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GUIDE_ Firecrafter Crossover Ceremony Script

The Firecrafter Crossover Ceremony marks the transition of Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts, featuring a drumbeat and speeches from the Chief and Friends. The ceremony emphasizes the importance of leadership, service, and the friendships formed through Scouting, culminating in the awarding of the Arrow of Light. Parents participate by supporting their Scouts as they receive recognition and cross the bridge into Boy Scouting.

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GUIDE_ Firecrafter Crossover Ceremony Script

The Firecrafter Crossover Ceremony marks the transition of Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts, featuring a drumbeat and speeches from the Chief and Friends. The ceremony emphasizes the importance of leadership, service, and the friendships formed through Scouting, culminating in the awarding of the Arrow of Light. Parents participate by supporting their Scouts as they receive recognition and cross the bridge into Boy Scouting.

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FIRECRAFTER CROSSOVER CEREMONY

(Materials: Drum, 3 Firecrafters in Fire Shirts, one Drummer, Bridge)

ARRANGEMENT: Ceremony begins with a continued drumbeat from off stage. The beat should start
slow and then speed up with one final loud beat. During the drumbeat, three Firecrafters in fire shirts
enter from the back of the room. When they reach the front of the room they stand in Firecrafter stance in
front of the audience. They should be staggered and not in a straight line. (If outside, a fire can be used
and each Firecrafter adds a small stick to the fire upon entering before they take Firecrafter stance.)

CHIEF: May your tongues be silent, your minds attentive, and your hearts attuned. Scouts,
Scouters, Friends, and Family, bear witness to this, the crossover from Cub to Scout. I am the
mighty Chief of the fire, who has hiked the hill of three flames and pledged to the test of my fellow
man. I have come today to seek those who are ready to take the leap from one journey to the
next. I have been told there are some among us who are prepared now to begin their climb up
Scouting’s rigorous but rewarding trail.

FRIEND: My brothers, when your name is called, please rise and I will escort you to your place
before the Chief.

(Each name of the Cub Scouts crossing over is read from the back of the room with a drumbeat in
between each name. Those boys crossing over are lead to the front of the room and placed in a straight
line facing the audience.)

FRIEND: You have come a long way to reach this destination. But know that your climb has only
begun. I encourage you to lean on each other and know that the friendships you make through
Scouting will guide you to ultimate fulfillment. Before now, you have relied on your leaders and
parents to guide you through your Scouting quest, but now it is time for you to take on the
responsibility yourself. Heed the words you hear today and know that this journey will be one you
will never forget.

SERVANT: Since your success thus far has been guided by the service of others, it is only fitting
that they join you today as well. Would the parents of these young men, join them now to show
support of the great endeavor they are about to endure.
FIRECRAFTER CROSSOVER CEREMONY
(Materials: Drum, 3 Firecrafters in Fire Shirts, one Drummer, Bridge)

(Pause for parents to stand behind each boy)

SERVANT: You come to find that giving unselfish service to others will build in you better
character. I encourage you to never hesitate to give a lending hand to those around you just as
your leaders and family have given to you.

CHIEF: I think that it is only fitting, that before you take that final step into Scouting that I leave
you with this final thought. Leadership is one of the most important qualities that you can ascribe
to as Scout. Scouting is led by the boys and it is an opportunity for you to step up and build your
inner spirit to reach your greatest potential. The most essential components of leadership include
being a friend to all, serving unselfishly, leading by example, and foremost, doing your personal
best.

FRIEND: It is now time for you to receive your recognition. Today you are bestowed upon the
highest recognition a Cub can earn. That of the Arrow of Light. The badge is symbolic in all that
you have worked towards.

The sun is shedding its light on all that we do. A reminder that you should be a light for those
around you.

The seven rays of the sun represent the seven days of the week. A reminder that you should do
your best every day!

The arrow is symbolic of everything that is straight and true, just as you should be straight and
true in your lives.

SERVANT: We challenge each of you to follow where the Arrow of Light points – forward on the
trail of the Boy Scout ranks and upward to higher challenges – to soar with the eagles! Wear it
always with honor and pride.
FIRECRAFTER CROSSOVER CEREMONY
(Materials: Drum, 3 Firecrafters in Fire Shirts, one Drummer, Bridge)

CHIEF: Parents bestow upon your Scouts this recognition and prepare to allow your Scouts to
cross the bridge into the realm of Boy Scouting.

CHIEF: As Cub Scouts you have traveled long and hard on the Cub Scout trail. You have learned
the ways of Bobcat, Wolf, Bear, and Webelo. You have met many new friends, learned many new
skills, and lived up to the Cub Scout Promise and the Law of the Pack. You are now ready to
cross the bridge into the adventure of Boy Scouting.

FRIEND: When your name is called, come to the Chief who will remove your Cub Scout colors and
send you across the bridge to begin a new adventure in Scouting.

(Each name of the Cub Scouts crossing over is read from the back of the room with a drumbeat in
between each name. Before they cross the bridge the Chief will whisper “Remember to always do your
best!” and then the boy will cross.

CHIEF: We welcome our new Boy Scout brothers. Our duty here is done. (the drumbeat sounds and
members exit.

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