Scout
Law: Obedient
A
Scout is obedient. A Scout follows the rules of his family,
school, and pack. He obeys the laws of his community and
country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries
to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying
them.
Theme:
Wheel Into Summer
Summer
is a great time to get outside and hop on your wheels. Bikes,
skateboards, scooters, and roller blades give us the freedom to move
about. However, with that freedom comes the responsibility to use our
wheels safely and follow the rules. Consider having a bike rodeo as
part of your pack meeting.
Gathering
Activity: Bike License Plate
Materials:
Aluminum pie plates, scissors, old magazines, pen/pencil, permanent
markers, ice pick/awl, twine
Cut a 3”x5” piece of aluminum from
the pie plate. Place it on an old magazine, so there is some “give”
underneath it when pressed upon. Using a pen or pencil, press the
name onto the aluminum. Use the markers to color the plate. Punch a
hole in both of the top corners with the ice pick or awl. Cut a
piece of twine to about 12”. Attach the license plate to the bike
by threading the twine through the holes and knotting the ends. Cut
off any excess twine. Ride with pride!
Opening
Ceremony: Wheels
Materials:
Cards with corresponding pictures on one side, lines to speak on the
other.
#1: “W” is for “Wheeling”
Into Summer as you know. And using wheels in safety is what we want
to show.
#2: “H” will stand for Helmet-
which everyone must wear. It keeps your brain protected- you need to
have a care.
#3: “E” reminds us you are Eager-
but don't forget to see, you have on all the right gear- whatever it
might be, to give the right protection to your shin, your hands, your
knee.
#4: The second “E” reminds you
that Everyone must know, how to ride upon their wheels- so practice
before you go!
#5: “L” must stand for Learning-
be sure to learn the rules, before you go out riding, you to have the
tools!
#6: “S” stands for Safety, and a
happy Summer too- to play and ride in Safety is the best thing you
can do!
CM: Looks like these boys are ready
for a Safe Summer- we hope this will be a safe summer for this
country as well. Please join us in saluting the symbol of our
country, our Flag.
Song:
Cub Bike Rodeo
Tune:
Jingle Bells
Hopping on my bike, with my helmet on,
Down the street I go, peddling fast
not slow.
Waving to my friends, grab your bikes,
let's go!
Peddle on to have some fun at our bike
rodeo!
Chorus:
Cubs on bikes, Cubs on bikes, riding
is such fun.
With helmets on for safety, it's fun
for everyone.
Cubs on bikes, Cubs on bikes, riding
is such fun.
Join the Cub bike rodeo, it's for
everyone!
Advancement
Ceremony: Bicycle Safety
Materials:
Pictures or props to represent each step
CM: Bike riding is a staple of
childhood, a rite of passage into the world of motion, and the
freedom of being able to go where you want to. As a bike rider, you
must follow certain rules to truly enjoy your adventurous trail
safely. And the first basic rule is to have a helmet, and wear it
properly (Show helmet or picture). It's like that in Scouting too.
The Bobcat must learn the basics of Scouting, and show that he knows
how to salute, give the Cub Handshake and say the Scout Oath and Law.
Tonight we want to recognize (boy's name) for completing the
requirements to earn his Bobcat rank. Please come forward with your
parents. Don't ever forget to wear your helmet on the rest of the
Scouting trail!
CM:
As you travel along on your bike, you need to follow the rules to
keep out of trouble and be safe. Bike riders are to follow the same
rules as car drivers- when you see this sign (hold up One Way sign)
you need to go the right way. In Scouting, the Bobcat also has only
one way to go- towards earning the Wolf rank. By completing the Wolf
Adventures, (name of boy) has traveled farther along the Scouting
trail. Please come forward with your parents. Remember to keep
heading in the right direction and follow the rules of the Scouting
trail!
CM: (hold up Stop sign) As you
continue on the Scouting trail, you have stopped to develop your
abilities and learn some new skills on the path to the Bear rank.
CM: (hold up Railroad Crossing sign)
As you travel the Scouting trail as a Webelos, you are learning the
skills to get you ready to cross over the tracks to the Boy Scout
program.
CM: (hold up Keep Right sign) Now
that you have earned the Arrow of Light, be sure to keep right by
always following the 12 points of the Scout Law.
Other
Advancement Ideas
*Use
a drawing of a bicycle with the parts labeled – relate the parts to
the steps in earning various awards and advancements.
*Use
a bike tool kit with its very special tools to the special steps on
the Scout trail and have each piece relate to advancements, awards,
or to being prepared to continue on the Scouting Trail.
*Use
a bike that is the wrong height for a Cub Scout – As you adjust the
seat and handlebars, you can relate that to the way the Scouting
program is age and skill based, step-by-step according to ability.
Just as the seat height needs to be right, the Tiger Cub program is
based on a boy and his adult partner. (If using for Advancement, call
up Tiger Cubs or Bobcats at this time) At the same time, you would be
reinforcing the need for each boy to have a bike that is adjusted to
be safe for him. Other parts that could be “tested” and adjusted
would be the brakes, a low tire, and lubricating the bike. (Make sure
that the person doing the adjusting knows how to do it, and has
rehearsed the various steps)
Cheers
Hand
signals cheer: Make a hand
signal (left turn, right turn, stop). Audience yells out what the
signal stands for.
Wheel
Cheer: “That was wheely
good!”
Squeaky
Wheel Applause: Hold out your
arm, bent at the elbow. Make a motion like a wheel going around, and
say “squeak, squeak, squeak.”
Flat
Tire Cheer: “Pump, pump,
pump!”
Skit:
The Hill
Set
up: Two cubs on a tandem bike
(or carrying a cardboard cut-out/picture of a two-seater), wearing
helmets.
#1: Look at that hill! (both pretend
to bike up the hill, huffing and puffing)
#1: (at the top of the hill) That
was a tough hill, but we made it!
#2: Yeah! Luckily, I had my hand on
the brake. Otherwise, we would have rolled all the way down!
Closing
Ceremony:
Set
up: Seven Cubs, either with real bikes, one real bike, or just
pretending to do the motions they talk about. A chart showing the
parts of a Bike – that need oiling or greasing.
CM:
We’re watching some Cub Scouts who have just had a wonderful day
out on the bike trail. Let’s see if they remember some important
things….
#1:
What a FUN ride! Now that we’ve finished our bike ride, we better
make sure our bikes will be ready to go the next time we go out.
#2:
That was a muddy trail – so I’m going to wash off and rinse my
bike and wipe it dry.
#3:
I noticed my tire is a little low. I’m going to put some air in
now, so I’ll be ready to roll!
#4:
It’s been a month since I oiled my bike – I’ll use this chart
to remember where I need to put the oil. I have to be careful not to
get oil on the rubber parts – oil will destroy those!
#5:
(Pointing to the chart) What about these circled parts? What does
that mean?
#6:
Oh, I know what those are – once a year, those parts need to be
greased – my Dad marks the calendar on my birthday, since I got my
bike then.
#7:
Well, my bike is in great shape – but I better remember to put my
lock on.
#8:
Don’t forget to put your helmet and gear away – we might go
riding Saturday!
ALL:
It’s the perfect end of a day of biking!
CM:
Well, it looks like these boys have learned all about their bikes –
let’s all remember to follow the rules and take care of our
equipment, so we can always follow the Cub Scout Motto:
ALL:
Do Your Best!
