Arrow Of Light

THE IDEALS OF CUB SCOUTING: (step forward) I am the Ideals of Cub Scouting. From long ago, the ideals have passed, from one scout to another. Be square - truthful and honest toward everyone. Be loyal - honor yourself, your friends, neghbors, family and god. Be fair - with everyone and everything, take no advantage. Be happy - a smile is the language of every land. Be game - don't quit or give up, always "do your best".

THE SIX SHIPS OF SCOUTING: (step forward) I am the 6 ships of Scouting. You have sailed on these ships many times as a Cub Scout, and are certain to take passage again in the future. You will always be welcome on these strong and mighty ships that will carry you to your destination. They will last forever. Scholar-ship, fellow-ship, friend-ship, sportsman-ship, workman-ship, and statesman-ship. Their purpose is never ending. They are for you.

THE SEVEN VIRTUES OF LIFE: (step forward) I am the seven virtues of life. You can always see me in the Arrow of Light badge you wear as the seven rays of sunlight. Each can make your path a little brighter. Together, they can light the trail ahead. If you live by wisdom, courage, self-control, justice, faith, hope and love you will become a happy man, and a happy man is a successful man.

CHIEF AKELA: You have heard from all of the Council of Light except one. What you have heard is of the past and the present. What you will hear now is but one possible future. What it holds for you, no one can tell. Only you can travel the trail of the eagle. Listen well to our founder.

LORD BADEN POWELL: The trail of the Eagle is one with many challenges. You will come to many forks in the path and must make some difficult decisions. Each experience will be a learning one. Each new plateau reached, you will find yourself in smaller and smaller company. the world is at your feet. You have shown the courage, dedication and desire to complete your Cub Scouting trail. It is an accomplishment that should be your foundation on the trails of Boy Scouting.

These trails are full of rich and rewarding experiences that can enhance your life forever. They can make the trials and tribulations of everyday life seem less important. As a Cub Scout, you were asked to take and oath and observe the Law of the Pack. Boy Scouting is no different, except the Scout Oath and Law are the heart of your Patrol and the Troop itself. Be sure before you begin, that you accept them and will do your best to honor them. They can aid and support you for life.

I now ask each of you to dedicate yourselves to Boy Scouting by turning around and facing your family, friends, and peers, giving the Scout sign, and, with me, reciting the Scout Oath and Law. On my honor... A Scout is Trustworthy...

Gentlemen, it is with great pleasure that I accept you into the Council of Light.

Lone Indian Brave: Chief Akela will now present you with a Certificate of Recognition on parchment paper, acknowledging your achievement and Lord Baden Powell will give you a special patch, in honor this occasion.

The certificate reads as follows: Presented himself before Chief Akela, Chief of the Cub Scouts, at Marin Council's 1996 Scout-o-rama. his physical and mental skills, spiritual growth, and character, having been tested while a member of his Cub Scout