October 1999 California Gold Rush

GOLD IN THEM THER' FIELDS ADVANCEMENT

Preparation: Put each boy's recognition items into a small pouch that can be made from burlap or any fabric that is handy. Put each boy's name and rank on the pouch with a marker. Before the rest of the pack arrives, divide the meeting area into a "gold field." For boys that did not earn any awards this meeting, have some small candies or inexpensive items to put into their pouch so they will not be left out. The "gold field" can be staked off with string dividing the meeting area into sections with signs attached so boys know where they are to head when called forward. A mock cave entrance of painted cardboard could be made for the boys to pass thorough before they enter the area where the "gold" is.

CUBMASTER:

During the California gold rush, many prospectors staked claims and hoped that they would find gold. Tonight, our boys will work their claims to receive their gold. As I call

each group forward, I will direct you to your rank's claim area. You may only work within your claim and you may not claim jump into another's area. If you work carefully,

you will find your pouch of gold. You may only take the bag of gold with your name on it. When you find your pouch, please bring it to me. Will all Tigers come forward to work their claim at this time?

SEARCHING FOR GOLD ADVANCEMENT

Preparation: Cubmaster is dressed as an old prospector. Can be as simple as a plaid shirt, jeans, and cowboy hat. Fake beard and wig will increase the effect.

CUBMASTER: We have many boys here tonight who have been digging deep at their den meetings and at home as they worked on their advancements.

Our Tigers have been out searching and discovering the world around them. Will the Tigers please come forward at this time for their awards?

Our Wolves have been prospering while working on their advancements. They have worked long and hard. Will our Wolves please come forward for their awards.

Our Bears have been bravely entering new frontiers as they continue to strive toward their

advancement. Will the Bears come forward at this time for their awards?

Our Webelos are well along the trail of their advancement. They have seen the riches in their accomplishments and are constantly moving forward. Will the Webelos come forward at this time?