Arrow of Light Ceremony and Blue and Gold Banquet
I've been the Cub Scoutmaster for about 4 months now, and the past 10 days were more fun and satisfying for me than the other 110 combined. We had a Blue and Gold Banquet at our home that went better than expected, but the Arrow of Light Ceremony that I planned with the Boy Scout master was just GREAT! Unfortunately we ran out of battery on the camera as the ceremony was just getting started. I was Cheif Takashin, with my brother indians, Wechsowagum, the Medicine Man, and Witschindin, the Cheif, conducted the Arrow of Light presentation from an excellent script I was able to find online. <o:p></o:p>
Next, the Scoutmaster appeared in Civil War attire to present an incredible crossing over ceremony. I was very pleased to see the faces of my boys during the ceremony. They were enchanted and entranced. As a Life Scout, only 6 merit badges away from Eagle, I am determined, unless God has other plans, that all three become Eagle scouts. <o:p></o:p>
Here are the closing lines for the Arrow of Light presentation: Chief: 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 your 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. (Pause) We challenge all the younger braves 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. (Principles silently depart)

