Lion Cub Induction Ceremony

This Ceremony is meant for Lion scouts.

Arrow of Light diagram on cardboard.
A candle and matches.

Den Leader: Oh, Great Akela, hear me!

Akela: I hear you, leader of Lions. What is it you want?

Den Leader: We have young ones who seek the fun of Cub Scouting.

Akela: Have these young ones been properly prepared?

Den Leader: Yes, Akela, they have. Each one has prepared to move into Cub Scouting by thoughts, deeds, and participation in the Pack.

Akela: Very well. I am Akela, the Great Chief of the Webelos tribe and the head of this council of braves. My totem is the Arrow of Light, which is the highest honor any Cub Scout may earn.
This board shows the Arrow of Light and points the way of the trail. The arch represents progress along the Cub Scout trail, preparing cubs for greater adventures in Scouts BSA. The candle which I now light represents the Spirit of Akela and the light of Cub Scouts.

We learn the ways of our tribe from the wisest of the forest animals.

From the Tiger, we learn to be alert and watchful.

From the Wolf we learn the language of the ground, we learn to follow the tracks of other animals, and we learn the ways of the food of the forest.

From the Bear, we learn the secrets of the trees and birds, the language of the air and the sky.

The Lion Cub is curious and adventurous, but remains within the lair with its parents for some time before venturing out to hunt its own game. The parents have the responsibility of looking after the cub, teaching it to hunt and play, and how to protect itself from the other predators of the jungle.

Akela: (to Den Leader) Which young ones have joined your Lion Cub Den?

Den Leader: Great Akela, we have _____(number) new Lions, and _____(number) are with us here tonight. Please step forward, along with your parents, when your name is read. (Call out names)

Akela: You scouts are embarking on a great new journey with your parents. Our motto tells us how to to live our lives. Do you remember the Cub Scout motto?
Repeat it with me: 'Do Your Best'.

By doing your best, you will grow together, become better friends, and prepare yourselves for more scouting adventures.

Now that you have learned the Cub Scout motto, you are prepared to wear the Lion neckerchief. (Den Leader hands the items to parents, who put them on their children as Akela is talking). Each time you participate in a Lion adventure, you will receive a loop to wear on your belt.

Over time, your belt will become full and you will finally earn the Lion badge.

Akela: Members of Pack [number], please stand. Join me in welcoming these Lions and their partners to our Pack family!