Theme Description
A campfire is a great way to close the summer and begin the fall. How about telling a few tall tales, songfest, folklore, and Native American lore? Use the Campfire Planning Guide as dens are assigned to prepare the different parts of your pack's campfire program. This will be a great opportunity to recruit, so invite potential new Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts can learn about fire building and fire safety. How about marshmallows or s'mores around the campfire? Don't forget to leave the area as clean or cleaner than you found it so that others can enjoy it as well.
Ceremonies
Cub Scout Campfire Opening
PERSONNEL: Narrator and seven Cub Scouts (each with his part written on a slip of paper).
NARRATOR: Welcome to the Cub Scout campfire. Akela is among us. Let us draw from this campfire with all its vibrance and warmth, the secrets of Cub Scouting and the spirit of brotherhood.
CUB 1: In its light we see new chances to be helpful and to do our best.
CUB 2: From its warmth we strengthen the bonds of fellowship and learn how to get along with others.
CUB 3: From the stones that ring the fire and keep its power in check, we learn how we can curb our tempers and become good citizens.
CUB 4: From the smoke that rises our of the fire, we learn to lift our eyes upward and worship God.
CUB 5: The spark that started this fire reminds us that little Good Turns can lead to greater deeds.
CUB 6: Just as the fire needs wood to burn bright, so do we need the care and love of our parents to burn brightly.
CUB 7: In it leaping flames, we see the fun of Cub Scouting and the job of life.
Cheers
Skits and Run-On's
Campers and Bears
Two campers are walking through the forest when they suddenly encounter a grizzly bear! The bear rears up on his hind legs and lets out a terrifying roar. They're both frozen in their tracks. The first camper whispers, "I'm sure glad I wore my running shoes today." "It doesn't matter what kind of shoes you're wearing, you're not gonna outrun that bear," replies the second. "I don't have to outrun the bear, I just have to outrun YOU," he answers.
The Scout Handbook
Two Scouts were walking through the woods when suddenly a mountain lion leaped out in front of them. The first Scout cautioned the second to remain calm. "Remember what we read in the Scout Handbook. If you stand absolutely still, and look the lion straight in the eye, he will turn and run away." The second Scout said, "Fine, you've read the Scout handbook, and I've read the handbook, but has the lion read the handbook?"
Bugs at Night
Some first time campers from the city were on a camping trip. The mosquitoes were so fierce, the guys had to hide under their blankets to avoid being bitten. Then one of them saw some lightning bugs and said to his friend, "We might as well give up. Theyre coming after us with flashlights."
Songs
The Scout Who Never Returned
[Tune: Charlie On The MTA]
Let me tell you of a story of a Scout named Johnny , On that tragic and fateful day; Put his Scout knife in his pocket; Kissed his dog and family; When to hike in the woods far away.
Well, did he ever return? No, he never returned. And his fate is still unlearned: (oh poor Johnny) He may roam forever in the woods and mountains, Hes the Scout who never returned.
Now you citizens of Uxbridge, Don't you think it's a scandle How ol' Johnny got lost that day? Take the right equipment; TAKE ALONG A BUDDY, When you hike in the hills that way.
Or else you'll never return, No, you'll never return. And your fate will be unlearned: (just like Johnny) You may roam forever in the woods and mountains, Like the Scout who never returned.
Crafts
Games
Camping Word Jumble
Unscramble the jumbles below to reveal some words and phrases you'd use while camping! ETNT IRFEPCAM EENTNCA KCAPABCK TOBSO KIHE URENAT PSICAMTE ARMSMHALOLWS HOGST ORTSEIS EIPLESNG GBA "EAVEL ON CERAT"