Elkhorn Cubs

Tuesday, June 12, 2018

June 2018 Newsletter

Scout Law: Brave

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Theme: Home of the Brave

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Cub Scout Roundtable Blog: elkhorncubs.blogspot.com

Elkhorn District Blog: elkhorndistrict.blogspot.com

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LDS Scouting Handbook: https://www.lds.org/bc/content/shared/english/young-men/35814_scout-handbook_eng.pdf?lang=eng

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Upcoming Events

Leader Specific Training: No in-person training will be offered until September. Please complete your training online at my.scouting.org.

Annual Roundtable BBQ: Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 pm, at the stake pavilion located at 360 E 450 N, Millville (go east up the hill at the roundabout). Join us for dinner (potluck side dishes and desserts are very welcome!), and a round robin of outdoor skills, including knot tying, plant and animal ID, fire building, pocket knife skills, and outdoor cooking!

Cub Family Camp Learn more about this fun new program for the whole family at https://www.trappertrails.org/cubfamilycamp.

Scout-o-rama: Saturday, Sept. 8, Davis County Fairgrounds. Cost is $10 per family, and includes a patch for each Scout and activities. Activities include: advancement adventures, BB and Archery, bounce house, fishing, pinewood derby race (bring your own car), and fun run. See https://www.trappertrails.org/scoutorama for more details (scroll down to Cub Scout section).

Wood Badge

Wood Badge is a leadership training course which delivers high quality skills and techniques for leaders in all areas of Scouting. It draws from a wide range of sources within and beyond the bounds of Scouting to model the best techniques for developing leadership and teamwork among both young people and adults. Cost is $185. Register at https://www.trappertrails.org/woodbadge

#3: July 2-7, Encompass at Camp Barlett

#4: September 13-15 and 27-29, Hull Valley Scout Reservation

#5: October 18-20 and 25-27, Camp Fife

Leave No Trace Trainer Course

Learn more about the principles of Leave No Trace, and how to provide leadership and training for others. Open to any Scout 14 and older and all adult Scouters. Cost is $35, which covers 3 meals and materials. Register online at https://www.trappertrails.org/outdoorethics

#3: October 26-27, 6 pm-6 pm, Ogden Scout Office. Contact Mike Adams at cradams@allwest.net or 307-679-1433.

*August 13-17, Camp New Fork. This is a Master Educator Course. See https://www.trappertrails.org/mec for more details.

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New Youth Protection

The Boy Scout of America's top priority is the protection of the youth who participate in it's programs. Consequently they are constantly revising their youth protection policies and resources. As a result there have been several significant changes to youth protection policies and resources in 2018. It is important that all adult leaders know and understand these changes. Because the changes to the training were so significant, the national training committee has determined that all registered volunteers must complete this new training course by October 1, 2018. Even whose current youth protection certification has not yet expired must recertify with the new training materials. The new course is offered online at my.scouting.org.

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Training Highlight: Historic Trails

Love of America and devotion to our country depend upon a thorough appreciation of the ideals, principles, and traditions that have made our country strong. Some of the most memorable hikes Scouts take explore history, whether that means tracing the steps of Billy Yank and Johnny Reb at Gettysburg, hiking part of the Oregon Trail or visiting a historic site in their own community.

Hiking can be an exciting component of a well-rounded outdoor program when properly planned and executed. It can also improve a Scout's stamina and physical fitness. All Cub Scout ranks and many adventures include outdoor activities than can be met by hiking portions of an historic trail. A historic trail gives purpose to a hike beyond the physical effort needed, so a Scout's interest can be heightened. Scouts will learn local or national history in the process of hiking historic trails. Historic trails usually include a colorful patch for those who answer a trail questionnaire and complete the trail. They are mementos of the event and can be an incentive for Scouts to hike historic trails.

There is no single type of length of "historic trail." Historic trails can commemorate local events (such as a nearby battle or civil rights march), include local historic sites (such as early public buildings and residences in the city or country), or connect several sites associated with a significant person. The best way to find local historic trails is to contact a local historic society, such as Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. In northern Utah, we are near several locations of the Mormon Battalion trail.

Several things to remember:

*Make sure your trail is suitable for the age of your Scouts.

*File a tour and activity plan if hiking a historic trail, when distance or other factors require the plan. (LDS units should file a plan with their ward and stake)

*Call ahead to make sure that the trail is open for use (season, weather events, etc.), and check the hours of operation of sites that must be visited along the trail.

*Practice hiking safety and Leave No Trace principles. (Make sure not to litter. More than one BSA trail that crossed private property has been closed due to misbehaviour by Scouts)

*Wear proper footwear. Even city sidewalks require well-cushioned soles to avoid foot problems.

*Make sure everyone stays hydrated.

*Schedule rest stops (like 10 minutes every hour) will reduce exhaustion and straggling.

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Award Highlight: Emergency Preparedness

From its beginning, the Scouting movement has taught young people to do their best, to do their duty to God and country, to help others, and to prepare themselves physically, mentally, and morally to meet these goals. The basic aims of Scouting include teaching young people to take care of themselves, to be helpful to others, and to develop courage, self-reliance, and the ability to be ready to serve in an emergency.

The Emergency Preparedness BSA Award, first introduced in 2003 and updated in 2014, was designed with the aims mentioned above in mind. By developing these lifelong skills, Scouts have been instrumental in helping their communities recover from emergencies.

When an emergency does occur, it can affect every BSA youth and adult member in the immediate area. Earning the award teaches participants to respond first, as an individual; second, as a member of a family; and third, as a member of a Scouting unit serving their neighborhood and community. This award will allow all Scouts and Scouters to become informed, be prepared, and act promptly and appropriately in the event of emergencies, whether they are natural or man-made.

Scouts and adult leaders can earn the individual Emergency Preparedness Award. Meanwhile, units, districts, and councils can work toward earning the bronze, silver, or gold achievement level. The awards are available at local Scout shops once specific requirements for each rank or achievement level have been met. See http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Media/Publications/EmergencyPreparedness/award.aspx for requirements for the Unit and above levels.

Individual Emergency Preparedness Award Requirements

Tiger Requirements

Cover a family fire plan and drill, and what to do if separated from the family.

Discuss a family emergency plan with the family.

Create, plan, and practice summoning help during an emergency.

Take a nationally recognized first-aid course geared toward children such as American Red Cross First Aid for Children Today (FACT).

Join a safe kids program such as McGruff Child Identification, Internet Safety, or Safety at Home.

Show and tell your family household what you have learned about preparing for emergencies.

Wolf Requirements

Create a checklist to keep your home safe.

Discuss a family emergency plan with the family.

Create, plan, and practice summoning help during an emergency.

Learn emergency skills and care for choking, wounds, nosebleeds, falls, and animal bites. The emergency skills should include responses for fire safety, poisoning, water accidents, substance abuse, and more.

Join a safe kids program such as the McGruff Child Identification program. Put on a training program for your family or den on stranger awareness, Internet safety, or safety at home.

Make a presentation to your family on what you have learned about preparing for emergencies.

Bear Requirements

Create, plan, and practice summoning help during an emergency.

Learn how to shut off utilities to your home in an emergency.

Learn simple rescue techniques.

Learn emergency skills and care for choking, wounds, nosebleeds, falls, and animal bites. The emergency skills should include responses for fire safety, poisoning, water accidents, substance abuse, and more.

Put together a family emergency kit for use in the home.

Organize a safe kids program such as the McGruff Child Identification program. Put on a training program for your family or den on stranger awareness, Internet safety, or safety at home.

Make a small display or give a presentation for your family or den on what you have learned about preparing for emergencies.

Webelos Scout Requirements

Learn rescue techniques.

Build a family emergency kit, with an adult family member participating in the project.

Take a first-aid course.

Learn to survive extreme weather situations.

Learn about stranger awareness, Internet safety, or safety at home.

Give a presentation to your den on preparing for emergencies.

When a member has fulfilled the requirements, a completed application (http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pubs/pdf/680-602.pdf) is submitted to the council. Upon approval, an Emergency Preparedness pin is awarded. The pin may be worn on civilian clothing or on the uniform, centered on the left pocket flap. The award may be earned more than once; for instance, as a young person advances through the ranks and is capable of more complex preparedness activities, but only one pin may be worn.

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Resource Highlight: Your Flag

Learn the proud history and etiquette of the American flag. The book includes information on proper display of the flag, flag ceremonies, and situations to avoid. $10.99 at the Scout Shop or scoutstuff.org.

Pack Resource Sheet July 2018

Scout Law: Brave

Theme: Home of the Brave

A Scout can face danger (or new things) although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him. For a Cub Scout, his home is his community: his neighborhood, his school, and his place of worship. Acts of bravery come in all shapes and sizes, just like Cub Scouts.

Gathering Activity: Patriotic Puzzles

Place the pieces of a puzzle of the US, the flag, or other patriotic symbol on a large table. Have the participants gather to work on it as they arrive.

Gathering Activity: I Love America Stars

Materials: Blue posterboard, white paper stars, red markers, tape or glue

As participants arrive, have them write down something they love about America on a star, then glue or tape it to the blue poster.

Opening Ceremony: Here's to the Flag

#1: Here's to the red of it.

There's not a thread of it,

No, not a shred of it,

In all the spread of it,

From foot to head,

But heroes bled for it,

Faced steel and lead for it,

Precious blood shed for it,

Bathing it red!

#2: Here's to the blue of it.

Beauteous view of it,

Heavenly hue of it,

Star-spangled dew of it,

Constant and true;

States stand supreme for it,

Liberty's beam for it

Brightens the blue!

#3: Here's to the white of it.

Thrilled by the sight of it,

Who knows the right of it?

But feels the might of it,

Through day and night.

Womanhood's care of it

Made manhood dare for it.

Purity's prayer for it

Keeps it so white!

#4: Here's to the whole of it.

Stars, stripes and pole of it,

Body and soul of it,

Oh, the roll and wave of it,

Sun shining through.

Heart's in accord for it,

Swear by the sword for it,

Thanking the Lord for it,

Red, white, and blue!

Please rise and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Song: You're a Grand Ole Flag

You're a grand old flag,

You're a high flying flag

And forever in peace may you wave.

You're the emblem of

The land I love.

The home of the free and the brave.

Ev'ry heart beats true 'neath the Red, White and Blue, Where there's never a boast or brag.

Should auld acquaintance be forgot,

Keep your eye on the grand old flag.

Advancement Ceremony: Freedom Symbols

Materials: Awards attached to models or posters of the Statue of Liberty, Declaration of Independence, Liberty Bell, and bald eagle.

CM: There are many symbols that have special meaning to American citizens. Tonight I would like to tell you a little about some of the symbols as we honor the boys who are receiving awards.

The Statue of Liberty stands in New York Harbor welcoming people to our country. The inscription at the base of this statue reads in part, “I lift my lamp beside the golden door.” There is a golden door in Cub Scouting, and it is open to all boys. By walking through that door, each boy has an opportunity to learn about citizenship and to grow in character and fitness. The boys who receive the Bobcat badge tonight have just entered that door. (Call the boys and their parents forward. Present their awards.)

The Declaration of Independence is one of many documents that established freedom in America. It was signed on July 4, 1776. The Wolf Cub Scouts are showing their independence and learning many new skills. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

One of the most beloved of our freedom symbols is the Liberty Bell. The Liberty Bell was rung in July 1776 calling the people of Philadelphia to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. It is inscribed with these words: “Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land.” With their goodwill the Bear Cub Scouts proclaim the spirit of Cub Scouting. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

I have one last symbol of freedom to talk about, the American eagle. The bald eagle was chosen as the emblem of our country because of its long life, great strength, and majestic looks. It represents a country that offers to its people freedom and opportunity. Our Webelos are soon to be Boy Scouts. They are the future of Scouting. They have the opportunity to continue a long life in Scouting, and they may aspire to advance in Scouting, to grow in strength and knowledge, and one day to receive the Eagle Scout Award. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

Congratulations! I am proud of each of you and your accomplishments. Continue to work hard as Cub Scouts and as citizens of our great country.

Cheers

Constitution Cheer: Shout “We, the people, approve!”

Cub Scouts America Cheer: “A-M-E-R-I-C-A, Cub Scouts, Cub Scouts, USA!”

George Washington Cheer: “I cannot tell a lie; that was great!”

Liberty Bell Cheer: Divide the audience in half. When you point at each side, side 1 says “Ding”, side 2 says “Dong”. When you point at both sides together, say, “Let freedom ring!”

Skit:

A Cub Scout stands looking up into the sky..

Cub #1: “Oooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #2: (Walks up to Cub #1, follows his lead and looks up) “What are you looking at?”

Cub #1: “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?”

Cub #2: “Yeah!”

Cub #1 and #2: “Oooooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #3: (Walks up to Cub #1 and #2, looks up) “What are you looking at!”

Cub #2 “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?” Cub#3: “Yeah!”

Cubs #1, #2, #3: “Ooooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #4: (Walks up to Cub #1, #2, #3, and looks up) “What are you looking at?”

Cub #3: “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?”

Cub #4: “Yeah!” (Repeat till only one Cub remains) Last Cub: (Walks up to group) “What are you all looking at?”

All: “Fireworks!”

Last Cub: “Those aren’t fireworks – they’re fireflies!”

Cub #1 “Oh - I just thought the fireworks were really far away!” (Walks off)

Cubmaster's Minute:

Sometimes we're afraid to try something because it is new and unfamiliar. Sometimes we're afraid to try because we don't want to fail. Whatever the reason, you'll never know if it is something you'll succeed in or something you're good at unless you take that first step and try. Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919, 26^th President of the U.S.A.) said, “Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.”

Closing Ceremony: I Believe in America

#1: I believe in America!

#2: I believe in this great land where freedom and opportunity are more than just words.

#3: I believe that we, as a nation, place our basic trust and hope in God.

#4: I believe that, despite any challenges, we as Americans will continue to be a strong and law-abiding country.

#5: I believe that as a nation we have our faults, but I also believe we are trying to overcome them.

#6: I believe in America!

Activity: Symbols of Freedom Obstacle Course

Materials: rope, foil, wooden box or step stool, stick or stickhorse, sport cones, bell with string, large ball, chairs, pen, large sheet of paper

Set up an obstacle course with the following activities:

*Soar Like an Eagle: Walk on a line or rope on the ground with arms spread like an eagle.

*Statue of Liberty: Shape a “torch” from foil, step up on a wooden box or step stool, and pose like the statue.

*Paul Revere's Ride: Ride a stick horse or stick and run a course marked by sport cones.

*Liberty Bell: Ring a bell suspended at a short distance by throwing a large ball.

*Declaration of Independence: Go over a few hurdles (rope between chairs), pick up a pen, run to a large sheet of paper hung on the wall, and sign your name.

Thursday, May 17, 2018

May 2018 Newsletter

Scout Law: Obedient

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Theme: Wheel Into Summer

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Cub Scout Roundtable Blog: elkhorncubs.blogspot.com

Elkhorn District Blog: elkhorndistrict.blogspot.com

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LDS Scouting Handbook: https://www.lds.org/bc/content/shared/english/young-men/35814_scout-handbook_eng.pdf?lang=eng

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Upcoming Events

Leader Specific Training: No in-person training will be offered until September. Please complete your training online at my.scouting.org.

Fishing Derby: Saturday, May 19, 8 am- 12 pm, Wellsville Reservoir. Cost: FREE. Experts will be on-hand to teach Scouts of all ages basic information about different fishing techniques after which Scouts can try their hand at catching a fish. Youth may bring their own equipment or they may use equipment that will be provided by the Trapper Trails Council. Youth will not need a fishing license to participate.

10 Commandments Hike: Saturday, May 12. Scouts from around the Council will hike to 10 different faith communities to learn how the 10 Commandments are practiced in their lives and faiths, and see how they parallel the values found in the Scout Oath and Law.

Cub Family Camp Learn more about this fun new program for the whole family at https://www.trappertrails.org/cubfamilycamp.

Wood Badge

#3: July 2-7, Encompass at Camp Barlett

#4: September 13-15 and 27-29, Hull Valley Scout Reservation

#5: October 18-20 and 25-27, Camp Fife

Leave No Trace Trainer Course

#3: October 26-27, 6 pm-6 pm, Ogden Scout Office. Contact Mike Adams at cradams@allwest.net or 307-679-1433.

*August 13-17, Camp New Fork. This is a Master Educator Course. See https://www.trappertrails.org/mec for more details.

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New Youth Protection

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Training Highlight: Summer Safety

Summer is a time for day camp, picnics, hiking, swimming, and playing games outside. It is also a time for bumps, bruises, scrapes, sunburn, and bug bites. With a little preparation, you can be prepared for anything summer has in store.

When headed out for a day of summer adventure, always remember to bring along your Cub Scout Six Essentials:

Filled water bottle- to prevent dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke.

First-aid Kit- a lifesaver, literally.

Flashlight- for finding your way in the dark.

Sun protection- includes sunblock, sunglasses, lip balm, a wide-brimmed hat, and sun-protective clothing.

Trail food- food for maintaining your energy.

Whistle- to signal for help, if needed.

While some of these seem a bit "over the top" for a trip to the local pool, you might be surprised by what comes in handy.

Sun protection cannot be stressed enough. Wear a hat and plenty of sunscreen. Most of us do not wear enough sunscreen or reapply it as often as we should, especially after our skin is exposed to water or sweat. Directions on most sunscreen bottles recommend that you reapply every two hours and after swimming- so be sure to bring along a big bottle.

In some parts of the country, insect repellent is a must. Nothing can ruin a day outside faster than being "eaten alive" by mosquitoes or other pests.

Speaking of eating, don't forget to pack your lunch in a safe manner. An ice chest or ice packs in your bag are two of the best ways to prevent spoilage and food poisoning. It is also a good idea to have a separate ice chest for drinks, so you don't open the one with the food in it as often. Remember that food that has been out for two hours is not safe to eat, and if it's over 90 degrees, food that has been out for one hour needs to be thrown away.

Finally, before you head out for fun in the great outdoors, don't forget to update your Weather Hazards Training. This training needs to be retaken every two years. You can find this training online at my.scouting. org.

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Award Highlight: Cub Scout Shooting Sports

Take aim at fun and excitement with the Cub Scout Shooting Sports Award! The awards will be offered in three disciplines: BB guns, archery, and slingshots. Councils may choose to offer one or more of these disciplines. With rank-specific requirements and insignia, there is incentive for boys to earn the awards year after year at camp. Our youth members consistently list shooting sports as one of their most-desired outdoor activities. With these awards, Cub Scouts will hit the bull's-eye with fun!

Cub Scouts earn the shooting sports awards in the following order: 1. Rank-level patch. Choose a discipline: BB gun, archery, or slingshot. Complete the Level 1 requirements for that discipline.

2. Discipline device (pin). Complete the Level 2 requirements for the same discipline in which the patch was earned.

3. Additional discipline devices. Earn pins for the remaining disciplines by completing the Level 1 and Level 2 requirements in those disciplines. (NOTE: Both Level 1 and Level 2 requirements must be completed for each successive discipline.)

You can find the award requirements at: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/program_update/pdf/510-320_WEB.pdf It's a good idea to review these requirements before Day Camp, so you can make sure you complete all of the requirements. Some requirements must be completed or reviewed before or after Day Camp.

Please note the following:

Archery, BB gun shooting, and slingshot shooting are restricted ONLY to day camps, Cub Scout/Webelos Scout resident camps, council-managed family camping programs, or council activities where there are properly trained supervisors and where all standards for BSA shooting sports are enforced. All shooting ranges in the Cub Scout program must be supervised by a qualified range master who is at least 18 years of age and meets the minimum requirements.

Archery, BB gun shooting, and slingshot shooting are not approved unit activities.
The use of pellet air rifles is restricted to Webelos Scouts in a Boy Scouts of America resident camp setting only.
Kindergarten–age boys and girls in the Lion program are not approved to participate in Cub Scout shooting sports activities.
The Multi-Gun Airsoft Experience introduced in August 2015 was not designed for participation in this award. Airsoft guns are not approved for use in the Cub Scout shooting sports program.
All local, state, and federal laws for BB guns, archery, and slingshot shooting must be followed.

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Resource Highlight: Guide to Safe Scouting

The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting is to prepare members of the Boy Scouts of America to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. The policies and guidelines have been established because of the real need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through over 100 years of experience.

Some of the topics covered in the Guide are: Youth Protection, Aquatic Safety, Medical Information and First Aid, Sports and Activities, Insurance, and Transportation, as well as numerous checklists and guidelines. Please note that the Guide was updated in 2015, so make sure you have the most current version!

All participants in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting, applicable program literature or manuals, and be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Boy Scouts of America practices, policies, and guidelines. The Guide to Safe Scouting is an overview of Scouting policies and procedures gleaned from a variety of sources. For some items, the policy statements are complete. Unit leaders are expected to review the additional reference material cited prior to conducting such activities.

In situations not specifically covered in this guide, activity planners should evaluate the risk or potential risk of harm, and respond with action plans based on common sense, community standards, the Boy Scout motto, and safety policies and practices commonly prescribed for the activity by experienced providers and practitioners.

Perhaps this quote by Sir Robert Baden-Powell from his 1914 book Quick Training for War is appropriate to include here: "... The books lay down definite principles and examples which serve to guide the leaders when applying their common sense to the situation before them. No two situations are ever precisely the same, and it is therefore impossible to lay down exact rules that should guide in every case, but a man who carries precedents and principles in his head has no difficulty in applying their teaching in supreme moments of sudden emergency ..."

You can download a copy of The Guide to Safe Scouting here: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/toc.aspx. You can print off the Age-Appropriate Guidelines for Scouting Activites Chart at http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34416_Insert_Web.pdf for a quick and easy reference guide.

Pack Resource Sheet June 2018

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!