavyfoil.Heatsuetin doubleboiler andmix with wildbird seed.

4. Pourinto can. Let this mixture cool andthenremovefoil.

5. Punchholesin top ofcan andputwirethroughto hangfeeder.

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Two Litter SodaBottle Bird FeederMaterials:Five(5) 2 liter sodabottles

2 10” piecesof 1/4” dowelBirdseedSiliconeglueor hot gluegun

Small eyeboltRopeor chain

Optional: Lid from 5 gal. plasticbucket

1. Enlargetemplatepatternto 13 1/2” x 7”.2. Cut off andsavethe top 3” of 4 bottles,

which will be usedasthe feederopenings.Trim to theshapeshown. It is alsohelpfulto removethebottomhalf of theneck(thatis later insertedinto thebody)to eliminateexcessivespilling of birdseed.

3. Removethelabel from 1 remainingbottle-that will be thebody of thefeeder,by fillingwith HOT water. This will softenthe label.Peelthelabeloff andremoveany remaininggluewith paint thinner.

4. Usethetemplateandwrapit aroundthebottomof thebottleasaguidefor drillingthe8 holes.

5. Diii all 8 holes1/4” in diameterandenlargethetop 4 holes to be approximately1 1/8” indiameter.Theseholesarefor insertionofthe4 neckpieces.It is alsodesirableto drillseveral1/8” holesin thebottomto allowwaterto drainout.

6. Inserttwo 10” piecesof 1/4” dowel into thebottom4 holes,to makeperches.

7. Glue the4 necksinto thebottle with sili-coneglueor hot gluegun. Make suretheremovedportionof neckis down.

8. A small eyebolt canbe insertedinto thebottle lid, to allow it to hangfrom apieceofropeor chain.

Optional:Screwthelid from a 5 gallon plasticbucketto thebottom,to catchspilled bird seed.This feederis suitablefor crackedsunflowerorwholeblack oil sunflowerseeds.

BleachBottleWall FeederMaterials: Bleachbottle

Bird seedWood screwsScissors

1. Cut bottle on onesideleavingone sideon.2. Attachto houseor shedwall with wood

screws.3. Fill with seed.

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PocketSundialTheSundial is theoldestscientific instrumentstill in use. Long beforemechanicalclocks andwatcheswereinvented,peopleusedsundialstotell time.

This sundialis calleda cylinder,or shepherd’sdial. It was widely usedhundredsof yearsagobecauseit was inexpensive,simple to makeandeasyto carry. Somedialsweremoreelaborate.GeorgeWashingtoncarrieda silverpocketdial

Materials:Woodendowel 1” thick(apieceofbroomstickwould do)

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top or thedowel, andscrew theeyeinto it.Thescreweyemustbe in thecenterofthedowelend.

3. Hammerthewire nail lightly into thedowelabout1/2” from thetop(theendwith thescreweye)Drive thenail in only far enoughto hold it firmly. Be surethenail sticksstraightout.

4. Useaphotocopymachineto copy thesundialgraph,andcarefullyCut it out alongthedottedlines. Also cut out thesmalldotted circle. You cancolor thehourlinesifyou like.

5. Wrap thegrapharoundthedowel,with thetop touchingthenail.

6. Overlaptheendsof thegraph,andtapeitwith cellophanetape. Don’t let thetapetouchthe dial. Leavethegraphalittle looseso it canturn freely on thedowel.

7. Pushthegraphup until it touchesthenail,andplacea thumbtackat thebottomof thegraphto keepit from sliding backdownDon’t put the tackthroughthegraph(thegraphmustturn).

8. Tie ashortpieceof stringto thescreweye.9. Glue thesmall circle that you cut Out to the

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sentthemonthsof theyear. Turn thegraphon thedoweluntil theletter for thecurrentmonthis directly below thenail.

2. Standwith yourbackto thesunandholdyour dial up by the string. (Thesunmustbeshiningfor the dial to work.)

3. Slowly rotatetheentiredial until theshadowof thenail pointsstraightdown.

4. The shadowof theheadofthenail willindicatethetime on thegraph. Eachcurvedline on thegraphstandsfor 2 differenthours. For example,(9a.m.and 3p.m.sharethesameline. If theshadowfalls hereit iseither9a.m.or 3p.m. Youmustdecidewhich time it really is.Note: During Daylight SavingsTime youwill haveto add 1 hourto thereadingto getthecorrecttime.

5. Important:Untilyou adjustthedial for yourlocation it will not readcorrectly.

How to Adjust Your Sundial1. Hold thedial up in thesunlightandsee

wherethenailheadshadowfalls. Readthetime on thegraph.

2. Now, readthetime on a normalclock orwatch. youmustadjustthe lengthof thenailuntil yourdial readsthesametime astheclock. You cansothis by slowly hammer-ing thenail in until thedial readscorrectly,or you maycut thenail off until it is correct.

3. Important:ifyou aredoing this duringDaylight SavingsTimeyou mustadjustthenail to readon hourlessthatwhat theclockreads. Later, whenusing thesundial,youmustaddonehourto thereadingto getthecorrecttime.

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Apple MonstersMaterials:Largeapple

ParingknifeWoodencraftstick(Popsiclestick)2 clovesFewgrainsof uncookedrice1 sockScissorsWhite glue

1. Carefullypeeltheskin off theapple,leavingasmall circle of skin at thestemend. Pushacraftstick into the bottom.

2. Carveadentfor eye,anda nose.3. Carveaslit for themouth.4. Pusha cloveinto eacheyesocket. Push

grainsof rice into theareaon top of andbelow themouthslit for teeth.

5. Set theapplein a warm,dry placefor acoupleof weeks. Checkit OFTENto besureit doesn’trot.If theplaceis too damp,theapplewillbeginto getgreenspots. If this happens,tryputting theapplein awarm oven(200de-greesF.) with thedoor slightly openfor anhour. Thatwill hastenthedrying.

6. As theappledries, you cansqueezeit andmold it into a facethat you like. Theapplewill getharderand harderand smallerasitdries.

7. Whentheappleis dry, makeabody for it,usingasock. Cut asmall hole in thetoeforthecraftstickto go through,andahole oneitherside ofthetoefor your fingersto stickOut andbe thepuppet’sarms. Decoratethesockwith fabric paint, orglueon decora-tions. You canalsoaddyarn hair, ormakeahat from aring cut from theankleend ofthe sock. Youcanhold onto thecraftstickwith threefingers andstick theothertwo outof theholes.


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Summer

BarometerMaterials:Glassjarwith a wide mouth(2 1/2”-

3” across)Acrylic paintsanda brush14” Balloon*ScissorsPieceof stringabout12” longPlasticdrinking strawTape8” x 12” pieceof posterboardMarkers

Checkthebagtheballoon comesin to find outits size. Most balloonsare9”; be surethis oneis a 14” one.

I. With thebrushandacrylic paint, paintdesignson thejar. Let it dry.

2. Cut theskinny endoff theballoon.3. Stretchtheballoonover themouthof thejar.

Pull it tight sothatno bumpsremainandthesurfaceis asnearperfectlyflat aspossible.

4. Wrapthestring aroundthemouthof thejar,over theballoon,andtie thestring, to helphold the balloon in place.

5. Cut both endsof thestrawatangles.6. Tapeoneend of thestrawflat againstthe

centerof theballoonwith a small pieceoftape.

7. Fold theposterboardin thirds, andtapeitintoa long triangularcolumn.

8. Standtheposterboardcolumnnext to, butnot touching,thetip of thestraw. Make asmallmark on thecolumnwherethetip ofthestrawis pointing.

9. After a few hours,checkthe barometer.Ifthe tip of thestraw is pointing higherorlower on thecolumn,makea markwhereitis pointing. Checktheweather,andmakeasymbolto indicateit. You might drawasmall sun or acloud,raindropsor snowflakes. Or you might usecoloreddotsorwrite out theweatherin words.

10.Continueto checkthebarometereveryfew


hoursfor a coupleof days(or longerif theweatherstaysthesame). Eachtime the tippointsto anewplace,makeamarkand notetheweather. Soonyou will beginto notice apattern,and you won’tneedto makeanynewmarks.You’ll notice thatwhenthetip of thestrawis on its way up, acertain kind of weatherfollows. “When thetip is goingdown, adifferentkind of weatherfollows. Useyourbarometerto predicttheweather.

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Spring

WormeryMaterials: Quart-sizedglassjar

SandDarkgardensoilTrowelWormsRottenleaves/compostSpraybottle of waterBlack constructionpaperbig

enoughto wraparoundthejarCellophanetapeScissorsSqueeze-onplasticfabricpaints

1. Placealayerofsandaround1 1/2” deepinthejar.

2. Placea layerof soil aroundthesamedepthon top of thesand.

3. Continuealternationlayersofsandand soil,smoothingeachlayerasyou go.Add 3 or 4 earthwormsto thetop layerofsoil.

5. Coverthetop layerwith a layerof rottenleavesor compost.

6. Spray the compostor leaveslightly withwater.

7. Cut blackpaperto fit aroundthe jar.8. Puta strip of tapedownoneshortedgeof

thepaper,about1” from theend.

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Eat dirt, you worm!Wormsdon’t justpushtheirway throughthesoil, theyeattheirway through. In asingle dayan earthwormgobblesup morethanits ownweight in dirt, sand,bits of leavesandgrass,andalmostanythingelsethat happensto be inits wayasit burrowsfrom oneplaceto another.By thetime thestuffcomesout theworm’sotherend, it hasbeengroundup andmixedwith theworm’sown body fluids andis aperfectfood for plants.

Winter

Bird’s MidwinterTreeMaterials:

AppleKiwi fruit2 oranges -

SomewholeclovesSomeheavycottonthreadNeedle*Raffia or heavystring orcord

*Raffia is availablein craft Stores.

1. Make agarlandof thecranberriesby string-ing themon a doubledlengthof thread.(Ifyou want,string somepoppedcorn with thecranberries.It will showup well if youdon’t havesnow,andthebirdslike it.)

2. Pushtheneedlethroughthemiddleof thepeanutsto makea peanutgarland.(continuedon next page)

Bagof wholecranberriesor otherRededibleberriesBag of peanutsin theirshells


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3. Slice the apple,the kiwi andoneof theorangescrosswise,sothat eachslicehasaprettypattern. Make theslicesratherthin(about1/4” thick).Put a loop ofraffia or cord throughthe edgeof eachslice. Useapointed stick or a smallscrewdriverto pokea hole to put thecord orraffia through. -

4. Make pomandersfor thebirds. (Theywon’teat thecloves,but thepomanderswill looknice on the tree.) Poke holesall over anorangewith an awl or a small screwdriver,andinsertsmallcloves.Cut4 piecesof raffia about 1’ long, andtiethemtogetherabout3”from theirends. Putthepomanderin thecenter,and tie theraffiatogetherat theotherend. Hangfrombranch.


3. Paintthetop, sides,backandfront with aneutral-colorlatex housepaint. Be sure thatall surfaces-bothsidesandtheedges-ofeachpiecearecovered.DON’T Paintthefeederbottom (inside);if you do, birds mighteatbits ofpaint astheypeckat theirfood.

4. PourLinseedoil Onto thefeederbottom andrub it in thoroughlywith arag to protectthewood.

5. Attachthefeederbackto thebottomwithwoodscrews.Drill holesfirst to avoidsplittingthewood.

6. Now(drilling first eachtime) screwon thesides...thefront...andthe top.

7. Give thefeedera final coatofpaint.8. Mount thefeederto thewindow sill with

cornerbracketsasshown.

Window Sill Bird Feeder

Materials:8’ x 1” x 12” pineorfir board(tomakethetop,bottom,sidesandback)

2’ x 1” x 3” pineor fir board(forthefront)

16-20#6 1 1/4” brassorgalvanizedwoodscrews

2 1 1/2” Cornerbmcketswith screwsSawSandpaperDrillScrewdriverBoiled linseedoilHousePaint

1. Sawthetop, bottom, sideandbackpartsofthe feederto sizesshownin thedrawing.

2. Sandall edgessmooth.

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PAPER MACHE

Papermacheis a simplewayof usingwetpaperandpasteto makesolid sculpture.Thisform of art is inexpensive,light andeasytowork with.

Boyslove themessinessof paper-macheandthefinishedproduct,sodon’t be afraidtotackle it. Spreadaroundlots ofnewspapersorplasticdropandprotectthe boy’suniformswith old shirts.

MOLDS

Molds or formscanbe anythingthatwill holdits shapewhenwet. Examplesare:• Balloons- for pinatas,masks• Oval dishes- formasks,bowls• Chickenwire or clotheshangers-forpinatas,

animals,flowers,statuettes• Smallwoodframes- for animals• Ash trays,bowls - for ashtraysor bowels• Plasticbottles - for vases,people• Balls or wadsofpaper- for fruit, eggs,

animals• Cardboardtubes- for bracelets,arms,legs,

animals• Aluminum foil• Styrofoamshapes

HOME-MADE PAPERMACHE

Strin DaDermacheMaterials: 1 cup flour

Water

In preparingtheflour mixture, useonecupflour andenoughcold waterto form a heavyand thickpaste. Slowly continueto addwater

until themixturebecomesacreamypaste.Mixing is easierif awire whip oreggbeaterisused.

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This methodis goodfor making largeheadmasksor stageprops. It is doneby alternatelyapplying 1 strips oftorn newspaperdippedinpaste.Whentearingnewspaper,rememberthatit hasagrainjustlike material. Tearfrom topdown lengthwise,it’s easier. Thesmallerthepiecesof newspaperthestrongerthepapermachewill be.

Dip newspaperstrips intopasteandapply inalternatingdirections. While pastingon thesquishystrips,mold theform with fingers.

Othertypesof papermaybe usedbut newspa-perabsorbswaterandpastemorequickly andthe tornedgesblendmoreevenlyfor an overall smoothsurface.

To makelargeheadmasks,applymacheto ablown-upballoon. Whencoveringaballoonwith thepapermix, geta blockof wood(makesuretheedgesare smoothor coverwith mask-ing tape). Blow up theballoonand tie aknot init. Tacktheballoon to themiddleof theblockofwood. Thisway theballoonwill notgetawayfrom you. Whenseverallayershavebeenappliedandaredry,theballooncanbedeflatedandremoved.

Boxes,trays, decorativepieces,statuettes,animals,pinatas,flowersandpuppetsareonlya few creativeideasthat canbe madefrompaper-mache.

tear, don’tcut strips

oil orgrease bowl 7~

cover bowl withm~che~let dry

Paint onother features

cut out eyes— mouth

urge balloon

csrdbO.rd collar

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For largeitems, suchasstageprops.makeanarmatureorfoundationfrom rolls of newspapertied together,or useachickenwire frame.Apply themacheon top of this foundation.

This methodis bestfor modelingsmallknickknacksandis muchlike usingclay. Spreadafull sheetof newspaperwith wallpaperpaste,crumpleup-the paperandproceedwith mold-ing to theshapedesired.Additional sheetsmaybe used,but shouldbe reinforcedwithwire wherejoined.

Layeredmethod

This methodcanbe usedfor makingjewelry,neckerchiefslides,etc. Cut squaresof newspa-per, 6 layers thick. CutOutpattern. Glue the7layerstogetherandwhile still damp,shapeasdesired. Allow to dry andpaint.

Napkin Dapermache

Thoroughlywet a bunchof papernapkinsinwater. Tearthemapartinto wadsand thenintotiny pieces.Placebits in bowl, sift on flour andwith hands,mix togetherinto asmoothmass.Add somelibrarypasteto mixture which isreadyto usewhenit is assmoothandpliableasclay.

Pulpymache


This is an instant-typemachethatcanbe madeathome. Fill aquartjarwith small piecesofnewspaper.Coverwith waterandlet soakovernight. Squeezeout theexcesswater. Fill ablenderwith two cupsof water,1/2 cup flour, 1Tbsp. white glue, 1 cup soakednewspaperandafew dropsof oil of wintergreento preventmold while drying. Blendwell andit’s readyto use. -

COMMERCIAL MACHES

Therearemanytypesofcommercialpaper-mache,mostareashreddedpaperof onekindor another. Somearefull of newsprint,othershaveno newsprint,but are ofcleanplain paper.Thepaperis macheis shreddedor “chewed” -

into varyingdegreesofcoarseness.Somearechewedpowderfine. To mostmerelyaddwater,kneedthepaperuntil consistencyof clayand applyto objectbeingcovered. Thedryingtime will varydependingon themacheused.

DRYING AND FINISHING

• Let paperrn-acheitems air day 2 ormoredayswhenpossible. Any heattendstomakeit shrink andbuckle.

• Fanscanbe usedto speeddrying.• Paintdriedobjectwith gessoor white latex

paintbeforepaintingwith coloredtempera. If usingacrylic paint, a basecoatis notneeded.

• Temperapaintedobjectsshouldbe sprayedwith aclearplastic finish or clearvarnishfor a protectivecoat.

SawdustmacbC HINTS FOR ALL METHODS

Mix 1 cup very fine sawdustwith 1/4 cupplasterof parisand 1/2 cup dry wall paperpaste. Mix well. Add waterto makesoftputty-likemixture. Squeezeandpatmixtureinto any greasedform or cast.

• When applyingmacheto an objectwhichneedsto be removed(bowl, vase,etc.)firstoil orgreasetheobjectso papermacheshellwill slip off easily. Vaselineworks very well.

Sheetmethod



• Oneway to seealternatelayersis to usecolorednewspaper(comic section)ononelayerandplain on thenext,

• Wadsof papercanbe usedto build upeyebrows,noses,lips, cheeks,etc.

• Ropeoryarncanbeusedforhair,whiskers,etc.• Counton macheprojectto lastthroughden

meetings.• The smallerthepiecesofnewspaper,the

strongerthepapermachewill be.

Un-PiggyBank (Chooseany animal)Materials: 1 Cup wheatpaste

10 Cupsof waterNewspaperstripsBalloonMasking tapePiecesof cardboardPlaincoloredpapertowelsKnifeCork stopperTemperapaintsHeavyyarnShellacor acrylic sealer

1. Pour wheat pasteinto water. Mix until it’ssmooth.

2. Put3 layersofpastednewspaperstripsarounda blown up balloon.

3. Let the balloon hang or sit on a bowl untildry.

4. Add featuresto theanimalby tapingonpiecesof cardboard.

5. Mix morepasteandcoverall of theanimalwith 3 morelayersof paperstrips.

6. For the last layer, useplain colored papertowelstrips.

7. After thepastedries useasharpknife to Cutaslit in thetop for coins. Also cut a holethesizeofa corkstopperfor thebottom.

8. Paintyourbankwith temperapaints.9. Glue on raisedlineswith heavyyarn.l0.Shellacover thewholebank.

Whenit’s dry, you arereadyto putyoursav-ings in thebank.

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PLASTER CRAFT

Plaster casting is a techniquewhich mostdenleaderslearn. It is especiallysuitableforpouringneckerchiefslides,butcanbe usedformakingcastsofanimaltracksandvariousgiftitems.

Whenyou starta plastercastingproject,besureto coveryourtable orworkbenchwithnewspapers.Plastercanbe messyandwillstick whenit hardens.

Regularplasterof pariscomesin bags,5poundsor larger,andcanbe purchasedathardwareor paint stores. Usethis for largemolds orplaques.Orthopedicplasterof parisis muchfiner andcanbe purchasedat drug-storesor hobbyshops. It is moreexpensivebutbetterthantheregularplasterfor smallmolds.

HOW TO MAKE CASTS

In additionto plasterof paris,you will needwater for mixing, a mixing container,asoapsolutionorgreaseto keepmoldsfrom sticking,a mold, andnewspapersto coveryourworkarea.

Usethe typeof mold bestsuitedfor yourproject. Commercialmolds,madefrom flex-ible vinyl or latex,plastic,orplasterareavail-ablein manyshapesandsizes.For specialprojects,try improvisingyourown moldsfromwood orcardboard,cookiecutters,sand,ormolding clay.

1. Beforeyou begin yourcastingproject,prepareyour mold to preventsticking.Usegreaseor oil for all moldsexceptlatexanda soapsolutionof onecup ofwaterandonetablespoonofliquid detergentfor latex molds.

2. To mix yourplaster,pourwaterinto a panordisposablecontainer.Useamountequalto sizeofmold. Sprinkleplasterslowly into wateruntil apeak

formsabovethesurfaceandallow to sit foroneminute. Stir gentlyto avoidairbubblesuntil themixture resemblesheavycream. Do not mix moreplasterthanyou can usequickly, asit will hardeninthreeto five minutes. Discardextraplaster.You cannotreuseit onceit hashardened.

3. To fill thesmall molds,pourplasterimmedi-ately andwork it intocreviceswith a toothpickor old paintbrush. Filllargermoldsthree-quartersfull, flexmoldswith yourhand,fill to top, and flexagain.

4. Allow castingto setbeforeremovingit frommold. Letplasterstandfifteen tothirty minutesfor smallermolds. If youpreparemold as above,thecastingwillcomeOut easily. Sandroughedges.Largermoldstakeoneto two hours. You will beableto carveandscrapethemwhile theyaredamp,

5. To finish thecasting,allow it to dry com-pletely,from oneto threedays. Whereairbubbleshaveformedandbrokenon thefinishedmold, scrapegently with a smallknife. Make athin solutionofplasterandwater(a dropis sufficient) andfill in thecavity. After repairhardens,smoothwithfine sandpaperandsandroughedgescare-fully.

IMPROVISED MOLDS

If you needa mold for a specialproject, tryimprovisingone. Useone of thefollowingideas:

1. Modelingclay is a goodbasefor moldsforsimpleshapessuchasneckerchiefslides.First, work theclay in yourhandsuntil it ispliable. Pressmodel,to be reproduced,firmly into clay andwithdraw gently. Oiltheclayimpressionbut do not usea soapsolution. Fill with plasterand allow to dry.



2. Waxedcartonsmakeexcellentmoldsforcandleholdersandsimpleashtrays. Do notgreaseor soapmold, asthewaxwill servethatpurpose.Fill mold with plasterandpressa smallbottle into plasterto makeadepressionfor an ashray or a candleholder.Allow largecastto setseveralhours. Youmaycarveand shapeplasterwhile it is stilldamp.

3. Woodenorcardboardframesare neededforcastingtracksandleaves. Placeframesaroundanimaltracksandpourplastertomakea negativecast. To makealeafcast,placea leafon waxedpaper,setup framearoundit andpourplaster.

4. Odd-shapedcontainersmakegoodmoldsforashtrays. Try flutedpaperplatesto makepaperweightsandcandleholders.

5. Mold insertswill helpyou makepracticalandstrongerashtraysandcandleholders.Make ashtraysby placingfruit-jar lidupsidedown in bottomof themold. Forcandleholdersusebottle tops, pourplaster.Whenplasterdries,removeashtray orcandleholderfrom mold andturn rightsideup.

polish soaksin, try sprayingovertemperawithclearplasticbeforeapplyingshoepolish. Thiswill give a copperfinish. Commercialan-tiquing finishesare alsoavailable.

Glazeyourplastercraftprojectby applyingtwo coatsof varnish, lacquer,or clearfigureglaze.

Flockingwill improvemanyplasterobjects.To flock a model,coverdrypaintedor tintedcastwith a liquid adhesive.Sift theflockingmaterialevenlyovermold. Thecolor of thepaint andflocking shouldbe thesame.

PAINTING PLASTER

Youmaytint theentireobjectby addingtemperaor foodcoloringwhile stirringplasteror you maypaint theobject. Manykinds ofpaint will soakintoplasterbecauseit is porous.Sealtheplasterwith aspraysealer,sprayplastic, gesso,or plain latex wall paint. Afterthesealeris dry, anytypeofpaint canbeapplied. Enamelandlacquerwill leaveaglossyfinish, whereaswaterbasepaintswillusuallyleaveadull finish. Thelattercanbegivenafinal coatofclearshellacor sprayvarnishfor aglossyfinish. Avoid mixinglacquersandenamels- thepaintwill bubbleandpeel. For an antiquefinish, paint the objectwith blue-greentempera.Allow to dry. Thencoatobjectwith dark brownshoepolish andwipe it off with asoft cloth. If too muchof the

1. Excessplasteris usefulin manyways.Tryusing it to makework basesformodelingclayorpottery,plaques,basesfordisplaymodels,paperweights,hotdish holders,and plasterblanksfor carving.Preparetin or aluminumpiepanmoldswithsoapsolutionandpourplastermixtureintothesevatsto makebases.

2. Disposingofleftoverplastercan be aprob-lem if you neglectafew simplerules.Allow driedplasterto soakloosefrommixing pan andpourinto disposablecon-tainer. Whenplasteris dry, throw intogarbageor rubbishcans. Don’t throwexcessplasterdown yoursink drain or dumpit nearshrubbery.Plasterwill clog grainsandkill sometypesof shrubbery.

LEFTOVER PLASTER


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PRINTING,PAINTING AND

STENCILINGPrintingandstencilingaregoodcraftsfor CubScouts. Simpleprinteddesignscanbe usedinmanywaysto decorateparty invitations,greetingcards,stationery,napkins,gift wrap-ping paper,bookcovers,wood,t-shirtsandscarves. Naturalmaterialsform an excellentbasefor designsfor blockprint or stencils.Cub Scoutscanlook for shells,acorns,grasses,or leavesto be usedfor printing. Thematerialsandequipmentusedaresimpleandinexpensive.

Thesesimpleprinteddesignscanbe usedinmanywaysto decorateparty invitations,greetingcards,stationery,napkins,andgiftwrappingpaper. Thesemethodsareusefultoo,in preparingdecorativemenus,programs,andticketsfor variousbanquetsandentertainments.Someofthedesignsandshapescanbe com-bined to form pictures,also.

PRINTING

Block PrintingMaterials:Paneofglass

Pieceofinner tubeor linoleumScissorsorknifeBlock of woodWhite glueOil-baseprinting inkBrayer (roller)Ragsor papertowelsTurpentinePaperor fabricto print on

Remember:Designwill print thereverseofwhatyou seeon theblock. If thereis anyletteringor a designthat hasaright andleft, itshouldbe gluedto block backwards.

1. Draw designon paperandtrace it on innertube,pieceoffelt, orpieceof linoleum. Cutout. (Knife will be neededto cut linoleum).


Theinnertubeblock requiresvery littlepressureandholdsthe ink well.

2. Glue this designto top ofblock of wood.Let dry.

3. Squeezeasmall amountof ink Onto paneofglass. Pushbrayeroverglassuntil it is evenlycoveredwith ink.

4. Roll brayerover thedesignon theblock.5. Presstheblockdownfirmly on paperor

fabric.

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PotatoPrintingMaterials:Knife

PotatoesPaperTowelsWater-colorfelt-tippedmarkersPotatopeelerPosterPaintsPaintbrush

Paper

1. Cuta largepotatoin half.2. Blot moisturefrom thepotato’ssurfacewith

apapertowel.3. Draw asimpledesignon thepotato’ssur-

facewith a coloredfelt-tippedmarker.4. With a potatopeeleror knife, scoopaway

thepartof thepotatothat surroundsthedrawndesign. Thedesignshouldberaisedabovethepotato’ssurface.

5. Poura little posterpaintonto apaperplate.6. Spreadpaintovertheplatewith apaint

brush.7. Eitherpressthepotatointo thepaintor

brushthepaint directly onto thedesign.8. Pressthepaintpotatodesignonto apieceof

paper.9. Lift thepotatocarefullyto seeyour print.

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SoongePrintingMaterials:Flat sponge,about 1/2 inch thick

Felt tip markingpenScissorsTemperapaintPaintbrushPaperfor printing

1. Draw asimpledesignon spongewithmarkingpen. Cut spongein this shape.

2. Wet thespongeandsqueezewateroutthoroughly.

3. Dip dampspongein thinposterpaintandpressit gently on the paper. Thetiny holeson thesurfaceofthespongewill notprint,but theareasbetweentheholeswill leaveanunusualdesignon thepaper.

PAINTING

StringPaintingMaterials:String 12” long(stringsfrom bags

ofcharcoal,catfoodanddogchowwork great)

White constructionpaperTemperapaintPlasticspoons

1. Fold the constructionpaperin half like abook. Openit andlay thestring insidethepaper,with oneend of thestring sticking outso you canpull it.

2. Usethe plasticspoonsto dropa smallamountofpaintonto thepaperandstring.

3. Closethepaperwith thepaintandstringinside. Presson it with onehandandgentlypull out thestring with theotherhand.

4. Openyourstringpainting. Replacethestring and addadifferentcolor of paint.

5. Let it dry openandflat.


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MarblePaintingMaterials:Empty detergentbox 8” x 11” x 2 1/2”

White constructionpaperCellophanetapeTemperapaint in differentcolorsPlasticspoonsSeveralmarbles

1. Cut the top of thedetergentbox on threesidesso it flaps openand shut.(Youwillslide the paperin and out throughthisopening.)

2. Cut oneside out of thedetergentbox.3. Slidea sheetof white paperinto thebox.

Anchorthepaperwith cellophanetape.4. Tapetheflapof thebox closed.5. Usetheplastic spoonsto dropasmall

amountof temperapaint onto thepaper.6. Put severalmarblesin the box. Tip thebox

backandforth, Up anddown,sothemarbleswill roll throughthepaint, spreadingthepaintin designson thepaper.

7. Add somedifferentcolorsofpaint. Roll themarblesagain.

8. Let thepainting(andmarbles)dry in thebox.Thenslidethepaintingfrom thebox.

9. Washthemarblesin hot, soapywaterandsavethemfor anotherday.


SnatterPrintsPrintscanbe madeof leavesor fernscollectedon anaturehike,or designscanbe cut frompaperor cardboard.Materials: Objector Cut-outdesignforprinting

ConstructionpaperScreenwire, about8” x 10”Old toothbrush,straightpinsColoredink, shoepolishor tempera

paintNewspapers

1. Spreadworkingareaswith newspapers.2. Placeobjectto be printedon construction

paperandsecure,with straightpins.3. Dip toothbrushin paint or ink andshake

until almostdry. Holdingscreenabout6”aboveconstructionpaper,brushacrossscreenwith toothbrush. Brushawayfromyourself.

4. Let paintor ink dry, thenremoveobjectfrom paper.

Suggestion:Tryusingwhite shoepolishtospatterdesignon coloredpaper.

OverlapSpatterPrints

Lay a leafon white paper. Spatterwith redtemperaandremoveleaf. Washscreenandtoothbrush.Whenpaintis dry, placea second,differentshapeleafoverlaping thefirst design.Usingacleantoothbrush,spatterwith yellowtempera.Allow to dry and lift.



CrayonRubbingsMaterials:Darkcrayons,chalkor pencil

Thinpaper

1. Find a surfacewith an interestingtexture,suchasa specialtombstone,monument,manholecover,treestumporchurchdoor.

2. Hold or tapethepaperoverthesurfaceandrubhardwith thesideof thepencil,crayonorchalk.

3. Anothergoodrubbing materialis a heavy,black,waxymixturecalledheelball,avail-ablefrom shoerepairshops.

4. Theseunusualdesignscanbe framedwith apieceofposterboardor constructionpaper,orput in a scrapbook.

Stencilsaremadeby cuttingouta designandusing theholeor thecut-outshapeto printpatterns.Materials:Thin cardboardorplasticmar-

garine tub lidsThickposterpaintsStyrofoamtrayClip-typeclothespinsPiecesof spongeFabric paints(for cloth)Scissorsor an X-actoKnife.

1. Draw ashapeon somethincardboardor aplasticmargarinetub lid. Pushthescissorsthroughthecardboardandcut neatlyaroundtheshape,beingcarefulnot to teartheedges.An X-actoknife worksbestonplastic lid.

2. Younow have2 stencils. OnehastheshapeCut Outof it, which you candabpaint

through. Theotheris a cut outshape,whichyou candabpaint around,

3. Hold stencildownon asheetof paper,(besureto put thelip of the lid up sothat stencilwill lay flat) being carefulnot to moveit.Fold asmall piece of spongein half andclipit in theclothespinto useasadauber.Dipthespongein posterpaint anddabthepaintthroughthestencil.

4. Carefully lift thestencil off theand let thepaint dry. if you like, put the stencil cut-outs overthecoloredshapesand dabadifferentcolor aroundtheedges.

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StencilingPaperMaterials:Shirtcardboard

CandleIron

1. Rub shirtor similarweightcardboardwithcandle.

2. Iron with moderatelywarm iron to meltcandlewax into cardboard.

3. Allow to cool. Whenyour stencilpaperiscompletelycool it is readyto use.Drawyourdesignon thepaperandcut it out withan X-actoknife.

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FabricPainton ClothFabricpaintis a specialpaintthat canbeappliedto cloth. Thecloth maybe washed,oncethepainthasdried. Fabricpaint is avail-ableatcraftstores;directionsfor useare listedon the bottle or jar.Materials:Cloth (item to be stenciledsuchas

t-shirt, scarfor tote bag)NewspapersStencilFabric paintsBrushor dauberPapertowels

1. Pin cloth on newspapersandpin stencil inplace. Be sureto usesmall amountsof paintand to cleanexcessoff brushon papertowelbeforeapplyingto cloth, If brushhastoomuchpaint, thepaint will pile up underthestencil edgesandwill alsomaketheclothtoo stiff. Do thepaintinggradually.Lift stenciloff carefully.Letpaint dry,and pressasdirectionsonpaintsindicate.

4. Cleanstencil andbrushes.

To stencilwoodenarticles,follow thesamedirectionsanduseoil, enamelorposterpaints.

SAND ART


ColoringSandMaterials:Sand(white preferably)

Dry temperapowderJar

Mix ingredientsandshakewell.

WoodorCardboardasBaseMaterials:Woodorcardboardfor base

ScrappaperTapePapercupsor bowlsSprayplasticor varnishColoredsandBeachor mason’ssandNewspaperPencilGlue & lid to diluteglueQ-tip or toothpickContainerfor waterPaintbrushPattern

1. If usinga woodboard,theboardshouldbecut to theappropriatesizeandshape,sandedandeitherpaintedorstained.

2. Placenewspaperundercardboard.3. Planyourdesignon scrappaper. Use

traditional motifsor makeup yourown.4. Transferpatternto cardboardby covering

the backofthepatternwith pencil leadandplacingthepatternon the cardboard.Drawtheoutlineof thepattern.

5. If you desireto coverthebackgroundwithsand,useapaint brushto covertheentiresurfaceof theboardor cardboardwithdiluted glue(1/2 glue, 1/2 water) Sprinklesandover areaand shakearoundon board(like flouringa cakepan). Keepbackgroundlight in color so you canseedesignthroughsand. Allow areato dry a coupleofminutesbeforegoing to nextcolor.

6. Shakeexcessoff on newspaper.Foldnewspaperat creaseandfunnelexcesssandbackinto container.

7. Working in small areas,sogluewill not drybeforesandis applied,applyglue with a

2.3.



paintbrushor Q-tip to yourdesign. Wait afew minutesbetweencolors, sosandwill setandcolors will notmix.

8. To pourthesandeasily,makeseveralsmallconesor funnelsOut of paperandtapethemclosed. Put adifferentcolor in eachconeand tapgently to releasethe-coloredpigment.

9. A secondlayerof sandcanbe addedfordepth.

l0.Giveyour pictureafinal protectivecoatofsprayplasticorvarnish.

Note: Coloredyarn or heavycord canbe usedfor outlining orto fill in small areas.

SAND PAPER AS A BASEMaterials:Light coloredsandpaper

ScrappaperSoft pencilTapePapercupsor bowlsGlueQ-tip, toothpickorpaintbrushSprayplasticor varnishColoredsandPowderedherbsandspices

1. Plan designon scrappaper.2. Outline designon sandpaperwith pencil.3. Apply glueon designwith apaintbrush,Q-

tip or toothpickfor onecolor of sandat atime.

5. Useconesto “drip” thecoloroverthe lines.6. To preservea design,sprayseveralimes

with sprayplasticor varnish.

SAND CASTINGMaterials:Sand

PlasterandwaterContainerfor waterContainerfor mixing plasterFramefor theplastercasting(flat

box, Styrofoammeattray, or tinfoil pie tins)

Tools for diggingandmolding(knife, spoon,cups,cans)

Decorations(shells,bottle caps,wood, etc.)

NewspaperFoil

1. Putnewspaperor foil underyourframe.2. Fill theframewith wet sand. Don’t get the

sandtoo sloppy.3. Dig andpokeandscoopthesanduntil you

havecreatedadesignyou like. Use anytools you canfind that will makeinterestingshapesandpatterns.Rememberthat yourcastingwill be theoppositeof thedesignyou create.Holesyou pokeinto thesandwill be “bumps” on theplaster.

4. Mix theplasterby pouringit into warmwater (if available). Stir andmix theplasterwith yourhandsuntil it is creamyandthick.

5. Pourtheplasterinto a mold. You shouldpourit atleast1 or 2 centimetersthick.

6. Wait aboutan hour. Thencarefullypick upthecastingandshakeoff the loosesand.


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SAND SCULPTUREMaterials: Colored sand (commercially

available,or color your own)A containerfor eachcolor ofsandContainerfor sculpture(startwith

small jars,progressto larger)A sharpobject (suchasknitting

needle,pencil, wire)A bentspoon

1. Poura layerof white sandin jar. Rotatejarbetweenhandsto level sand.

2. Thecoloreddesignis built up next to theinside edgeof thejar. A centercoreofwhite sandis maintainedto backup yourwork. A funnel is usefulfor this. Be surethe centercorealwaysstayshigher. Thiswill notonly supportyourwork on theedgesbut will alsoeliminateusing too muchcoloredsand.

3. It helpsto makea coloredsketchof thedesignbeforebeginningsculpture,sotherewill be somethingto look at.

4. Useonly small amountsof coloredsandinspoon. Hold spoonnext to insideedgeofjarandlet sandfilter downsideofjar.

5. As you work with eachlayerof sand,rotatejar while it restson table. It is bestto workwith jar ateyelevel. Do notpick up andsetdown jarbecausethis will causesandtoshift andmix with othercolors.

6. Varydepthofsandaroundedgesto depictmountains,valleys,deserts,clouds,andotherdesigns.Mountains - form severallarge lumpsabout1” high. Then with a differentcolor,makesmallerbumpsbetweenthebig peaks.Waves- Using greenorbluesand,formseveralirregularlumps. Poura thin, evenlayerof white sandon top. Quickly jab thelumps severaltimeswith a pointedtool tocreaterolling oceanwaves.Birds - Form asingle,flat bottomedmound.Pressa pointedobjectinto the center,form-ing a ‘V’. Thenfill in aroundthebird withthesamecolor sandasyour background.

7. When designis complete,fill jar all the wayto thetop with white sand.

8. Letsculpturesetseveralhoursto settle.Then sealtop with paraffin or acommercialsandsculptureseale


Spoon sandalong Innersurface ofJar.

Grain by grainyour Paintingtumbles intoplace.

Different colorsare layered toform an abstractdesign.

It’s easya ‘bird’.

to make

Shells or rocksadd a flnlshlngtouch on top.



STAINED GLASS

Stainedglasswindows arefoundin manychurchesand aremadefrom lead-encasedglass.

Cub Scoutscanmaketheirownstainedglassthat is beautifulandinexpensive.Glue andfoodcoloringmixed togetherand appliedtoglasswill givetheappearanceof expensivestainedglass.

HELPFUL HINTS

1. Glue mixture is madefrom Elmer’swhitegluewith foodcoloringaddedto achievethedesiredcolor.

2. Babyfoodjars areexcellentfor storingmixed glue. If storedgluemixturebecomestoo thick, addafew dropsof wateruntil thedesiredconsistencyis reached.

3. Glue mixture colorswill dry darkerthantheyappearwhenwet.

4. Whenapplyinggluemixture,brushassmoothlyaspossible. Two light, thincoatsarebetterthanon heavycoat. UseQ-Tips with apieceofnylon hoseovercottonfor painting

5 .11 two colorstouch,allow thefirst color todry beforeapplyingthesecond.

6. To brightenor darkenacolor, addadditionalcoatsof thegluemixture.

7. Whenapplyingthegluemixture to plastic,metal,tabs,mirror, foil pansor tinfoil, ~plaincoatof Elmer’swhite gluemustbeappliedover thedesignandallowedto drybeforeusing thecoloredgluemixture.

8. To transferpatternsto mirror, color thebackofthepatternwith white crayon. Placethepatternon top of themirror andtracearoundthepatternwith aball-pointpen. Whenpatternis removed,awax tracing willremain. Coloredgraphitepapermaybe usedto transferpatternson glassor wood.

9. Metal tabsmustbe flattenedbeforeapplyingany glue. Theglue tendsto puddlein themiddleif thetab is still curved.

lO.Thecoloredgluemixturemaybe usedaspaint for Styrofoam.

11.If this techniqueis usedon acontainerthatshould be washedoccasionally(candyjar,for example),afterthedesignis thoroughlydry, spraythecontainerwith two or threelight coatsof aceramicfixative. This willgive afrosty effect andprotectthecontainerfrom light cleaning. Do notsoakthesecontainersin waterevenaftersprayingwithfixative.

l2.If you mix gluewith powderedtemperaanda few dropsof water,paintwill be opaqueandnot transparent.

Flat glassorplastic mustbe cut to desiredsize.Plasticsheetscanbe scoredandcut as you doglass. Dealerswill Cut glassto desiredsizes.Selectpattern. Placethepatternundertheglass. It’s abig help to theboysto havethepatterncolor coded,but theycanalsousethecolorsof theirchoice. Someboyswill needmorehelpdecidingon colorsthanothers-

know yourboys. Traceoutlineof thepatterninblackpermanentmarker. Do theblackoutlineon oneside. Turn theprojectover. Do thecolorson theotherside. If this is notpossible,remindtheboysto becarefulgoing aroundtheoutlinebecauseit will comeoff on thepen youareusing. This is only aproblemwith thelightcolorssuchasyellow. Havescrappaperhandyto cleanthetip from time to time. Keepawhitepieceof paperundertheproject. It willmakethepatterneasierto seeanddo. Letyourimaginationgo and havefun with this craft.

SAFETY

Properventilationdueto fumesfrom perma-nentmarkersis highly suggested.When usingglass,makesurethatall edgesarecoveredwithtapeto avoid cuts. Any tapewill do,butcoloredplasticor cloth tapewill look like aframefor theproject.


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STAINED GLASS COLOR BLENDINGCHART

# of drops of food coloringColor Red Yellow Green Blue

Orange 1 31Coral 3

Lime 3 1Chartreuse 12 1Aqua 2Turquoise 1Orchid 5Purple 3Violet 1Toast 3 4 1

PROJECT IDEAS

Ideasareunlimited whenoneusesone’simagination. Here’sa few:

• Small bottles - toothpickholdersor vases• Plasticboxes- jewelryboxes,sewingkits or

pictureframes• Flatplasticor glass- tie slides,signs,rings,

suncatchers,candleholdersor key chains

PATTERNS

Coloringbooksaregoodresources,or becreativeandfreehandthem. Patternsizesmaybe enlargedor reducedby mostcopy machinesat local printing shops. Patternsneedto bekeptsimple,withoutmuch detail.

OTHER MATERIAL

Pipecleaners,pins, glueorhot gluegun for tieslidesandpins. Tapeand small wire or fishingline for suncatchersandChristmasornaments.

~tained Glass Thru the Looking GlassPatterns

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__TStainedGlassCandleMaterials:Permanentblackmarker

Baby foodjarColoredgluemixturePatternFoodwarmercandleTapeBrush

1. Tapepatternto insideofjar. Tracepatternwith blackmarker.

2. Paintoverpatternon outsideof jarwithdesiredgluemixture. Brushon asevenlyaspossible. If two colorsin patterntouch, letthefirst dry beforeapplyingthe secondcolor.

3. After gluemixturehasdried,placea foodwarmercandlein thejar andlight.



StainedGlassMobileMaterials:Glassblanks(l” x 2” or 2” x 4”)

ColoredgluemixtureElmer’sGlueWireCordBraid or coloredtapeGold or silver spraypaintPattern

1. Placeglassoverthedesignandpaint withcoloredgluemixture. Paintin evencoats.

2. Glue loop ofcord to thetop of theglassandtapetheedgesof theglasswith coloredtape.

3. Cut four piecesofwire in thefollowinglengths:one 18”, one9”, two 12”: Bendeachlength ofwire in acurveandspraypaint. Usecord to attachglasspiecestomobile.

StainedGlassPinewoodDerbyTroDhvMaterials:Foil tins

Elmer’sgluePatternScissorsFine sandpaperMystic tapeStyrofoamrectanglesfor trophy

base(one6” x 3 1/2”, one4” x2” andone 1” x 2”)

1. Placepatternoverthesmoothpartof apietin. Useablunt point of apencil andretracethe design,pressingdownso that it will betransferredto thefoil. Cut aroundthedesign. Smooththeroughedgesof thecarwith fine sandpaper.

2. Paintplain Elmer’sglueon thecarwherethecoloredgluemixture is to be applied.Both sidesofthecarmaybe painted. Whentheplain glue is dry,repaintthecarwithcoloredgluemixture. If usingmore thanon

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color, let thefirst color dry beforeapplyinga secondcolor.

3. To makethebasefor thetrophy,gluetherectanglestogetherandsetasideto dry.After thebaseis dry, usethedesiredgluemixture to painttheStyrofoambase. Afterthecoloredglue is dry,cut a slit downthemiddle of thebase,usea coloredmystic tapearoundtheedgesof theStyrofoam. Tocompletethetrophy,placeglue in theslitandpresscarinto the base.



TIE SLIDES

DECEMBER / HOLiDAY MAGIC

WoodenTreeMaterials:Triangularpiecesofwood chips

PopsiclestickCircularpieceof woodPaintBeadsHot GlueSmallcurtain ring

1. Glue triangularwood shipsfor branchesofChristmastreeon a popsiclestick. Addcircularpieceat thetop.

2. Paintgreen.3. Trim by painting,addingbeads,etc.4. Hot glue to curtainring on back.

Variation:Glue greenfelt treeshapetopopsiclestick anddecoratewith beadsandsequins.

RudolDh SlideMaterials:Flatclothespin

CopingsawSandpaperStainorpaintGlue7 mm. eyesBrown felt6 mm. beadFine-linemarkersPlasticring.

1. Cut “legs” of clothespin off with copingsaw. Thesewill not be used.

2. Sandandstain orpaintclothespin headalight brown.

3. Turn clothespin upsidedown (cut-off partbecomestop ofhis head)

4. Glue on eyes.5. Traceantlerpatternonto brownfelt. Cut out

andglueto head.6. Glue on beadfor nose.7. Draw mouthwith markeror paint.8. Glueplasticring on back.

“Big Foot” SlideMaterials:Pieceof foil

Ring of foil or flexible cardboardPlasterof parisGlueClearacrylic spray

1. Work on a pieceoffoil. Insidea ring offoilor flexible cardboard,pourthin plaster.

2. Makefootprint with fingers. Allow to drycompletely.

3. Glue ring on theback.4. Sprayslidewith clearacrylic sprayand

allow to dry.

JANUARY I EXPLORING ALASKA



FEBRUARY / BLUE AND GOLDTRADITIONS

FlagTie SlideMaterials:Plasticbottle

PlasticcurtainringFeltAcrylic ormodelpaintTapeCoursesandpaperGlue

MARCH IWHEELS, WINGS ANDRUDDERS

BarBell Tie SlideMaterials:2 Woodenbeads

WoodglueDowel rod 1 1/2 longPaintPipecleanerDrill

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1. Glue 2 woodenbeadsto oppositeendsofdowelrod.

2. Paintblackandadd weightnumbers.3. Loop andglue pipecleanerinto backof

beadswheresmall holeshavebeendrilled.

PlasterofparisSmallplasticringPaints

Cub ScoutEmblemsTie SlideMaterials:Molds Cub Scoutemblemsor Scout

Traffic Light Tie SlideMaterials:Light cardboardor vinyl

sign Scissorsor knife3 bradsPaintorpermanentmarkersVinyl stripGlue

1. Pourplasterinto molds2. Put ring in plasterjustbeforeit is Set. Dry 1. Draw lineswith pencil ormarker. Cut out

completely. design.3. Removefrom moldsandpaints. 2. Paintbradsred, greenandyellow.

3. Punchsmall holeandpushbradsthrough,, andsecureon theback.

4. Cut vinyl strip, andmakethe ring for the

1. Enlargepatternto desiredsize. Make a

back. Glue into place.

paperpattern. Traceit onto a plasticbottleandCut Out, using tapeto hold thepatternin placewhilecutting.

2. On backside ofplastic,usingsandpaper,roughup theplastic.

3. Cut felt backing,slightly smallerthantheplastic.

4. Sewtheplasticring to theCenterof thefelt.5. Glue felt to plasticback.6. Painta flag on thefront.

APRIL / SHAPEUP


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MAY I BACK TO NATURE


JUNEI STRONG FOR AMERICA

BirdhouseSlideMaterials:1/8’ plywood or corrugatedcard

boardSaw or heavyscissorsPaintor stainGlueSandpaperDrill

1. Cutpiecesfrom plywood or cardboard.2. Drill holesandsandedges.3. Glue together.4. Paintor stain.

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Bird in a NestSlideMaterials: Largeburr acorn

SphagnummossPlasticbirdPlasticringWhite gluePlummer’sglueor

1. Removecenterfrom acorn. Washin soapywater,rinse anddry.

2. Coverinsidewith glue; put in somesphag-num moss.

3. Glue bird to moss.4. Glue plasticring to sideof acornwith

plummer’sglueorepoxyglue.

AmericanFlagTie SlideMaterials: 3 Partswhite glueto 1 partwarm

waterJarorbottle with screwtop lidBalsawoodor cardboard1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipePostagestamporpicturefrom a

magazinePaintbrushGlue

1. Combinegluewith waterin jar or bottle.Shakeuntil well mixed. This gluemaybestoredindefinitely.

2. Cut a pieceof balsawood or cardboardlargeenoughto holdtheselectedpicture.

3. Brusha thin layerof glueto thebacksurfaceof thepicture. Lay thedesignonto thecardboardor woodand smoothOut all airbubblesandwrinides. Let dry.

4. Glue thering of PVC pipeto thebacktoform theslide.

Cub ScoutSlideMaterials:Clothespin

PaintMarkersConstructionpaperor feltYellow clothGlueWire or string1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipeHot glue

1. Paintface,hands,arms,shoesand blueuniform on clothespin, usingmarkers.

2. Hat - Cut out ofblueconstructionpaperorfelt. Slit andlap edgesovereachothertoform slight coneshapefor hat.

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3. Neckerchief- Cut triangleout ofyellowcloth, fold andwraparoundneckof clothespin. Fastenwith string or wire.

4. Glue PVC pipeto backto makethe slide.

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LeatherTie SlideMaterials: Leatherpieces

LeathertoolsLeatherstampsor permanent

markersVinyl lace

1. Tracepatternonto leather.Cut out andpunchholes.

2. Stampdesignor decoratewith markers.3. Lacetogetherat thebackto fasten.

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— TreeBranchSlidesMaterials:A Slice of treebranchwith bark

left onLeatherorvinyl strip 1/2’x 2 3/4”Stapleror nailsEnamelpaintVarnish,shellacormod podgePostagestampor stickerswith

pioneerdesigns

1. Sandlightly on thetop surface.2. Stapleor nail strip to back3. Decoratewith Postagestampor sticker.

Glue in placeusingwhite glueor modpodge.

4. Sealtop surfacewith varnish,shellacor modpodge.

Variation:Decoratetop with markersand seal.

CoonSkin CaøMaterials:Scraptanfakefur

Black markerWhite glueCardboardI” of 5/8” PVC pipe

1. Cut fakefur into a 1” x 4” strip asshown.Tail maybe cut from separatepieceit maybe cutfrom thesamepiece.

2. Color thefur asshown. Stripeson the“cap”shouldbe lighter thanthoseof the“tail”.

3. Cutandgklueonto a 1’ high tubeor usePVC pipe. Glue thehatand tail to thetube.

WJULY / BUCKSHIN PIONEERS

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AugustlWater Fun

Materials: White pineor balsawoodBurned matchToothpickTriangleof white orredfabricPlasticormetalring cutin halfSmall constructionpapertriangleStraightpinKnifeSandpaperDrillGlue

1. Whittle andsandhull. It is flat on backandcurvedon front.

2. Drill 3 holes...(1) in top for matchmast...(2)in backfor plasticor metalring.

3. Glue mastin place. Glue boomto loweredgeof sail.

4. Glue sail and boommastandlet dry.5. Glue ring in place. While it is drying, make

small (tiny) flag for stern. Glue to straightpin andattach.

Bug-In-A-BottleMaterials:Small plasticpill bottle with snap

off lidPipecleanerIce pickTwig andSandLive insect (optional: plasticinsect)

1. Useahot icepick to punch2 holesin onesideofthebottle to slip apipecleanerthroughfor tie loop. Punchoneortwosmall air holesin top oflid with hot icepick.

2. Add atwig to thebottle, andsomesand.3. Find an insectto put on display.(Changethe

exhibitoften,allow thebug to return“to thewild”.)

Policeman’sWhistleTie SlideMaterials: Small toy whistle

SmallplasticringGlue

1. Attachwhistle to aplasticring.

OCTOBER I ACHIEVEMENT PARADE

CubCapTie SlideMaterials: Foameggcarton

PlasterofparisPlasticcoatedwire 14-16gaugeStiff BluepaperGlueScissors

Optional: Stickersof Cub Scoutrank (Wolf,BearorWebelo)

1. Partially fill an egg cartoncup with plaster.2. Whenplasteris nearlyset, insertwire

formedin asemi-circle.3. Cut thebill of thecapfrom thestiff blue

paperandglueon.4. Paintthecap to matchtheboy’s rank.

Stickerscanbe addedto front to showtheboy’s rank. (Wolf.BearorWebelo)

SEPTEMBER I EXPLORING YOURNEIGHBORHOOD


NOVEMBER IHARBORS,STATIONSAND AIRPORTS

AirDlane Tie SlideMaterials:Smallwoodenclothespin

Pipe cleanerLight weightcardboardGlueFoil pie panThumbtackMarkers

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1. Putpipecleanerring betweenprongsorclothespin.

2. Cut 2 eachof wing and tail patternfromcardboard.

3. Glue wing piecesand uppertail piecestogether.Glue tail tabsto endof prongs.

4. Cut propellerfrom foil pie pan. Thumbtackit to top of clothespin.

5. Decoratewingsandtail.

WEBELOS TIE SLIDES

AQUANAUT

SharkFinMaterials: Thinwood (paneling)

GluePaint1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipe

1. Cut the2 piecesshown.2. Paintpieces.3. Glue fin behindthewater.4. AttachthePVC ring to back.

RescueRingMaterials:Soil foamring

Redpaintor markers1/2’ lengthof 5/8” PVC pipe

1. Cut thering in half. 1/2per boy.2. Draw lettersandlinesonto ring half.3. Color in lettersandlineswith red paintor

markers.4. AttachthePVC ring to theback.


Cub ScoutRankLeatherSlideMaterials:Scrapsof leatherorvinyl

PermanentmarkersLeathertoolsPipecleanersorvinyl laceBobcat,Wolf, Bearor Webelospin

1. Cut leatherandpunchholes.2. Decoratewith markersor attachrank pin3. Fastenwith pipecleanerorvinyl lace.

SEAR

BOBCAT PIN


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ARTIST

Artist PaletteMaterials:Light cardboard

Markers1/2” lengthof PVC pipeGlue

1. Cut shapebelow from cardboard.2. Add color spotswith markers.3. AttachPVCring to back.

Starvin~ArtMaterials: Wallpapersamples(something

scenic)Brown posterboardTwist tieGlue

1. Cutrectangleof wallpaperto representpainting.

2. Cut rectangleof posterboardslightly largerfor frame.

3. Glue “painting” to frameandgluetwist tieto backfor ring.


ATHLETE

BasketballGoalMaterials: 1/8” Dlywood scrap

Scrapof 3/4” woodSandpaperRing from 2 liter bottleSmall pieceof nylon netSmall basketball(key ring from

carnivalsupplystore)GlueWhitepaint

1. Cut 1/8” plywood backboardusingpattern.Sandsmooth.

2. Cut “U” shapedbracketfor ring from 3/4”woodand sand.

3. Glue bracketon back, Paintwhite.4. Cut pieceof nylon net 1 1/2” wide andlong

enoughto go around2 liter ring andlapovera little.

5. Glue to ring andgluering/netassemblytolowercenterofbackboard.

6. Glue basketballin ring.

SoccerBall Tie SlideMaterials: Plastermoldof soccerball

PlasterRing from 2 liter bottleBlack and whitepaint

1. Mix plasterandpourin mold. Insertring.2. Whenset,paint ball white andlet dry.3. Thenpaint blackmarkingon ball.



CITZEN

SafetyPin Indian HeaddressTie SlideMaterials:Two6” 18 gagewire or 2 large

paperclips straightened19 Rondell beads14 Ponybeads17 Spaghettibeads15 size2 (1 1/2”) safetypins16 4 mm. facetedbeadsPaperclip

1. With safetypins threadon (1) rondell and(1) spaghettibead.

2. Makeabendin one endof thewire, thenthreadthroughtheheadof asafetypin, thena pony bead,alternatesafetypins andponybeadsendingwith asafetypin..

3. Bendwire to holdpins andbeadsin place.4. Makeabendin thesecondwire. Thread2

rondellbeads,(1) spaghettibeadand 1- 4mm. bead,thentheend of thesafetypin,alternating4 mm. beadandendof safetypinto theend endingwith 4 mm. bead,spa-ghetti,2 rondels.

5. Makeabend in thewire to hold thebeadsinplace.

6. Bendtheheaddressinto shape.7. Benda paperclip into acircle aroundthe

backof theheaddressto form theloop fortheslide.

Materials: Sweetgum ballAcorncapOlive greenorkhaki paintOlive greenandred construction

paperMoveableeyesLargedarkroundseed3 1/2” lengthof chenillestemGlue

1. Chooselargeacorncapfor top ofhat. Paintolive orkhald. Whendry, glueto top ofsweetgum ball.

2. To makebrim, cut acircle of olive paperremovingCenterto fit over acornandgluesecurely.

3. Cut small mouthfrom red paperandglue• mouthandeyesin place. Glue nosetocenterof facesecurely.

4. Bendchenillestemintocircle andglue toback.

COMMUNICATOR

Old StyleTeleohoneMaterials:1 1/2” x 3 1/4” x 1/2” pieceof wood

1/4” x 3/8” x 11/2” pieceofwood2 Plasticpushpins2 Roundbrassupholsterytacks7/8” finishingnail1 “U” shapedelectricalconnector3’ ColoredtelephonewireBrownstainorpaintGlueDrillSaw

3/8” off thetop and 1/4” off theof largerpieceof wood to about1/2”

1. Rabbetbottomthickness.

2. Gluesmallerpieceof woodacrosslargerpieceabout1” from bottom.

3. Stain orpaintbrown.4. Putlargestaplein back 1” from top.5. Pushonepushpin into center3/4’ above

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SmokeytheBear



smallerpieceof wood Pushtwo upholsterytackssideby sideinto woodabout3/8”abovepushpin. Putfinishing nail into rightside 1 1/4” downfrom top justfar enoughtosecureandbenddownat a90 degreeangleandbackOut at a 90 degreeanglefor crank.

6. Drill hole in left side 1” down from top largeenoughfor endof “U” connectorandinsert.Drill small hole in left side 1 1/2” up frombottom.

7. Insert telephonewire in hole in top of plasticpartof pushpin with hot nail and insertotherendof telephonewire andglue.

8. Hangup “receiver”. (You maywant to“pinch” endsof “U” connectortogetheralittle to keepreceiverfrom falling Out.)

Tool BoxMaterials:1/4’ x 13” x 1/2” wood

2 5/8’ pieceof 3/8” dowelSmall tools (key ring from carnival

supplystore)WoodGlueHot GlueDrill

1. Cut wood into piecesfor following partsoftool box:

2 ends1 1/2” long2 sides2 5/8” longBottom 2 1/8” long

_______ Bracketfor back 1 3/4” long2. Tapersidesofendpieceslike shown.3. Drill 3/8” holesin endsfor dowelhandle4. Shapebracketfor back.

5. Glue dowel handlein holesof endpieces.Glue endsagainstendsof bottompiece.Glue on sides. Gluebracketon back.

6. Usehotglueto securetools insidebox.

HammerandNailsMaterials:1/2” Slicefrom treebranchabout2”

diameterLargeelectricalstapleSmallhammer(key rings from

carnivalsupplystore)About 12 small finishing nails (1/2”

or 3/4”)HotglueVarnish,clearenamelsprayor mod-

podge

1. Put staplein backof wood sliceandfinishwith varnish,clearsprayenamelormod-podge.

2. Mount hammerandpile of nailswith hotglue.

CRAFTSMAN



ENGINEER FAMILY MEMBER

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Glue

enamelormod-

TaieMeasureMaterials:Dressmaker’scloth tapemeasure

Hot glue

1. Cut piecesoftapemeasure3 1/2’ in length.2. Glue endstogetherlapping overabout1/2”

Family TwigMaterials:1/2” slicefrom treebranchabout2”

diameterLargeelectricalstapleAssortmentof small twigs3 mm. wiggle eyesHot glueVarnish,clearspray

podge1, Putstaplein backof woodsliceandfinish

with varnish,clearsprayenamelor mod-podge.

2. Cut twigs to sizeto representfamily mem-bersandhot glue to wood slice.

3. Glue eyeson twigs.

HardHatMaterials:Foameggcarton

PlasterofparisPlasticcoatedwire 14-16gaugeStiff yellow or whitePaintGlueScissors

Optional: Stickersof Cub Scoutrank (Wolf.Bearor Webelos)

1. Partially fill an eggcartoncup with plaster.2. Whenplasteris nearlyset,insertwire

formedin a semi-circle.3. Cut thebill of thecapfrom thestiff yellow

orwhite paperandglueon.4. PaintthecapyellOw or white.Let dry.5. Decoratethe “hat” with a lightning bolt, the

symbolfor electhcity,on eachside.

TrashMaterials:Posterboard

Variousand assortedstuffandjunkfrom aroundthehouse

Twist tie

1. Cut 2 1/2’ circlefrom posterboardandgluetwist tie to back for ring.

2. Glue bits andpiecesof householdtrashandjunk on circleto completelycover.


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FITNESS

FoodMaterials:Plasticcandymoldin foodshapes

PlasterRing from 2 literbottlePaint

1. Mix plasterandpourinto food shapeofchoice,rememberingthatweareconcentrat-ing on the fourbasicfoodgroups,(or the

foodpyramid)notour favoritejunk food.2. Insertring andlet set.3. Paintandwear.

Materials:D.A.R.E. logoPosterboardTwist tieGlueModpodge

1. Mod podgelogo to posterboard Cut to size.2. Glue twist tie to backforring.

TreeSlicesMaterials:1/2” slicefrom treebranchabout2’

diameterLargeelectricalstapleEnviro-texwood finishGlue


1. Put staplein backof woodslice.2. Glue leafin placeanda small label to

identify tree.3. Whenglueis dry,finish with enviro-texto

sealandpreserveleaf.

1/2” slicefrom treebranchabout2’diameter

LargeelectricalstapleSmallsmoothstoneforeachfamily

memberPaintmarkersHot glueVarnish,clearsprayenameland

mod podge

1. Putstaplein backofwoodslice andfinishwith varnish,clearsprayenamelor modpodge.

2. Painteyeson stones.3. Mount on wood slicewith hotglue.

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GEOLOGIST

RockFamilyMaterials:

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VolcanoMaterials:1 1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipe

Plasteror selfdrying scuipty clayPaint

1. Useplasteror clay to build up thepipe in theshapeof a volcano.

2. Let theplasteror claysetup until com-pletelydry andhard.

3. Letsomeplaster“run” downthemountainto look like theescapinglava.

4. Usinggreenand or brownpaint, paintthemountain.

5. Useredto paint the lavaflow.

Orderof theCrossedBolts SlideMaterials:Two 2 1/2” bolts

Onenut for theendof eachboltSmall, single strandof wireHot glue

1. Screwthenutsonto thebolts a coupleofturns. Put adropof hotglueon theendofthebolt andturn thenutbackonto theglue.

2. Lay thebolts on on top of theotherandforman ~

3. Form aloop aboutthesizeof aquarterwiththewire. Twist theendstogether. With theremainingwire ofthe loop tie theboltstogether.Thisshouldyield a slidewith aloop in therearandthe two “CrossedBolts”in thefront.

NATURALIST

Crafts

FootPrintsTie Slide1, TheKansasDepartmentofWildlife and

Parkshaskits to checksout which containplastermoldsof animalfootprints.

2. Youcanplastercastthefootprints andinserta ring in thebackfor a tie slide.

3. Thesekits areavailableat:KansasDepartmentof Wildlife andParks9539AldenRoadLenexa,KS. 66216(913) 894-9113

PineConePoochMaterials:Petalfrom Largepinecone

WiggleeyesBrown feltSmall blackpom pomPlasticcurtainringGlue

1. With wide endof pineconepetal atthetop,gluesmall blackpom pornon point atbottomfor nose. Glue on eyes.

2. Cut largefloppy earsand gluein place(Smallpointedearsproperlyplacedwouldturn this poochintoa wolf).

3. Glue ring to back.

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OUTDOORSMAN

SquareKnotMaterials:6” Small nylon rope

Glue

1. Form circle in ropeandtie a squareknot.2. Secureknotwith a smallamountor glue.3. Cut endsto desiredlengthandmelt to keepfrom fraying.

Knot BoardMaterials:1/2” slice from treebranchabout2”

diameterLargeelectricalstapleEnviro-texwood finishGlueSmall colorful nylon cord

1. Put staplein backof woodslice.2. With nylon cord,makesmallsamplesof the

five knots listedin the OutdoorsmanActiv-ity badge,finish endsof cord andgluetowood slicein nicearrangement.

3. Finish with Enviro-texto seal.

RedCrossMaterials:2” squareof 1/4” tp 1/2” wood

White andred acrylic paint1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipeHot glueSandpaper

I. Cut wood in 2” squareandsandsmooth.2. Hot gluePVCring to back.3. Pintwhite andlet dry.4. Draw largeredcrosson front andpaintred.5. Sealwith clearsprayenamel.

First Aid KitMaterials: Black film cannister

Twist tie2 Band-aidsIndividuallySafetypinQuarterRedpaintmarkeror

“First Aid”Ice pick

wrappedalcoholswab

label that says

1. Melt 2 smallholesin sideof film cannisterwith hot ice pick, inserttwist tie andformring.

2. Painton red crossor apply label.3. Putband-aids,alcoholswab,safetypin and

quarter(for phonecall) in film cannisterandput on lid.

SCHOLAR

BookMaterials:1/8” to 1/4” woodscraps

Typing paper1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipePlastictapeHot glueAcrylic paintsUltra fine tip permanentmarkersWhiteglue

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1. Cut 2 piecesof wood 1” x 1 1/2”. Paint.2. Add booktitle with marker.3. Cut severalpiecesof paperslightly smaller

thanwood. With white glue, attachbookpagesoneat a time to backof book.

4. Add front book cover.5. “Bind” book with coloredplastic tape.6. Hot gluepipering to back.

Supei.

ScrollMaterials:Parchmentpaper

Plasticcurtainring6” lengthof 1/8” red ribbonWoodenmarchstickGlue

1. Cutparchmentin 2” x 6” rectangle.2. Roll tightly aroundwoodenmatchstick.

Removematchandre-roll.3. Tie scrollandring tightly with ribbon. Trim

endsribbon andputgluebetweenring andpaper.

4. Curl cornersof paperslightly.Optional:Youcan alsomakeasimilar scrollfrom plasterusingamold. Paintwith acrylicpaint.

SCIENTIST

MarbleEyeballMaterials:Cardboardeggcarton

Cat’s eyemarblePlasterRing from 2 liter bottle

1. Sealinsideof eggcartoncup with clearsprayenamel.

2. Placemarble in indentionon bottom ofeggcartoncup.

3. Mix plasterandfill cup pastmarble.4. Insertring.

Magic BraidedMaterials:1 3/8” x 4 3/8’ pieceof fabric

backedvinyl or soft leatherStaplerKnife

1. Cut leatheror vinyl usingpattern.2. Graspleft bottomcornerandpushit through

slit between2 and 3 (Fig. a).3. Putstrip 3 on top of strip 2, thenput strip 1

on top of strip 3, makinga sandwichwithstrip 3 in themiddle. Work strip 3 out toleft, exposingan openloop (Fir.b).

4. Takebottomend, bring it towardyou, theninsertit throughloop and pull it through.

5. Reworkwith fingersinto abraidedstripwhich looks like FigureC.

6. Usea small staplerto stapletop andbottomendstogether.

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Comedy/DramaMaterials:Plastermold of comedy/drama

masksPlasterRing from 2 liter bottleAcrylic paints

1. Mix plasterandfill mold; insertring.2. Paintasdesired.

ClownMaterials:1/2’ styrofoamball

Gold felt3/8 redporn porn5/8” redpornporn3 mm. wiggle eyesBits of redyamRedpaint markerPlasticcurtainringGlue

1. Cut triangle offelt to form pointed hatandglue in place.

2. Glue 5/8” pornpom to point. Glue onwiggle eyesand3/8” porn pornfor nose.

3. Painton eyebrows,roughandmouth.4. Glue bits of yamon sidesof headfor hair.5. Pushcurtainring into backofball and

securewith glue.

Stop-WatchMaterials:Thin wood

Leatheror vinyl for holderGluePaintsormarkers

1. Cut stop-watchshapefrom wood.2. Decoratewith markersorpaints.3. Glue leatheror vinyl strapon theback.

Materials:Map of yourareaMod podgePosterboard1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipeSmall compass(from carnival

supplystore)Hot glue

1. Mod podgemapto posterboard.2. Cut in 2” x 3” rectangles.3. Hot gluePVC ring to backandcompassto

front.

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HelicopterMaterials:1 Flatclothespin - large

2 Roundclothespins2 Popsiclesticks3/32” WooddowelBlue, silver, white andblackacrylic

paint1/2” lengthof 5/8” PVC pipeSawSandpaper

DrillGlue

1. Cut on leg off theflat clothespin andsandtheshortside intoa curvedshape.Cut topsoff two roundclothespinsfor wheels. Cuton lengthof dowel 1 1/4” for top shaftandonelength5/8” for backshaft. Cut2” offeachpopsiclestick androundoff cut endsofboth lenghts.

2. Drill 1/4” holesthroughcentersofall fourpropellors. Glue long shaftthroughlargepiecesand shortshaftthroughsmall pieces.Drill a 1/4” hole in top of body for longpropellors. (It’s easierto paintpropellorbeforegluing to body). Shortshaft is gluedto undersideofrearbody.

3. Assembleandglueasillustratedin picture.4. Paintbody blue; shaftsandpropellorsilver.

Windowsandsidesof wheelsare white.Tiresandwindowsoutinesareblack. Sidestrip is white with backedging. Tips oftopbladesareblack. Pint ablackdot in centerof wheels.

5. Glue PVC ring to back.

Crafts

Tin craftis a nativecraft carriedon in theSouthwestby IndiansandSpanishAmericans.

MATERIALS

Tin cansprovidean inexhaustiblesourceofscrapmaterialwhich maybe turnedinto manyworthwhile projects. Theycomein a varietyof sizesandshapes.Theycanbe madeintopencil holders,planters,bird feeders,storagecontainers,bracelets,napkinrings, bookmarks,airplanes,telegraphkeysandmanyotherusefulitems.Beginwith aluminumfoil to teachtheskills of designing,measuring,cutting,model-ing, nailing, polishingandfinishing. Thenmoveon to tin or aluminumcansandothermetals.

Frozenjuice lids or “Kerr” lids canbe usedforprojectssuchas:Christmastreeornaments,tieslidesandmobile pendants.

GENERAL SAFETY

Whenworking with tin, aluminumor othermetals,smoothsharpedgeswith afile and steelwool or emerycloth. Sharpedgescanalsobeturnedandflattened. Cottonwork glovesshouldbe worn whenhandlingmetals.

TOOLS

Vise To hold metal while workingor to aid inbendingmaterials.Tin ShearsTo cutcansandmetalsheetsand tocut designsorpatterns.Scratch Awl To marklinesor designs(nailscanalsobe used).Center Punch To makedentsin thedesignorto makeholes (youcouldusenails).Ball PeenHaniinerTo poundnails,punches,chiselsor whateveryou areusing to impressdesignsin metals.

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Can Opener To openbothendsof cansbeforecuttingwith tin shears.Cold Chisel To cut slits in metalor tappedlightly to makedesigns.

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Making a Sheetof Tin from aCan.

A #10 (gallon)canmakesa piece6 1/2” by18”.1 .Cutoff top andbottomof canwith canopener.2.Cutoff both rims with shearsorcanopener.3.Cutoff seamswith shears,cutting 1/2” fromcenterof seamon both sides.4.Flattenstrip by putting concavesurfacedownon workbench,picking up backedgewith lefthandwhile rubbingtowardbackwith heelofhand.5.Fold or smoothedges.


MakingFoldorBendingEdgesA fold or angleis madeby flatteningtheedgeof themetalagainstawoodor metalstrip heldin a vise.

Placemetalstrip in vise betweentwo piecesofwood: tapwith mallet to bendfor angleorfold.Forflat edge,takemetaloutof vise,andContinuebendingedgeon woodsurfaceuntil itis flattenedagainstmainstrip.

C ~YS

PunchingHolesTo makeholesin cans,placecanon top ofscrapwood. Hold awl to insideof canandpunchholewith hammer. To keepcanfrombuckling while being punchedinsert a pieceofwood to supportthecan. Holescanbepunchedfrom theoutsideof thecanby fillingthecanwith waterandfreezingovernightbeforepunching.

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6. Donotpaint themetal,as this will plug theholes, If color is desired,paintthemetalbeforepiercing with ahigh quality metalpaint.

7. Thedesigncanbe framedorplacedon apieceofwood.

Tin CanLanternMaterials:Cleantin can,any size

Paper,pencil andscissorsSeveralsizeof nailsHammerSmall candleor votive candleSmall glassjar thatfits insidethe

Funnel (optional)

1. Cut apieceof paperjustbig enoughto fitaroundthecan. Draw a designon thepaper,thenlay thepaperaside.

2. Fill thecanalmostfull of waterandfreezesolid.

3. Lay thecanof ice on atowel andwrapthepaperaroundthecan. Tapeit securely.

4. Hammerevenlyspacedholesthroughthelines in your designusingdifferent sizesofnails.

5. Punchholesin thefunnel if you wanta lidforyour lantern.

6. After the icehasmelted,dry thecan. Put asmall candlein theglassjar andplacethejarin thebottomof your lantern. Placethefunnelupsidedownfor a top.

Crafts

Theinstructionsforthewoodprojectsin thissectionare intendedfor denleaderswho havehadlittle experiencewith wood,few tools anda little help from thedendad. Keepin mindthat scraplumbercan be obtainedfrom thelumberyard,which will helpCut downon yourexpense.

All projectscanbe madewith afew simplehandtools. Powertools will speedtheworkbut arenotnecessary.With asabersawand/orcopingsaw,square,hammer,woodfile, ruler,vise and/orC-clamps,drill, drill bits, sandpaperandglueavailable,carpentrycraftis easyto do.

It is importantto makerulesandenforcethem.Somesuggestionsarelisted here:

1. No oneopenspaint or stainuntil he cannamethesolventin which thebrushcanbecleanedand hasasupplyof thesolventonhand.

2. All solventsarepouredoutdoorsundertheleader’ssupervision. Neveruse.flammablesolventsin thehouseor garage.

3. All sawdustandsanddustareto be sweptupbeforetheboysleave.

4. All tools arecleanandput awaybeforetheboysleave.

5. Useonly the tools provided. Sometools areoff limits for boys.

6. All projectsare to be markedon theundersidewith theowner’snameor initials. Dothis beforebeginningwork on theproject.

SUGGESTIONSFOR LEADERS

Hardwoodslike ash,birch, blackwalnut, mapleandoakaremoredifficult to work with.

Soft woodswithoutknotssuchasbasswood,poplar,white pineandcedararebestfor mostprojects. White pineandcedarare foundatmostresidentialconstructionsitesandgood-sizedscrapsaregivenaway for theasking.


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Plywood,excellentfor largerprojects,isavailablein variousthicknessesandgenerallyhasan attractivegrain that lendsitself to an oilstain orvarnishedfinish. It is slightly hardertosawbut is strongeranddoesnotsplit or breakaseasily. Again, residentialconstructionsitesaregoodplacesfor scraps.Theplywood usedmostis 3/4” usedfor sub-flooring, 1/2” usedforroofsheathingand 3/8”, 9/16’ or 5/8” wallsheathing.

Woodenbeads,broom andmop handlescanserveaslargedowels,washersor wheels.

TERMS USEDIN WOODWORKING ANDCARVING

Rough wood: Wood as pickedup in theopen:twigs, sticks,logs, etc.Slabs: Boardswith bark still on thewood.Green Wood: Wood that still hassapin it, notdried: it is easyto carve,butmaysplit or checkwhendry.SeasonedWood: Wood that hasdries,eithernaturally in theopen,or in kilns. Seasonedwood is necessaryfor whittling andwoodcarving.Lumber: Boards of varyingsizes,sawedfromlogs. Dressedor finishedlumberhasbeensmoothedandsanded,readyto use. Timber isanothertermgenerallyusedin thesamewayaslumber. -

Softwood: Wood that is soft, light in weight.Hardwood: Wood that is firm, dense,heavierin weightthan softwood.Grain: Thefibers which form thesubstanceofwood: with thegrain,alongthe lengthof thepiece;againstthegrain,acrossthewidth of thepiece.Knot: A hardspotatthepointwherea branchgrewfrom thetrunk or limb.Heartwood: The centralpartof thetreetrunk:usuallydarkeranddenserthat theouterpart(sapwood).

NAILS

Hardwareshouldincludenailsofassortedsizes,both headedandfinishing nails; galva-nizednailsshouldalwaysbe usedin outdoorprojectsastheyresistrusting. Again residen-tial constructionsitesare goodplacesto getnails - just for theasking. Finish nailsshouldbe usedfor fine work.

GLUE

Gluing is necessarywhenjoining woodjointsandif using dowelsto join woodpieces. Al-waysreadtheinstructionsto selectthecorrectgluefor that particularjob. Sandthesurfacetobe gluedsothat thewoodis cleanandwillabsorbtheglue.

KNOW YOUR TOOLS

Hammer- Striking thenail atan angle(fig. 1)will bend it. Strike theheadof thenail flat todrive it in straight (fig. 2). Long nailsmayberemovedby placingawood blockunderham-merheadasshownin fig.3.Vise - Vise may be fastenedto desk, table orany other projecting edge. Pin (fig. 4) turnsto openor shutjaws. Vise illustratedis amachinist’svise formetal andhardobjects. Itmay be usedfor wood if jawsarepaddedwithfelt orby placingwoodprojectin betweenpiecesof scrapwood to preventmarring.“C” Clamp - Usedfor holdingflat objectstogethersuchastwo piecesof wood. Use thisclamp to hold benchfork in copingsaw work.Pliers - Forgeneralholdingpurposesor bend-ing metalandwire. To cut wire, placebetweenjawsas far as possibleandclosepliers.File - For smoothingwoodormetal. Hold fileflat, with handletowardsyou. Apply pressureon forwardstrokeonly.Hand Drill - For drilling holes in woodormetal. Twist drills (fig. 5) are availablein avarietyof sizes. Turn drill chuck(fig. 6) toremovethetwist drill.

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Thru the Looking Glass CraftsPOWER TOOLS

Powerdrills are handywhentherearea lot ofholesto drill. Powersawsarea time savertocut manypiecesof woodand if avery thickpieceofwoodneedsto be cut. Rememberanadult should alwaysbe in chargeof powertools.

SAFETY RULES FOR TOOLS

Useeachtool for the job it wasintendedandtheway it wasintendedto be used.Most accidentsoccurto thehands,faceor feet.Protecttheeyes. Keep fingersandhandsawayfrom cuttingedgesof tools. Secureor clampdownwoodwhich is beingworked.• Bepatient. Don’t work with tools when

tired. Alertnessis necessary.• Don’t wearlooseclothingor jewelrywhich

canbecaughtin movingparts.• Neveruseelectricaltools in damporwet

locations. (Powertools are reservedforadultuseonly.)

• If extensioncordsareused,be suretheyareheavyduty. Don’t usethetypeof extension

f i g. cordswhich are intendedfor small objects.• Unplug all electricaltools whenfinishedand

~ put them out ofreachof children: Don’tleaveany tools unattended.

• Keep tools sharp,cleanandoiled.o All boysshouldwork with adultsupervision.

• Work areasshouldbe large,cleanandwelllighted.

• Work slowly andcarefully.• Work topsshouldbe “knuckle” high for best

results.• Do not forcework. Tools,andknives

shouldbe keptin goodworkingordertoprevent“kickback”, binding,slippingand

fig. 5 breaking.• Most 7-10yearold boyswill notbeableto

effectivelyhandleany hammerover 12ouncesin size.

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PREPARING THE PROJECT

Thebestprojectsarewell-designedand areusuallydrawnout on graphpaperwith quarteror half inch squares,going to progressivelylargersquaresuntil thesizedesiredis reached.Cutout theenlargement,lay it on thewood anddrawaroundit. Pencilmarksshouldbe keptlight to facilitatecleaningfor finishes. Placethedesignasnearto a corneraspossible(tosavematerial)with thegrainrunningthelongwayof the design. If thepieceof woodhasaknothole,try to placethe designso thatthecutswill not be nextto or throughthehole.

After drawingon thewood,drill all holesrequiredbeforesawingto preventbreakageofsmall ornarrowparts. In drilling, turn thewoodoverassoonasthetip ofthebit comesthroughand drill backfrom that sideto preventsurfacebreaksunderneath.Anothermethodtopreventsplinteringis to put apieceof scrapwoodbeneaththeprojectanddrill completelythrough. (Seeillustration A)

In usingasaw,alwayscut into thefaceof theproject. (SeeillustrationB) Onlong thinparts,startat thetop endof suchpartsandsawalongonesideto awider portion, thenstartattheotherendandsawon theotherline, keep-ing theparttop be sawedfirmly heldin a viseor flat on thebenchwith aC-clamp. Theuseof avise or C-clampwill makecutting easier.


To makean insidecut (suchasaring), drill asmall holewithin theareato be removed. Putthecopingsawbladethroughthehole,refastenin theframeandsaw.

Whenusing thewoodfile to takeawayamountsof wood too largefor sandpapertoaccomplish,keepthemotion with thegrain.Going acrossit will produceridges.

SANDING AND FILLING

Small prepackagedunitsofassortedsandpaperareadequatefor mostprojects. All sandingshouldbe donewith thegrain. To correctslight cutting mistakes,usea woodfiller to fillspaces.Wood filler canbe madeby mixingsawdustwith any whiteglueto form apaste.After filling spaces,theprojectshouldbe readyfor sanding.

FINISHES

A quickandcolorful finish is obtainedby theuseof temperaor posterpaintinto whichalittle glueorpasteis well stirredto preventrubbingofin use. If a Coatof shellacisbrushedon, an evenharderfinish is obtained.

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Oil stainsarequick finishesand areobtainablein soft greens,brownsor reds. Theymayberubbeddry within afew minutesof applicationandwaxedif so desired.

Varnishstainsare adequatefor thosewholikea high gloss. Whenstaining,alwaysstartfromthecenterof theprojectand work out.

At leastthreebrushesshouldbe within reach;avery small brushfor fine linesanddecorativedetail,anotherabout1/2” wide, and athirdbrushabout1 1/4” wide for largersurfaces.Turpentine,followed by soapand water,is agoodbrushcleanerand will keepthebrushessoft andpliable. Shellacandvarnishonbrushesrequirea cleanerwith an alcoholbaseor justplain alcohol.

PROJECTS

Napkin HolderMaterials:Onel”x2” x 9”

Two 3/8” dowel rods.5” longDrill andbitSandpaperWoodGlueStain

1. Sandall edges.2. Center2” x 9” on top of 8” x 9” boards.3. Using3/8” drill bit, drill holeabout3/4” - 1”

from eachend throughboth boards. Be surenotto let the2” boardmoveuntil bothendshavebeendrilled.

4. Enlargetheholesin the2” x 9” to 1/2”.This will allow top to slidefreely on dowelrods.

5. Glue dowelrodsin holes2” x 9” board.6. Stainandwhendry, lift top boardandplace

napkinsunderto hold.

Miniature BoxMaterials: 1 Woodenyardstick

Plywood1/2” x 10” x 1 3/4”Decorativehanger’GlueAcrylic paint

1. Cut yardstickinto two 10” pieces(sides);two 2” pieces(top andbottom); and3 1 3/4” piecesfor shelves.

2. Split the 1 3/4” pieceslengthwiseto get6piecesapproximately5/8” wide and 1 3/4”long. 4 of thesewill be usedasrecessedshelves, Theother2 will be usedsupportsinsidethetop and bottom.

3. Glue sidesto outsideof plywood back.Glue on top andbottompieces.Glue 2 ofthenarrowpiecesto top and bottomoninsidebox. Glue in the 4 shelves.

4. Let dry andsand.5. After glue hasdried,paintbox desiredcolor.

Add thehangerto thetop.

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Napkin HolderMaterials:Hammer

NailsSawSandpaperWoodglue(optional)Wood 4” x 21” 3/4”PaintorStainDecals(optional)

1. Cut 3 piecesof woodto measure4” x 7” or thedimensionsyou desire.2. Sandall pieces.3. Glue sidesto bottomif desired.Nail sidesto bottom.4. Paintor Stain. Painta decorationon theside,stencilor add optionaldecal.

Tic TacToeMaterials:Handdrill with 3/16” bit

SawSandpaper10 Golf teesin 2 colorsBlock of wood4” x 4” x 1” thick

1. Cut ablock of wood. Sandall edgesuntil smooth.2. Mark eachsideinto thirds with apencil. Draw lines - this will make9 equalsized

squares.3. Saw alongeachline, makingcutsabout1/8” deep. You mayalsowishto paintthese

lines.4. Use handdrill with 3/16” bit to drill 9 holes,eachcenteredin oneof the9 squares,almost

to the bottom.of theblock.

To Play: Use 10 golf teesto playlike regularTic TacToe.

SAWCUTSDEEP.

CENTERkOLES.

WHITTLING AND WOODCARVING

If thereis onecraft that is a naturalfor Cub Scouts,it is one which hasto do withknife. NearlyeveryScouthasaknife (or wisheshe had one),andlearningto usenaturalstepto using aknife for whittling.

For information on whittling, knife safetyand instruction for a “Friendship Stick” refer toDen & Pack Activities section.

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HOLIDAY MAGIC

SnowScenesMaterials:Babyfoodjarwith tight fitting lid

Red or greenacrylic paintWater-resistantglueWhite glitterSmall ChristmasDecorationRibbon 15-16”Small piecepolyesterfiberfillDistilled water

1. Paintthe lid. Letdry andaddanothercoat.2. Glue thesmall decorationto theinsideof the

lid. Let it dry thoroughly.3. After theglue hasset,teara smallpieceof

fiberfill andmakeacircle aroundthedeco-ration. Glue this “snow “in place,andallow to dry completely.

4. Put abouta tablespoonof whiteglitter intothejar.

5. Carefullypourdistilled waterinto the jar,filling it almostto thetop.

6. Very carefullyplacethelid on thejar, andscrewit on tight.

7. Usetheribbont tie a bow aroundthe lid.8. Turn it upside-downandwatch thesnow

fall.

Crafts

SledTreeOrnamentMaterials: Ribbon

6 Popsiclesticks4 ToothpicksElmer’swoodglueor hot glueSaw,Tin shearsor heavyscissors

1. Cut stickswith saw, tin shearsor heavyscissors.

2. Gluesticks togetherusing toothpicks.3. Decorateand attachribbon.

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Christmascolor yarn2 Piecesof stiff cardboard15” x

15” eachPaintsHole punchFoil

1. EvenlypunchedgesofChristmascardsasshownsothatedgeswill tie together.

2. Tie cardstogetherwith yarnto form a box.3. Setbox on cardboardandtraceoutline. Cut

out both outlines(1top and 1 bottom).4. Punchbottomedgeof cardsandedgeof

ONEcardboardoutline to matcheachotherwhentied together.

5. Painttop andbottomcardboardoutlines.6. Tie bottomoutline to cardswith yarn.7. Punchone edgeof remainingoutline and

onecardtop to matchwhentied.8. Tie outline to top of box to form hinge.9. Punchoneor marehole in top outline as

shownfor openinghandleandtie ioop ofyarn throughhole.

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Cookie CutterCardsMaterials:Constructionpaper

PencilRulerScissorsAcrylic paintPaperplatesPlasticcookiecuttersNewspaperWhite glueRibbon

1. Cutapieceof whiteconstructionpaperintocardsizepieces.

2. Poursomepaintonto paperplates. Dip acookiecutterin thepaint. Practicestampingon a pieceofnewspaper.Thenstampthecookiecutteron acard. Let thepaint dry.

3. Decoratethestampeddesignwith morepaint, usinga paintbrushor theeraserendofa pencil. Let thepaint dry. Glueonribbon bows,if you like.

4. Cut a pieceof coloredconstructionpaperinto apiecethat is biggerthanthecard.Glue thecardonto thepiecesof coloredpaper. Let thegluedry.

Variation: Stampcookiecutterson smallbrownbagsto makegift bags.

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EXPLORING ALASKA

ScrimshawMedallionsMaterials:1 Cup of plasterof paris

2/3 cupof waterWax paperNail ordrinking strawPaperclipColoredchalkClearacrylic sprayLeatheroryarn

1. Mix plasterandwater.2. Quickly drop spoonfulsof plasteronto wax

paper.3. Usenail or strawto makeaholebeforeit

dries.4. After it hasdriedovernight,scratchdesigns

in theplasterusinga nail or paperclip.5. Whenthedesignis complete,rubcolored

chalkoverthedesignand blow awaythedust.

6. Apply acrylic spray.7. Threada leatheror yarn string throughthe

SoapCarvingsMaterials:Barof soap,anykind

KitchenknifePencilHeavypaper

1. Draw a sithouetteon papernot biggerthanthebarof soap.Cutout andtraceon to barof soap.

2. Taketheknife andcarvearoundtheoutline,cuttingoff theexcesssoap.

3. Carefully shapetheanimalandmakeitthree-dimensional.Sprinklewateron thesoapto helpmoldit easier. Wateralso getsrid of any mistakesyou maymake.

4. Cut smallnotchesto showmuscledefini-tion. Try makingcross-hatchingmarkstoaddtexture.

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Crafts

DenTotemPoleMaterials: Assortedcardboardboxes

Constructionpaper

MaskingtapeScissorsMarkers

1. Boxes canbe coveredwith constructionpaperandcut-paperfacesgluedin place.

2. Assemblethetotempolewith maskingtape.

Variation: Assembleata packmeetingfordecorationorpartof a opening,closingor skit.

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IgloosMaterials:Sugarcubes

IcingPosterboardSpongeEmeryboards

1. Startwith a circle of posterboard.Add icingfor bottomrow unto posterboard.

2. Add secondrow by gluing with icing andplacingon top thefirst row.

3. Continue3 or 4 rows.4. Startroundingto row by movinginto circle.5. Whenlastpieceis placeduseawet sponge

to smooththeentirepiece.6. Letdry good.7. Useemeryboardsto lightly sandroundand

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FEBRUARY. 1994

BLUE AND GOLD TRADITIONS

BookMarkerMaterials: 1-cardwith nicedesign

1/2 yard - 1/4 “ribbonGlitter

Cut out a nicedesignareaofthecard.You candecoratepartof thedesignbyspreadingsmall amountsof glueandsprinklingwith glitter.

3. Cut theribbon in half.4. Overlaptwo endsandgluethem to theback

of thedesignformingtails.


Cub BannerMaterials:12” x 14” squareof bluefelt

Dowel rodRibbon,string or yarn

1. Cut blue felt.2. Turn top edgeover and glueto makea

pocketto slide thedowel through.3. Slidedowel throughpocket.4. Attachstring, ribbonoryarn.5. Sewor gluetemporarypatchesandbeads.

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Tie SlideHolderMaterials:1/4” Plywood,pegboardor similar

wood 12”-14” squareStain,paintor varnishMetal cup hooks

clothespinsPicturehanger

or snap-type

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1. Sandedgesof wood.2. Stain,paintor varnish.3. Attachcup holdersor clothespins(clothes-

pins maybe stained,paintedor varnished)4. Attachpicturehangeron thebackof the

board.

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Materials:WoodencoathangerSpringclothespinsRopeDrillBlueandyellow paintPermanentmarkers

1. Drill 6 holesevenlyspacedinto hanger.Painthangerblue.

2. Disassembleclothespins,paintwoodenpartsyellow. Dry andput backtogether.

3. Threadropethroughspringsof clothespinsalternatelywith holesin hanger,beginningwith oneendof ropeknottedand drawnthroughhanger,then spring,thenhanger,until all clothespins andholesare usedKnot theotherendofrope. Be sureto leaveafew inchesofrope betweeneachholesothat clothespins hangdown.

4. With permanentmarkerlabel clothespins:Shirt, scarf,pants,capand belt.

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CraftsThru the Looking Glass

Wolf and BearPlaouesMaterials:Corrugatedcardboardor “masonite”

ShellacSpraypaintMacaroni(mostaccioli,shell,

straight, rotini & spiral)1. Tracethe headsonto corrugatedcardboardormasonite.To preventwarping,coatit

with shellacbeforeapplyingthemacaroni.2. Forthewolf, usemostaccioli(flat macaroniwith slatedends)for his shaggyhair around

his head,letting it extendbeyondthecardboard.Straight macaroniis usedfor sidesof noseandinsidesofears,andlargeshellsfor eyesandnose.

3. Spraypaintthe headthe color you want,whendry, painthis eyesandnoseblack.4. For theuselargerotini (spirals)for his curly hair. Largeshells forhis eyesandnose,and

small spiralsfor the insidesof his ears.

Mostaccioli- 1Straight - 2Rotini - 3Spiral - 4Shell - 5

Variation:Make theplaqueswith differentkinds of seeds.

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MARCH. 1994

WHEELS.WINGS AND RUDDERS

GliderMaterials: Manilla file folder

TracingpaperPencil, scissors,utility knifeWhite glueSmallmetalwasheror coinAcrylic paintsorpermanentmarkers

1. Tracethe patternsfor the body, wingsand tail on apieceofpaper. On thebackofthepaper,pencil over the linesso it is niceand black.

2. Copy shapesonto themanilafolder. Be surethebottomofthebody shapeis on thefold of thefolder. Traceandcut out theshapes.

3. Cut thewing slot usingautility knife.4. Putthetail pieceall theway down betweentherear wingsandtapeorglue in place.

Fold out the rearwings.5. Slidethebig wing into theslotof thebody spreadaparta little bit, andpushthewing forward

until thebody fits into thetwo small slots on thefront of the wing.6. Glueortapethewasherorcoin inside thenoseof theplane.

Throw theplanegently in a straightline. Don’t throw it too hard! If theplanegoesdowntoquickly, thenoseis too heavy. Try a smallercoin orwasherin thenose. Bendup therear wingsalittle and seeif theplanewill fly further.

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MousetraoRacerMaterials:Mousetrap

WaxStringSmall screweyesCoathangerwire1 1/4” Dowel

Sandpaper

Crafts

WackyRacersMaterials:Walnutshellsor small papercups

Marblesorgolf ballsPlywood 8’ x 2’ or largerMoldingHot glueor nailsMarkers,constructionpaperor felt

pieces

1. Removebait panandhook armfrom trap2. Cuta 1/2” V-notch atrearandsandandwax

it sothestring will slidesmoothly.3. Turn it over and screwin screweyes1/2”

from edge.4. Cutaxlesfrom coathangerwire.5. Makewheelsby sawing3/16” sectionsfrom

dowel rod.6. Drill holesin centerofwheels. Poundflat

endsof axles. Pushaxlesinto holesinwheels. Glue in place.

7. Roughentherearaxlewith sandpaperwherethestring will be wound.

8. Tie string to thesnapper,but not to theaxle.9. To run theracer,pull snapperbackandhold

it with yourthumb. Wind thestring on therearaxle until tight. Setraceron rugorroughsurfaceandwatch it go.

1. Decoratewalnutshellsor papercupslikeracecarsor little critters. Theengineis themarbleor golf ball.

2. Usingmolding for lanedividers,eitherhotglueor nail to plywood.A startingbox is optional andaslatmaybeattachedat theendto stopthecars.

TO RACE:Placemarbleundertheoverturnedshellorcup.

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Bottle SailboatMaterials:Flattype detergentbottle

Plasterofparis1/2” dowel12” long fabric (small piece)PaintormarkersWireNeedleandthread

1. Cut bottle (seediagram).2. Cutdowel into lengthsof 7” and5”.3. Mix plasterofparis. Scrapeinside of bottle

with the pointsof scissorsto makeit roughbeforepouringtheplaster. Pourinto frontof boat(seediagram). Propboatso topstayslevel.

4. Pushendof 7” pieceof dowelinto wetplasterto makethe “mast”. Hold straightuntil plasterdries.

5. Cross“mast” nearboatwith 5” pieceofdowel to form “boom”. Securewith wire.

6. Cut sail from fabric. Fastento mastandboomat cornerswith thread.

7. Paintand namethe boat.

APRIL. 1994

SHAPE UP

StiltsMaterials:2 piecesof 1” x 2”

wood about6’2 Wood blocks

2” x 4” x 6”WoodglueSandpaper6 Largewood

screwsor nailsHammeror screwdriver

Optional: Paint

1. Glue the foot blocks againstthewide sideof eachtall wood pole. Make sureyouplacethemboth at thesameheight.

2. Use3 screwsor nailsto fasteneachblock tothe pole.

3. Sandyourstilts until smooth.4. Paintif desired.5. Stepup Onto foot blocks. Hold thepoles

underyour arms.Leanon onefoot whileyou pick up theother.

TensionHandgri~SMaterials:5 Clip clothespins

WoodgluePopsiclesticks

1. Placetheclosedendsof 5 clothespinstogether,side-by-side,andglueto apopsiclestick, asshown. Allow to dry thoroughly.

2. Glue asadditionalstick on top and oneoneachsideof theotherend of thehandgrip.

TO WORK: Placetheopenendbetweenthepalm andfingers. Squeezeto opentheclosedendof thehandgrips.

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Bottle PitchingMaterials:Two 1 gallonbleachormilk bottles

TennisballPocketknife orscissors

Optional: Permanentmarkers

1. Draw lineswheresidesandthe bottomwillbe cut.

2. Cut out. Be sureboth sidesareeven.3. Decorateif desired.RULES:Theplayersstand25’ apart. Oneplayerputstheball in thecup andtossesit to theotherplayer,who catchesit in his own cup. If theotherplayerdoesn’tcatchit andreturntheball the tossergetsthepoint.

Theplayersare notallowedto touch theballwith any partof theirbody while it is in play.

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PalmPaddleMaterials: 10” circle of 1/4” or 1/2” plywood

or 1” thick pineboard8” of 1” wide elasticTacksPing pong,rubberor nerf ballSandpaper

Optional: Stainor paint

1. Sandedges.2. Stain,paintor decorateif desired.3. Placehandon circularboard,measure

elasticto fit acrossbackof handandthumb.Tackin place.(This shouldfit snugly toboard.)

4. PalmPaddleBall is playedwith anet andball of yourchoiceorevena badmintonshuttlecock. Make yourown rulesorfollow the rulesfor theball you use.

BACK TO NATURE

NatureHike PaperWeight

Crafts

Cubscancollect items from anaturehike orbring items from home.Materials:Smallbaby foodjar

ModelingclayAssortmentor dried flowers,seeds,

pebbles,tiny shells,etc. nonetallerthanthejar

Ribbon 1/2” wideGlue

1. Takethelabel off thejar by soakinginwarmwater. Dry thoroughly.

2. Placeabout1/2” of modelingclayin lid ofjar.

3. Arrangeyour collectionof items in theclay.4. Whenyou haveyourlid theway you want

it, placejar on top of it andtwist lid close.5. Glue ribbon aroundedgeof lid.

Rock CreaturesMaterials:Rocksor stones

Tackingglueorhot gluePaint

1. Make animalsby gluing severaldifferentsizesof rockstogether.

2. Painton facial features.Variation: Spreadglueon thesidesof a smallfrozenjuice canand addtherocksto makeapencil holder.

MAY. 1994



SeedMosaicMaterials:Heavycardboard

PencilWhite glueMarkersorpaintsVarietyof seeds;corn,white beans,

sunflowerseeds,peppercorns,lavenderseeds,different-coloredbeansandlentils

1. Sketchyour designlightly on cardboard.2. Color thebackgroundwith paintsormarkers.3. Glue theseedson the cardboardto fill in the

design.4. For tiny seeds,usea paintbrushto paintglue

on thecardboard,thensprinkletheseedsonto theglue. Useyour fingersto pushtheseedsin place. After afew minutes,turn itover andlightly taptheback,sotheextraseedsfall off.

Ant HouseMaterials:Two glassjars with lids. Onemust

be very narrow-likean olive jar.Theothermustbe slightly tallerandwider, sothefirst jarcanfitinsideit.

SpoonAntsSandSmallpieceof wet spongeHoneyAwl or nail andhammer2 piecesdark constructionpaperScissorsStaplerTapeRubberbandLight coloredpencilsor crayons

1. Find someants.2. Putthe lid on thesmallerjar andplaceit

insidethebiggerone. Thencarefullyscoopsomeantsandthesoil aroundtheminto thespacebetweenthetwo jars. Fill the jarabouthalfwaywith antand soil.

3. Fill therestof thebiggerjar with sand.Usethe stemend ofthespoonto mix the sandand soil thatremainin thespace. You donothaveto mix completely.

4. Put thepieceof wet spongeandasmallspoonfulofhoneyinto thejar, on top of thesoil-sandmix. Thentightly put the lid onth~biggerjar.

5. Usetheawl or nail and hammerto punchSMALL holesaroundtheedgesof the lid.

6. Cut acircle 8” in diameterout ofdarkconstructionpaper. Make acut from oneedgeto thecenter.

7. Curvethepapercircle into aconeshapeandstapleit whereit overlaps. Cutanotherpiecesof constructionpaperso that it is astall asthe flat side ofthejar, andso thatitreachesaroundthejar oncewith 1” overlap.Put a pieceof tapedown oneshortedge.

8. Wrap thepaperaroundthejar. Tapetheoverlap. (Theshiny surfaceof theedge

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you’ve alreadytapedwill makeit possiblefor you to untapeandretapethepaper,sothat you cancheckon your antsfrom time totime.)

9. Placetherubberbandaroundtheedgeof thejar lid to helphold theroofof thehouseon.

lO.Decoratetheroofandsidesof thehouse.1 l.Setthe roofon thehouse. Checkon your

antsin aday or so,andwatchthemtunneland dig.

JUNE. 1994

STRONG FOR AMERICA

Macaroni EagleMaterials: Heavy cardboard

Shell and elbow macaroniSpaghettiWhite glue

Optional: Spray paint

Crafts

1. Draw eagleon heavycardboard.2. Attachmacaroniandstraightspaghettito

cardboardwith white glue.3. Thebird’s headis left bareexceptfor shell

macaronibeakandeye.4. Elbow macaroniformstheupperwings and

body.5. Apply severallayersto body area.6. Completethewingswith alternatingrowsof

spaghettiandshellmacaroni.7. Coverthetail with spaghetti.8. Add shell macaronifor talons.Optional: Spraypaint



Statueof Liberty in FoilMaterials:Foil oven liner (at least9” x 18”)

PencilCorrugatedcardboardLight weightcardboardBlackpaint

1. Enlargethedrawingto makeapaperpattern.Thedrawingis donein reverseto maketooling easierlater.

2. To transferthepatternto foil, lay thefoil onseverallayersof newspaper.Tapethepaperpatternon top ofthefoil, leavingit reversed.With a pointedpencil, traceall lineson thepattern;thisshouldmakean indentationonthe foil that canbe seenon both sides.removethepattern.

3. Forall tooling (retracingthe lineswith morepressure),usea pencilwith a bluntpoint.Thebroaderthepoint andharderyou push,themoredepthyour tooling will have.

4. Tool theoutlineof thefigure on thewrongside. Turn the foil figure over. Re-outlinethefigure, tooling just outsidetheoriginalline. Tool theeyes.

5. Turn thefoil over to thewrongside againandtool the remaininglines. Whenall thetooling is done,turn thefoil right side upandgo overthe lineson this side, again. Tosmoothout the background,rub it with thebackof aspoon.

6. If you wantto makeadesignon thebackground,tool diagonallines, about1/4” aparton the front in both directions,makingadiamond-likedesign. Then,turn thefoilover andtool betweentheotherlines in bothdirections.

7. Brushblackpaint acrosstheentiresurface;thenwipe it off immediatelywith a softcloth. Enoughpaint will stayin thegroovesto givean antiquedlook.

8. Glue thetooledpictureto a pieceof corru-gatedcardboard,1/2” largerall aroundfor abacking. Make aframe,1” wide, from lightweightcardboard.Painttheframeandglueit to thebacking.

9. Adda hangerto theback.

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YarnandNail FlagMaterials:Red, white andbluecottonrugyarn

ofknitting worsted1/2” headlessnails(brads)Pieceofplywood sandedsmoothFifty 1/2” gummedsilver starsPliersandhammerGlueMetallic braidSturdycardboardor woodeasel

1. Along eachshortsideof theplywood,drawaline about1/4” from theedgeasa guideforinsertingnails.

2. In theupperleft handcorner,markoff anarea,7” x 8” for thefield of stars.

3. Hold the nailswith pliers andhammerthemuniformly abouthalfway in, every 1/4”alongthesidesof theflag and theend of thefield. You shouldhave52 nailsalongeachsideand28 nailsat theendofthefield.

4. Eachstripeusesfournailson eachside.Beginby tying redyarn to thefirst nail.Bring theyarn backandforth aroundthenails tyingoff on the fourth nail.

5. Continueasabovealternatingthered andwhite stripes.

6. Forthefield, beginat theupperleft handcorner. Knot blueyarn aroundthefirst nail;string asbefore. Tie off on thelastnail at the lowerright handcorner.

7. Evenlyspacefifty 1/2” gummedsilverstars

on thefield. Whena theyareproperlypositioned,pick up eachstarwith tweezers,apply a dabof glueto the backandlightlypressit onto thefield.

8. Glue metallicbraidaroundtheoutsideedge.9. Attacha sturdycardboardor woodeneasel

for theback.

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Crafts

Materials:Heavycardboardor 1/4” plywoodSaworscissorsMarkersor paintSandpaper

1. Tracedesignon cardboardor plywood.2. Cut (sandplywood)3. Color orpaint.4. Cut alongthedividing linesto get 16 puzzle

pieces.

Thetrick is to placethe16 pieceson theeaglepicturebelow in suchaway that theeagle’ssilhouetteis completelycovered.Solutionbelow.


Crafts

.IULY. 1994

BUCKSKIN PIONEER

PebbleNecklaceMaterials:Pipecleanersor thin wire

Scissorsto cut wireHeavystring, twine or leatherstripsScissorsPebblesCupsor bowls

1. Gatherpebbles(pretendtheyareteethorclaws)

2. Separateintobowlsor cups3. Place2 pipecleanersorwire on aflat

surface.4. Oneon top of theotherin theshapeofan5. Thenwrapandtwist aroundpebble.6. Twist eachwrappedpebbleon string, twine

or leather.7. Tie thestring of naturepiecesintoa loop

andwear.

BraidedBelt or BraceletMaterials:2”Wide leatherstrip 4” longerthan

boyswaistmeasurement(usevinyl asa substitute)

SingleholepunchLeatherlacingor belt buckleKnife orrazorblade

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1. Cut 2 slits in a solid strapof leatherwith aknife or razorblade(leaderdo this step)

2. To keepbothendsof belt intact, braidthefollowing way: takethefirst strand#1 andpushit betweenthetwo otherstrands,fromfront towardstheback(b).

3. Then,pushthesecondstrand#2 throughthetwo otherstrandstowardstheback(c).

4. By everysixth move,you shouldbe backtowhereyou started.

5. To endup with an evenbraid, you havetobraidrathertightly, and smoothout thebraidingafterthe lastsix moves.

6. Usea leatherlaceor string throughtheholesto tie thebelt.

quill PenandInvisible InkMaterials:Feather,the largerthebetter(craft

store)SharpScissorsToothpickLemonorbottledlemonjuiceWhite paperLampwith aremovableshade

1. Usescissorsto snip the tip off thequill.2. Usea toothpickto hollow it out.3. Pourlemonjuice into a small container.4. Dip thequill peninto thejuice andwrite a

messageon white paper. Whenthemessagedries,it will be invisible.

5. To maketheinvisiblemessageappear,removetheshadefrom a lamp andturn it on.Hold thepaperagainstthelight bulb. In afew minutesthemessagewill appearin lightbrownletters.

Variation: Make invisible ink from egg whitemixed with water,andfrom sugardissolvedinwater.



AUGUST. 1994

WATER FUN

WalnutBoatsMaterials:Walnutshells

PaperBubble gum,modelingclayor waxToothpicksMarkersScissorsGlue

1. Fill walnutshellwith soft bubblegum,modelingclayor wax.

2. Cut sail anddecorate.3. Inserta toothpickthrough thebottompartof

sail, thenbendsail slightly andpushthroughthetop of sail. (orgluesail to toothpick)

4. Insertthecompletedsail into thebubblegum,modelingclayor wax.

5. Sail boatin sink, creekorpuddle.

SailboatMaterials:Cardboard

ScissorsTapeLight oil

1. Cut theboatout ofthecardboard.2. Cut asmall notchin theback.3. Fastenthesail to theboatwith tape.4. Puttheboatin still water(sink orpool) and

squeezeadropof oil in thenotch.Watchtheboatsail away.

Crafts

RainDroo ArtistMaterials:Smallcontainersofcoloredwater

Eyedroppersor small strawsDrawingpaperorconstruction

paperMat to fit finishedpictureLargeplasticdropclothGlue or tape

1. Spreaddropcloth, laypaperon plastic.2. Drop on drop atatime from different

heights.3. Createarain droppicture, seewhatbeautiful

patternsyou canmake.4. Letpicturedry andglueor tapematon

picture.Variation: Make agameof RainDrops.Make a targetandlet eachboy usetheir colorofwaterto hit thetarget. Try differentheights.

ExploreWaterMaterials:Lid from a#lOcan

Rope,twine or stringWeightThermometerBlack andwhite paintTape

A.Light Below the Surface1. Attachropethrougha hole in themiddleof

the lid. This is usedfor measuringlightpenetration.

2. Painttwo quartersblackandtwo quarterswhite for greatervisibility.

3. Tapeedgesfor safety.4. Add weightto the bottomto makelid sink.


Crafts

B.Temperatureof theDeep1. Attach a string to athermometer.It canbe

usedto measuretemperatureat differentdepths.

SEPTEMBER. 1994



PeriscopeMaterials:Largeshoebox

2 Pocketmirrors2 Stripsofcardboard1 1/2” wide

and twiceaslong asthemirrorsHeavy-dutytape

Optional: Markersorpaint

1. Cut outrectangularwindowsatoppositeendsof thebox’slong sides.

2. Placethebox on aflat surfaceandleanthemirrors acrossthe cornersoppositeeachwindow.

3. Makecardboardhingesatattachthemirrors.Usethe2 stripsof cardboard.Glue thebackof a mirror to thecenterofeachstrip. Afterthegluedries,fold backtheendtabsof thestripsandapplymoreglue.

4. Adjust theanglesof themirrors until youcanlook in onewindow of theperiscopeandseeclearlyout of theother.

5. Thenpresstheend tabsdownfirmly andletdry.

6. After themirrorsaresecurelyin place,besureto takea sneakpreviewbeforetapingthelid on the box.

Optional: Thebox maybe decoratedbeforeputtingin themirrors.

C.Depth Gauge1. Tie a weighton theendofa long strong

string.2. Tie measuringknotsatintervalsof yards.



Jig SawPuzzleMaterials: Picturesof buildings,well knownpeopleandfamouslandmarks

GlueCardboardScissors

Note: Goodsourcesfor picturesarecity mapsandbookletsputout bymerceandlocal newspapers.

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Crafts

your local Chamberof Corn-

1. Gluepictureson a pieceofcardboard,overlapingthema bit.2. Whenglue is dry, turnthecardboardover anddrawthepuzzlepieces.3. Cut themapart.

ScrapMa~Materials:Cardstockor light cardboard

GlueCanceledStampsWashersPaperclipsToothpicksBottle capsButtonsConstructionpaperMarkers

1. Draw amapofyourneighborhood.2. Usecanceledstampsto showthelocationsof mailboxes.

washersto show wherestopsignsare.4. Usescrapsassymbolsfor stoplights,housesandfire hydrants.5. Make a legend. It shouldcontainall thesymbolsusedin themapandtell whatthey are. Make itoneof thecornersof yourmap. Showthescrapsusedin themapandtell whateachofthemmeans.



OCTOBER. 1994

ACHIEVEMENT PARADE

Bob TieMaterials: 2 Mini-rounders

1 yd. SuedelaceCrow beadsLeatherweldCub Scoutor otherleatherstamp

Optional: Dyeor paint

1. Stampdesignon grainor smoothsideof onerounder(front piece). On secondrounder(backpiece)punch2 slotswith 3/4” oblong.

2. Threadboth endsof 1 yd. lengthof suedelace throughslots in backpiecefrom grainside asshown. Stringseveralcrow beadsormetalliccrow beadson eachend of lace,thentie aknot in eachendto securebeads.

3. Apply leatherweld to flesh or roughsideofbackpiecearoundedgeonly, not in center.Adherepiecestogether,lining up edges.Dyeorpaintthepiece.

ScoutPatchPennantMaterials: Scissors

Craftglue13” wideX 28” longbluefelt4” X 17” yellow feltRuler, yardstickor measuringtape

1. Onright handsideof bluefelt measureandmark6 1/2” from thetop. Draw a line fromtop left cornerto mark. Repeatfor bottomleft corner. Cut on lines.

2. With yellow felt cut2 strips3/4” wide and17” long.

3. Tracethefollowing Scoutsymbolpatternonyellow felt and cut.

4. Glue a yellow strip top to bottom.5. Glue Scoutsymbol on.6. Sewor glueyourown temporarypatchesto

complete.

NeckerchiefHolderMaterials: 7” Circle of 3/4” pineor plywood

2 1/2” circle of3/4” pine for plywood10” lengthof 1” dowelrod1/4” pineorplywood for wolf or

bearheadWoodglueSmallnailsPaint,stainor varnishSandpaperCopingsawHammer

1. Cut out andsand7” and2 1/2” circlesforbaseandtop.

2. Usingacopingsawcut out thewolf or bearheads,following thepatternsshown. Sandtheedgessmooth.

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Front piece

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3. Glue, thennail, 2 1/2” circleto oneendofthe dowelrod.

4. Glue, thennail, 7” circle to theotherendofthe dowel to form thebase.

5. Glue theheadto thedowel.6. Paintorstain.

Put your tie slideson thewolf or bearears;thehatgoeson top of theholder,andyourneckerchieffits aroundtheears.

Whittled CubMaterials: 1/8” Soft wood,pineor fir

Drill9 PaperfastenersThread

1. Whittle eachpart.2. Drill holesfor joint fastenersandthreadon

head.3. Insertjoint fastenersandthread.

NOVEMBER. 1994

HARBORS, STATIONS AND AIRPORTS

AmazingFlying Machine(BombPoDs~Materials: 5 Craft sticks(tonguedepressors

work best)

1. Weavethe5 stickstogetherasshown.2. Fly like a frisbee. Theplane.“explodes”on

contactwith thegroundor othersurfaces.3. Assembleit again,andhavemorefun.

Boat in aBottleMaterials:2 Liter clearplasticpop bottle

Whitepaper2-3 Toothpicks

1. Soakthebottle in hot soapywaterto removethebottomcover. Dry bottle.

2. Replacecapandsetbottomaside.3. Cut off clearbottomat apointlower than.

wherethebottomcoverwill hit.4. Shapetheboatfrom clay.5. Cutpapersailsandstick toothpickthrough

thesails.6. Placetheboatinsidethebottle. Placesome

decorativerockandsandin thebottomofthebottle.

7. Glue thebottomandbottomcoverbackonthebottle.

8. Placea fewbits of clay underthebottle so itwill standon its side.

ClayScissorsGlue

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WoodenWonderPlaneMaterials:11 Craft sticks

Toothpick -

GlueKnife or heavyscissors

1. Cut endsoff 2 craft sticks3/4’ long andsave.2. Glue 3 stickstogetherfor bodyasshown.3. Cutendlesssticks into thirds. Glue 2 acrosswings.4. Glue wings to body. Glue in wing supports.Glue tail in placeasshownand toothpicktofront for propeller.

FoamPlanesMaterials: Foammeattrays

PencilScissorsPaperClip

1. Traceandcut thepartsfor theplanefrom the foamtray.2. Make Slits in thebody to insertthe wing piecesandthestabilizer.3. A paperclip on thenoseoftheplanewill makeit fly better.

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Aquanaut 9Artist 12Athlete 14Citizen 15Communicator 17Craftsman 20Engineer 26Family Member 29~Orester 31Geologist 36Handyman 42Naturalist 45Outdoorsman 50Readyman 55Scholar 61~Scientist 62Showman 68Sportsman 69Traveler 70


WEBELOS PROGRAM

AlthoughWebelosScoutsarestill an integralpartof Cub Scouting,with thesamepurposes,it is a transitionalp rogram. It is movingtheboys from afamily basedprogramin which theparentsapprovework, to aunit leaderledprogramwheretheWebelosdenleadermustapproveadvancement.It is a transitionfromthe simplerCub Scoutigprogramandideals,tothemorechallengingprogramof Boy Scout-ing and themorecomplexidealsof theScoutOath andLaw. It is a transitionfrom the homeandneighborhoodbasedCub Scoutingto thewiderworld of Boy Scoutcamping,hiking andthewilderness.

WebelosDenLeadershavetwo objectives:

• ProvideeveryWebelosScouttheopportu-nity to earnhis Arrow of Light.

• Leadand successfullycoachtheboysto thethresholdof apositiveBoy Scoutingexperience.

WEBELOS DEN LEADERSHIP

WebelosDen Leader - shouldbe interestedand enjoyworking with 4th and 5th gradeboysand serveasarole model. This personleadstheWebelosdenin ayear-roundprogramofactivities andhelpsensurethattheboysgradu-ateinto Boy Scouting. TheWebelosDenLeaderalsoprovidesregularcoachingto theDenChiefrelatedto thedensprogramactivities.

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AssistantWebelosDen Leader - assiststheWebelosDenLeaderin planningand carryingOut aprogramofactivitiesfor theWebelosden.

WebelosDen Chief - aregisteredBoy Scout,active in thetroop andselectedby theScout-masterto serveasa programassistantto theWebelosdenleader.

Activity BadgeCounselor - Variousadults,oftenparents,who haveknowledgeof oneormore activity badgeareas. Theyarerecruitedby theWebelosDenLeaderandhelpWebelosScoutsgainselfconfidencein dealingwithadults.Otherkey leaderswho will helpWebelosleadersto provideaqualityprogramare:

Webelosden leader coach- In packshavingmorethanone Webelosden,this Scouteris thecoordinatorbetweendensin activity plans,useof resources,contactswith Scoutmasters,participationof Webelosdensat packmeetingsand is thepersonto keeptheCubmasterin-formed.

Troop Webelosresourceperson - A regis-teredadult in thetroop,usuallytheassistantScoutmasterfor new Scouts. May havepersonalknowledgein teachingBoy Scoutskills, butequallyimportant,shouldknowwhereto secureresourcepeopleto assistinWebelosactivity badgesand otherprojects. Isappointedby the Boy Scouttroop to serveasthe liaison betweenthe troop andWebelosden(s).

Keep in mind you do nothaveto do it allyourself. Thereareplenty of Scouterswhoarewilling to help. In addition,thereis awealthofcommunityresources,publicationsandteach-ing aidesto helpyou copeboth with your liitedtimeand lackofbackgroundin someareas.Usingthesepeopleandmaterialswill not onlyenrichtheprogramfor theboys,but increaseyour enjoymentofit aswell.


Webelos Thru the Looking Glass

CRITICAL ELEMENTS FORASUCCESSFULDEN

Manyelemetsgo into havinga successfulden,buta few standout ascritical.

• Quality program• Trainedleadership• Enthusiasm• Fun

troop. Resourcesareidentifiedandactivitybadgecounselorsarerecruited. Thisplan isincorporatedin thepacksannualplan.

Monthly Polanning- At leastonceeachmonththeWebelosdenleader,assistant,WebelosDenChiefandtroop Webelosresourcepersonmeetto work Out detailsof activitiesfor thenextmonth. Thekey to successfulplanningisthemonthly activity badge..

WEBELOS ADVANCEMENT THE TWO YEAR WEBELOS PROGRAM

Theadvancementprogramin theWebelosdenis different from that in theWolf and Beardens. It has3 parts;20 activity badges,theWebelosBadgeandtheArrow ofLight. TheWebelosleaderor activity badgeconselorisresponsiblefor signingthecompletionof eachadvancementfor Webelos.

PROGRAM PLANNING

TheWebelosprogramis structuredasatwoyearprogramfor 4th and5th gradeboys.While thetwo yearprogramis not optional,theway it is administeredcanbe variedto accom-modatethecircumstancesof eachpack. Therewill be two main waysofrunningtheprogram.Thefirst is havingseparatefirst andsecondyeardens.Thesecondis to runoneden with amixtureof first andsecondyearboys.

TheWebelosdendoesnot operatewith therecommendedmonthly themes. Instead,it usesa monthly activity badgefocus. Partofeachmonthsactivity badgeprogramshouldicludesomethingto do atthepackmeeting. Thiscould be afitnessdemonstrationor adisplayofprojects. Thepoint is that theWebelosdenshouldremainan integralpartofthepack,andshouldhaveapart in eachpackmeeting.

Themissionof the Webelosprogramis toprovideactivitieswhich arefun for boysandmeettheir needs,interest,desiresand contrib-ute to theirgrowth. Thegoalof theWebelosdenis to hold a boy in theCub Scoutpackandgraduatehim into a troop. Thatswhy aqualityprogramis of suchimportance.

Annual Planning - A Webelos/Troopannualplanningmeetingshouldbe heldduringthesummerbeforethepacksannualplanningmeeting. A tentativecalendarof activitiesisset,includingjoint quarterlyactivitieswith the

SEPARATE DENS

Thisschemeworkswell for packswith afairlylargenumberoffirst andsecondyearWebelos.Coordinationof theprogrambetweenthefirstandsecondyeardensis essential.In general,thedensprogramsshouldbe plannedso thatthefirst yearden(or dens)concentrateon theWebelosrank andtheactivity badgesnecessaryto achieveit, while thesecondyearden (ordens)concentrateon theArrow of Light andmovinginto Boy Scouting. Oneway toaccomplishthis is by designatinghalfof theactivity badgesasfirst yearbadges,andtheotherhalf assecondyearbadges,keepinginmind thatFitnessis requiredfor theWebelosrank, andCitizenandReadymanfor theArrowof Light.


Thru the Looking Glass Webelos

Otherarrangementsare,ofcourse,possible.

COMBINED DENS

Forsmall packswith limited membershipsandleadership,theaboveprogrammaybe undesir-ableor inpossible. In this case,thereare acoupleof waysof dealingwith the2 yearprogram. Oneway, is to runacombinedfirstand secondyearprogram,alternatingworkingon first andsecondyuearbadges.

Anotheroptionis to useamodified patrolmethod. Webelosdenscannametheir densand usetheBoy Scoutpatrolmedallionsasidentifying insignia. During activity badgetime, thegroupscouldsplit, with the first yearpatrol working on Webelosrank andfirst yearactivity badges,andthe secondyearpatrolworking on theArrow ofLight andsecondyearbadges.

Regardlessof howyourpackdecidesto run thetwo year Webelosprogram,theadultsof theden canset thetoneof thedenby dedicatedprogramplanningandevaluation.

TRAINING AVAILABLE

Webelosdenleadersandassistantshouldcompletetheirdistrict’s Cub ScoutLeaderBasicTraining,which includesa Webelos

leaderoutdoorexperience.Theyshouldalsoattendtheirdistrict’s monthly roundtablesandcouncil pow wow.

Fifth gradeWebelosleadersandassistantsareencouragedto attendtheBoy ScoutBasicTraining beforethey startthe secondyear. Inthis way, the leaderswill betterunderstandtheBoy Scoutprogramandwill be ableto adapttheirmeetingand activitesin thefinal stagesofthis transitionalperiod.CHARACTERISTICSOF WEBELOS

SCOUTS

FOURTH-GRADE BOYS:

1. Fourth-gradeWebelosScoutshavea desireto be useful andneeded.

2. Theyenjoyactive,rough-and-tumbleplayandhaveagreatinterestin teamgames.Theyhavegoodbody controlandlike todevelopstrength,skill andspeed.

3. Theyneedto belongto andbe acceptedby agroup. Theyenjoygroupadventureandplay. Problemsmayresultif theyarenotacceptedby their group.

4. Theyare curiousaboutwhat is happeningintheworld aroundthem. They like reading,writing andusingbooksandreferences.Theyaremoreinterestedin the real worldthanfantasy.

5. Theylike to testandexerciseagreatdealofindependence.Theyare very consciousofbeingfair andarehighly competitive.Theyhavedifficulty admititing mistakesbutcanaccepttheirmistakesandtakeresponsibilityfor theiractions.

6. Theyarevery awareof right andwrong.Theywantto do right, butsometimesover-reactorrebelagainstauthoritythat is toodemanding.

7. Theyseldomreceivepriasewithoutappearingto resentthepraise. Rememberthat whenhe is themostunlovable,he needslove themost, andwhenhe is thehardesttounderstand,he needsunderstandingthemost.

Possibleactivity badgearrangement

First YearAquanautFitnessShowmanTravelerCommunicatorFamily MemberCraftsmanHandymanForesterNaturalist

SecondYearArtistAthleteCitizenEngineerGeologistOutsdoorsmanReadymanScholarScientistSportsman


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FIFTH-GRADEBOYS

1. Fifth-gradeWebelosScoutshaveawiderangeof developmentandbehavior. Somearephysicallydevelopedwhile othersarestill trying to catchup. Somearerespon-sibleand stable;othersareimmatureandseemyoungerthantheir years. Most areexperiencingrapidmusculargrowth.

2. Theyenjoy learningandhaveagoodatten-tion span.Theyare beginningto dealwithabstractideasandthink logically. They loveto memorize.

3. They like to tease. At times theymayberude,uncooperativeandresistant,whilefriendly andcooperativeat othertimes.

4. Theyhaveperiodsofjust fooling around--

pushing,wrestling,poking andgiggling.5. Theyhaveastrongloyalty to their group.At

times theyaremorelikely to valuetherulesandopinionsof theirpeergroupthanthoseof adults.TheWebelosdenis particularlygoodsinceit involvesconstructiveactivityratherthanthe destructiveactivity of somefifth-gradegroups.

6. Theywant to be independentandhavere-sponsibility. Theywant to feel usefulandimportant.

7. Theyarecritical ofthemselvesandresentCriticismfrom others.Theycan be touchyandirritable anddo not like to admit theyarewrong. Theyarevery consciousoffairplay andhavea strongmoralsense.


Thereis no magic formulafor success.It takeswork. It mustbe acooperativeeffort on thepartof yourpack,theBoy Scouttroop and theboy’s family. This transitionalprogramin-volvesknowledge,communicationandcoop-erationof all parties.

WEBELOS TO SCOUT TRANSITION

HOW THE TRANSITION PLAN HELPS

THE BOYManyWebelosScoutswill go on into Scoutingwith no helpat all, butat leasthalfof themneedto knowmoreabouttheiropportunitiesforfun andadventurein theScouttroop.

Thatis really thepurposeoftheWebelos-to-Scouttransition plan,to give the WebelosScouta samplingof thetroop program,troopleadership,personaladvancement,a trainingandlearningexperienceandan appreciationoftroop organizationandrelationships.

It will be theboysdecision(andthefamilys)so weoweit to themto demonstratesomeofthe fun experiencesandto let him knowthat heis wanted. Certainkey Scoutersarebetterableto showtheWebelosScoutsthevariousele-mentsof Scoutingtheywant to know. Weneedto include everyone,startingwith theWebelosScoutsthemselves,andthat makesthetransitionplan an unlimited opportunity.

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

Too often, this vital areais overlookedby boththepackleadersandthe leadersof theboy’snew troop. Not only is therethepossibility ofignoring apotentialnewresourcefor theScoutingprogram,but alsothechancethattheboy reallyneedshis familys support to makeitthroughwhat couldbe a very difficult time.

TheboysWebelosbadgeandArrow of LightAwardreachinto therequirementsborderingon Scoutingskills, giving him a view ofScoutingadvancement.Heseesboy leadershipatwork andsenseshis ownpotentialasa juniorleader

In short, theboy’s desirefor troopmembershipis theresultof this gradualchangein appetitefor troop orientedacctivities.



YOU AND THE TROOP LEADERS CAN

WORK TOGETHERWhenthe Webelos-to-Scouttransitionprogramis used,WebelosScoutswant to join BoyScouttroops. As apartof this program, BoyScoutleadersgivey ou helpandsupport,participatein thejoint meetingsandcamp-outswith you, supplya DenChiefandtroopWebelosresourceperson,andestablishapack!troop relationshipof apermanentbasis.

THE FIRST SIMPLE THINGS TO DO

Webelosden leader and Cubmaster• Your unit commissionercanhelpyou make

a list of nearbytroop,swith leaders’namesandphonenumbers.If aunit commissioneris not available,eithertheCubmasteror theWebelosdenleaderwill needto taketheinitiative to getthingsgoing.

• If available,theunit commissionercanhelpbring togetherthe Webelosdenleader,Cubmasterand Scoutmasterfor theirfirstmeeting. If comissioneris notavailable,callthe Scoutmasterandarrangefor all to Sit

down togetherandto shareyourmutualneeds.It will be atime to getacquainted,defineresponsibilities,discussleadershipneedsandmakeplansto recruit any neededleaders. Setup aplanfor regularcommuni-cationsbetweenkey leadersto keepevery-oneinterestedandinformed.

Somesuggestionsforjoint Webelosdenltroopactivitiesarelisstedbelow:

- Webelosdenvisits troopCourtof Honor.- Webelosdenandtroop sharean evening

campfire.- Joint attendanceatScoutSundayor Sabbath

services.- Pack/troopcommunityGoodTurn, orGood

Turn for charteredorganization.- Webelosden on a day hike with troop.

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Troopleadersassiston aWebelosovernightcamp-out.Webelosdenvisits a district camporeewithtroop ashost.Scoutmasterandtroopjunior leaderstakepart in packgraduationceremonies.

NOW THAT THINGSARE MOVING

Therearesomeotherthingsthat shouldbe• doneby den andpackleadersto ensureWebelos-to-Scouttransition.

Webelosden leader• Usetheparent-talentsurveysheetsto iden-

tify potentialacitvity badgecounselors.• Train theWebelosDenChiefandhelphim

to registerfor andattendaDenChiefsconference.

• RecognizetheWebelosDenChiefin frontof thepackorWebelosden.

• CompleteWebelosdenleadertraining assoonaspossible.

• Work with theWebelosresourcepersonandCubmasterto conducteffectivegraduationceremoniesat thepackmeeting.

• Attendroundtableson aregularbasis,especiallyanyjoint Cub Scoutand Scoutleaders’roundtables.

WebelosDen Chief• Receivetraining from theWebelosden

leaderand attendaDenChiefconference.Securea Den ChiefHandbook.

• Participatein theyearlyWebelosprogramplanningmeeting.

• Be familiar with theWebelosbadgeandArrow of Light Awardrequirementsin orderto assistWebelosScoutsin theiradvance-ment.

• Attendall Webelosdenmeetingsandpar-ticipatein district “WebelosWoods” activities.


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• Assistwith all pack(orden)/troopactivitiesandparticipateat packmeetingswithWebelosScoutsin skits, stunts,songs,demonstrations,etc.

• Assistwith Webelosovernightcamp-outs,showingWebelosScoutstheproperuseoftroop equipment.

• Securehelpfrom troopjunior leaders.,• Assistactivity badgecounselorsat Webelos

denmeetingsasneeded.• RepresenttheWebelosdento thetroop and

theScoutsto theWebelosScouts.• Participatewith thepack, Webelosden and

troop in joint money-earningaactivitiesandserviceprojects.

Cubmaster• CompleteyourbasicCub Scoutleader

training at yourearliestopportunity.• Sit downtogetherwith yourunit commis-

sioner,ScoutmasterandWebelosdenleaderto determinewhatneedsto be donetoimproveWebelosgraduations.

• Assistin planningandconductingstimulat-ing graduationceremonies,involvingparents,theScoutmaster,theDenChief, theWebelosden leaderand boy leadersfromthetroop.

• ConductWebelosden inductionceremoniesand Arrow of Light Award ceremonies.

• SupporttheWebelosden leaderin pack!troop activities.

• Help establishand maintainstrongpack!troop relationships.

• Encouragehigh advancementstandardsfortheWebelosScouts.

• IncludeWebelosdenparticipationin•packmeetingactivities.

• Attendroundtableson a regularbasis.Attend any-joint Cub ScoutandScoutleaders’roundtableswith theWebelosdenleader.

• Recognizethe Den Chiefsatthepackmeetings.


• Supporttheyear-roundWebelosden program.• Help to recruit activity badgecounselors

from thepack.Pack conmiittee• Help recruit andsupporttheWebelosden

leader(s)andprovideresourcesfor theWebelosdens.

• PromoteWebelos-to-Scouttransition-

throughthecharteredorganizations.• At eachmonthly meetingkeepinformedof

Webelosdenprogressand needs.• Help bring familiestogetheratjoint pack(or

den)/troopactivities.• Promoteandsupportstrongpack/troop

relationships,sharingwith thetroop com-mitteetheneedfor graduationsinto thetroop.

• Work closelywith theunit commissionerineffectingasmoothflow ofboysinto thetroop.

Activity badgecounselor• Provideactivity badgeinstructionatthe

Webelosdenmeeting.• Be familiarwith theWebelosScoutbook in

presentingactivity badgeinformationandcertifying advaancement.

• Help recruitotheractivity badgecounselors.• Leadfield trips relatedto activity badges.• Provideresourcesand instructionon se-

lectedactivity badge.• Hold to thetime schedulefor activity badge

instruction,

Webelosden leader coach• CoordinateactivitiesbetweenWebelosdens

in thepack.• CoordinateWebelosovernightcamp-outs

betweenWebelosdensin thepack.• Work closelywith thetroop Webelosre-

sourceperson.• Planfor packmeetingparticipationby the

differentWebelosdens.• Help recruit activity badgecounselors.• Aid in training Webelosdenleadersand

DenChiefs.



THE SCOUT BADGE

To teachWebelosScoutsthepartsof theScoutbadge,enlargethedesignbelow andcut theseparateparts from thin plywood or presshoard.Cut out with a scroll sawand paintOF Stain.Usetheindividual partsto teachthat specificrequirementfor theWebelosbadge.

The two stars symbolize truthand knowldge, and the outdoorsin Scouting.

The trefoil means that a Scoutcan point the right way in lifeas truly as a compass can inthe field.

The knot at the bottom of thescroll is a reminder to ‘do agood turn daily”.

SCOUT LAW DART BOARD

The three points like thefingers of the Scout sign,stand for the three partsof the Scout oath.

Eagle with the Shieldstands for freedom andreadiness to defend thatfreedom.

The scroll with the Scoutmotto is.turned up at theends. Its a hint that aScoutsmiles as he doeshis duty.

Usinga dartboardwith thenumbersone throughtwelvehaveeachboy, in turn throw a dartat thedartboardand scorea point if he can recite the pointof theScoutlaw that relatestothatnumber. If he is correcthe getsonepoint andmaycontinuethrowing. The first boy toscore12 pointswins. Thetwelvepoints necessarymayhe any twelvepointsoi°thetwelvedifferentpoints.



SCOUT LAW CROSSWORDPUZZLE

Across Down

1. Markedby respectfor andconsiderationof others.

2. Courageous3. Worthy of confidence

4. Not hostile5. Free from din of pollution6. Worshipful

1. Willingness to yield to demandsor advice.

2. Friendly3. Practicingeconomyand good

management4. Being ofserviceor assistance5. Full of goodspirit

7. Faithful to one’slawful government,causeor Custom

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AOUANAUT

DEN ACTIVITIES:

1. Discusstheimportanceof theBuddySwimmingsystem.

2. Havetheboyslearnthebasicrescuemethods.Havethempracticeareachingrescuewith ashirt, poleor by throwingaprobe,ring buoyor otherlifeline.

3. If a rowboat is available,haveboatsafetymethodsandrowing techniquesdemon-stratedby aexpert. Give theboysachanceto practicethesemethods.

4. Explain how to setup a safeswim areaandthenhavetheboyssetoneup.

5. Havesomeonetell theboysabout“How toHelp Yourselfin an Emergency”. Invite anexpertto explainhowto handleemergenciesin thewater.

6. Practicerescuebreathingon adummy.7. Go to a canoeor sailboatrace.8. Visit aboatyard.9. Have aquiz on boatsafetyrules.10. Study the safeswim defenseplan.11. Learnaboutwaterpollutantsin lakesand

rivers in thearea.How do they affect waterconsumptionandrecreation?

12. At the endof themonth,haveafamilysplashpartywhereWebelosScoutscandemonstrateproficiencyin swimming,snorkeling,boatingandwaterrescue,indudewatergamesthat thewholefamilywill enjoyplaying.

PACK ACTIVITIES

Exhibit: Mask,fins, snorkel,boatequipment,practicebreathingdummy

Demonstrate: Swimmingstrokes,rescueassists,artificial resuscitation.

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CRAFTS

BathingSuit ToteFor childrenwhoride their bike to thebeachorswimmingpooi in thesummertimethis suit tote will bethegadget.

You will needa largebleachbottle with thebottomand neckremovedso that you havea tube. With twoadditionalpiecesofropetie tubeto handlebar.Tube canalso bepaintedandlacingcan be usedin placeof rope.

BoatBoxMaterials: 1 tissuebox

I toothpasteboxconstructionpaper6 corks6 white spoons4 popsiclesticks

For bow ofboatCut oneendinto a“V” andreglue. Coverboatwith constructionpaper.Paintfaceson backsof spoonsand stickintocork bases.With asharpknife,whittlepopsiclesticks into theshapeofoars.


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GAMES BOATING TIPS


TharSheBlowsForthis gameyou needa whistle thatwill sinkto thebottom. Oneplayeris givethewhistlewhile therestturn their backs. Thewhistleisthenthrowninto thewater. Whenit hassunkto thebottom, all playersareallowedtoturn aroundandstartlooking for thewhistle.Thewinneris the playerthat canfind thewhistleand diveandretrieveit. Thediverretrievingthewhistlemustblow it threetimes.Theotherplayerstry to keephim from blowingthewhistle by dunkinghim. If theyareableto,thegamestartsover again. If theboy is abletoblow the whistle,he gets to takea turn tossingthe whistle.

Towel RelayRescueDivide groupinto two teams. Stationone boyfrom eachteamatpoo1side. Give thema bathtowel. Theotherteammembersstandinshoulderdeepwater. On signal,theboy atthepool side heavesan end ofthetowel to hisfirst teammateandpulls him to theside. Theboy justrescuedrescuesthenextboy, etc.

Up andUnderOnebail for eachteam,thelargertheball, themorethefun. Theballsshouldbe thesamesize. Teamsline up in relayformation in waistdeepwater. A ball is givento thefirst boy ineachline. Onsignal,hepassestheball over-headto thesecondboy whopassesitbetweenhislegsto thethird boy who passesitoverhead,andso forth to theendof the line.Thelastboy “runs” to theheadof the line andpassesit asbefore. The first teambackin itsoriginal orderis thewinner.

BOAT SAFETY RULES

1. No horseplay.2. No standingwhenmoving.3. Yield to theright.4. No boatingin stormyor windy weather.5. If capsized,staywith theboard.

Hangontoaswampedboat Restfor awhile, thentty togetbackinto theboar,orpointtheboatatshorn,hold ontothebackandkickyourfeet

Thepersonrowing usuallysits on themiddleseat(1). His passengersits on thesternseat(2).If he hasanotherpassenger,he sits on theforwardseat(3).

Thepassengershouldkeeplooking aheadtoguidethepersonrowing.

Whengettinginto arowboat,stepinto thecenter. Fora high placestepfirst Onto thecenterof aseat. (Do notjump.)

In somewaysarowboatis like aperson.It cancarryonly so much. It canbe caughtoffbalance. It getshurt if it slamsinto anything.Takecareof the rowboat.

Each personin a boat must have hisown life preserver. In small boatsitis bestto keepiton at all times.



LIFESAVING TIPS

Thefirst thoughtofmostboyswhentheyseesomeonein troublein thewateris to rushto hisaid. Quickmotion is important,but othermethodsaresafer.

If you canREACH thepersonwith any objectathand,thenthis is thefirst choice. Yourhand,leg, fishing rod,branch,pole...anythingthat’slongenoughfor him to grab andstrongenoughnot to breakwhile you pull him toshore.Justmakesureyou haveagoodgrip on some-thing securesoyou’re not pulled into water.

VREACHIf thevictim is fartherout, THROW arope ora ring buoywith line attached.Or throw aninflated innertube,aboatcushionor anythingelsethat floats. Any objectthat will supportthevictim will do. Thenyou canencouragehim tokick his waybackto shore.

If there’saboator any othersmallcraft nearby,getinto thewaterquickly. ROWout to thevictim, havehim hold onto theboatasyou towhim to safety. In acanoe,pull up so he cangraspits side. Kneel in canoe.

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Only if thereis no otherway,andif you haveconfidencein your ability, shouldyou GO intothe waterto attemptarescue.It takesa strongexperienceswimmer,well trainedin waterrescuemethodsto savea drowningperson.Youmaybe saferandwiserif you go for help.If you attempttherescue,carryatowel or shirtin your mouth. Kick off shoes- disrobequickly, keepingyour eyeson thevictim atall times. Jump! Don’t dive into water.1,-Whennearthevictim, tosshim oneend ofthetowelor shirt andtow him to shore. If he grabsyou,takea big breath,submergeuntil heletsyou go.

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DROWNPROOFING

Archimedes’Principle: “when an objectisimmersedin a liquid the apparentlossinweightoftheobjectis equalto theweightofliquid displaced.”

Capableandexperiencedswimmersareobvi-ously skilled in the water,yet thepossibility ofa crampor tirednessis alwayspresent.Thispossibility requireslearningto stayafloatwhile usinga minimumof effort.

Knowing how to float is important. It anemer-gencyit couldmeanthedifferencebetweensurviving until helparrivesanddrowning.

Drownproofingis basedon theprinciplethat apersonwho is relaxesin thewaterwill float at,orjust below, thesurfaceof thewater. Noeffort is requiredwhenfloating. But regularrenewalsof air area mustanddrownproofingincludessimplemovementssothat a regularbreathingpatterncanbe maintained.

Manyswimmingcoursesincludeinstructionon“Drownproofing”.



Rememberdon’t let theboy try to be a super-man. This isn’t a testto seehow long he canhold his breathunderwater.Holdingyourbreathlongerthanten secondswill tire you.Thepurpose of this floatis rest,notexercise.

1. Relaxcompletely. Be lazy. With lungs full,float facedown,backof neckon the surface.Restfor threeseconds.

2. Get readyto raisefaceabovewatersurface.Extendyour armsforward slowly. Getreadyto thrustdownwardwith yourarmsandlegs.

3. Exhalethroughyou noseasyou rise to thesurface.With mouthabovewaterinhale.Your shouldersstayunderwater.

4. Keepyou headstraightandpushdownwardwith yourhands. Thiskeepsyourheadabovewater,while inhaling slowly. Don’tgulp. There’sno rush. In roughwater,keepthewavesatyour back,sotheydon’t breakin your face.

5. With lungsfull, dropheadforwardandthrustdownward andbackwardwith armsandlegs.

6. Hold ourbreath. Relax.Let armsandlegsdanglewhile you floatforwardandupward.Practice the “drownproof’float until it’ssecondnature...untilyou cando it withoutthinking.

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Invite aschoolart instructoror an artist toyour denmeetingto discussbasicart andtoanswerany technicalquestionstheboysmayhave.

2. Let theboysstudy thecolor wheelandpracticecombiningpaintsmakingshadesandtints with tempraor watercolor. Followthecolorwhenin mixing colors. Mix a littlebluewith yellow to makegreen. Themoreblue,thedarkerthegreen. Mix redwithyellow to getorange.Themorered, thedeepertheorange. Mix bluewith red to getviolet. Themoreblue, thedeepertheviolet.

RED

Havetheboysmix small amountsofpaintwiththeir brushandwatchthecolorscometo life.This is realfun, Haveyourboyspractice,practiceandpracticemixing colors.Trying torememberwhathappenseachtime theymixcolorstogether.

Theprimarycolorsarered,yellow andblue.

Thesecondarycolorsare orange,greenandviolet.Complementary colors arethosethatareoppositeeachotheron thecolorwheel. Addwhite to makethecolor lighter, or addblacktoyourcolorto makeit darker.

eARTIST

RED(VIOLET)

RED(ORANGE)

(VIOLET)“COLOR WHEEL”

BLUE ) “Complementary(VIOLET) Color&

(ORANGE)

(YELLOW)(ORANGE)

BLUE ) (YELLOW)

BLUE(GREEN

(YELLOW)(GREEN)

(GREEN)



3. Ask boystomakeaprofile ofafamily mem-ber. A profile is a sideview ofaperson.

NOTE: The shapeof thesubject’sheadandroughthat in first. Thenstartaddingfeatures.If they havetroubledrawinga profile, try this.Tapetheirdrawingpaperto a wall, andasktheirsubjectto standbesidethe paper.Thenshineabright light on himor her. The shadowwill outline the profile.

4, Havemodelingclay andmaterialon handformakingmodes. SeeWebelosScoutbookfor instructionson modelingahead.(Referto ModelingClay SectionofCraftsChapter.

5. Makemobiles.6. Makeconstructions- simpledesignsin

space.7. Visit an artmuseumorvisit amuseumand

look at thedesignideasput into eachdisplay.8. Hold an “ART CAN BE FUN” night.9. Make drawingsfrom nature,birds, animals,

flowers,etc.

WebelosScoutswill learnto be moreobser-vant in this activity badgeareaasthey learntodifferentiatebetweencolors, tints andshades.Theyshouldappreciateandbe moreawareofdesignand colorin natureastheylearnabouttheseelementsof art. Theycandevelopcre-ativity astheypracticedesignandwork onsculpturing,mobiles,andconstructions.

GAMES

EveShutDrawingsHavetheboysdrawa pictureof a pig with theireyesshut.Thecurly tail of thepig makesthisgamefunny.

Outlinesor WigglesGive everyonea pencil andpaperandhavethem drawa wavyor zigzagline. Thentell theboysto exchangepapersandmaketheir lineinto apicture. Theonewith thefunniestor thebestpictureis thewinner.

CrazyArtistForm teamsfor arelay drawingcontest.Pro-vide eachteamwith apieceof chalk. Theobjectof thegameis fortheentireteamtodrawahouse,with eachplayerdrawingnomorethantwo straightlines. Havea playerfrom eachteamrun forwardabout30 feet,drawhis two lines,thenreturn andhandthechalkto thenextplayerin his line, the teamwith thebestlooking housewins.

FiveDotsGive eachCub Scouta pieceof paperand havehim drawfive dotson it whereverhepleases.He shouldthengive it to anotherplayerwhotries to fit on a drawingof apersonwith theheadat oneofthefive dots,thehandsattwo ofthedotsandthefeetatthe two otherdots.

CRAFTS

SandPainting

Referto SandPainting sectionin CraftsChapter.

MakeGreetingCardsHere’sa way to makeholiday greetingcardsthat aredecidedlydifferent. They arebothinterestingto work on andinexpensive.

Suppliesneededareblueprintpaper,a little,water,a pieceof window glass,a little perox-ide, acardboardbox with lid, somebrightsunshine,piecesof cardboardanda darkcloth.You needto decidewhat typeof cardyou’regoing to makeandfind an object(leaf, twig,bells,cookiecuttershapes)that you wish tohaveimprintedon yourcard. Blueprintpapercanbe foundfrom any storehandlingdraftingorblueprintsupplies.

Procedure:Cut theblueprintpaperto thesizeofcardsandput thesheetsin acoveredbox to keepoutlight. While it is not necessaryto cut thepaperin total darkness,theroom shouldhaveonlyenoughlight to seewhatis beingdone.


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Work quickly! Now for theprinting! In thissamedarkenedroom, takeone ofthecut sheetsandlay it face(curl side)up on cardboardortray. On top of it lay theletteringthat hasbeencut out ofthick paper,or theobjectyou wish tohaveimprinted. Placetheglasson top to holdthem in place. Hold it firmly, andstepout intothesunlight. Let thesunshinedirectlyon theglassanditemsbeneathit for threeminutes.Coverit with a dark cloth andhurrybacktothedarkenedroom. Washthepaperin coldwater. Slowly it will turn a light blue, with thespacewherethe letteringor objectwasremain-ing white, If thebackgroundis to be a darkerblue,next time lengthentheperiodoftime inthesun. To geta very dark blue,usejustenoughperoxideto.colorthewaterslightlythenput theprints in aftertheyhavebeenwashedin theclearwater. Leavethemin eachofthewatercontainersfor only afew seconds.Lay faceup orhangwith clothespinsto dry.

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Invite aspecialistto yourdenmeetingorvisit themat theirplaceof work.a. A dietitianb. A physicaltherapistc. A schoolcounselord. A gym teacher

2. Attendaprobaseballgame(ScoutNight attheRoyals)

3. Go to a healthclubandtalk to oneof theirtrainers.

4. Make tie slides.Referto Tie Slidessectionof theCrafts Chapter.

GAMES


Mini-OlympicsThiscanbe donewithin a den,betweendensorevenasa packactivity. Here theScoutscompetethroughthecourseoutlinedbelow -

recordeachScoutsscores.Be sureto havethemdo somewarm-upexercisesbeforestarting (ex. tentoetouches,deepkneebends,jumpingjacksandbody twists). Afterwardsdiscussa balanceddiet and theeffectexercisemayhaveon theirperformance.Then challengethemto do theirchosenFitness(badge)exer-cisesfor thirty daysandhavethemredothecourse. Ask themhow theythink theirperfor-mancewill change.This will complete#5 oftheFitnessbadgeandhelpsthemto complete#2. If time is available#3,4,and 6 of theFitnessbadgeshouldbe discussed.

Setup an obstaclecoursewith five of therequiredelementsofthe Athlete badge,plusafew “fun” ones.Eachrequirementis assigneda station. An adultor denchiefshouldbe ateachstationto recordeachScoutsefforts.

Thefollowing is an exampleof a course:

Station#1 - Sit Ups (adultholdsfeet)Do 30 - recordtime to do 30 Or howmanyin3 minutes.

Station#2 - Pull UpsDo 2 orrecordhowmany in 2 minutes.

Station#3 - PushUpsDo 8 - or how manyin 3 minutes.

Station#4 - StandingLong JumpMark off six feetin one-halffoot increments(highlight the five foot mark). Beginwithtoesat thestartline andmeasureattheheelafterthejump. Recordthedistancejumped.

Station#5 - VerticalJumpSetup apostor a board. Markthepoststartingfrom thebottomwith ascale,ininchesfrom 0 - 15 inches. Attacha ball to astring andhang it over thepost. Have anadulthold theendof thestring.

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Theadult will needto adjusttheheightoftheball on thejump side, accordingto eachScout’sheight - aboutafoot abovethetipsoftheir fingerswhentheir armis stretchedabovetheir head. Theythen try to jump upandtouchtheball. Theadult watchesto seehow high theyjump - theheightof thejumpis measuredfrom thebottomof theposttothebottomoftheirfeetat the heightof thejump. Recordheightof jump (9 inchesinrequiredfor Athlete badge.)

Station#6 - 50 YardDashRecordtime - (8.2secondsis therequire-ment for theAthlete badge)

Station#7 - Tire RunScoutmustrun throughaseriesof tires,being sureto put onefoot in eachtire withalternatingfeet.

Station#8 .- HoppingOn OneFootScouthasto hop on onefoot throughaset ofcones. Onefoot mustbe heldbehindtheirbackthrough theentirecourse.

Recordthe time to completethecourse.

After theScoutshavecompletedthecoursethesecondtime (aftera monthof exercise)sitdownwith themandcomparethetwo setsofresults. Ask themwhy thedifference? Discussagainwhatit meansto be physicallyfit. Thisactivity alsoearnseachScoutthePhysicalFitnessbelt loop.

CITIZEN

CITIZENSHIP PLEDGE

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“As future citizens,wewill do our bestto bepreparedin body andwill, in spirit andskill.We acceptour obligationsto Godandwillshowby ouractionswearewilling to serveothersandbe goodmembersoftheScoutingteam.”

DEN ACTIVITIES/FIELD TRIPS

1. Discussrequirementsof badgewith boys.Decideon a goodturn for school,churchorcommunity andplanhow to carry it out.

2. Boys makelogbooksto recordtheirwork onthebadge.Planaspecialgoodturn for thenextpackmeeting,suchas settingup chairs,ushering,cleanup, etc.

3. Visit a local governmentagency. Find outhow it works, what serviceit provides,howit affectsboysandtheirfamilies.

4. A campaignagainstlitter is a“must” forgoodcitizenship. Discusshow your dencancarryon sucha campaign...anddo it. Thiscould includemakingpostersfor display,litter clean-up,making litter bags,etc.

5. Discussthevariousorganizationsin youcommunitywhich helppeople. How aretheyfinancedandrun? do theyusevolun-teerhelp? Visit oneof theseorganizations.

6. Discusswaysboyscanbe goodcitizens.Let themmakelists ofthingstheywill try todo regularly.

7. Provideapartyor recreationalequipmentfor a children’shome.

8. Work on repairingandpaintingplaygroundequipmentin your neighborhood.

9. Attend anaturalizationceremonyor invite anewcitizento your denmeetingto tell whatbecomingan Americanmeansto them.


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10. Visit acourt.Ask thejudgeto talk to theboysaboutcitizenship. Acquaintthemwithcourtprocedure.

ll.Visit a city council meeting. Obtain anagendaandbe familiar with issuesto bediscussed.

12.Maketie slides. Referto Tie Slidessectionof theCraftsChapter.

Knowing Your Community

As a project,you denmight like to checkoutthefollowing list to seewhich ofthethingslisted canbe foundin theircommunity,whooperatesthemandhow theyarepaid for:Health- hospitals,clinics, doctors,dentist,ambulanceservice,waterfiltration plant,sewagedisposal,garbagecollection.Protection - stormsewers,fire andpoliceprotectionEducation- public schools,high schools,colleges,nightschools,vocationalschools,libraries.Recreation- theatres,pools,parks,play-grounds, golf courses,lakes.Transportation- roads,highways,bustermi-nal, train station, airport,parking lots, garages,service stations, car lots.Stores- shoppingcenters,supermarkets,corner stores, appliance stores, markets.

Business- whatmajorcompaniesarethereinyourcommunity?Industrial - what itemsaremanufactured?Agriculture - whatproductsareproducedlocally?VoluntaryAgencies- whatagenciesarethere?Whatdo theydo in thecommunity?Organizationsand Clubs - service? fraternal?hobby?Religion - churches,synagogues,temples,halls,seminaries.


PresidentialGame1. WhichPresidenthadthefollowing hobbies:

boxing,ju-jitsu, riding, shooting,tennisandwrestling?

2. How manyAmericanPresidentswereawardedtheNobelPeacePrize?

3. Trueor False. No Presidentwasan onlychild.

4. TrueorFalse. TheodoreRooseveltboxedwith one-time heavy weight boxing cham-pion JohnL. Sullivan.

5. TheheaviestPresidentwasGroverCleve-land,GeorgeWashington,William H. Taft,orLyndon B. Johnson.

6. Only onePresidentremaineda bachelor. HewasThomasJefferson,WoodrowWilson,JamesBuchananorHanyTruman.

7. GeorgeWashington’sofficial title was“HisHighness,thePresidentof theUnitedStatedofAmerica, andProtectorof TheirLiber-ties”. True or False.

8 The first Presidentto appearon TV wasHerbertHoover,Harry S. Truman,DwightD. Eisenhower,of FranklinD. Roosevelt?

9. Who said, “WheneverI hearanyonearguingfor slavery,I feel a strongimpulseto seeittried on himpersonally.” GeorgeWashing-ton, AbrahamLincoln, JohnF. Kennedy,orSpiro Agnew.

10. TheodoreRooseveltandFranidinD.Rooseveltwere: Fatherandson,uncleandnephew,fifth cousins,not related.

11.Whois the tallestPresident?

Answers- (1) TheodoreRossevelt(2) Two -

TheodoreRooseveltandWoodrowWilson(3) True(4) True - theyboxedin theWhiteHousegym (5) Taft, who weighted340 pounds(6) JamesBuchanan(7) True(8) Rooseveltin1939 (9) Abraham Lincoln (10) Fifth cousins(11) AbrahamLincoln at6’4”.

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ScrambledPresidentsHavetheboysunscramblenamesof presidents,suchasGINSHAWNOT (Washington)orKOCSANJ(Jackson).

Do You Know Your Flag?This is aquiz which canbe very tricky.

1. Theflag is raised(a) slowly (b) briskly(c) at any speedthat is comfortable.

2. If you carriedtheflag in aparadebeforethePresidentoftheUnitedStates,you woulddip theflag slightly in saluteto thePresi-dentasyou walkedpasthim. Trueor False?

3. Theflag mustneverbe loweredno matterhow badtheweatherconditions?TrueorFalse?

4. Theflag is neverallowedto fly afterdaylight hoursanywherein theworld. True orFalse?

5. Whentheflag is carriedin aprocessionoron otheroccasions,it is escortedby an

honorguard. Trueor False?6. Theflag’s honorguardwalks (a) on the

flag’s right (b) justbehindtheflag (c) oneithersideof theflag.

7. If you are aCub Scout,Boy Scoutor Explorer,you alwaysgive theCub Scout,BoyScoutor Explorersaluteto the flatwhetherornot you arein uniform. True or False?

Answers:

1. (b)Briskly2. False. Theflag is neverdippedto anyone.3. False. Theflag is not flown in badweather.4. False. Although it is thecustomto display

theflag only from sunriseto sunset,thereisno law prohibiting its beingflown both dayandnight.

5. True6. (c) On eithersideof theflag.7. False. Whenyou arein civilian clothes,you

removeyou hatandplaceyourright handoveryourheartwhentheflag passes.

COMMUNICATOR

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Visit a newspaperoffice.2. Visit a postoffice.3. Visit the telephonecompany.4. Visit a learning center for theblind orthedeaf.5. Invite someonewho is blindor deafto the

den meetingand seehow theycommunicate.6. Invite a memberof therotary Club or the

ToastmastersInternationalto visit your denandgive examplesof body language.

7. Visit ameetingof theseorganizationstoobserve how communication is given.

8. Ask amemberof thelocal amateurradioorganizationto visit you denor allow thedento visit his basestation.

9. Listen to a CB radioor find an activeCiti-zensBandRadioClub in yourareato tellyourdenhow theradiocanhelp.

l0.Visit thelocal library or schoollibrary tofind outhow thebooksare indexedto locatetheeasier.

11. Local radiostationsor televisionstationscanshowyourdenhowtheyreceivecommunicationsfrom aioundtheworld thmughtheuseofniicmtransmittersorsatellitestations.

12. Locatealocal organizationthatteachesthedeafa signandseeif theymightbewillingto teachthedenafewbasicwordsor phrases.

13.Havesomeoneshowthedentheirpersonalcomputerandhow it works.

14. Find out themanyjob opportunitiesin thecommunicationfield by checkingwith thelocal Chamberof Commerceto locatecompaniesthat usecommunicationasabasisfor employment.

15.Maketie slides. Referto Tie SlidessectionofCraftsChapter.


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Computer Installations

Sincetherearenow manythousandsofcom-putersin this country,it shouldnotbe difficultto find a computerinstallationwithin drivingdistanceof your home. Beforeyou go, find outwhatkind of work it does. Is it a businessdataprocessingor scientificprocessing?Whatkindof machineis it and whois themanufacturer?

A visit to acomputerinstallationcanbe unre-warding unlessyou arepreparedto askques-tions. Don’t worry that you mightasksillyquestions. If possible,follow thestepsinwhich a programmersetsup ajob. Startbymeetingwith a programmer,andseewhereheor sheworks. Find out whatlanguageis usedto communicatewith thecomputer. Ask ifyou canseeacopyof aprogram. Find out howtheprogramsis convertedinto a form to bereadby thecomputer. Doesthecomputerusecardsor magnetictape? Follow theprogramthroughan input/outputroom to thecomputer.Be therewhenthe programis run andseetheoutputbeingproducedby thecomputer.

Getaplanof thecomputerroom, if possible,andmarkon it whereeachcomponentofthecomputeris placed. Find out howmuchairconditioningis used,how muchelectricalpoweris neededto runthecomputer,howmanypeoplework for thecenter,who usesit,how muchit coststo operateeachhour,andalltheotherquestionsthat you’ll think of yourself.

IDEAS FOR PACK MEETII’~4G

Exhibit: Postersof differentformsof commu-nication,MorsecodesignalerDemonstration:Sign language,MorseCode

SIGNAL CODES

Todaymostmessagesthat go long distancesaresentby voiceradio. Policeofficers, fire_______ fighters,andtaxi driverskeepin touchwiththeirhomebasesby voiceradio.

But someolderwaysof sendingmessagesareused,too. Morsecodeby blinker andflagsignalsareusedon Navyshipswhentheywantto keepradiosilence. Hamradiooperatorslearnto sendMorsecode,too.

As a Boy Scout,you maylearnhow to sendMorsecodeby buzzer,orwigwag flags. Youmayalsolearnto signalby semaphorecode.

Practicewith yourden. Seeif you cansendshortmessagesby Morseorsemaphore.

SimpleTelegraphMaterials :6-Volt batterywith two terminals

on topTin canTwo blocks ofwoodScrew,nailsandwire

l.Cutandblendmetalpiecesasshown. Screwthemto blocks ofwood2.Hammerin nailsfor thereceiver.3.Wireasshown. In wrappingwire aroundthenails,startat thetop of onenail andworkdown. Thengo acrossto theothernail andwork up. Have atleastight turnson eachnail.4.whentheswitch is closed,thereceiverorsounderwill be drawndown tothetwo nailsandmakeaclick, In Morsecode,oneclick is adot; two clicks, dash.



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Using this symbol code,haveyour boyscodecertain messagessuch as:Communicator or Scouting is fun or Arrow of Light

SquareBox CodeDraw alargesquareon apieceof paperwith apencil andruler. Divide thesquareinto 25smallersquares.you canfit the 26 lettersofthealphabetinto the25 squaresby putting twolettersin oneof thesquares.W andX wouldbe goodonesto put in one square.

This codeusesnumbersin placeofletters. Thecodefor A is 11, becauseA is in thefirst (1)columnandthe first (1) row. Thecodefor Mwould be 33, becauseit is in column 3 androw3. Always useyourcolumnnumberfirst.Readacrossfor rows,anddown for columns.

ThemessageRUN FORHELP would look likethis:43 51 34-213543-2315 3241

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GAMES

NewsnaDerAd RelayMaterials:2or morenewspaper,folded

A pair of ScissorsforeachnewspaperA list of adsto be cut (onelist per team)

Placeanewspaperanda pairof scissorson atableor thefloor 30 feetfrom thestartingline.Divide playersinto teams(relayformation).Playersrun to the foldedpaper,unfold paper,find ad,cut out ad, refold paperandchecksadoff list. Playerreturnsto line andnextplayerrepeatsprocessandon throughthe line. Firstteamdone,wins.

Hear.HearGameThis gameis identifying sounds.Thedenchiefproducesthesondsbelow from behinda screenor in anotherroom andtheWebeloslisten. Aseachsoundis produced,theboyswrite downwhattheythink it is.

Samplesounds:Sandpaperrubbedon glass,packof cardsdroppedon a table,eggwhipperwhippingcream,golf ball or ping-pongballbouncingon abarefoor, piecesofmetal beingfiled, slicing bread,cutting glasswith aglasscutterandburstinga paperbag.

SymbolCodeThiscodeusessymbolsin theplaceof lettersornumbers. It’s easyto makebuthardto decode,unlessyou know thesymbolfor eachletter. Becareful. Some of thesymbolslook alike,but theyarenot thesame.

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Get all theparentsyou canto helpon theseprojects! Oneon one is best!

Keeptools in an organizedmanneranddon’tcarrytapesor tools in yourpocket. Be suretools aresharpandarein goodworkingcondi-

tion. Lay oily ragsout to dry by themselves(not on top ofeachother) orkeepin aclosedmetal container. Theycancausefires, Be sureall looseclothing is tuckedin and cannotbecaughtin movingmachinery.Neverremoveguardsfrom machinery. Wearsafetyglasseswheneverpossibleand alwayswhenhazardsexist to youreyes. Wearhearingprotectionwheneverpossible.Keephandsawayfrommovingmachineryuntil it hascompletelystopped.

If you cannotfind a friend with a sawto cutyour wood, some lumber yards will cut yourwood for you. Pricing will vary dependingonwhereyourpurchaseyou materials.

WOOD

Arrow of Light Display

This is a displayandan incentivefor your boysto completetheir arrowoflight. At yourrequest(youmayneedto providethearrows)haveyourCubmasterpresentyourboyswith an actualarrowat theirArrow ofLightCeremony.


Materials:1” x 4 Pineboard1 x 2’ Pineboard12” x 12’ Birch plywood 1/4’ thickGluePaintor Stain

1. Havetheboys cut a 1” x 4” board 18” long.2. Cut two 1” x 2’ pieces2” tall andcut a “V”

Out of thetop for the arrowto restin.3. Lay the1” x 4” flat andgluethe1” x 2”

pieceson top two inchesin from theedgesand allow it to dry for at least30 minutesoruntil thenextmeeting.

4. Havethe boyscut an archedboardout ofthe 1/4” plywood usingacoping saw.

5. Glue thebackcenteredon thebackedgeofthe 1” x 4” x 18” piece.

If the boysare really into it, theycancut outtheSevenRaysof the Arrow of Light or justdrawit in afterthefinish is appliedwith amagicmarkeranda pattern. Allow spacebelow thearchto glueon their Bobcat,Wolf,BearandWebelospatchesfor show.

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BasketballGameMaterials: 1 - 1” x 4” x 13’ board

1 - Dowel 5/16” 13”1 - 2” x 2” x 1 1/2” block1 - 1’ woodball - pre drilled 5/16” hole1 - plasticspoon4 - #8 - 1 1/4” wood screwsWoodGlueFishingLineHandSawDrillScrewdriverCopingSaw1 1/2” holesaw5/16” drill bit3/32” bit

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Cut 1” x 4’ x 13” into 3 pieces,one 21” long,one3 1/2” long, one7” long.Base - measureandmark7’ pieceper drawingandthendrillholessizesmarked.Backboard - markanddrill holesper drawing.Goal- Drill/Cut 1 1/2 hold centeredin 2 3/4”section,thenCut Out goal.Cut notchOut ofblock to fit spoon,tapertheslot so thespoonhandlefits tight.Cut3/4’ off of dowel,placeendof fishing linein 1” ball, with glue. Place3/4 inchpieceofdowel in holeandtapintoplacegently. Cutoff excessdowel.Center blockin pre-drilledholesandattachwith glueandscrews.

Attachgoal to backboardby centeringover~ pre-drilledholesandattachwith woodscrews

(placewoodglueon pieces).

Put glueon both endsof dowelandplaceinbackboardthenbase. Make surebackboardisaligned. Tie ball with thefishing line to bot-tom ofdowel with at least18 inchesof linebetweenball anddowel.

Slip spooninto slotandgo for threepoints.

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1 6V lanternbattery16 #8 pan heatwoodscrewsRubberadhesiveHandsawDrill3/4” drill bit1/4” drill bitYankeedrill or 3/32” drill bitsoldering iron and solder


Directions:Cutplywood into 6 pieces:2 - 8” x 3 1/4”,2 - 8” x 2 3/4”, 2 - 2 3/4” x 2 3/4”. Drill 3/4”holesin oneendof each8” pieceand setaside.

1. Find thecenterof oneof the2 3/4’ squarepieces.Drill a holefor therecepticlein themiddle. Drill sizedependson the sizeofrecepticleyou havebought.

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Measureanddrill 3/32” holesin 3” piecesasper drawing.

Place2 3/4” piecewith bulk against8” x 2 3/4”pieceandattachwith wood screws.Repeatforoppositeside.

Placeassembledpieceson side. Centerandattachto 8” x 3 1/2” pieces. Slide batteryintobottomand attachlast2 3/4” piece to bottomwith screwsin pre-drilledholes.

Note: Batteryhasto slidefreelyandmayrequireadjustmentsasyou build it.

Refer to Woodcraft sectionof CraftsChapter for more ideasand information.

LEATHER WORKING

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Leatherworking is a fun hobbythatcanfollowtheboysinto adulthood. Theycanstartwithsimpleprojectssuchaskey chainsandCoastersandwork theirwayup to belts,walletsor evenentireoutfits. Checkthe yellow pagesfor yourarea,for any craft or leathershopsfor prepack-agedkits, tools suppliesandleatherworkingclasses.TandyLeatheroffersan inclusivepackagingincludingall of theseandevenoffersa Scoutdiscount. For addressesandphonenumbersofgreaterKanasacity TandyLeather locations

referto LeathercraftSectionof theCraftsChapter. Your Scout shop also sells a varietyofkits.

TOOLING TIPS1. Leathershouldbe evenlydampbut, not

drippingwet.2. Boysshouldhavea designdrawnon paper

beforestarting. This designcanbe tracedonto theleatherwith theirawl.

3. Boysshouldpracticewith theirtools onscrapleatherfirst.

4. A varietyof leatherstampscanbe pur-chasedat any leatheror craft store.

5. Leatherstainsor acrylic paints can give thisprojectan addeddimension.

6. Theboysshouldwork on a woodencuttingboardin orderto preventdamageto toolsandtable.

7. After designis fmished,theboysmaystainorpainttheleather. Whenthestainorpaintis dried,applyNeat-Lac.Let this dry beforelacing.

8. Lacingis easiestwhenusinganeedle.

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Knife CaseThis project will meetall theiequiitmentsof theWebelos-Craftsmanleatherworkingproject.

Materials: Largepiecesof scrapleather(largeenoughto encasetheboys’ knives)Leather or vinyl lacing,

Neat-LacfinishLeatherworking tools

Sponge,containerof waterHeavyshears.

Usingthepattern,havetheScoutscut leatherthesizeoftheirknife. Firstcut thebackpiece,this pieceshouldbe at least1 1/2 times thelengthof theclosedknife anda 1/2 inchallow-anceshouldbe left to allow for the lacing.Secondcut thefront piece,this pieceshouldbeat least1/4” wider thanthebackpieceandaslong astheknife. Thelastpiece to cut is thestrap,this pieceshouldbe 1/4” wide and aslong asthe front pieceis wide. At thispointthe leathershouldbe tooledandsealed(seetips).

Thenextstepis to align theleatherpiecesasfollows. Thesmoothside ofthebackpieceshouldfaceup. Cut twol 1/2 inch slits in thebackpieceasshownin the diagram.Next laythe front piece,wroughtsidedown,on top ofthebackpiece. Be sureall sidesandthebottomare even. using the leatherholepunchor awl, makeholes, throughbothpieces,every1/4” aroundthefront piece. Besureto keeptheholeswithin 1/4” from theedge. Alsomakeahole, 1/4” from edge,on eachend ofthestrappiece. Lay thestrappiece,roughsidedown,on top ofthefront piece. Be suretoalign theholeswith the top holesin thefrontpiece.

To beginlacing, theScoutsshouldtakealengthof lacingand insertit from thebacksidestartingatthetop left handcorner. Be suretoleave1/2” of lacing on thebackside.Next theyshould bring thelacing aroundthefront andinsertit from the backsideinto thesecondhole,


beingsureto overlapthe 1/2” tail. Thelacingthencomesoverthefront andunderthefirststitch, seediagram,andthenup throughthethirdholefrom thebackside.Continuethispattern until you reach theend. At theendbesureto leavea little excesslacing to weavebackin orderto tie off lacing.

Refer to leathercraft sectionin CraftsChapter for more information and craftideas.

PLASTICS

Acrylic sheetsareusedfor projectsin thissection. Theacrylic is availablefrom severallocalvendors.Most any plasticsupplierhasscrapacrylicsthat you canpurchasefrom themfor aminimal priceor in manycasesit isdonated.You canalsofind theacrylic atmanyhardwarestores. A thicknessof 1/8” worksvery well for theseprojects. Theycanbe clearor coloredsheets,dependinguponyourproject.To do theseprojectsit takesconsiderableplanningandworkaheadoftime. You will notneeda largeamountoftheplastic. Determinewhatprojectsyou planon makingandplanaccordingly.

For simplethermoforming,a kitchen oven,electric hotplate, heatgun,hair dryer or stripheater may be used. Sincetherearemanyvariablesin heatingand forming plastics, it isnecessaryto experimentwith scrapstock.In this way you candeterminetheright tem-peratureandheatingtime for thejob you aregoing to do. As ageneralrule theplasticshouldbe heatedasquickly anduniformlyaspossible.Theplasticshouldbe verypliableor rubberyfor goodforming. Whenheatinginan oventhetemperatureshouldbe setat350degrees.

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General Procedures1. Beforeheatingany plastic,be sureto re

moveall maskingpaperandforeignmatterfrom it.

2. Forsimplebends,first cutto shapethepiecesto be formed.

3. Finish the edges the way you want them toappearin thefinal project.

4. Wearsoft cottonflannel gloveswhenhan-dling the heatedplastic.

5. Form all piecesasquickly aspossible.

FlutedBowlsThetwo bowlsshownaremadefrom 1/8”plexiglass. Thehexagonbowl is madefrom a9” squareandthesquarebowl is madefrom apiece 8” square. You canvary thesizeof thebowls if you would like.

Procedure:1. Layoutandcutthestockneededfor the

bowl. (You maywantto haveall thesesquarepiecesprecut.)

2. Sandandpolishall edges.3. Usethe correctjig for the bowl to be made.

(SeeJig instructions.)4. To helpalign thetransparentplasticin

forming jig, look down through the plasticandalign acentermarkon theplastic withone on thejig.

5. Useboth handsto pull theedgesofplasticbetweenthedowels.

6. Whenyou get theedgeshapeuniformly,placeapieceof woodwhichjust fits insidethedowelsover the top edgesof theplasticandpressdown. (Shownin figure below).Hold firmly until plastichascooled.

Jig for Fluted Bowls:1 Use3/8” woodendowelsto help for a fluted

boweL Drill a seriesofholesin thebasepiece.Thedowelsshould be spacedon a 6” circlefor thehexagonand4 1/2” centersfor thesquarebowl.

2. Make a pieceof woodthat will fit betweenthedowels. Thiswill be usedto hold theplastic in the mold as it cools. For thehexagoncut a circlethatid 5 7/8’ in diam-eter. For the squarebowl cut a piece4 1/2”in diameter.

PictureFrame1. Theframeis madefrom a pieceof acrylic

measuring5” x 9 1/4” for thehorizontalframeand3 3/4’ x 12 1/4” for theverticalframe. You canadjustthe framesizefordifferent sizedpictures.

2. Layoutandcut thestockasshownbelow.(You maywant to precuttheacrylic tocorrect size.) Makethe measurementsforthebends.

3. File andpolish all edges.4. Usinga stripheateror hair dryer heatand

fold oneendof theplasticagainstitself.Hold theplasticin placeuntil it cools. Thepicturewill be placedin this section.

5. In thesamemanner,heatandfold 2’ oftheotherendbackabout105 degreesor attheangleyou desire. Be sureto holdtheplasticin placeuntil it cools.



ENGINEER

You live in a wonderfulhouse. More thanhalfofthepeoplein theworld would think thatit’sa houseof magic. You flip a switch and,presto,a light brighterthanahundredcandlescomeson. Whereis theflamethat makessobright a light? You turnon afaucetandclear,sparkling water comes Out as long as you want

it to andwon’t stopuntil you shut it off. Thewaterdisappearsdowna drain. Wheredoesitgo? You movea leverandthehousegetswarmer. Thingsin therefrigeratorarealwayscold. Everthing in your house from thedoorbellto theTV wouldseemlike magicto somepeople.

DEN ACTIVITIES:1. Discusswith theWebeloswherewatergoes

whenit goesdownthedrainandhowit hasto be treatedbeforeit canbe released.Notethat anychemicalsflusheddowna drainwillalso go to the treatmentplant andthat thoseplantsarenotdesignedto removepesticides,paintthinner,wasteoil, or otherhouseholdchemicals.

2. In a denmeeting,let theboystakeapartandassemblea simpledrain trap. You canbuy aplastic onefrom a hardwarestorefor nexttonothing. With thetrap, showhow hair orgreasecancauseclogsandhow to removethem.

3. Leadtheboysin discussingtheenviron-mentalcostof eachtypeofelectricapower-plantandwhateachofuscando to reducetheamountofpowerwe use.

4. Useadrycell batteryandthumb tackswitha flashlight bulb to makean opencircuitthenplacevariousobjectsacrossthethumbtacksto seewhich areconductorsandwhicharenot. (don’t useplasticcoatedthumtacks!!)

5. In a denmeeting,let theboysattachashortpieceof electricalwire to a light switch toseehow it is done. (not connectedto anypowerof course!) You canbuy switchesand outletsata hardwareor discountstoreand2 or 3 feetofwire to showhowto hookthemup.

6. Make a smokesourcefrom heavytwine.Light theendof a thick cord or pieceofropeandblow it Out 50 it keepssmoking. Holdthis over a hot light bulb to showevenaheatsourcelike a light heatsair andmakesit rise.Also show that coldair settlesto the floor byholdingthesmokesourceneara glassof icewater.

7. Discusswith theWebeloshow muchenergyit takesto heatahomeandhow wecaneachreducetheamountof heatwasted. Ask theboys to do a “HeatLossInventory” to findwhereheatcanescapefrom their homesandhow theycanpreventit.

8. Make tie slides. SeeTie SlidesSectionintheCraftsChapter.

WATER:Peoplecangetadrink in lots of ways. They

canscoopwaterup from a streama handfulata time:



butyou only haveto turn a faucet. How doeswaterget to yourhouse?Cut thetop off of amilk cartonandattachtubingnearthebottom.Noticeasthecartonfills with wateryou musthold thetubehigherandhigherto keepthewaterfrom coming Out. Whenthecartonisfull, andtheendof thetubeis low, waterwillrunUP thetube andsquirt Out.

Thecartonis like awatertoweror standpipe.Waterfrom high in thetowerrunsdownthroughpipesandinto your house.

1. With an adult, find wherewatercomesintoyour house.If you havea watermeter,whereis it? Tracehow watergetsfrom themain pipeleadinginto yourhouseto eachfaucet. Whereareall of theplaceswaterleadsto in yourhouse?(sink, toilet, bathtub, shower,dish washer,icemakerinrefrigerator,outsidefaucets,etc.)

2. In a denmeeting,havetheWebelostakeaparta simplefaucetto seehow it works.Showwhereto replacea gasketto stop a leak.

SEWER:Oneproblemwith havingrunning water in ahouseis that you haveto havea wayto getridofit. Wheredoesthewater go whenit goesdowna drain? If you havea basementwhereyou canseepipes,havean adult showyou wherethedrainpipesareandhowtheyconnectto thesink,bathtubandtoilet. Is therea meteron the sewerlike thereis on thewater?Therearetwo kinds of sewersin mostcities. Thesanitarysewercarriesall wastewaterfrom housesandbuildingsandthestorm

sewer carriesthewaterthatrunsoff thesurfaceof lawnsandstreetswhenit rains. Thetwoshouldnevermix. The waterfrom thesanitarysewerhasto be treated ~beforeit canbereleased ~

into the environment,but Stormsewersrundirectly intoa stream.All drainsin housesmusthavea “trap” topreventgasesfrom thesewerline from coming ________ ________

backinto thehouse. Atrap is a“U” shapedpipewith waterin the bottom.Housesewersdrain intoa largersewerunderthestreetswhich leadsto atreatmentplant.

theycanpump it up asplashata time:

or theycanhual itup from awell abucketat a time:


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ELECTRICITY:Oneofthe requirementsin theWebelosbook isto drawhow electricitygets to yourhouse.Wheredoesyourelectricitycomefrom? Somecomesfrom coalfiredpowerplants,somefromoil orgasfired plants,butelectricity alsocomesfrom nuclearplantsandhydroelectricplants(damson rivers). Someevencomesfrom largelakesbuilt on moutainswherethewaterrunsdown themountainin thedayturninggeneratorsandthenatnight, whenthedemandfor poweris notsogreat,thewaterispumpedbackup on themountainusingelectricity from other plants. A little powerevencomesfrom windmills wherethewindturnsgiantpropellersthatturn generators.Oncethepoweris generated,it needsto get toyourhouse.To do this, high voltagetransmissionlinescarryelectricity that hasbeen“steppedup” to manythousandsof volts.Somewherein your town is asubstationwherethehigh voltageis steppeddownfor localdistribution and near your home is atransformerthatstepspowerdown to the220volts thatentersourhouses.At thefusebox orcircuit breakerbox, thepoweris split to 110volts thatrunsourappliances.

HEAT:Whenit is cold outside,we do notneedtobuild afire in eachroom of ourhomesfor heat.Homesnow havea centralheatsourceof sometype(ususallya furnace)andamethodofdistributing that heatto eachroom in thehouse(usuallyfurnaceducting). Not so long agomanyrural homeshadonly oneor two roomswith a Stovein them andbedroomsoftenhadno heatexceptan opendoorto a heatedroom.Engineers have designed your heating systemandhaveincludedameansfor fuel to getto thefurnace(gas,oil, wood)anda way for the


exhaustgasto getOut of thehouse(chimney).Thereis also away for theair in the housetobe heatedby thefire withoutmixing with theexhaustgasses.Another part oftheheatingsystemis somemeansfor theheatedair to getto eachroom anda wayfor thecold air to getbackto thefurnaceto bereheated.Thelastpartofthis systemis ameansof controllinghow hot to makethehouse(thermostat).Withan adult, try to identify eachofthecomponentsof yourheatingsystem. It is very importanttomaintain clean systems and change filters at thecorrecttimes.

Whatdo engineersdo? Engineersarepartofthe technology team made up of scientists,engineers,techniciansandcraftsmen. Scien-tists discoverknowledgeanduncovernewfactsaboutthenaturalworld. Engineersareprimarily interestedin designingandplanningtheapplicationof scientificknowledge.Tech-niciansimplementthedesignsandplanscreatedby engineers.Craftsmenusetheirhandsand skills morethantheirheadsand areseldomcalled on to utilize scienceor scientificknowledge.

ANOTHER WHEEL AND AXLESecuresomedoublecorrugatedcardboard anddrawcirclesof 15, 10 and5 cm in diameteronit with acompass.Punchthrough thecard-boardwith thecompassanddraweachwheelorcircle on theotherside. Cut outeachofthewheel,cutting cleanlyfrom eithersideof thecardboard.Punchanail throughthe centerofeachwheel andthenglueor staplethewheelstogether-withthelargestandsmallestwheelson the outside-sothat theywill turn easilyon acommonaxis. Mount themasshownin thediagram. Pressgently into therim of eachwheelwith abluntinstrumentto makeagroove. Wind athreador string overeachpulley andattachone endto thegroovewith apin. Puta loop in theotherendofthethreadsothat weightsmaybe suspendedfrom it. Usesomelight weightssuchasclothespins, andyou will discoverthat you canlift weightsmany timesgreater,just asyou canwith alever. Thewheel andaxleis a typeof lever.



FAMiLY MEMBER FITNESS

Webelos

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Havea denfamily cookoutwith Webelosdoing the cooking.

2. Tour someof thehistoricalhomesin yourtown.

3, Go on a denfamily fishingtrip.4. Visit thezoo.5. Havea blockparty.6. Takea fruit-picking trip with yourfamilies.7. Makea Family Memberlogbookto present

to your Scoutmaster when you join a BoyScouttroop. By doingthis you will passtheFamily Living Skill Award faster.

8. Makeajobchar.9. Make couponsforjobs.10. Arrangefor the local fire marshalor oneof

his investigatorsto visit you denand talk ordemonstratefire safetyin thehomeandcommunity.

ll.Call thelocal healthdepartmentto seeifthey can provide information about thedangersoftrashandgarbage piling up andways in which your den might combat dumpsitesaroundyourcommunity.

12. Visit with your local financial institution tofind how themomentarysystemworks andhowsavingmoneysasa family unit canbebeneficialin the long run.

13 .Contact the local public utility companies,or theenvironmentalcontrolagencyto findouthow ournaturalresourcescanbe savedandwhatwecando asindividualswithinthefamily unit to conserve energy.

14. With thehelpofa nutritionistteachyourdento planmealsforthefamily thatcoverallthebasicfoodgmups. Planaweekofmealsandpricethefoodneededtoprovidethemeals.How doesthisrelateto thefamily budget?

DAILY EXERCISETherearemanywaysto exciseon a dailybasiswithoutevenbeingawarethatyou’reexercising. Hiking, gamesandcontests,swim-ming, rowing andteamsportsareall thingyourWebelosfirst thinkof asfun thingsto dorather than thinking of them as lots of exercis-ing.

GOOD POSTURE is in itself a goodexercise.You useyourmusclestokeepyourselfuprightagainstthepull ofgravity. Get into thehabit ofstanding tall, and sitting tall. A simple trick tobe doneat any time to practicegoodpostureisto imaginethat youcantouchyourheadto thetop of an imaginaryceilingjust an inch aboveyour head. Goodposturemeanskeepingyourheadhigh, yourshouldereasilyback,yourchestup,and yourstomachin.

CLEANLINESS mayseemlike adirty wordto a fourth or fifth graderbutmakeyourWebelosawarethata cleanbody is a gooddefenseagainstdisease.Theskin is morethanjust acoveringof thebody. It keepsourgermsandhelpscontrolyourbody temperature.Besides,theskin is the largest organ of thebody andan importantone. Sokeepit clean.Encourageyourboysto batheregularly-dailyis recommended. Encourage them to get intothe habit ofwashing their hands with soap andnailbrushmorningandnight,beforeeachmealand aftereachtrip to thebathroom.


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Also encourage fitness by telling yourWebelos:

WASH HAIR asoftenasneededto keepitandyourscalpclean.Exerciseyourscalpdailyby brushing andmassagingyourscalpwithyour finger tips.

BRUSH AND FLOSS TEETH at leasttwiceaday - in themorningandatbedtime.Brushthemalso aftereachmealif possible.Usefluoride toothpaste to help protect teeth againstdecay.

EYES: Sinceyou only havetwo ofthem, takecareof them. If eyesareoftenbloodshotorhurtandget watery often, this is a sign of eyestrain.If youreyesbotheryou in any way,havethemexaminedby an eye specialist and follow hisadvice.

EARS: keepearsascleanastherestof yourheadby usinga dampcloth over theend of afinger. Letnaturetakecareof the inside.Never dig in your ear with any hard object.You mayinfect it or evenbreakthe eardrum.If you have any trouble with your ears, such asconstantringing in them,“running ear,”orearache,seeyourdoctor.

SLEEP: The Webelos Scout is nearing the agewhenhis greatestgrowthoccursandwhenthemostsleepis required. Boysof this ageshouldbe gettingat least9 - 10 hoursof sleepeachnight.

PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST ACCI-DENTS: Learnskills to makeyou safe.Thereis a safewayof doingeverything:swimming,bicycling, skateboarding,paddlingacanoe,playing baseball,etc. Practicetheproperuseof tools. Learntherulesof sportsyou like. “SafetythroughSkill” is Boy Scoutslogan. As a leader,encourageyourWebelostounderstandandfollow this slogan. Theyneedto know and thoroughlyunderstandwhatthey


aredoing and theconsequencesof whatmaygowrongif directionsandwarningsarenotadheredto.

DRUG AWARENESSIn today’ssociety,manyofouryoutharefacedwith thetemptationofdrugusage.Youngpeoplemayhavelittle interestin anything.Many getthemselvesinto all kinds of troublesandtakewhat theyconsiderto be theeasywayout: theyturn to drugsto get“high”for excite-ment, or a“low” for forgettingtheirproblems.Theyoftenwind up beingno goodto them-selvesor to anybodyelse.

WebelosScoutsareatavery impressionableage. You maywant to sharethefollowing withthem:

WHAT IS A DRUG? A drugis asubstanceotherthanfood that hasaneffecton the body orthe mind, or on both. Drugs are of great valueto doctors. Physicianscanprescribedrugstoeasepain,to fight infections,to relaxmuscles,to quietnerves,to causechangesin thebody.However,somedrugsareabusedfor “kicks”withoutbeing prescribedby a doctor. All ofthemaffect the health,onewayor another,ofall personsusing them.

MILD DRUGS: Coffee,teaandcola(unlessotherwise marked) contain a mild drug calledcaffeine.Caffeinestirs up thenervoussystemsand speedsup theheart. Manypeoplecannothandlevery largedosesof caffeinein theirsystem.

TOBACCO: Doctorsnowagreethat smokingendagers health. Itcauses lung cancer andweakenstheheart. Tobaccosmokeproducesa tar - canyou imaginehavingtheinsideofyourlungs tarredup?

DANGEROUS DRUGS: Somedrugsarevery dangerousto have. Thepossessionofalcoholby anyonenotof legal ageis against



the law. Thepossessionof mostotherdanger-ousdrugswithoutadoctor’sprescription,isillegal in all states.ALCOHOL: The useof alcoholslows downthebodyand thebrain. Alcohol can turn astrongmaninto aweepingchild. It canchangea personinto aravingmaniac. It destroysfamilies, kills people outright and also kills bydrunkendrivers. Many differentorganizationsare available to help alcoholics and as a Scoutleader, you need to make your Webelos awarethatther is helpavailablefor anyonewho mayneed it. They may be worried aboutafamilymemberor afriendbut notknow whereto turn,MARUUANA: Smokingmay distort hearing,vision, andsense of time. Heavy use mayproduceboredom,disinterestin thingsandfriends,and dropping away from normal activi-ties.HALLUCINOGENS: Can causeextremechangesin aperson.Whenusingthema personmay lose knowledge of himself. He does notknow whatisrealandnotreal. His emotionsmay swing quickly from happiness to horror.

STIMULANTS: Are drugsthat exciteoroverworkthebrain. Someareknownas“speed”or “pep pills.” Theyareusedbypersonswho wantto pushthemselvesbeyondtheirnormallimits. Usingthesetypesof drugsmay cause liver andkidney damage and higherbloodpressure.Theusersof stimulantsmay beeasily upset and act strangely.SEDATIVE & TRANQUILIZERS: Seda-tivesareusedto bring aboutsleep.Someofthem(barbituates)maketheirusers“goof off’andgo tosleep.Theyarethereforecalled“goofballs” or “sleepers.” An overdose of sedativescan kill.NARCOTICS: When correctlyprescribedbyadoctor,narcoticswill relievepainand bringsleep. Thedangersof narcoticsare extreme. Ausercanquickly becomedependenton them.Whenhe is hooked,he can’t helphimself. Hisbody musthavemoreandstill more. Hewilldo anythingto getmoneyneededto buy moredrugs.

FORESTER

DEN ACTIVITIES:

1. Make a display ofeachactivity badgerequirement.Useleaves,nuts,barksamples,berriesandas many other physicalexamples as possible. Share the displayswith others at pack meetings, in schools,

with nursing home residents or otherappropriateaudiences.

2. GatherChristmastreesandtransportthemtolocationsthat eitherchip thetreesfor recy-cling orsink themin lakesfor fish beds.

This cancounttowardyourconservationprojectfor theWorld ConservationAward.

3. Buy a small live potted Christmastreeforyour den. Decorateit with ornamentsthatshow differentwild-life creaturesthatbenefitfrom trees. Replantthetreewhenweatherpermits.

4. Researchyourareafor recyclingcentersthatrecycle newspaper,boxes, bond and xerographicpaper,chip andrecycle treelimbs,and recycle other paper products. You mayalso wantto includeinformationon recy-cling aluminum,plastics,glassandotherrecyclables.Make a chartby location thatindicateswherepeoplemayrecyclevariousmaterials. Includethechartin aflyer(printedon recycledpaper,of course)anddistributeat packmeetings,throughyourschool, at church, at local parks departmentfacilitiesor throughsomeotherappropriatemanner.Be sureto identify thattheinfor-mation was researched by Cub Scouts inyour den. May counttowardyourconserva-tionprojectfor theWorld ConservationAward.

5. Make tie slides. SeeTie SlidessectionintheCrafts Chapter.



RecycledPaperShrednewspaperandwhite bond/xerographicpaperasfine as you can (paper run throughanoffice paper shredder will give you a headstart). Put aboutonecup of waterin ablender.As blender is turning, add finely shreddedpaperuntil it becomesdoughy. Alternatelyaddadditionalwater(asmall amountof allpurposeglue in thewateris evenbetter)andpaperuntil you haveenoughdoughfor project.Add white dryer lint with apotatomasheruntilthoroughlydistributed(don’t addto blender-ittendsto collectaroundimpellers). Placedoughbetweentwo sheetsofwaxedpaper. Usinga rolling pin, roll dough asthin asyou can(themoreliquid thedough,the thinneryou will beableto roll Out your paper).Removeonesheetofwaxedpaperandlet partially dry. To keepthepaperfrom sticking to thewaxedpaper,flippaperfrom onewaxedpapersheetto the otheras it drys. Whenpaper is thoroughly dry,print theoutdoorcodeon recycledpaperandmountasyou wish. To addtextureto thepaper,placebetweensheetsof screenwire (plasticscreenwire is best)and lay a flat weight (suchas a book or board) on top for an hour or sowhenpaperis partially dry.

JUMOR FORESTRANGER QUIZ

(Circle correct answer)

17-20 correct - Official Jr. ForestRanger12-16 cOrrect - Jr. ForestRanger8-11 correct - Jr. Ranger0-7 correct - needto study some more

1. Campfirepermitsarerequiredfor: (a) indoorfireplaces(b) outdoorareas,dependingonlocallaws,or(c) lightingHalloweenpumpkins.

2. The safestway to startacampfire is with:(a) a pile of leaves, (b) gasoline, or (c) smallpieces of kindling wood.

3. Thebestplaceto askwhereforestcampfirescanbe built is (a) sheriffsofice, (b) sportinggoods store, or (c) ranger or fire wardenstations.

4. Whenstayingovernightin theforest,beforegoingto bedyou should: (a)placeheavylogs on thefire, (b) put out yourcampfire,or(c) arrangeto getup every2 hoursto checkthefire.

5. Whenyou seeabearin theforest,park,orzoo,you should: (a)pull his fur, (b) chasehim with astick, or (c) stayawayfrom him.Do notpetor feedhim. Bearsarewildanimalsandconsidereddangerousat alltimes.

6 To cookproperlyovera campfire,youshould: (a) cookovertheflamesof a largefire, (b) build a small fire andcookoverthehotembers,or (c) burnalot of papertomakethefire hot.

7. Thebestwayto putouta campfireis (a)spreadout the embersandcool with dirt orwater. Mix thouroughlyandcheckfor hotspots, (b) cover it with rocks, or (c) let italoneandit will burnitself out.

8. Thebestspotfor a campfireis (a) insidearottenlog or stump, (b) under a greetree,or(c) in a clearedopenspaceaway from trees.

9. For camping or burning trash, the followingis the most important and practical tool tocarry in a car: (a) shovel, (b) bucket of

water, or (c) wet blanket.

10.If a fire gets Out of hand,you should: (a) getyour parents and run to yourcar anddriveaway, (b) report it immediately to a forestranger,(c) getotherJr. ForestRangerstofight the fire.


WebelosThru the Looking Glass

l1.If yourclotheshappento catchon fire youshould: (a) keepcalm,do notrun, roll ablanketaroundyou to smotherflames(if noblanketis handy,just lay downon thegroundandroll to smotherthe flames),(b)runforhelp,or (c) jumpup anddownmal fast.

12.Campmatchesshouldbe (a)kept in ametalcontainer, (b) stored nearoutboardmotorfuel, or (c) placedin thehot sun.

13.Thesafestway for an adult to light ciga-rettesis (a) usea cigarettelighter, (b) stikematchon nearbyrock, or (c) usepaperbookmatchesandthrow into grasswhen finished.

14..A personwho is carelessandstartsa forestfire: (a) is madehonoraryfire chief, (b)receivesafire preventionaward,or (c) canbe finedand sentto jail.

15.Well-managedforestsgive us: (a) SmokeyBear, (b) wood, water,wildlife, grass,andoutdoorfun, or(c) just lumber,paperandwalnuts.

16 .A matchorcigarettethrownfrom acarwindow (a) is permissibleif no oneislooking, (b) is permissibleif it looks like ithasgoneout, or (c) is neversafe.

1.b 6.b 11.a 16.c.

2.c 7.a 12.a 17.c3.c 8.c 13.a 18.a4.b 9.a 14.c l9.b5.c 10.b 15.b 20.c

Tree Word Search

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17.A windy day is agoodtime: (a) to burntrash,(b) to startacampfire,or (c) not tostart afire.

18 .A trash-buningincineratorshouldbe: (a)equippedwith a goodsparkarrester,(b)placedundera treefor shade,(c) usedonlyon windy days.

19.Beforelighting an openfire: (a)peopleshouldleavetheneighborhood,(b) local firelawsshouldbe checkedandobeyedor (c)drink threeglassesofwater.

Word List

ASHBALDCYPRESSBLACKCHERRYBLACKGUMBUROAKCOTTONWOODDOGWOODELMHACKBERRYHAWTHORN

HICKORYLOCUSTMAPLEMULBERRYOSAGE ORANGEPAWPAWPERSIMMONPINOAKREBUDSASSAFRAS

Answers

20.JuniorForestRangers:(a) putout forestfires,(b) startforestfires, or(c) helppreventforestfires.



RED CEDAR: This is our only native evergreengrowing state-wide on glades, old fields, andlawns. An excellentwildlife tree with blue berriesit is often planted as an ornamental.The aromaticwood is used for chests,closets, and novelties.

REDBUD: The small blooms are among the firstof our spring blossoms. Heart shapedleavesandflat seedpodsalso identify the small tree.

WHITE ASH: This is the most common of 4 nativeashes.Baseballbats, oars, furniture, andpanelingare made from ash. Opposite branching and com-pound leaveshelp identify ash.

SASSAFRAS: Three different shapedleaves maybe on one tree. Leaves turn red and yellow inearly fall. It grows in fields and fence rows. Root-beer and tea are made from its roots.

SWEET GUM: Native to the Bootheel, this treehas been planted for shadethroughout the state.The fruit is a ball with hooked prickles aroundit.

SHORTLEAF PINE: Our only native pine growsin easternOzarks. It is rarely plantedas an orna-mental.The wood is usedfor lumber, posts,poles,and pulpwoodfor paper.



WHITE OAK: Our most abundant and commerciallyimportant tree is found in almost every county.Acorns are wildlife food. Wood has many usesfrombarrels to flooring. Six other oaks are members ofthe White Oak tribe.

DOGWOOD: Our state tree is widely planted forits white blossoms in springtime and red leavesand bright red berries in the fall. It is an under-story tree of Ozark forests.

COTTONWOOD: Our fastest growing tree jivesnear water. Female trees have a cottony seed.The triangular leaves on flat stems blow fromside to side. Kite and popsickle sticks, baskets,and matches are made trom this light wood.

BLACK WALNUT: The most beautiful and val-uable wood in the world is walnut. The nuts aregood too. Native to most counties, it should bewidely planted.

SYCAMORE: White branches and golf-ball sizedseedheads make this beautiful tree easy to know.It grows near streams, and can be very large.

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RED OAK: This tribe of oaks (17 species) haspoints on the tips and lobes of its leaves. Impor-tant for wildlife and man. It makes a fine shadetree.

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GEOLOGIST

DEN ACTIVITIES1. Theskin of an applegivesusan ideaof

relativethicknessof earth’scrust. Cut theapplein half andcomparetheskin’s thickness to the diameter of the apple. What isthecenteroftheapplecalled? (core) Eatthe“Earth model.”

2 .Make a collectionof rockspecimens fromyourarea. Identify each with a label tellingdateandlocationofyour“find” and whatkind of rock or mineral it may be. (Inexpensive “referencecollections,”availablefromrock or mineraldealers,area greathelpforbeginnersin identifyingunknown rocks withknown specimens.) What clues help in rockidentification?

3. Make asmall rock polisher! You will needthreepiles ofrocks (A-B-C) with 10 Stonesin each pile. Half-fill three containers withwaterandput onepile of stonesin each.Covertightly. ShakecontainerA 100 times- passarounduntil it hasbeenshaken2,000times. observethewater. ShakecanB1,000times. Don’t shakecanC. Comparetherocksin eachcan. Whatdid you find outaboutpolishingrocks?Whataresomeusesfor polishedrocks?

GEOLOGY DEFINITIONSStratum - a bedor layerofrockFault - rupture or break in the earth’s layerscausedby squeezingandstretchingfromforceswithin theearthAnticline - whenahill is formedSyncline - whenatroughor valley is formedSandstone- asedimentaryrock madeof sandheld togetherby cementof silica or thelikeLimestone - hardrock


Shale - soft, fine grainedrock formed fromclayormud that splits easilyinto thin layersConglomerate - a mixture of different rocksheldtogetherby acementingmaterialLateral fault - sidewaysmovementof earth’ssurfaceLava - cooledmagmathat hascometo theearth’ssurfaceMagma - meltedrock deepin theearthIgneousrock - fire or volcanicactionformedrockPumice- light, spongystonesthrownup byvolcanoesObsidian - volcanicglass;a harddark glassyrock that is formedwhenlavacoolsHornfels - a hardcompactrock formed byactionof intrusiverock uponshaleEarthquake - shaking, rolling, or suddenshockof theearth’ssurface

CHIP OFF THE OLD ROCKRocksundergochangeasa resultofweathering.Materials: Box ofsugar cubes

Glue andhot-gluegun (regulargluewill alsowork)Water-misting bottlesPie pansEmpty yogurtcontainersPaperandpencilBalancescale

PROCEDURE1. Havetheboyswork in groupsof two or

three. Tell halfthe groupsthat theywill beTumblersandtheothergroupsthat theywillbe Misters. Give each small group ten sugarcubes. (Put some cubes aside for comparison at the end of the investigation.) Eachgroupshouldcreatearock formationout ofthesugarcubes. Glue eachformationtogetherfor thestudentsusingregularglueor hot-gluegun. Let themdry overnight. (Ifyou’ve usedregularglue,theformationsmay takelongerto dry.)

2. Haveeachgroupdraw apictureof its rockformation, weigh it, andrecordtheweight.



3. Explainthat theMisterswill placetheirrockformationsin apie pan andspraytheirrockswith water. TheTumblerswill placetheirrockformationsin theemptyyogurtcon-

tainers,thensealthem. Theywill thenshaketheir containersfor two minutes.

4. Have eachgroupform ahypothesis aboutwhattheythinkwill happento theirrockformations. (For example, “If we shake ourrockformationfor two minutes,it willchangeshape.”) Actually, somebreakagewill occuraroundthecornersoftheforma-tions; somecubesmaybreakawayentirely;sugargrainswill appearatthe bottomofcontainer.

5. Give thesignal to begin.6. After theexperiment,haveeachgroup

weighttheirrock formationsagain. HavetheMistersandTumblersdisplaytheirrockformations alongside the rocks (sugar cubes)that you havesetaside. Whatcomparisoncantheymakebetweentherocks? How dotheresultscomparewith thehypotheses?How doesweatheringaffectrocks?

PEANUTBUTlER AND JELLY GEOLOGYMaterials: One slice of white bread

Onesliceof wholewheatbreadOnesliceof darkryebreadTwo tablespoonsofjam orjellyTwo tablespoons of peanut butter(crunchy)mixed with raisinsTwo paperplatesWoodentonguedepressor(orplasticknife)Measuringspoonsfor servingjelly

1. Makesurethatthesandwichesremainrightsideup while theboysaremaking them(white breadon thebottom).

2. It is moremanageableto work in groupsoftwo boys sharing a sandwich.

3. Eachpairwill needapaperplatewith thedescribed ingredients.

4. Tell theboysyou will showthemhow tomakeandmanipulateasandwichin thesameway that naturalforcesshapelayersof rock.

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7. Sometimesthecrustof theearthmovesupordown. In part,thismovementcauseseartquakes.Cut yoursandwichin half andmove onehalf up or down. Hold thetwohalvesup in front of you. Which sidemovedup or down? Eithertheleft sidemovedup and theright sidemoveddownorthe otherway around. Yo.u canseethismovementbecauseof thedifferentlayersofthesandwich. This is calledaverticalfault. Haveboysdrawthis on theirpapers.


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8. Anotherkind of fault is the lateralfault.Slidethetwo partsof thesandwichpasteachotheron thesamelevel.

L~]9, Draw diagramson theirpapers.lO.Predicting the age of rocks is not always as

simpleascalling thebottom layertheoldestandthetop layertheyoungest. Sometimeshot, moltenlavapoursoutover thecountrysideand is later buried. At other times,hot,moltenlava(magma)will squeezein betweenlayersof rockalreadyburied. Boththesurfacelavaflow andthe intrusivelayerofmagmaareigneousrocks. Supposeyoucameacross a cross section of rock layers ina roadCut or building excavation. It had thefollowing kinds ofrocksin orderfrom top tobottom: sandstone,igneous,limestone,shale,igneous,sandstone.Draw layerson theboard. How couldyou tell which wasthelavaflow andwhich wastheintrusivemagma?Allow theorizing.

1 l.Boys cannow eatthierrocklayers.

DISCUSSION1. It tookabouttenminutesfor everyoneto

build theirsandwich. Whatis the oldestpart? (bottomlayer)

2. Why do you saythat?(it wasput on first -

everything elese went on top of it)3. What is theyoungestlayerofthesandwich?

(top piece)4. Why do you saythat? (lastthingput on)5. What is theageof theshaleorwheatbread?

(halfwaybetweenoldestand youngest- it isin themiddle)

6. Thatcouldbe right if webuild our sandwichaddingonelayereachminutefor five min-utes. Supposewestallslowly, thenspeededup.Themiddlelayerwouldn’t be middle in ageanylonger. Who cantell methebestway to


describetheageoftheshaleorwheatbread?(itis youngerthan theconglomerateorpea-nutbutterandolderthanthe limestoneorjelly)

7. Cananyonetell methebestway to deter-minetheageofthe limestonelayer? Theconglomeratelayer? In any sandwich that isright sideup (ora layernot overturned)howcanwebestdescribetheageof anyparticular layer? (any onelayeris youngerthanwhatis underit andolder thanwhat is ontop of it)

VOLCANOES AND EARTHQUAKES

Todayweknow thatmountainsare “born” bytheaction of volcanoesandby thefolding andfaultingof theEarth’scrusts.Theseearth-shaking(and sometimes disastrous) phenom-enonarefascinatingforcesin ourchangingEarth. How do theyoccur?Oneway foldingandfaulting canoccuris theshifting of theEarth’splates.TheEarth’scrust is composedof enormousplates,eachthousandsof mileslong andabout40 miles thick. Thelineseparatingplates(ora breakin theEarth’scrust) is calledafault. Thereis muchactivityat theedgesof theEarth’splates.As twoplatespushagainsteachother,therocksattheiredgesrupture,creatingarift. Whenthismovementis abruptenough,an earthquakemayoccur. As pressureis suddenlyreleased,majorshifting takesplace.

Anotherway folding andfaulting occuriswhenheatandexplosionsdeepinsidetheEarthlift, move,fold, andwrinkle layersof rockwithin theEarth. Slowly amountainformsabovetheground. (Domemountainsresultfrom magmalifting thecrustin thecenterof aplate.) Most mountainsgrowsoslowly thattheyhardlyseemto changeat all. Manymountainswe seetodaybeganto growmillionsandbillions ofyearsago. Somemountainsarestill growing,asyou’ll seebelow.



But don’t forget...evenasmountainsareborn,theforcesof ourchangingEarthbeginto wearthemaway!

VOLCANOESVolcanoes arespecialtypesof mountainsthatactually build themselves. They’re made ofred-hotrock that poursup Out of thEarthamidearthquakes,explosions,smokeandash. Thered-hotrock is meltedor semi-molten(liketaffy consistency)andis carriedupwardfromtheEarth’scorethroughthemantle. If thereisenough pressure for the magmato come Out ofthe ground, it is called lava. Lava pours out oftheEarth,piling up in theshapeof aconeordone,with a tunnel (conduit)runningdown itsmiddle to thesourceof themagma. Theopeningatthetop of thecone-shapedvolcanois called the crater. The lava pouring from thecratercools andhardensinto a black,grittyrockthat builds thevolcano. Scientistshavedescribed erupting volcanoes in three types:explosive,quiet, or “In-between.” Explosivevolcanoeseruptwith suddenviolence. Hot ashandcindersspewhigh into theair. Anexplosivevolcanousually buildsasteepconeof ash.With quietvolcanoes,lavaflows gentlyfrom holesor cracks. Sticky lavahardensquickly andmaypile up like a tower. If thelavais moreliquid, it flows farther,building agently slopingcone. Volcanoesshouldnot bethoughtof asonly destructive. They build newland,andsomevolcanicrockslowly breaksdown into fertile soil. Volcanoesalsoheatunderground water, which surfacesashotspringsor steam.

VOLCANO MAKING

A volcanois a specialtypeofmountain. Itcontainshotmoltenrocks,steam,andgas,which forcetheirway up to theearth’ssurfacefrom thecenteroftheearth. Whenthepressureinside thevolcanobecomestoo great,it ex-plodesandlavapoursout of thetop. Followthe directionsbelow to makeyourown imita-tion volcano.

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Materials:A cone-shapedplasticdrinking cupwith a flat bottom

An 8 disposablealuminumpieplateThebottomtwo-thirds of an empty

eggshellA bit ofclayEnoughsoil or sandto coverthe

plastic cupEnoughvinegarto fill theegg-shellA dropofred foodcoloringOne-halfteaspoonof bakingsoda

Step1: Placethedrinking cup upsidedown inthealuminumpie plate.Step2: Attachtheeggshellto thebottomof thecup with asmall amountof’ clay.Step3: Moundthesandor soil aroundthedrinldngcup andtheeggshellsothat it lookslike a volcano. Make sure to leave the coneopenatthe top.Step4: Fill theeggshellwith vinegarandadd adrop of red food coloring.Step5: Slowly addtheone-halfteaspoonofbakingsoda.


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EARTHQUAKES: SIMPLE HANDS-ON

ACTIVITIESHOW DO STRESSESBUILD UPIN THE

EARTH’S CRUST?Bring a dry stick to the den meeting. Explainto theboysthatrocks,like thedry stick, canbendsomewhatunderpressure.Demonstratehow the stick can bend. Ask the boys whatwill happenif thebendingstressbecomestoogreat. Thenbendthestick until it snaps.Explain that this is what happens in an earth-quake.

WHAT CAUSESEARTHQUAKES?Provide the boys with modeling clay in severalcolors. Have the boys make flat strips of thedifferent colors of clay, then stack the strips toform layers. The edges of the layers should bevisible. Trim with a table knife if necessary.Next have each boy push the opposite ends oftheclay together.He shouldobservethatthelayers bend, fold, andperhaps,break. This iswhat happensto layersof rock, causingearth-quakes.

Materials:Two largepans,at leastthreeinches

WaterUnflavoredgelatin,onepacketper

two cups needed (see step 1)Iodine (optional, to prevent spoilage)Firm soil, enoughto fill onepanLargecookingpotHot plateSpoonOtherassortedmaterialsto repre-

sentminiaturestructures:Matchboxes,small ceralboxes,small light-weightblocks,checkers,dominoes,mathpatternblocks,toothpicks,tape,straws,card-board.

1. Make enoughgelatin,accordingto packagedirections, to fill one of the pans. (To findthe volume of your pan, multiply its length,width, anddepthin inches.Thendivide theproductby 14.5 to determinethenumberofcupsof gelatinyou’ll needto fill thepan.)

2. While it is still liquid, addtwo dropsofio-dinepercup of gelatin to preventspoilage.

3. Allow thegelatinto Setin one pan. Thispanrepresentsunconsolidatedsoils.

4. Fill thesecondpanwith firm soil or clay.Thispanrepresentsbedrock.

5. Stackdonimoes,matchboxes,andothersmall items in each panto representstructures.

PROCEDURES:1. Placeboth panson a table. Simulatean

earthquakeby lifting one end of the gelatinpanafew centimetersoff thetable anddroppingit. Observethewaveswhichtravelthrough the gelatin. They are like seismicwavesin theearth. Observetheeffectof thewaves on the items you placed on the gelatin.

2. Repeat the procedure with the pan of soil.

OBSERVATIONS:You’ll probablyobservethat thebuildingsonthegelatinsuffermore“damage”thanthosebuilt on themoresolid material. Thegelatincontinues to vibrate for seconds after the shock.This typeofvibration accountsfor thedamagedoneto structuresin an earthquake.Of course,thebuildingson thesolidmaterialmaytoppletoot

EARTHSHAKING WORDS

ACROSS2. moltenrock4. theearth’scenter7. a stongemotion9. abreakbetweenrockformations10, big quake in New______,Mo. (1812)11. movementof thecontinents



uppermantlelayerhazardafteraquakeweighinginstrument

ager;adolescentspring string flyersmeasureofa quake’spowera typeof precipitation

graph:recordsvibrationssite of 1964 Alaskaearthquakesurfacelocationof a quake

DOWN1. city of famous1906earthquake2. earthlayer beneath the crust3. ______=lengthx width4. siteof SouthCarolinaearthquake(1888)5. ____thecluescarefully!6. outerearthlayer8. rubberboat12. inventorof magnitudescale

14. sectionsof earth’scrust15. tidal wave17. partof earth’scrustabovewater19. forces that move continents22. the largest continent23. abbreviationfor largeU.S. automaker24. opposite of yes27. a set of two

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HANDYMAN

DEN ACTIVITIES1. Visit a bicycle repairshop.2. At adenorpackmeeting,Cubscandemon-

stratehowto carefortheirbikes. Inflateatire,repaira flat, andlubricateachain.

3. Rideoneof theestablishedbiketrails in yourarea.

4. Inviteotherdensto participatein abikerodeo.5. Haveabikerepaircenteratapackbikerodeo.6. Visit an auto repaircenter.7. At adenmeeting,demonstratehowto replace

a headlight,tail light, checktire pressureandfluid levels(oil, coolant,brake,windshieldwasher)on acar.Parentordenleader’scarcanbe used.

8. Do asafetycheckofeachboy’s family car.Rotateoncea month.

9. Encourage andsupportthepackin havingacarwash,or haveadencarwashworking asateam.

lO.Build asawhorse.ll.Build atool box.12 Demonstrate the proper use andhandlingofa

lawn mower. Denparents canbeausefulresource.

13 Visit alawn andgardencenter to learnaboutthedifferenttypesof mowers.

14.Do a garageclean-upatden meetingsite.15.Markall toolswith sponsor’sname.16.Arrangeapresentationata well-equippedhome

workshop.17. Visit a hardwarestore;acquaintthe Scouts

with afewspecificandvariedsectionssuchas:electricaltools andhandtools.

I8.Maketie slides. SeeTie Slidessectionof theCrafts Chapter.

Be aHandyDetective


Conducta safetyinspectionofyourhome. Giveyourfamily 10pointsforeveryYESand5 pointsfor NO. Correctall of the NO’s. Re-inspect!Your family mustscore80 points.

1 Arethe batteriesgoodin all smokedetectors?

2.Emergency phone numbers arelocatedat the telephone.

3.House numbers canbeseenclearlyfrom the street.

4.Ragsin furnaceareaandgaragearestoredin a box.

5.All windows anddoorscanbe fastenedsecurely.

6.AH the bolts on the lawnmower aretight.7.Cleaning solutions areoutof the reachof young children.

8 All medicines aresecurely fastened andout of the way of youngchildren.

9.Waterisnotbeing wastedbecauseofleaky faucets.

IO.Are handrailsonporchesandstairwaysfastenedsecurely?

Yes No

Bicycle InspectionChecklistRefer to Outdoor Activites Section.

Let’s GetaBikeYour bicycleshouldfit you. What size shouldyou get?

5 to 7 years 20”wheel8 to 10 years 24’wheel11 andover 26 or 27“wheel

This is for mostchildren but you may needalargerorsmallerbike. Herearesomegoodwaysto check.

1. Sit on theseat.Canyoubalancethebikewithyourtoes?If you can’t,yourbikeis too big foryou.

2. Sit on theseatagain. Thetip of yourtoesshouldreachthepedalatits lowestposition. Ifyourkneesarebent,raisetheseat.

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Types of BikesBikes come in 5 basis types:Singlesoeed- middleweight - Coaster brakes;

recommendedfor youngriders.High rise - Small wheel, short wheelbase, high

handlebars.BMX- Modified frame, special wheel, competi-

tion handlebarsand seat.Multi-speed lightweight - 3-18 speeds for long

distancecyclingand racing. Handbrakes-

requiresmoremaintenance.All Terrain or Mountain - Sturdy,multi-speed,

wide tires and hand brakes.

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LeakyFaucetsThe faucetsin yourhomecomein threetypes:compression,tripping valveand cartridge.

Thecompressiontypeshaveasternthatis threadedlike abig screw. It hasawasheron oneendanda packingwasheror string on the other.

Tripping valve faucets arecalled “single lever”becausetheyareoperatedby oneleveror arm.

The cartridgefaucets have a cartridgethatjustslips in place.

Firstshutoff themainwatersupply. Removethedecorativecapthathidesthescrewof the faucet.Usea screwdriverto pry the capup.

Old Fashioned Faucet

Next, remove the faucet handle using a standardorPhillips screwdriver. If thescrewis stubborn,coatit with WD-40 andwait an hour.

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Now, removethepackingorcapnut. Loosenthestemof thefaucetwith awrench.

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Problem Likely Cause Solutions

Restricted water flow Aerator or faucetscreen plugged

Loose faucet Loose shanknut. Damagedmetal or rubbershank washer

0-ring has becomedamaged, hard orworn

Drain or valvedamaged. LiftermisadjustedPop-up valvedirty

Stopper lever leak Loose lever nutDefective packing

Drçping spray hose Hose head valvedoes not close;debris clog

Damaged slip-jointwasher. Loosenut

Light Bulb ChangerThis tool is easyto makeandis very useful formon anddad whenchangingthosetroublesomerecessed light bulbs. This project can also be usedfor aCraftsmanactivity.

Replace orclean screen

Replacewasher orseal

Replace0-ring orpacking

lighten nutReplacewasher

Replace0-ring

Smooth outor replace.Re-adjust

Materials:1 - 3/8 x 4” woodendowel ($.79)1 - mediumsizedSuctioncup ($.49)SuperGlue (onetubewill complete20 to 30projects)

1 - 3-D box nail ($.89perpound)1 - piece of string 5 longDrill1/16 drill bitHammer

Instructions:1. Drill a hole 1/2 deep in the center of one end

of the dowel rod. This will prevent the rodfrom splitting by thenail.

2. Placetwosmalldropsofsuperglue(jelledworksthebest)on thedrilled endofthedowelrod.

3. Placethesmall flat endof the suction cup on

the glued dowel.4. Locate the center of the suction cup and align

it with thedrilled hole,hammerin thebox nail.5. Punch a small hole in the ear of the suction cup

and attach the string. This sthng, when pulled,will releasetheSuction.

6. Option:thedowelrodcanbepaintedordecorated.

lighten nutReplacepacking

Clean head

Replacewasher.Tighten nut

1.PushSuctioncup on centerof recessedlightbulb (donotwetSuctioncup) andturndowelrodcounterclockwise. Removelight bulb fromsocket.Releasesuctionand disposeof burnt out lightbulb in asafemanner.Pushsuctioncup on newlight bulb and screw the bulb into the socketclockwise. Pull stringto releasesuction.

Leak at spout

Leak at leveror knob

Washer hasbecome hard,damaged orworn

0-ring or stempacking hasbecome damaged

Leak at swivelspout

Stopper permitswater to drainWhen closed

Leaking in linesupply

Instructions for Using Light Bulb Changer



Chair Repair

With a roundfile or rasp,cleanold glueout ofholesin chairlegs. Cleanoff endsofrung. Gluerungs back into place with a good wood glue,pullingchairlegstight to rungwith acord.Allowglue to dry thoroughly.

Somerungs havea tenon on eachend. Afterremoving rungfromchairlegs,cleanoutholesasabove.Coattenonwith glueandwindon layeroffine strongthread.Apply moreglueandtaprunginto place. Let glue dry.

Loosejointson flat surfacedchairscanbe tight-enedwith angleirons screwedon asshown. Awoodenblockblued underseatalsohelps.

TENON

DEN ACTIVITIES1. Make an antfarm.2. Build bird feedersorbird houses.3. Starta naturecollection.4. Invite aconservationistor rangerto speakto

yourden aboutnature.5. Study andidentifypoisonousplantsandreptiles.6. Make a leafcollection.7. Makeplastercastsof animal tracks.8. Justtakeagoodol’ naturehike.9. Make tie slides. SeeTie Slidesin theCrafts

sectionoftheisbook.

Aboveand belowmehoversthebeautiful,I am surrounded by itI am immersed in it.Inmy youthI amawareofit, andin myold ageI shall walk quietly thebeautifultrail.

From a NavajoBenedictoryChant

IndianSpirit

At thevery beginning of the activity area, explainthatthereis a verydefinite “spirit” or“code” thatis thevery soul of the naturalist. Thenaturalistshouldbe like theIndianandtry his bestto trulyrespectthe environment.Along with a certaindegree of quiet this “spirit” maymeannot bread-ing or tearingofbranchesaswe hike along, kickup rocks or kicking rocks off the trail bed orunnecessarilycausingerosion,disturbingplantlife, oranimalnests,etc. Mentionotheraspectsoftheconceptoflow impacthikingorcamping asyou guide them.

NATURALIST



On page353ofthe WebelosBook is a copyoftheoutdoor code.Itis alsoavailableonapocket-sizedcardat the ScoutShop.Leadersand boysmay sign this and carryit aroundasareminder.Itmay be a good idea to plan the first Webelos dayhike to take them to a scenic rest spot, presentthemthecards,talk aboutthemeaningandhavethem sign the cards while in the outdoors. Thisoutdoor code is required for the Webelos badge.

It is recommendedto politely but continuouslyremind the boys aboutlittering and trail care.Teach them that it’s great to have someone carry,on all hikes, a small trash bag for not only theirlitter but also anyone else’s litter they find. It isa great awareness and service to the community.If a leader knows a park or private land that hastrash on it, he may even scout out the trashsituationaheadoftime (seeingsizeof debrisandamount). A fun and special award could be givento the boy or group of boys who collected the“most” or the “most interesting” trash. At thistime you could borrow an old phrase a Scouteroncesaid. “If it didn’t fall from a tree or getdroppedby ananimalorblow hereby thewind orgrow from theground—itdoesn’tbelonghere.”So please pack it out to a trash receptacle.

As you are standing in the midst of the woodswith your Webelos Scouts, ask them these ques-tions.• How well do thesewoodsdo withoutthe

presenceof man’sinterference?• Can you thinkof somewaysman’spresence

has either helped or hindered the wilderness?

PoisonIvyOneofthepossiblerequirementsforthenatural-ist is to learnto identify poisonousreptilesandplants in your area.In themidwestit is essentialthat everyone know how to identify poison ivy.Thebestfirst aid is prevention. Thesecondbestfirst aid is copiousamountsofwarmsoapywaterfairly soonaftercontact.A generalsafety tip foridentificationif in questionis to follow therule,“If leaves arethreelet it be.” Poison ivy willchangein colorthroughoutthe yearandcan bejustasdangerousin fall andwinter.

Look for thumb (like mittens on the outsideedges) distinct veins sometimes reddish in color.

This will seem very trite, but eachtime you areout, quiz the boys (don’t assume)aboutwhatpoison ivy looks like. If they know and aresomewhatinsulted aboutyouraskingjust jokewith them and tell them it’s in your contract as aScout leader to ask. After a few times, they willnot only know,they also won’t be offended at all.You may be surprised to fmd a 2nd yearWebelosor a parentwho really isn’t sure. The smallpreventionis worthall youraskingin aconcernedway.

TicksRememberto mentionto theScoutssomebasicsaboutticks. Somereal basic ideasare to wearsocks and long pants. Light coloredclothinghelps because you can see the ticks easier. Regu-lar insect repellents can’ terelied on that muchbutan insecticidelike permethrinorpermanonearehellpful. (Theycanbe appliedto clothesbutnotdirectlyon theskin.) Try to stayon thetrail andnot in areaswith a lot of brush. Thebestthingisat theend of thehike or dayalwayshave“tickcheck.” If you find them and get them offcorrectly within 24 hours, there is very littlechanceof Lyme disease.Use fine-jawedtwee-zers to grab the tick as closeto your skin aspossibleand slowly pull it straightout. Do notsqueezethetick’s body

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HIKES1. Givetheboysasmallpocket-sizedspiralnote

book andapencil andtell themit is alwaysagoodideato carry this in the backpack or daypack. Theycanuseit for takingnotesof theirtrip andmoreimportantlyfor writing downsketchesanddescriptionsof thenaturethattheysee. Havethemsketchleaves,treesandland formsas well as insects and animals thatthey observe. One possible requirement fortheactivity badgeis to watchsix wild animalsanddescribewhereyou sawthem. Youcanexpandon this alsoandhavethemusetheirnotebooksfor manyuses.

2. Forvarietyif possibleplana hikeatsunrise orat sunset. Both of thesetimesdemonstratenature’sbeautyin a special way and haveauniqueeffect. It is also a greattime to spotanimalsasmanyaremoreactiveatthesetimes. RemindtheScoutsto bringa flashlightandjacketastemperaturesvery atthesetimes.

3. As a field projectyou could takeanold whitebedsheetandlay it spreadOut underamediumsizedtree.Haveaboyreachorclimbup safelyandshakeamediumsizedbranchrigorously.Let the boys experience the results. They mayfind leaves,piecesofbark,acorns,seeds,deadtwigs, pieces of fungus, beetles and insects,partsofnests,feathers,etc. Have themcollectthe findings and make a list.

4 .Anotherprojectin the field would be to pickoutabig treeandtell themit is a“living tree.”Tell themasingle largetreeis atypeofcomplete ecosystem (a system that supportsliving things)all in itself. Birds getshelter,small animalsnestandburrow here,specifickinds ofsmallerplantsgrow underthis tree,bugs arehere,woodpeckersseekthebugs,mossmaygrow on thenorth side,funguswillgrow on dead limbs, mushrooms possibly arein its shade,theremaybe evidenceof deerrubbing or chewing its bark,gnarlybumpsinthebark growthoftencausedby fungusorother irritations, and the list can go on and on.This is a goodplaceagainfor their notebooks.

5. A significantecosystemis ashallowcreekorstream.If feasiblelet theScoutswalk barefootand getthe“feel” of theenvironment.Haveeachboy find aspotandsit quietly andwatchthe water. They may find water spiders, mmflows,crayfish,tadpoles,crickets,snails,shells,lizards,evidenceofbeaver,mossyrocks,ero-sions,andagainthelist cango on and on.

ANIMAL TRACK BASICS

YoucouldgetsomeplasterofparisandgiveeachScoutasmall papercup andlet themmix it andtakeplastercastsofthe tracks.Havethemmix itnot “soupy”but fairly “runny” so it will flow wellandhavethemmoundit up about 1/2-3/4incheshighsoit won’tcrackwhenremovingit from theground.

Animal TracksMost wild animals are shy and afraid of people.Manycomeoutonly atnightorin theveryearlymorning when humans are sleeping. You mayneverseethem,butyou knowthey’rearoundbythetracksthey leavebehind. Figuring Out whatkind ofanimalmadethetrackscanbealot offun.

A goodfirst step is to countthe numberof toesand claws in a footprint. That’s usually enough totell you thegeneraltypeof animal.

Members of the dog family (dogs, foxes, wolvesand coyotes) leave tracks that have four toes in thefront footprint andfour in therearfootprint, andyou can usually see claw marks.

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Membersof thecatfamily (bobcat,lynx, moun-tain lion and ordinaryhousecat)also havefourtoes front andrear. But catspull theirclawsinwhentheywalk, so theydon’t leaveclawmarks.

Rabbits,too,havefour toesup front andin back,and sometimesyou canseeclaws. But the realgiveawayis thesize of theirfeet. Thebackfeetaretwo to threetimesbiggerthan thefront!

Most mice, rats and other rodents (chipmunks,squirrels, woodchucks, beavers and muskrats)havefour toesin front andfive in back. Thetoesare usuallyspreadOut like a fan or hand.

Animalsthatmaketrackswith five toesfront andrear,with clawmarks,areusuallymembersoftheweaselfamily (skunks,otters,badgers,minks,weasels and wolverines).


Nature’s SayingsA few old-fashioned rhymes and reasons are“corny” but are very often true.

• Redskyatmorning,sailorstakewarning;redsky at night, sailors delight.

• Whenthedewis on thegrassrain will nevercometo pass.

• Whenforestmurmurandmountainsroar,closeyourwindowsandshutyourdoor. (Asa stormapproaches,soundbecomemoredistinct.)

• If with yournoseyou smell theday,stormyweather’son theway. (Theair beforea stormoftenmakeodorsmoredistinct.)

• Smokerising high, clear’sthesky. Whensmokedescends,goodweatherends. (Thisoneis sotrue;watchfor it. It is becauseof airpressure.Showtheboysthis aroundacampfire sometime,)

WeatherCraft:SunClockMaterials:

SawPieceof wood about12 inchessquarePieceofplywood orhardboard1/8 inch thickandabout6 inchesby 8 inches

Two 6-inch strips of wooden moldingCarpenter’sglueWatch with handsPencilAcrylic paintsPaintbrushUrethanevarnish

But if thoseclawed,five-toedtracksremindyoua little ofahumanfoot orhand,theywereprob-ably madeby abear,raccoonor opossum.

All hoofedanimals(deer,cows,moose,sheep,mountain goats) makeprints with two large“toes”sideby side. An exceptionis the horse,whichleavesupside-down,U-shapedprints: theoutlineofthehorseshoesnailedto its hooves.

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1. Cut thewoodintotheshapesshownin thedrawing.2. Standthebladeup asshownin thepicture,

exactlyin themiddle alongoneedgeof thesquareboard.Gluethebladeto theboard,andgluethepiecesofmoldingonbothsidesoftheblade.

3. Placethesundialin aspotthatgetssunall daylong. Youcouldputit on theground,onatreestump,on aconcreteblock,oron afewbricks.Wherever it is, placethesundialso thatthebladepointsto thenorth. Step4 will tell youto find north.

4. On a sunny day, hold your watch in your handandturn it so thehourhandpoints to thesun.Holding thewatchvery still, find thespotexactlybetweenthehourandthe12. Thatspotpointssouth(if you live in thenorthernhemi-sphere).To find north,pointexactlyopposite.

5. Turn yoursunclockso thatthebladepointsnorth. Mark thepositionof theclockso youcanreturnit to thesamepositionif you needtomoveit.

6. This step may takeacoupleof days. Gooutside every hour on the hour, and use apencil to drawtheshadowofthebladeon thesundial.Be suretomarkthetimeon theclockalso.

7. After you’vemarkedall thehoursofdaylight,paintthe sunclock. Be sureto includethenumerals so you can read them as the shadowof theblademovesacrossthe faceof thedial.(We’ve used Roman numerals, but you canuse regular numerals if you’d rather.)

8. With a paint brush,coattheentiresunclock,backandfront, with urethanevarnishto weath-

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Literary SourcesWebelosHandbookWebelosProgramHelpsBoy Scout HandbookBoy Scout FieldbookPrevious Pow WowbooksPublic library• Hiking KansasCity by William Eddy and

Richard Ballentine contains 45 “close-in”hiking trails andis availablein outdoorstores.This is afun andusefulbook that is agood investmentfor future family fun.

• A CompleteGuideto Hiking andBacknackin~in Missouri by FredA. LafserJr.

MissouriConservationistMissouriDept. ofConservationBox 180JeffersonCity, MO. 65102

KansasWildlifeKS Fish& GameCommissionRFD1Pratt,KS

• The Audubon Society Field Guide to NorthAmericanTreesby Elbert L. Little Knopf

• The Golden Guide to Field Identification ofWildflowersof NorthAmerica by FrankD. yenning

• Field Guide to the Birds of North AmericabyNationalGeographicSociety(availableatBurrow’s Nature Center at Lake Jacomo)

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types of activities they would like to do whileon thecampout. Would they like takeahike orgo fishing? Introducethemto somesamplemenusandselectthefood for theovernightkeepingtheirlikes anddislikes in mind. Letthemhavesomeinputon thechoiceoflocations.

DEN ACTIVITIES1. Make atentandpracticepitching it.2. Make adenfirst aidkit.3. Discussfirst aidand practice what to do in

the“hurry cases”.4. Plan andpreparefor the father-sonovernight.5. Practicethebasicknots.(Referto Indoor

Activities for information on knots.)6. Make in improvised sleeping bag.7. Demonstrate the proper way to pack, put on

andcanyabackpack.8. Teach fire safetyprinciples. Practicelaying

andbuilding different types of fires. Have astringburningcontest.

9. Have a den cook-out.l0.Go on a hike.ll.Discuss knife safety and basic whittling

techniques.12.Go on a father-son overnight.13.Build a charcoal stove from 1 gallon tin

cans. Show them how to make buddyburners for the stoves. Cook on them.

l4.Make tie slides. See Tie Slides section oftheCraftsChapter.

FATHER AND SON OVERNIGHT

Thefather-sonovernight,with carefulplan-ning, canbe thehighlight of yourWebelosdenprogram. BoyscanlearnrealScoutingskills,be given an opportunity to be proud of theirgrowth, and they can be provided with a realopportunity to work andhave fun with theirfathers. A three partplanning process toprepareyourself,theboysand their fathers canassurethe success of yourovernightexperience.

Include the boys in the planning process asmuch as possible. Get their opinions on the

Also, keep your fathers informed about theplans for the overnight and what you willexpect from each of them. Ask for their helpanduseit whenit is volunteered. Good com-municationscanwell be akey to thesuccessoftheovernightfrom theadults’point of view.

Prepare YourselfA. Select the date and location for the over

night. This should be done several weeks inadvance.Checkoutany specialpermitsrequired by the campsite and submit a localtourpermit to the councilservicecenter.

B. Check out availableequipment. Seehowmanyfamilies havetheirown campingequipmentandhowmanyyou will havetohelpfind tentsor sleepingbagsfor. If youhave a good relationship with a Boy Scouttroop in yourarea,check with them aboutthe possibility of borrowing some of theirequipment for these families. You may alsoneed to borrow some equipment for theden’s usesuch as dining flys, dutch ovens,coolers, water jugs andcookinggrills. Ifyou are planning to use troop equipment, besure you plan your overnight on a weekendthe troop will not be needing the equipment

for their own use. If a troop’sequipmentwill not be available to you, check out thecompanies in your area that rent the itemsyou need. If you areplanning to camp at aBoy Scout Reservation, some of the itemsmay be available for rental there.

C. Attend a Webelos Leader Outdoor Trainingcoursefor a goodfoundationofskills andinformation useful in planing your own

overnight.



Preparethe BoysA. Review the Outdoor Code with the boys and

impress on them that good Scouts try toleave an area better than they found it. Get

them to discuss ways this could be done.B. Discuss fire safety and its importance. It

may be a good idea to practice fire building

before you go on the overnight so you canbe sure to have cooking fires when youneed them.

C. Review or teach basic knots. Make sure theboys have all mastered the taut line hitch asthey may use this know in erecting theirtents on the overnight.

D. About a week before the campout, give each

boy an individual checklist of personal itemsthey will need and go over the reasons for

having this equipment. You maywish topractice packing these things in a suitcase or

backpack for credit under the TravelerActivity badge.

E. Go over basic first aid practices with theboys that are required for the Arrow ofLight. This will help the boys to feel theyarepreparedforemergencies that maycome up.

Preparethe DadsA. Have a meeting with the fathers about 3

weeks before the campout to go over thedetailswith them.1. Date and location of campout - decide onrendezvousandreturnplaceandtime.2. Transportation- Decide if you are goingto caravan, have a van pool, or if each father

and son teamis responsible for gettingthemselves to the campout on time. Youmay provide each father with a map anddetails for getting to the site.3. Go over the schedule of events for thecampoutand what each father and son teamwill be responsible for. You may want tomake up some kind of duty roster so eachteam will have an opportunity to cook, cleanup, build fires and go for water.4. Give fathers a list of equipment they will

need to bring for themselves. Also, find Out

what kind of equipment they may have thatthey would be willing to share with others orwith the den. Get volunteers to bring firewood if you planon cookingwith wood or ifyou are planning a campfire.5. Remind dadsthat pressuregasstovesandColeman-type lanterns may not be used inScout camps. (This is a national campingregulation.) Propane stoves andlanternsarepermissible.6. Use this opportunity to get to know thefathersbetter. Ask for volunteersto helplead variouscampoutactivities.

B. Schedule another meeting with the fathers togo over the skills they will be using for thecampout. Show them how to erectthedifferent types of tents they may be using,how to build wood and charcoal fires andlight them without liquid starter,and how touse a bow saw or hand axeproperlytopreparefirewood. The boys should not beinvited to this meeting. This gives thefathers an opportunity to learnor re-learnthese skills without being embarrassed infront oftheirsons.

SampleSchedulefor CampoutSATURDAY10:00Arrive at Campsite10:15 Raise U.S. Flag10:30Erect tentsand setupcampkitchen11:15 Short meeting to go over duty roster11:30 Gather firewood andpreparewood lot12:15Eatsacklunches12:45 Campfirepreparation1:15 Hike to work on activity badges2:15 Boating (if available) or tour campingarea3:30 Games4:15 First Aid practice with fathers as victims4:45 Fire building demonstration5:00 Preparedinner5:45 Eat dinner6:15 Clean up and lay campfire6:30 Flag Retreat6:45 Fishing8:15 Campfire9:15 Night hikeor game10:00 Lights out


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SUNDAY7:30 Reveille7:45 Personal clean up and air bedding8:15 Raise Flag8:30 Prepare breakfast9:00 EastBreakfast9:30 clean up10:00 Non-denominational worshipservice10:30 Game11:00 Strikecamp

This is justasampleof whatyou couldplanforyourcampout. Rememberto be flexible. Ifeveryone is having fun doing what they’redoing, rearrangeyourscheduleto accommo-datespendingmoretime doing it. Someoftheactivities you could plan depends on what isavailable at your camping location andwhatthe weather may permit. Rememberto have aPlan B if the weather is not being cooperativefor some of your activities.

Den Equipment Check ListThis listwill vary,dependingon the menusyou’veselected,theavailability of wood at yourcampsiteandthe activities you’ve planned.

• First Aid Kit• Cooler and ice for perishables• Watercontainersandwater• Food and seasoning• Cooking utensils (ladle, turning fork,

wooden spoons, etc.)• Dutch oven and/or other cooking pots• Aluminum foil• Paper towels• Dishwashing detergent andsponges

Cooking grate• Handwasher• Dining fly or rain shelter• Woodand/orcharcoal• Lantern

Buckets or dishpans for washing dishes• Matchesin waterproofcontainer and fire

starters• Rope• Toilet paper• Trash bags


Handwasherand FirestartersRefer to Outdoor Activities Chapter.

Personal Equipment Checklist• Sleeping bag or bedroll• Ground cloth• Flashlight and extra batteries• Poncho or rain gear• Comfortable footwear, preferably boots• Coat and hat that covers ears• Warmclothes - at least one complete change• Extrasocks• Soap• Washclothandtowel• Toothbrush and toothpaste• Toilet paper• Sack lunch for Saturday• Water bottle or canteen• Eatingutensils(plate,cup,knife, fork, spoon)• WebelosScoutsshouldwearuniform and

bring Webelos book• Fishing gear• Tent

Add to this list anything else you need eachpersonto bring. Someoptional items likecamerasand suntanlotion maybe suggested,orotherequipmentmaybe neededdependingonwhat activitiesyou haveplanned.

SampleLetter to Parents

Dear Fathers of Webelos Scouts,Our den is planning a father-son overnight for

date ). As you know, attendance atsuchan outing is a requirementfor theArrowof Light rank,sowehopeyou all canplanto attend.

Wewill meet at ( rendezvous place )at ( time ) on ( date ) and go to( campsite location ). Weplan toreturn at about ( time ) on ( date ).This promises to be a real fun-filled adventure.There will be a meeting at ( time ) on (date ) at( location ) for all thoseplanning to join us on the overnight. Enclosed



is a personal equipment check list for you andyour son. If you haveany problemswith anyof these items, we will discuss finding them foryouratthemeeting.Hope you can come,WebelosDen Leader

THE “SEVEN WAY” CUB TENT

This tentmaybe pitchedsevendifferentways.Ordinarynarrowbiastapeis sewnon dottedlines. Permanent loops are sewn where the

ioops aredrawnon the tent. “Tie Pieces”of 5/8wide cloth are sewn at the other places mdi

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cated on the drawing. Places where the tiepieces and the loops are attached are reinforcedby sewingon square patches of cloth. Ropes ofvarious lengths are tied to the tie pieces andloops for pitching the tent in the variouswaysare pictured.The overall dimensions of the tentare 7 by 11 feet. It may be madefrom anymaterial desires; inexpensive muslin is recom-mended.The Cub methodof waterproofing isto rub with paraffin and press with a warm (nothot) iron. Pictured are several ways in which

this tent can be used and the Cub should beencouraged to practice these in his backyardcampingor white on hikes with his parents.

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RoDe RacesEquipment: Pieceofrope about 5’longProcedure: At signal from the adult in charge,a type of knot is called. The contestants tie theknot called. The fastest one afterseveraltypesof knots aredone is the winner. (Teach theknots for about five minutes ahead of time, orpractice them in the den.)

Blind RopeWalkEquipment: Blindfold for eachcontestant,chairs,boxes, paper plates, items such asmarshmallows,cooked peas, apple slices, Jellosquares,celerystalks, raw hamburger, rubberspider, liquid soap, etc., and a pad of paper andpencil for each contestant.Procedure: Each blindfolded contestant hasan adult parther. They hold on to the twine andmake their way to the first place. Theytouchthe object (which is one of the items listedabove)thenwhispertheanswerto theiradult.The adult writestheiransweron thepad ofpaper. The contestant goes throughthe wholecourse. Thewinneris theonewith themostcorrectitemsin thequickesttime.

OUTDOOR COOKING HINTS• Pack charcoal in a paper egg cartonand tie

shut. Whenready to use,just light the carton.• For a wood fire, use candle pieces wrapped

(like candy)in wax paper. Light the waxpaper and the wax will keep it going longenough to ignite your kindling.

• Put a burger freshfrom the grill into the bunandplace it in a plastic bag for about aminute. The bun will be steamedwarn.

• Let a panor bucket of water heat on the firewhile you eat andyour dish water will bereadywhenyou are.

• Meltedparaffin,applied inside andoutsideacooler leak will seal it.

• A bar of soap will stayclean on a cookout ifkept in the end of an old stocking and hungfrom a branch in a tree.


• For safety, always keep a bucket of waternearbywhen cooking.

• Whencamping, choose foods that keep wellwith little or no refrigeration. Check outinstantdehydratedfoods.

• Cool the ice chest before you fill. The icewill last much longer.

• Cans of frozen juice can help keep otherfoodscold whenpackingyour ice chest.

• Freeze fresh meat before putting it in thecooler. It will last longer and also help keepother foods cold. Even make hamburgerpattiesandfreezewith doublewaxpaperbetween each.

• Give yourself plenty of time to starta fireandwait for wood andbriquettesto be ready.

• Brushgratesof grill with oil to prevent meatfrom sticking.

• Don’t forget to rubthe outside of metal panswith liquid detergent. It sure helps when itcomestime to cleanup.

TYPESOFOUTDOORCOOKINGWhile cooking indoors andoutdoorsoverlapandrequirethesameskills, thecookingOut-doors is especiallyappealingto Cub Scouts.Here arevarioustypesof cooking, and littlehelps to make these successful.

Toasting: “to brown by heat” Best done overgood coals; patience in waiting for the fire toburn to coals is its own reward. Toast evenlydone on all sides. when a flaming fire mustbeused,hold thefood to one sideof theflames,insteadof in or over them, or the~ food will besmokedinsteadof toasted.Broiling: “to cook by directexposureto heat”Broiling is a method used in cooking meat,especiallytendercutslike chopsor steak. It isusuallydoneon agreenstick, oron a wirerack. Best done over coals, turning often,cookingslowly.Stewing or Boiling: “to cook in water”Tougher cuts of meat are good for stew but ittakeslonger to cook. For stews, meat shouldbe browned quickly in fat, and cooked slowly



in water until tender. Generally, the longer thecooking the better the stew. For boiling, have acover on the pot to hasten the action; put thekettle on the fire as soon as it is going to catchall the heat.On-A-Rock Cooking: Is another kind offrying in which a flat stoneis heatedandusedas a flying pan.Steaming: Is cooking by steam. Aluminumfoil cooking is a steam process.Baking: There aremany ways of bakingoutdoors. One way is on the end of a green

stick. Another way is in a reflector oven.Dutchovensarealsoused for baking.Non-Utensil Meals: are thosewhere you useno kettles or pans, but make any implementsyou need, like broilers or toasting sticks.One-PotMeals: are those where many ingre-dients makethe main dish. Everything isprepared in one kettle.Beanholes:are“firelesscookers”in thegmund.Barbecues: are waysofroastinglargepiecesof meat over coals; a special sauce is usuallyusedfor bastingthemeat.

Fire Building and SafetyRules forCooking Outdoors:Refer to theOutdoor Activities Chapter.

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departmentto find out how to report orsummonhelp in thesesituations.

3. Consultwith the local fire marshal,emergencyservicesor policedepartmentto findout how to plan an emergency escape route.Or find wheremosthomeaccidentsarelikely to occurin andaround your home.

4. Invite amember of the local Red Cross or aqualified swimming instructorwho is a WSI(water safetyinstructor) to show your denhow to have a safeand fun time a the beachor local pooi.

5. Build abuddy tagboardand use it on anouting that involves water sports.

6. Consult the Boy ScoutField Book for safebicycling tips.

7. Invite a Boy Scoutto teachthe den the hurrycases.

8. Make aposterwith the telephonenumbersof the police, fire departmentand doctor.Post it near the telephone. It should includethe address where you live.

9. Explain how to use each item in a first aidkitfor a home or car.

lO.Makepostersshowingsafeswimmingpractices including the Buddy System.

ll.Make a first aidkit for home or car.12. Plan escape routes in case of fire.l3.Have a quiz on First Aid.l4.Makea tie slide. See Tie Slides in the

Crafts chapter.

IDEAS FOR PACK MEETING

DEN ACTiVITIES

1. Ask a member of the local Red Cross oremergency traumateamto visit your denandshow you how to save lives by learning:

Hurry CasesShockOther minor emergencies

2. Learnhow to get help from the local authoritiessuchasthepolice, fire department,ambulance, or hospital. Contact the police

READYMANExhibit: “RescueAnnie”; First aid kit; Postersshowing hurry cases.Demonstration: Rescue breathing using“rescue Annie”


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REALISTIC FIRST AID PRACTICE

Youngsters may taketoo casually a life-savinglesson in first aid. But if you show make-believe injuries, you young students may take itmore seriously and remember the lesson longer.

Readyman activity badge requires the WebelosScout to show what to do for bleeding, shock,burnsandseveralotherinjuries. All of theseareeasilysimulatedwith simple material; deepandbright red lipstick, “blush” make up, blackwaxcrayon,wax candle,“blood” mixture ofred food coloring, powdered cocoa, and water(maketwo or three ounces); blue eye shadowor cha]k, molder’s or rubber cement, white eyeshadowor chalkand glycerine-water (equalamounts)solutionin an atomizeror squeezespray bottle (two ounces should do). Haveyour “victim” dressin old clothes to avoidstaininghis uniform.

Outline a “cut’ with deep red lipstick. Fill inthe area with heavy lipstick application. Drop“blood” onto the cut.

Simulate abrasions with a little blue eyeshadow. This is the “bruise”. Smeara littlemodeler’sor rubbercement onto the “injured”area. Let it dry a bit, then rough it up with adull kitchenkni1~.Finishoff with alittle “blood”.

Demonstrateasimpleburnwith a little “blush”facial makeup to the “injured” area. For asecond degreebum, imitate blisters by apply-ing a little modeler’s or rubber cement. Forthird-degree bums, simulate charredskin byapplyingblackcrayonto the injuredarea. Nowapply a light red lipstick. Smear on modeler’sor rubber cement. Let dry a little, then roughup with a dull kitchen knife.

Imitate the face of a shock victim by applyingwhite eyeshadow or white chalk. Work in thecolor for a smooth, pale complexion. Blend inglue greasepencil or blue chalklightly overandunder the eyes and slightly darker on lipsandear lobes. Finish off by simulatingclammy skin with sprayed glycerine-water mixonto the upper lip and forehead.

Fireman’sCarryThe first boy stands with feet apart. Thesecondboy standsfacinghis partner,andsquats to place his right arm between hispartner’slegs. The first boy liesacrosstheback of the second boy’s shoulders. Thesecondboy’s armpassesaroundhis partner’sright leg to enable him to grasp his partner’sright wrist with his ownright hand. He thenextendshis legsto cometo theerectpositionmeanwhile keeping his back perpendicular tothe floor. Partnersshouldbe pairedso thattheirweight andheightarereasonablyequal.Obese or very weak boys should be giveotherskills to perform.

PressurePad RelayEquipment: Each boy useshis ownneckerchiefProcedure: One boy liesabout30 feetin frontof the team with arterial“bleeding” of the leftwrist. There is one judge for each victim. Onsignal,thefirst boy from eachteamrunsup andapplies pressure pad over simulatedwound.Whencorrect, judge yells, “off’, boy removesthe pad, and run back to team, tags off, and thenext boy repeats the operation.

StretcherRaceEquipment: Two staves,oneblanket,and oneinflated balloon for each teamProcedure: Teamsline up in a relay formationwith two victims from each team lying from 30tO 70 feet in front of the team. On signal, twomembersoftheteamrunup to the first victimwith blanket and staves, make a stretcher, ajudge places the inflated balloon on the victim.The victim is carriedto the starting line withoutthe balloon falling off. (To ensure careinhandling of the victim). If the balloon falls off,the judge picks it up, the teamplaces thestretcherandvictim on the floor, the judgeslowly counts off 20 seconds, places the bal-loon back on the victim’s chest, and the teamcontinueson its way. Whenthey reach

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the startingline, thesecondteam from thegroupdismantlesthe stretcher and runsforwardto being in the second victim using the sameprocedureandrulesasthefirst team. Thefirstteam to bring in the second victim over thestartingline is thewinner.

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First Aid KitHave your own first aid kit on hand! For thecontainer, you will need a large plastic bottle(suchas ableachbottle),kitchenshears,paperfasteners, a rubber band and permanent feltmarkers.

Cut a door in the side of the plastic bottleunderneath the handle, as shown. Insert onepaper fastener in the edge of the door andonein the bottle next to the door. Wrap a rubberbandaround the two paper fasteners to keep thedoor shut. Label and decorate the containerwith permanentfelt markers.

Placeall the suppliesinsidethecontainerandshutthedoortightly. Thehandleof theplasticbottle makesit easy for you to carryyourfirstaid kit with you. There’s no excuse for everleaving your first aid kit behind.

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EmergencyflaresMaterials: 1 tuna can, corrugated cardboard,candles or paraffinDirections: Fill a tuna can with rings ofcorrugatedcardboardand pour melted candlesover it. Carry in a car for emergency flares.Also makes a good starter for a campfire or acharcoal fire.

Family First Aid Kit for Your CarEither buy an alreadypreparedkit or assembleyourownusing a small plastic or wood con-tainerwith theseitems:

Roll of 2’ gauze bandagesCravat bandageSunburn ointmentInsectrepellentSoapTweezersSmall scissorsJackknife

Emergency Supplies for Your Car2 - 3 x 17 inch splints (1/4’ thick)Fire extinguisherTow chain or tow ropeFlashlightFlares or red flagsFor winter use:

several candlesmatchesblanketsfresh water (for a trip)food items (that keep without refrigeration)

Guide to Emergency ActionStranded in a Blizzard:• Don’t sit with the motor running and the

windows closed. Deadly and odorlesscarbon monoxide can seep into the car.

• Keep two windows partly open so fresh aircirculates. To conserve gas, runthe enginefor a short while so that the heater warmsthe car, then turn it off until the carbegins toget cold.

• Leave parking lights or warning flashers on.Don’t leavethecar.Thereis a better chanceof help reaching you than you surviving onfoot in severeweather.

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Auto Accident:• Movethevehicleswell off theroad,if

possible,and turn off the ignitions.• Help theinjured,but don’t movethem

unless they are threatened by bleeding, fireor traffic. Administerfirst aid only if youare qualified.

• Place a warning flare 10 feet back of the rearvehicle,another300 feetbehindandathitti100feetaheadof thescene.If otherpeopleare there,stationthemwith flaresto alerttraffic.

• Warning- Do not light flaresnearspilledgasoline.

• Sendforthepoliceandambulanceif necessary.• Write down the licensenumberoftheother

carandthenameand addressofits driver.Get names andaddresses of witnesses.

• If you’re first at thesceneof an autocrash,parkwell awayfrom theaccident,aheadofthe scene.Accountfor all occupantsof thevehiclesand aidtheinjuredto theextentthatyou are qualified. Set up flares andcall thepolice asdescribedabove.

CarFires:• Mostfires aretheresultof a shortcircuit in

thecar’s electricalsystem. Don’t wastetimetrying to disconnectthebattery. if you don’thaveafire extinguisher,rip looseanyburningwireswith a jackhandleandsmotherwith ablanketor coat. Don’t grabwireswith yourbarehands. If thefire bumsOut of controlandendangersthegastank,get away from the car immediately.

Headlight Failure:• Brake asquickly aspossiblewithout throw-

ing thecar into a skid. Easeonto theshoul-derwell awayfrom any traffic. Setoutwarningflares.

• Check battery tenninalsfor looseconnec-tion. If this is not thetrouble,sendfor help.Never drive at night without lights.

Car Submersion:• Don’t panic, Tests have proven that a car

with doors andwindowsclosedwill floatfrom 3 to 10 minutes - enoughtime toescapeif you keepyou head.

• If thecardoessink beforeyou cangetout,an air bubblewill form in that sectionof thepassengercompartmentclosestto thesur-face. Youcangetabreathof air from thisbubblebeforemakingyourexit.

• Dependingupon theamountof waterin thecar, waterpressure against the doors maymakethedifficult to open,but a window canbe rolled downeasily. if you areforcedtobreakawindow, give it ablow with ahard,sharpobject.

FirstAid TreatmentDrowning: If you arenot trainedasalife-saver,stay outofthe water. Instead,extendastick or towel, throw Out a flotation deviceorrow to reachthevictim. Onceyou havethevictim on shoreor in aboat,if he is uncon-scious,tilt his headbackandcheckto seeif heis breathing.

Watchfor therise andfall of his chest,listenfor breathingnoisesandfeel for breathwithyour cheek. If he is notbreathing,pinchthenose,sealyourlips aroundhis mouthandkeepinghis headtilted back,give fourquickbreaths.

Check again to see if the victim startedbreath-ing, and,if not, resumemouth-to-mouthbreathing— giving onebreathevery5 secondsfor an adultandonepuff of air every3 secondsfor achild.

Choking: if the victim cannot breathe or talk,leanhim forwardandgive foursharpblows totheupperback. If this doesn’tdislodgetheobject, getbehindthevictim and wrapyourarmsaroundhim abovethewaist. Make afistwith onehand,placeit justbeneaththe“V” oftherib cage,graspthefist with theotherandgive four hardupwardthrusts.



Bad Cuts: Raise the Cut abovetheheartandapplypressure— using gauze pads, an articleof clothing or your bardhands— directly onthe cut. If this doesn’t control the bleeding,press on the appropriate pressure point inthe groin or inside the upper arms (where youmakeamuscle).

Do notusea tourniquetunlessthereis no otherway to control severe bleeding and the victim’slife is threatened.Onceapplied,atourniquetmust be left tight and be removed only by aphysician.

Wounds: If the wound is more that one-eightof an inch deep,dressit andseea doctor. Donot try to makeit bleed. If thevictim is im-paledon an object,suchasapicket fence,donot try to removethevictim from theobject.

Instead, cut the object (if necessary, call thefire department)andgetthevictim with theobjectin him to thehospital.

Fractures or Sprains: Immobilize the injuredlimb andtakethevictim to thehospital,or iftheneckor spinemaybe injured,call anambulance.

Eye Injury: For chemical burns,turn the headand bendfor so that the injuredeyeis downand flush with waterfor atleast5 minutes.Toremove a cinder, use a clean handkerchief orpieceof gauze.

Burns: First degreerednessandseconddegreeredness and blistering burns should be im-mersedin cold waterfor about20 minutes. Forsunburn,takeacold bath.

Fishhooks: If the hook is sticking in past thebarb,pushit throughin thedirectionit enteredthe skin until thebrabcomesout theotherside,the clip both ends with a wire cutter and pullout the remaining piece.

Insect Bites: If stung by a bee, remove thestinger by scraping without squeezing thevenomsac. Forstingsby wasps,bees,hornetsor ants,cleansewith soapandwater,applyammoniato reduceswelling.

If thevictim develoDssymDtomsofan allergiesreaction,gethim to adoctororhospitalfast.Treattick bitesby coveringinsectwith aheavyoil; half an hour later, carefully remove the tickwith tweezers,thenscrubtheareawith soapand water. For itchy bites, apply calaminelotion.

PoisonPlants: Wash with brown soaporalumonia,applycalaminelotion to relieveitching, and bandageany openwound.

Snakebites: A nonpoisonoussnakeleavesaset of teeth marks, but no fang marks. Have adoctorlook atit andgeta tetanusshot. Apoisonous snake leaves one or two fang marks(with or withoutteethmarks).

Iniinediately tie a shoelaceor ropeabouttwoinches from the bite between the bite andtheheart. Thevictim shouldnot move around. Heshouldsit or lie down,keepingthebite lowerthanhe level of theheart.

Make a Cut throughbothfangmarksandaboutone-sixteenthto one-eightof an inch deepandsuckout thevenom(butnot if you havealargecavity or sorein yourmouth). A cold com-presswill reduceswelling. Get thevictim tothe hospital.

EmergencyNumbers: Know thephonenumbersfor thepoisoncontrolcenter,policeand fire departments, andambulance. Keepthese numbers close to all the phones in yourhome.

Calling an Ambulance: Give thespecificlocation— intersection, Street address, andapartmentnumber— and havesomeone wait-

ing for the ambulance at the location you gave.


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BICYCLING

A myriadofpotentialhazardsawaitscyclistswho ride unprepared.Thosedangersrangefrom weakriding skills, carelessbicyclinghabitsandpoormaintainedbikes.

Learningto ride safelyon a bike that fits,maintaintheir bikesandrecognitionpotentialscenariosastheglide alongcity streets,high-waysandrecreationpathsareamongthemostbasicprecautionscyclists cantake.

Equipment

Buying abicyclethatfits is importantto ridingsafely.• Maintaining that bike is alsoimportant. A

bicycle that doesn’t runproperlymaycausean accident or leave its owner stranded.

• Cyclistsshouldexaminetheirbikesbeforethey ride.

• Are the tires worn, cracked or cut? Are the

cablesbent,rusty or frayed? Doesthebikethrow its chain or make peculiar noises?Are its control leversstiff? Cyclistswhoansweryesto any of thosequestionshouldhavetheir bikesrepairedbeforeriding again.

• Tiresshouldbe pumpedto theappropriatepressure.

• Cyclists should take coins to make a phonecall shouldtheybecomestranded.

Riding in Traffic

While Out pedaling,bicyclists shouldremem-berthattheysharetheroadswith motorists. Being safe intrafficdemandsthatriderspayattention,ride with thelaw in mindandbe courteous to other people using theroads.

• Obey all applicable traffic regulations, signs,signalsandmarkings. Riderswalking their


bicyclesqualify aspedestrians,andmustadhereto lawswrittenfor peopleon foot.

• Observeall local ordinancespertainingtobicycleoperation.

• Keep right, drive with traffic, not against it.Drive singlefile.

• Watch out for drain grates, soft shoulders,and other road surface hazards.

Riding in Traffic

• Whentheypassparkedcars,it’s importantto checkfor traffic beforeshiftingleft intothe lane. WatchOut for cardoorsopening,or forcarspulling out into traffic.

• Don’t carrypassengersorpackagesthatinterferewith yourvisionor control.

• Never hitch aride on a truckor othervehicle,• Be extremelycarefulat all intersections,

particularlywhenmaking a left turn.• Use hand signals to indicate turning or

stopping.• Protectyourselfatnight with therequired

reflectorsandlights.• Drive yourbike defensively;watch out for

the otherguy.

Riding in Groups

Forparticipatingin a groupride,othercyclistsbecomepartof the traffic.• Bike ridersshouldpedalsingle file to allow

traffic andotherridersto pass.• It’s a good idea to signal all turnswell in

advanceandkeepboth handson thebarsthroughouttheturn.

• Theyshouldnotify cyclist if they’regoing tostopor turn abruptly.

• As a matter of courtesy, cyclists should usehandor oralsignalsto warnfellow ridersaboutsuchroadhazardsas loosegravel,glass and railroad tracks.



SCHOLAR

Arrangean educationalfair for apackmeetingor denmeeting. Severalpeoplesuchas librar-ians,teachers,administrators,coaches,profes-sors,film makers,scientists,orevenjanitors(someone has to keep the schools in condition)could be present to talk to parents and Cubs.

Anothersuggestionis havetheboyslist whattheyconsiderthebestandworst thingsin theirschool. Arrangeto givetheselists to theprincipal or a schoolboardmember. Invitethemto a denmeetingto talk with theboys.Importantto theparticipans in such a meetingis a feeling of trustand comradery. Allow themeetingto havean informal setting, Afterrespectrully introducing the guest, let it becomean informal rap session. A few cookies and:punchservedby thedennerhasworkedwon-dersin thepast. Now is theopportunityfor theleaderto blendinto thewoodwork andenjoyobserving. Do not become concerned with alack ofparticipationon theboys’ part. If theguestis someoneconcernedwith theboysofthis agegroup,he or shewill drawthemin.Many an hour denmeetinghasendedquitesometimeafterthat with theparentsjoining forcookiesandpunch. Enthusiasmseemsto buildduringsuchsessionsandtheboysneverrunOut

ofquestions.

A little moreinformal would be ameetingatschoolbetweentheboy anda teacher.Havetheboy makeout a list of questionsandsetupapproximately10 minutesto meet. Havethe boy discuss his meeting at a den meeting.

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Newspapersearch- giveeachboy a newspa-perand havethemfind storiesabouteducation.

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2. Discussa possibleserviceproject.3. Discusswhat it takesto be a teacheror

educator.4. Havetheboysmakealist of thethings they

like aboutschooland anotherlist of thethings theydon’t like aboutschool. Givetheselists to theprincipal.

5. Plan a skit or quiz showsealingwitheducation.

6. Do somebrainteasers, riddles,tricks,orpuzzles.

7. Give aquizon Scouting.8. Have the boys make a daily time schedule

and use it to determineif theyare makingthebestuseof theirtime.

9. Do role play with theboysasteachers.Seewhy and how they would handle certainsituations.

l0.Makea tie slide. SeeTie Slidesin Craftschapter.

PACK DEMONSTRATIONS

1. Chartsoftheschoolsystemor government2. School board election posters.3. Showsomeold schoolbooksandantique

education items.4. Display a map showing the educational

institutionsin thecommunity;i.e. specialservices schools for the handicapped -

schools for developing specific technicaljobs - colleges,etc.

5. Make anddisplaya historicalexhibit on thelocal schools like old photos books, reportcards,etc.

6. Tell about field trips orserviceprojectsthedenwasinvolved in.

7. Put on askit or quiz showabouteducation.

FIELD TRIPS AND SERVICE PROJECTS• Attend aschoolboardmeeting.• Visit theschooldistrictoffice.• Vist the library. Havethelibrarianexplain

theDeweyDecimalsystem- theboysapplyfor alibrary card if theydon’t alreadyhaveone.(continuedon next page)


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DENACTIVITIES

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SCIENTIST

• PresentthecolorsatthenextP.T.A. meeting. flight priciples.• Form a safetypatrolif theschooldoesn’t 4.Haveaslow-motion bicycle riding contest to

haveoneor haveoneday aweekasCub illustrate balancingskills.Scout on patrol. 5.Do some of the experiments

• With theprincipal’spermission,plantatree WebelosScoutBook.orshrubattheschool. 6.Practicebalancestunts.

• Do messangerwork for theprincipalor 7.Makesomeopticalillusionsteachers, theeyesconverge.

• Make abulletin boardanddisplayit at 8.Discussvariousbranchesof scienceandhowschoolon education, theydiffer.

• Help your Webelos Scouts see that school 9.Study fog and how it is formed.and the Scholar badge are important partsof lO.Invite a weather expert to talk to thedenortheirlearningprocess. visit aweatherstation

• Be positive when discussingschool. Even if to learnaboutweatherand air pressure.the school systemhasfaults, talk of the 1 l.Make tie slides. SeeTie slidesin theCraftspositive things. chapter.

MR CANNON HOCKEYThis gamewill demonstrteair pressure. Useroundcardboard

A scientistusesaprocedureoftencalledthe oatmealboxes. Cut aholethesizeof apennyscientificmethod, in thetops. FastenThis consists of five steps: the lid back to the box tightly. Use a table for a

field, with a1. State a problem about some observed goal at either end. Have a boy sit at each endphenomenon. of the“field” with2. Furmulatea hypothesisto explainobserva- acannon(box) andputaping pongball in thetions. middleof thetable.3. Use hypothesis to experiment and observe By tapping the back of the box and aiming it atphenomenon, theball, try to4. Interpretthedataobserved, scoreby putting theball throughyour5. Drawing conclusions from experiments and opponent’sgoal. TheWebelosobservations, leader can demonstrate the effectiveness of his

oatmealbox cannonby usingit to put out acandle. Fill cannonwith smoke,thenaimat cradle,tapbackof box, andflamewill be put

I .Visit an eyespecialistandlearnhow eyes out. Thesework, cannonsareeffectiveup to aboutsix feet.2.Have a visiting scientistdemonstrateanexperimentrelatedto the HOT AIR BALLON POWERbadgerequirements. Divide Cub Scoutsinto two or moreteams.3.Visit an airportandaskan expertto explain Eachplayeris givena



EXPERIMENTS

Bernoulli’s PrincipleExperimentMaterials: A ping-pong ball

Adhesivetape1 foot of thread or stringFaucet

Fix the string to the ping-pang ball with tape.Turn on the water to form a steady stream.While holding Onto the siring, flip the ballinto the water from a few inches away. Notonly will theball stay with thestring atanangle,but you candrawtheball up thestreamalmostto thefaucet.What happens: The water,streamingaroundone sideof theball, exertslesspressurethantheair which surroundstheotherside. Eventhoughyou canfeel theresistanceof thewaterasyou drawthe ball upward,the air pressureisstill stronger,astheexperimentproves.

Pascal’sLaw ExperimentMaterials: A medicinedropper

A tall jar, filled with waterSheetofrubbercut from a balloonRubber band

Dip the medicine dropper on the water andpress the rubber bulb so the dropper is partlyfilled. Test the dropper in a jar - if it startstosink, ejecta few dropsfrom it until finally itfloatswith thetop ofthebulb almostsur-merged.Now, capthejar with thesheetofrubberandfix therubberbandaroundtheedgesso that thejar is airtight. Pushtherubberdownward with your finger and the uprightdropperwill sink. Relaxyour fingerand thedropperwill rise.What happens: You haveprepareda scien-tific deviceknownasa “CartesionDiver”. Thedownwardpressureon therubberforcesthewaterup into thebottomof thediver, com-pressingtheair aboveit, producingtheeffectsof sinking, suspension and floating, accordingto thedegreeofpressure.

HomemadeBarometerRefer to Nature section of Craftschapter.

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HOW HOME WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMSWORK

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The figure shows how compessed air pusheswaterthroughpipes. This is not an experiment,but is an illustration of how some home watersupply systems work. (P) is an electric pumpthatpumpswaterinto thetank(T). As thewaterenters,theair abovethewateris com-pressed.Whenthis air pressurereachesacertainpoint, aswitch operatedby thepressureturns off theelectricpump.

You will needatwo-holestopper,a lengthofsmall copperor aluminumtubing,two eyedroppers,an atomizerbulb, ashort lengthofrubberhose,anda glassjar. (The two-holestoppermustfit tightly into thetop oftheglassjar.)

Set up your equipment as shown.

Attachtheatomizerbulb to oneoftheeyedroppersandput this eyedropperthroughoneholeof thestopper.Puttheothereyedropperon oneendofthemetaltubing,put thetubingthroughtheotherhole in thestopper,andbendasshown. Fill theglassjarwith wateralmostto thetop, but below theend oftheeyedropperattachedto theatomizerbulb.

Squeezerapidly on thebulb, anda steadysprayofwaterwill flow from thenozzle. With thenozzleremoved,this becomesavery handydevicefor wateringhouseplants.



To Make aFountainSiphon

You will need a glass bottle with a mouth largeenough to takeatwo-holerubberstopper, twoglasstubes, two lengths of rubber hose, andempty pail, andapail of water. Fill thebottlewith water.

Setup yourequipmentasshown,with theshorter piece of glass tubing put through onehole in thestopperand attachedto thelongerpiece of rubber tubing. Put thelongerpieceofglass tubing in the other hole and attachtoit theshorterlength ofrubberhose. Hold thebottle asshown,and lift theend oftheshorthoseOut ofthepail of water. Air will flowthroughit into thebottle. This canbe con-trolledby pinchingthehose.Let enoughair into let thewaterlevel in thebottle fall justbelow the end of the long tube. Put the shortrubbertubingbackinto thepail andthefoutainwill form.

Mirror Play1. Look atthesky. Be carful. Do not look at

thesun.2. Look aroundcornerswith yourmirror,3. Look behind you. What can you see?4. Useyourmirror to look overwalls.5. Write your nameon a largepieceofpaper.

Look at it in amirror.

JustOneMirrorTakea small mirror, thekind you find in a

woman’shandbag.

Put it along each dotted line in turn, shiny sidefacingeachpicture. Whathappens?

Makesomedesignsof yourown.1. Symmetryis samenesson both sidesof a

centerline. Our faces, for example, areprettymuchthesameon both sidesof ournoses.Theyhave verticalsysmmetry. Tryyour mirror on one.

2. Examinethe letters of the alphabet. Whichhave vertical symmetry?Which havehorizontal symmetry?Which have both?Which have none?

Put your mirror vertically downthecenterofthe letter A. The letter A has vertical symme-try. Try it on the letter B. It does not work for

the letter B. Try the mirror horizontallyacrossthe letter B. Nowit works! The letter B hashorizontal symmetry.

ThaumatropesThe thaumatrope was invented in 1826 and isone of the earliest optical toys. It is a spinningdisc, or card, with a picture on either side~

1. Cut a disc 3 1/2 inches in diameter fromcardboardlike that on the back of a pad ofpaper, or use 3x5 index cards,

2. Punchholesneartheedgeof thecardboard.3. Thread string throughthe holes in the

cardboard.



4. Draw pictures on each side of the cardboardcircle. Rememberto havethepackpictureupsidedown.

5. Twirl the strings. The 2 pictures will merge

as you spin the disc.

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WhoHas the Largest Lung CapacityFill a gallonjug with water. Placeyourpalmover its mouth and turn it upside down in abasinof water. Removeyour hand. Nowinsert the end of a 2-foot rubber hose into thejug.

Whenyou blow into the tube some water isblown Out of the jug. You cantell which ofyourfriendshasthe largest lung capapcity byobservingthelevel of thewaterin thebotttleaftereach try. Tape a ruler to the outside of thebottle. Beforeyou makeyour try, it is permis-sible to inhaledeeplyseveraltimes,but all theair you blow into the tube should be blown inafter one breath and before the next breath.

The end of the hose that you blow into canbekept sanitaryby inserting a clean plastic tubeinto it aftereach person’s try.

If YOU want to know the actual volume of wateryou displaced, put your palm under the mouthof thejug andturn it over. Measurehow muchwateryou mustaddto fill thebottle.

Do you think this testshowshowmuchair youhavein your lungs? Do you think you reallyblow everylastbit of air from yourlungs? No,you do not. There is still a larger amount of airleft in the lungs. At any rate, you have a wayof comparingyour lung capacities.

Doesapersonwith thebestblowing abilityhavethelargestchestexpansion?Usea tapemeasureto measurethechestsizebeforeadeepbreathand afterit. Thedifferenceininchesis calledthechestexpansion.

Can you increase you capacity by breathing inandOut rapidlyfor afew momentsbeforeyouare tested?Canyou think of anyotherway?

Insteadof trying for arecord,just breatheOut

throughthepipeandin throughyournose. Dothis atyournormalratefor oneminute. Multi-ply by 60 thevolumeyou displacein oneminuteandyou will know theamountyouexhale(or inhale) in an hour. Calculatehowmuchair you exhalein adayor in a seventy-year lifetime.

Repeatthis lastactivity afteryou runaroundfor five minutes. You will learnhowmuchmoreair you usewhenyou exertyourselfifyou again measure the amount you exhale inoneminute.

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SeeingIs BelievingPlaceabusinesscard vertically along thedottedline betweeeachofthepicturesbelow.Put yournoseon thetop edgeofthecard.What happens?

Each eye receives a separate image. The brainmergesthesetwo imagesto makeonepicture.So the fish pops into its bowl or the spider intoits web.

A LemonCurrentYou will need:A strip of copper, a strip of zinc, a lemon, agrapefruit,or some sauerkraut. Cut the lemonin half. Putthepiecesof copperandzinc intoit, about1 inch apart. Touch the stripswithyourtongue. Do you feela little tingling?This is a very weak electric current. It won’tring abuzzeror light a lamp, but it is an elec-tric charge.

(If you haven’ta strip of zinc, try a straightenedpaperclip.) Whatreally happened?

The acid of the lemon acted upon the twometalsjust asstrongsulphuricacidactsin abattery. Sufphuricacid is too dangerous foryou to use, but the chemical action of the weakacid is the same.

You can try this experiment with grapefruit,sauerkraut, or any mildly acid food.


Lifting Pacer by BlowingWhenyou blow aboveastrip ofpaper,itmagically rises.

Materials:1 strip of paper,about1 inch (2 to 3cm) wide and6 to 8 inches(15to 20 cm) long.

Procedure:1. Grasponeendof thepaperbetweenthumb

andfinger.2. Hold thepaperjustundertheedgeof your

lower lip.3. Blow straightout andwatchthepaperrise.

This expei-imenttakealittle practice.Youmight haveto movethepaperaroundsometo find thecorrectposition.

Explanation:Air pushes on all things. Air that is movingpushes less thanair thatis notmoving. It is asif movingair is removed from the space. Whe

you blew over the paper, the air above thepaperwasmoving. Theair pushingunderthepaper was not moving, and therefore, pushedstrongeron thepaper,makingit rise.

Theeffectofmovingair is call bernouilli’sprinciple. This principlehelpsairplanesto riseoff theground. Air movesmoreslowly underthewing andpushes the plane up. Tennisplayersusethesamepriciple whentheyputspin on the ball.

ButterYour BreadMaterials: 1/2 cup of heavysweetcream

1 tablespoonof sour creamajar with lid, a spoon.

Putthesweetcreamin thejar. Add the table-spoonof sourcream. Coverthejar tightly.Shakeit until a lumpof rich butterforms. Pouroff themilky liquid. Rinseaway any remain-ing milky liquid, with cold water. With aspoon,you canpressOut any water which maybe left in thebutter. If you like saltbutter,adda pinch of salt. Whatreally happened?

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Thereis lacticacidin sourcream,andit is thisacidwhich separatedthebuterfatfrom thewateryliquid. Shakingthe jar did thework ofachurn. It formedthefat into a lump of butter.

Nowfind some crackers of a slice of bread andenjoyyourhomemadebutter. Isn’t it delicious?

TheFlattenedIndexCardBy blowing underabentindexcard,you canmakeit flat.Materials:1 indexcardProcedure:I. Fold thecardin half.2. Open the card and place it on a table near

theedge.3. Placeyourmouthevenwith the table and

blow underthecard.4. Watch what happens to the card.Explanation:Moving air pushes less than static air. The airabovethecardis not moving and pushes downon thecard. When you blew underthecard,theair below it wasmoving. Theair abovethecardwaspushingstrongeron the card,causingit to flatten.

Magical VoicesThis experiment is great fun if a group of fiveor moreis present.Eachpersonspeaksinto abottle of liquid, andthempassesthebottle tothenextperson. At somepoint, thecolor oftheliquid will change.Materials: 1 bottle phenolred (availablein

drugstoresorpoolsupply stores)1 box bakingsoda1 cupwater1 clearjarwith lid, thejar should

hold at least2 cups(16 ozor 1/2liter)

1. Pour 1 cup ofwater into thejar.2. Add 2 to 3 dropsof phenolredto thewater.

Swirl thejar. thecolor shouldbe red. If itisn’t, add ito 2 small pinchesofbakingsodauntil thesolution is light red.

3. Passthejar from onepersonto another.Each personshould hold the bottle closetothemouthand talk into thebottle. A goodphraseis “HocusPocus. Make thecolorchangenow.” Coverthetop, thenswirl thejar. Passthebottle to thenextperson.

4. After a few peoplespeakinto thejar, thecolor will turn orangeand thenabrightyellow if morepeopletalk. Keep speakinginto thejar until the color changes.

If you areby yourself, you can still do thistrick.1. Do steps1 and 2 above.2. Blow through a strawinto the liquid. Keep

blowing until thecolorchanges.3. To maketheyellow turn red again,add 1 or

2 pinchesof bakingsoda.

Explanation:Phenolred is adye thatchangescolorunderacidic or basicconditions. Whensomeonespeaksorblows,carbondioxideis exhaled.Carbon dioxide mixes with the water andmakesit acidic.

People with swimmingpoolsusephenolred tomakecertainthewateris safefor swimming.Adding Chlorineto thewatermakesit acidic.

A BottleandMarblePour some sand into a wide-mouthed bottle.Place a piece of cardboard about 5 cm squareover the mouth of the bottle. Set the marble onthe cardboard and then tap the edge of thecardboard.If the experiment is successful andit may requirepractice,the cardboard will beset in motion andwill go flying off while theinertia of the marble causes it to drop into thebottle.


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SHOWMANTherearethreedistinctsectionsof the Showmanbadge: puppetry,music anddrama.Fulfilling therequirementsfor only one of the sections willqualify aboy for theShowmanbadge.

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Have a story telling session. Have each boycome preparedto tell the best truelife storyheknowsaboutsomethingthathappenedto him-self, or a friend orfamily member.This is aimportanceof good listening and the value ofsharingideas.

2. Tell a funny or silly story andjust as you getinto the plot, askthe boy next to you to con-tinue the story for a while. Let him carryit fora while andpass it on to the next boy. It willbe whacky for sure. It is fun to see the plotjump around,changeandbounce back again.

3. Do aseriesof pantomimesor charades. Divideinto teams.Have prepared basic andcrazycategoriesto actOut like U.S. Presidents,cur-rentsongtitles, rapmusictitles, sportsfiguresand names of school teachers or principals.The kids will have fun!

4. Try to find a very simple but easy to do “oldmelodrama”with the villain in black and sweetheroines etc. andsee if the boys can do itpantomimeusingsignsascuesto theaudi-ence. Emphasizebody languageandexag-

geratedfacialexpressionsto communicatetheideas. It could be real crazy andfun.

5. The den could produce a video, one with astoryor not, demonstrating an activity or skifiorjustaboutanything. It couldbenarratedandcould be good entertainmentfor a packmeeting.

6. Scoutslike silly or gross songs. (Songs abouteatingworms,etc. are great.) Theyhave agood collection of the ones they like, you justneed to hit their “go” button anduse lots ofenthusiasm.


7. Record fun and silly sounds like the washingmachine running, paper bags bursting, toiletsflushing andmakinganimalnoise imitations.With this “whacky” collection of sounds, havethem weave a story line or have some onenarrate astory with soundeffectstelling thestory. It will bring many laughs.

8, Havea fashionshow. Thiscanbe quitehilari-ous if performedfor others to watch. Dividethe group into teams of 4 persons each. Giveeach team a bundle of newspapers andapack-age of pins. They select one person for theirteamto be the model. The others dress him inanewspapercostume,tearingthe paper wherenecessaryand pinning the pieces in place. Donotprovide scissors.The most sensationalcostume wins theprize.

9. Teachtheboysthebasicsof planningandexecutingwhatit takesto do acampfirecer-emony.Havethemandotherleadersbringanyideastheyhavefor skits,run-ons,songs,sto-ries ormagic tricks. Selectadento planaprogramand select a narrator. Tell them thatthe intensity of the program that they plan“follows the fire”. Like the fire which slowlybuilds, let the program build, and the laughterbuild, perhaps having your high point event(funniest or most interesting) in the middle.Like the fire, afterthis event, the programslowly windsdown to a quietertone. It couldend with a meaningful song or Cubmaster’sminute.

1O.At a campfire,take along a poncho and somemarkers.StretchOut the poncho for a stage andlet some Scouts make somesimple “campfire”puppets by drawing eyes, eyebrows, etc. ontheir hands and using their hands as puppets.

l1.You could try some “campfire musical instru-ments” like a pocket combwith paper simulat-ing kazoos or try coffee cans as percussion orplaying stretched out rubber bands or popbottles.

PACK ACTIVITIES

1. Invite a high school drama teacher or localtheatricalpersonto cometo speakordemonstrate.



2. Have a clown or magician cometo performand demonstratesometechniques.

3. InviteyourlocalBoy Scoutpatrolto comeandperforma seriesof short skits. They usuallyhave collected a good number of fun ones thattheyreally enjoydoing.

4. Build a puppet stageOut of cardboard boxesandtry somethinginventivelike makingpup-petsOut ofold whitesocks,markers,gluedfelt,etc.

5. Have the Scoutswrite a shortone- act play,preferably about something that they like andarefamiliar with like a local sportshero or auniqueoutingor trip they have taken.

6. Takeafield trip to one of the local live theaters:Folly Theater 300 W12th KCMOTheaterfor Young AmericaRio Theater 7204 W80th Overland ParkKSMissouriRepertory Theater 4949 Cherry

KCMOThe Coterie Theater Crown Center KCMO

7. Tell you Cubmasterthatyourdenwill volun-teerto do aseriesofrun-on’sataPackmeeting(especiallyameetingthatneedssomesparkle).He will probably appreciate the idea verymuch. Even thou “run-on’s” are short andeasyto do, you will want to practice severaltimes. The most important things to teach theScouts here are projecting their voices so thecrowd can hear and stage presence (that “ham-it-up” ability to communicate the feeling).

8. Plan a trip to the Renaissance Festival, BonnerSprings, KS (usually in September). Itis fullof all kinds of entertainment, songs, skits,magic and drama.

SPORTSMAN

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Invite a coach to talk about sportsmanship2. Attendahigh schoolfootball/baseballgame.3. Assign the scoutsan Olympic event(gym-

nastics,swimming,luge,fencing,equestrianetc.). Have them find Out the following:

a. How someone gets on a team.b. Rules for the event.c. How its run.d. The rules.

4. Go bowling (belt loop).5. Go fishing (belt loop).6. Makeatie slide. (SeeTie Slidessectionsof

the Craftschapter.)

GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP

The ability to abide by the rules, to win withoutboastingandtolosewithout offering excusesisthe essence of goodsportsmanship. Sportsman-ship requires honesty, fair play,cooperation,competitive spirit, respect for authority andrules,acceptance of responsibility and respectfor others. A real sportsman follows theserulesin each game, but also in his/herlife.Goodsportsmanshipis partof goodcitizen-ship. For example,to loseaclasselectiongracefully. The following is the code of sports-manship of the Sportsmanship Brotherhood.

1) Keep the rules.2) Keep faith with yourcomrade.3) Keep your temper.4) Keep yourselfphysically fit.5) Keep a stout heartin defeat.6) Keepyourprideundercontrolin victory.7) Keep a sound soul, a clean mind anda

healthy body.8) Play the game.


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GAMES

Frisbee baseball - Ultimate belt loopPlayed according to regular baseball rules. Thepitcher throws the frisbee toward the “batter”who then catches it. If hemisses it, it is a strikeand if it is outside the strike zone, itis aball.The “batter”, who has made a good catch, thenthrowsthefrisbee and proceeds around thebases,If it is caught the”batter” is out. Therest of the game follows baseballrules.

Snorts CardsMake a set of lOx 10 inch cards. On one sideput a copy of theofficial signals for the game(football, basketball, hockey,baseball, soccer,etc.) of your choice. Onthe other side put anexplanation of what the call means. The gamecanbe played severalways.1. Hold up the picture andaskfor the propercall.2. Read theexplanation of the call and ask for

its name.3. Execute the call and ask for its name.4. This gamecan be played asa competition:

a. Divide den(s) into two teams andgive

one point to the first person to guess theanswer.

b. Divide den(s) into two teams andassigneach team a sport and show each team acard for its sport. Each team will have adifferent sport. The first teamto get theanswer get a point.

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1. Cutapieceofwood9”x 12’x 1/2”.2. Bevel edges 1” outward.3. Sand, stainand varnishwood.4. Go to a storethat sells spoilscards. Buy

threeplexiglass (hard)cardholders 3 1/2” x 5.5. Screwthese onto the plaque as shown.6. Insertsomefavoritesportscards and tighten

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TRAVELER

DEN ACTIVITIES

1. Visit county, stateor national parks.2. Tàkeabus or train trip.3. Visit historic sitesnearby.4. Visit a travelagency or automobile clue office

and find out what they do.5. Calculate costand speedof a plane trip.6. Makecar first aidkits.7. Visit a train depot, bus terminal,or airport, to

see inside operations.8. Discusstimetables andhow to read them.9. Haveaspeedcontestoflocatingspecificdes-

tinationsandhowto getthere,usingmapsandtimetables.

l0.Teachproperpackingofsuitcase.Afterwards,have speed contest, stressingneatness as wellas speed.

ll.Locate points of interest on city andstatehighwaymaps.

l2.Preparea list of travel agenciesandtranspor-tation mediaavailablein yourarea.

l3.Make tie slides. See Tie Slides section of theCraftschapter.

Discover the U.S.A.Write to a state. Ask for information. Each statewill send you something.

AlaskaDivision of TourismState of AlaskaPouch EJuneau, AK 99811

CaliforniaOffice of Tourism1121 L Street

Suite 103Sacramento, CA 95814



ColoradoTravel MarketingSectionColorado Division of Commerce and Develop-ment1313ShermanSt., Room500Denver, CO 80203

District of ColumbiaWashingtonAreaConventionand Visitor’s As-sociation1129 20th Street,N.W.Washington,D.C. 20036

FloridaDivision of TourismFloridaDepartmentof Commerce107 West Gaines StreetTallahassee, FL 32304

HawaiiHawaiiVisitor’s BureauP. 0. Box 8527Honolulu, HI 96815

KansasTouristDivisionKansasDepartmentof EconomicDevelopment503 Kansas AvenueTopeka, KS 66603

MissouriMissouri Division of TourismP. 0. Box 1055Jefferson City, MO65101

NebraskaDivision of Travel and TourismNebraskaDepartmentof Economic DevelopmentP. 0. Box 94666Lincoln, NB 68509

New JerseyOffice of Tourismand PromotionDepartmentof Labor and IndustryP.O. Box 400Trenton,NJ 08625

New YorkTravel BureauNewYork State Department of Commerce99 Washington AvenueAlbany, NY 12245

OklahomaTourismPromotionDivisionOklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department500 Will Rogers BuildingOklahoma City, OK 73105

TexasTexas Tourist Development AgencyBox 12008, Capitol StationAustin,TX 78711

VirginiaVirginia State Travel Service

6 North Sixth StreetRichmond, VA 23219

WashingtonTravel Development DivisionDepartmentof Commerce and Economic Devel-opmentGeneral Administration Bldg.

Olympia, WA98504

Train InformationAmtrak2200 MainKansas City, MO. 641081-800-872-7245

Bus InformationJohnson County Transit9601 AldenRd.Lenexa,KS 662159 13/541-8450

KansasCity Area Transportation Authority1200E 18thKansas City, MO. 64108816/221-0660


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Sampleletter


I am studying the United States. I am interested in

receiving information about your state. I especially want to

know about Opportunities for recreation. I would also like

information about the climate, economy, and history.

Thank you for giving attention to my request.

Yours truly,



Planning a Trip in the U.S.A.

TheUnited Statesis full of exciting things to see and do. There are natural wonders andman-madewonders. Almosteverysection of the countryholds a special site or activity. You mayalreadyknowthe answers to some of the following questions. If not, use the clues and a mapto find them.

l.In what stateis Old Faithful? 1.

(It is south of Montana and north of Colorado.)2.Wherewould you find Niagara Falls? 2.

(It is knowasthe “Empire State”.)3.Carlsbad Caverns, the largest caves ever 3.discovered,arein whatstate?(It bordersMexico’ andis justwestof Texas.)

4.Whereis HersheyChocolateWorld? 4.(It is betweenOhio and NewJersey.)

5.Wherewould you go to visit PearlHarbor? 5.(It’s an islandstate.)

6.In whatstatewould you find the Painted 6.Desert?(It’s in the same state as Phoenix.)

7.Wherewould you be ableto seeMt. Rushmore? 7.(This stateis north of Nebraska, east ofWyoming.)

8.GlacierNationalParkis an icy wonderland. 8.(It’s in astatethatbordersCanadaandisjust westof NorthDakota.)

9.Theysaythe Pilgrimslandedat PlymouthRock. 9.(It’s in thesamestateasBoston.)

lO.Mount St. Helensis a lively volcanoin what 10.state? (It is foundin the northwestcorneroftheU.S.)

1 1.DisneyWorld is amajorattractionin this 11.state. (This statehaslots ofbeaches.)

12.Inwhat statewould you find Pike’s Peak? 12.(It’s westofKansas.)

13.Wherewill you find theGoldenGateBridge? 13.(Homeof the49’ers.)

Answers:1.Wyoming2.NewYork 3.NewMexico4.Pennsylvania5.Hawaii6.Arizona7.SouthDakota8.Montana9.Massachusetts10.Washington1 1.Florida~l2.Colorado13.Caiifornia



TravelingActivity

OurfabulouslywealthyCubmasterhasofferedeachofyou $1,000,on theconditionthat you spenditon atrip in theU.S.A. You arelimited to two weeksandmustspendatleast$900ofyourgift. You mayspendno morethan$1,000.

Ask theboyswheretheywould like to go andmakealist of activities. Takethis list andassignacostto eachitem. (Make sureto includesomeactivitiesthat arefree!) Entertheactivities on theitinerarysheet.

Ratesfor travelexpenses,accommodations,andfoodaregiven.Useamapto determinedistances.Then,usingthetables,chooseyourmeansoftransportation,andcalculateyourtravel timeandexpense.Enterthis informationontheitinerarysheet.Traveltimemustbetakeninto account.Forexample,if you spendall dayon thetraingoingfrom Bostonto Miami, you will notbeableto planany activitiesfor thatday.If you spendthenight on a trainorabus,you do nothaveto pay foraccommodationsthatnight. Youmay notdrive all-night or spendthenight in yourcar,and,for thepurposesof this game,therearenoall-nightairplaneflights, Youmustmakearrangementsto returnto yourstartingpointby theendofthelastday of your trip.

You mustmakearrangementsfor sleepingaccommodationsevery night. Seethe tablesfor differentpossibilitiesandCosts. Enteryourchoiceson theitinerarysheet.

Youmusteatthreemealsadayon yourtrip. A snackmaybe substitutedforone,andonly one,mealperday. Calculateeatingexpensesandenterthemon theitinerarysheet.

Entertotal daily expensesin thefar righthandcolumnof the itinerarysheet.Whenyou havefinishedplanningyourtrip, addthedaily totals to determinethecostof yourentiretrip.

After you haveplannedyourtrip, haveyourboyspreparea suitcase,determinedby thekind of tripplanned.

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Activities List

Item Cost Item Cost

Travel:

Tables

Modeairtrainrentedcar

bus

Food ExDenses:formalrestaurantinexpensiverestaurantcookingwhile campingoutsnack

Costper100 miles$12.00$10.00$10.00 (per day and..

$. lopermile)$ 6.00 (ora two week

passfor $200)

$10.00$ 2.00$ 1.50$ .75

Time per• 100 miles

15 minutes1 1/2hours2 hoUrs

2 1/2hours

Accommodations:Hotel*inexpensivemotel*campingOut

Ratesoer day$ 25.00$ 10.00$ 5.00 (coversrentingequipment)

* You must checkin after noon on the dayyou arrive, and check out before noon on

the dayyou leave.)


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Follow theSigns


Signshavedifferentuses,somegiveorders.Thesesignsareusuallyin circles. A line acrossasymbolon thesesignsmeans“no” or“not allowed.” Othersignsgive warnings. Thesesignsare usuallyindiamondsor triangles. Studythesesigns.Write whateachmeans.

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