Note: As each den is called forward, the first person to cross over is the den leader who will welcome them to the other side. If you want to put on neckerchiefs or give them a small present, it would be done when they are on the other side. The Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster stand on the entry side to hand the boys their new books and congratulate them on a successful year in scouting! Tigers to Wolf – Wolf Blood Call den ___ , their parent’s and den leaders forward. During the last year you have worked as a Tiger-Parent team. Like Shera Kahn the Tiger in the Jungle Book, you have survived your first year in Cub Scouting. Indeed, you have thrived and now must take the next step in Cub Scouting to become a Wolf. The Wolf is a fast, intelligent, and cunning creature with powerful jaws, keen hearing and an awesome sense of smell. They are awesome stalkers and hunters of game. Even for all of their ferociousness, they work as a team to accomplish their tasks and achieve their goals. You will need these traits in the coming year as you further your skills in Cub Scouting. Before crossing over to start your year as a Wolf, you must first become one with the spirit of the Wolf. This is done by drinking the blood of the Wolf and letting your spirit and the spirit of the Wolf become one. This is accomplished by drinking this red cool-aid that represents Wolf blood (Hand each a cup with red cool aid in it). Let the Wolf Pack cross over into the world of the Wolf! (Cross Bridge) PACK 1978; YOUR NEWEST WOLF’S!!! Wolf to Bear – Bear Meat Call den ___ , their parent’s and den leaders forward. During the last year you have worked on earning your Wolf badge, belt loops and arrow points and learned more about scouting. Like Baloo the Bear in the Jungle Book, you have grow in knowledge and leadership in Cub Scouting. It is now time for you to take the next step in Cub Scouting to become a Bear. The Bear is a strong, intelligent, and protective animal with powerful jaws and muscles, sharp claws and an awesome sense of smell. They are great foragers and hunters of game. They are well respected, not only for their size and strength, but also for their wisdom. They are considered to be the king of the forest. As a small cub, Bears try out many new skills to develop the wisdom that will enable them to be leaders in the forest. They use their strength, power and skills to accomplish their tasks and achieve their goals. You will need these traits in the coming year as you further your skills and enhance your wisdom in Cub Scouting. Before crossing over to start your year as a Bear, you must first become one with the spirit of the Bear. This is done by eating the flesh of the Bear and letting your spirit and the spirit of the Bear become one. This is accomplished by eating a piece of jerky that represents Bear flesh (Hand each a piece of jerky). Let the Bears cross over into the kingdom of the Bear! (Cross Bridge) PACK 1978; YOUR NEWEST BEAR’S!!! Bear to Webelos - Broken Arrow Call den ___ , their parent’s and den leaders forward.
You and your family have worked together to develop the skills of the Wolf and Bear. Together, you have strengthened your family and the Scouting Family. You will now start on the Trail of the Webelos; your goal is the Arrow of Light.
This group of arrows represents you, your family, your adult Scouting Leaders, the Pack, and the Chartering Organization. Without any of these people, Scouting would not be strong. Take this group of arrows. Together, as a group, the arrows are strong.
Each arrow represents one of you. When your arrow remains in the group, the strength of the group is added to it. Without any of the other members, Scouting will break as easily as I break this arrow.
(Break each boy's arrow over his shoulder. Hand the point to the parents and the fletched end to the boy.)
Parents, you have received the head of the arrow. This signifies that you and the Webelos Leaders will guide these scouts over the next two years.
New Webelos, you have received the flight feathers. This signifies your travels during the next two years. Your journey will end in two years with most of you reaching the Arrow of Light. At the end of that journey, you will have enabled this arrow to fly straight and true again when you achieve your Arrow of Light.
(Cross Bridge)
You have shown yourselves worthy of joining our Webelos den by working hard through the ranks of Wolf and Bear. We would now like to present to you the new parts of your Cub Scout uniform. (Webelos den leader presents parts as they are explained.) (Den Leader) please remove their neckerchiefs and replace them with the Webelos neckerchief. Next, place the Webelos badge of colors on their right shoulder. These colors will tell everyone that you are an older boy preparing for the adventures of Boy Scouting. The badge of colors will hold the activity badges that you earn as you explore some of the 20 Webelos activities with your den. PACK 1978; YOUR NEWEST WEBELOS I’S!!! Webelos I to Webelos II – Compass Presentation Call den ___ , their parent’s and den leaders forward.
ARRANGEMENT: Have the participants stand in line facing the pack. Present the Webelos their compasses. As Cubmaster reads, the participants step forward as they are mentioned.
CUBMASTER:
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I am Akela, the leader of the pack.
Akela leads the Cubs and guides them down the track.
Since the Cub Scout trail goes far and wide,
Akela's Compass is your guide.
The compass needle points to North.
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His Den Leader stands here, of course.
Who'll walk with him/her along the way,
Like a Compass needle, (s)he'll never stray.
To the East in full array.
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His Webelos Den, like break of day.
The radiance of eagerness fills the skies.
The spirit of adventure in their eyes.
To the Scout his Den Chief beams.
A Boy Scout filled with boyhood dreams.
He takes the Webelos by the hand.
Alive with action-they rule the land.
There is one more thing we're going to need,
To complete my compass for me to read.
It's the center point where the needle lies.
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It's Mom and Dad in whom he relies.
No, I read my compass and set the course.
The rest is up to him, of course.
If you'll follow me along the trail.
With my compass in hand, how can we fail?
(Cross Bridge)
PACK 1978; YOUR NEWEST WEBELOS I’S!!! 
Arrow of Light Ceremony
Note: Ideally, this ceremony should be performed in an outdoor campfire setting; for example, at a pack picnic. This allows for a more natural feel as well as for the use of torches, firepots, and other "special effects". If an indoor setting is preferred by the pack, candles should be used in place of smudge pots. The tokens called for in the ceremony can be provided by either the team or the pack. The team should have something prepared in case the pack doesn't (an arrow with a felt banner, leather thong bolo, etc.). The team needs to make sure (via the Webelos leader) that the Cubs participating in the ceremony know and can recite the Scout Oath and Law as they are called upon to say both in the ceremony. When performing the speaking parts, memorization is important, but also try to become familiar enough with the part so the words come out naturally.
Also, since this ceremony doesn't tie in with any Order of the Arrow induction ceremony, sashes should NOT be worn.
Arrow of Light Ceremony
(The three principles (Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster, Committee Chairman) enter from the rear and take their positions: Cubmaster at the North, Assistant Cubmaster at the West and Chairman at the east.)
Cubmaster: (Pausing for a moment to look out among the pack)
Cub Scouts, leaders, parents and guests; my fellow leaders, Mr. Perdue, Mr. Torres, the Guide, and I, Mr. Bellew, the Cubmaster, bring you greetings and salutations. We have come before you tonight to fulfill a prophecy spoken in the legends of our Pack.
Assistant Cubmaster: The words of the prophecy say that in the springtime of each year, young boys will be found who have met the challenges of Akela and are ready to become Boy Scouts. My colleagues and I have watched our pack and have found such boys among you. We have come to present them with the highest honor: the Arrow of light. But before this can happen, they must take a journey through their memories.
Chairman: Many years ago, you started in this Cub Scout Pack. The first challenges you encountered were from the Tiger Den. As you met them, you learned what it means to be a Cub, the Law of the Pack, the Tiger Cub motto - Search, Discover, Share, and the three words that would inspire you to meet all other challenges: Do Your Best. (Light firepot or candle) Having started on the trail, you next crossed over to the Wolf den. Here you were met with twelve challenges, harder than the Tiger tests, but with the cleverness of the wolf itself, you met them and continued on your journey. (Light firepot or candle)
Assistant Cubmaster: Now the trail became darker and fainter as you came to the Bear den. Again twelve challenges were presented before you. As you met them, your knowledge grew and your spirit strengthened. It was this strength of spirit, like the bear, that prompted you to move onward. (Light firepot or candle)
Cubmaster: As you neared the summit, you crossed over into the Webelos den. The time of your testing had begun. In the Webelos den you began to learn about Scouting. Just as you learned the ways of the Cub Scout as a Bobcat, Wolf, and Bear, as a member of the Webelos den you would learn the ways of the Boy Scout. (Light firepot or candle)
In time, you earned the Webelos badge, blazing the rest of the trail on your own. Now at last you have reached the summit and the end of this journey.
(To other principles) Let the Arrow of Light be conferred upon them.
Chairman: (to Cubmaster) Wait! Before receiving this most high honor, they must hear its legend so they may understand and appreciate what they are to receive.
Cubmaster: (to Assistant Cubmaster) Mr. Torres, let the legend of the Arrow of Light be known to all present.
Assistant Cubmaster: (Moves forward) In the ages past, when the Nations of the red man spread across the land, there was a young member of one tribe called Akela. Akela wished to be a warrior as the older men of his tribe were, but no one would consider him so. "Little Akela, he is too young to join the hunt," they would say. "Too slow to run with the Bobcat clan. Not clever enough to hunt with the Wolf clan. Such a young one is not strong enough to join the Bear clan." No matter how hard Akela worked, all ways were barred to him. But the Aged Chieftain of the tribe saw Akela differently than the rest. "The spirit of this young one burns brighter than the largest fire. Akela has served his brethren well for one of his age. The time will come when the tribe will need only that which Akela can give."
One night in the fall during the harvest, a party of warriors was canoeing back to their village after a hunt. On this night, the fog rolled thick across the river. The fog was so heavy; the river path back to the village was hidden from view. A nearby river path to the right led to a roaring chasm. The warriors did not know the safe path to take and were trapped.
Akela had been practicing his hunting skills in the hills above the river and had seen the danger to the canoe. He wrapped an arrow in a skin, set it aflame, and shot it into the sky toward the safe river path. The warriors in the canoe saw the flaming arrow through the fog and followed it toward the safe river path and the village.
The warriors went to the Chieftain saying, "We were trapped on the river and the High Father sent an Arrow of Light through the sky to guide us." The Chieftain smiled and said, "The sign which led you to safety came not from the heavens but from one who you thought was too young to do anything." He brought Akela forward to the surprise of the warriors.
"Akela has proved himself worthy to wear the name of warrior. He has aided his brothers in their time of greatest need. Hereafter, all young members of our tribe shall become warriors only after meeting the challenges of the Arrow of Light. Let them each be filled with the spirit of Akela and follow his example of unselfish service to our brethren." And it was made so and carried through to the present day as you Webelos stand before us now, ready to receive the Arrow of Light.
Chairman: Will the following Webelos and their parents please stand before us as your names are called. (As the Chairman recites or reads names, the Assistant Cubmaster should direct Webelos to make a line across the stage. Parents should stand behind their son(s).)
Cubmaster: Before this honor is conferred upon you, I must see your devotion to the high ideals of Scouting. Therefore, I ask you all now to raise your right hand to the Scout sign and repeat with me, the Scout Oath and Law.
(Raises hand in the sign of the Boy Scout (followed by other principles and Webelos) and recites Scout Oath and Law with other principles (Assistant Cubmaster and Chairman) and the Webelos who will be awarded the Arrow of Light)
Chairman: Having met all of its challenges, it is our duty and privilege to award you with the highest Cub Scout honor: the Arrow of Light.
(To parents) Because of the support and guidance you have given these boys, I give the Arrow of Light to you to present to them. (moves to the front and gives the Arrow of Light card and/or patch to the parents who then present it to their son(s).)
Assistant Cubmaster: The Cubmaster, Chairman, and I also present you with this token from your pack. (or say our tribe if your team supplied the tokens) Keep this in remembrance of this occasion. (Moves forward and presents each Webelos with a token. As he presents the tokens, the Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster, and Chairman congratulate each Webelos with the Scout Handshake)
(Light Large Burning Arrow)
Cubmaster: Once again, I congratulate you on your achievements. Having finished the work for which we were called to do, we now depart this gathering of our pack. Before we go, I would remind you to keep Akela's spirit alive. Let it ignite a spark within each of you that will fan into a fire as you grow.
We challenge all of the younger boys present to continue on your trails and strive to reach the summit and the Arrow of Light. MAY THE GREAT MASTER OF ALL SCOUTS BE WITH YOU UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.
PACK 1978! YOUR NEW ARROW OF LIGHT RECIPIENTS!!!
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USING FIRE IN CEREMONIES
Using fire in Cub Scout ceremonies adds a lot to the overall effect! There is nothing quite like a roaring campfire in the great outdoors! However, you MUST take care with little boys running around the fire. Responsible adults should ensure that actions around or near the campfire as well as the fire itself if CLOSELY supervised. Fire fighting equipment MUST be on hand!!!
According to the “Guide to Safe Scouting,” “The use of liquid fuels for starting any type of fire is prohibited.” Also, “The Boy Scouts of America prohibits the securing, use, and display of fireworks in conjunction with programs and activities except where the fireworks display is conducted under the auspices of a certified or licensed fireworks control expert.”
There are many types of items that you can use to put pizzazz into your ceremonies using fire:
OUTDOORS
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Smudge pots – large cans with toilet paper in them make a great lighting effect for the ceremonies. Ensure that dry debris is cleared around the area being used for the smudge pots and that the boys stay away from them while they are lit.
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Torch – a long stick wrapped on the end with a thick layer of burlap and bailing wire can be used to light the smudge pots or arrow of light.
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Burning Arrow of Light – make a large Arrow of Light out of dead wood and wrap it in burlap and bailing wire makes for a memorable Arrow of Light ceremony.
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Campfire – a campfire that is burning during a night time ceremony is very dramatic and adds to the ceremony experience.
INDOORS
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Candles – Use candles and turn off the lights to make the ceremony more memorable.
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Fake Campfire – Make a campfire using wood and secure it using screws with a computer fan in the middle and twinkle lights on the inside and middle to simulate fire.
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CUBMASTER MINUTE
The Cubmaster Minute is just like The Scoutmaster Minute, only it is geared for the younger boys of a Cub Scout Pack. The Cubmaster Minute is a parting thought relayed to the boys in the form of a story. It usually relates a memorable character trait that we wish to impart upon the boys or tells of a moral ideal that we wish the boys to remember. Telling the Cubmaster Minute in the form of a story ensures that the boys remember what it is you are trying to relay to them for a long time to come. Scoutmaster Minutes can be altered toward a younger group of boys to great effect.
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RESOURCES
There are literally thousands of ceremonies that have been thought up and conducted that are published on the Internet and in books.
PUBLICATIONS
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Guide to Safe Scouting – Boy Scouts of America
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Your Flag – Everything You Want to Know About the Flag of the United States of America – Boy Scouts of America
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Group Meeting Sparklers – Ideas to Brighten Any Meeting – Boy Scouts of America
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Cub Scout Songbook – Boy Scouts of America
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Footsteps of the Founder – Lord Baden-Powell – Edizioni Scout & Nuova Fiodaliso
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The Scoutmaster Minute – Your Handbook for Inspiring Moments – Ron Wendel
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Cub Scout Ceremonies for Dens and Packs – Boy Scouts of America
INTERNET
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www.usscouts.org
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www.scoutlink.org
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www.scoutsongs.com
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www.geocities.com/cybercubber/ (Virtual Cub Leader’s Handbook)
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www.cubmaster.org/
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usscouts.org/bbugle.asp
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www.macscouter.com
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www.scoutingthenet.com
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www.scoutxing.com/
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www.insanescouter.com
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usscouts.org/smminute.asp
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http://www.scoutorama.com/
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www.scouting.org/nav/enter.jsp?s=xx&c=ds&terms=flag
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www.geocities.com/~Pack215/ceremonies.html#misc
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http://my.dmci.net/~dmanchester/default.htm
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www.wtsmith.com/rt/ceremonies.html
OTHER RESOURCES
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Cub Scout Roundtables
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Cub Scout Pow Wows
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University of Scouting
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Workshops
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Planning Meetings
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