Est. 1934
Ceremonies
Plan A-Z:
1 Pick location
2. Participants involved and know what they are doing
3. Practice the hard stuff like memorization and encourage them
4. Use variety and mold to your needs
5. Keep it simple and sincere
6. Keep it moving and flowing smoothly
7. Remember purpose
8. Use props
9. Plan B if Plan A does not work
10. Make sure everyone can see and hear clearly
11. Include action to grab attention
12. Short enough to keep attention span
13. Use symbolism to spark ideas
14. The member to be recognized or honored facing audience to be center if attention
15. Adapt to what needs are
Don’t forget:
1. Do not over do it
2. If you make a mistake, keep on going
3. Timing is everything
4. Use PA system if not heard
5. Use two presenters
6. Use support help
7. Limit number of speakers to only two
8. Use photography or video to show off
Don’t forget after:
1. Props
2. PA system
3. Diagram character movements
4. Decorations
5. Refreshments
6. Personally invite them
7. Print Program to let parents follow along
8. Publicize
Types of ceremonies:
1. Baden Powell
2. Ash ceremonies
3. In vesture (New Scouts)
4. SPL and PL5.
5. OA Callouts
6. Crossovers
7. Broken Arrow (death)