Scouting Skills and Activities
Ceremonies
The den meeting plans include simple ceremonies to open and close den meetings and to mark important events in the lives of the boys and the den. Den ceremonies should be short—no longer than two or three minutes—and varied. The same opening and closing each week will become boring. Occasionally, the boys should have a chance to help plan and lead den ceremonies.
Here are some types of den ceremonies to consider using in your den meetings:
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An opening ceremony, often a flag ceremony, signals the beginning of the den meeting.
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An advancement ceremony can acknowledge a boy's progress toward his rank advancement.
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A dinner installation ceremony recognizes a boy leader and the importance of this position in Cub Scout and Webelos dens.
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Special recognition ceremonies can mark special events such as birthdays and holidays.
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Closing ceremonies can emphasize Cub Scouting's ideals and bring a quiet, inspirational end to the den meeting.
Scouts love to go for hikes and outdoor activities. "Outing" is a big part of Scouting. Cub Scouts get out and about with many kinds of outdoor fun, such as field trips, hikes, nature and conservation.
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Camping
- Hiking
- Other activities
