Scouting America

Other Youth Recognition

Patrol Leader Installation Ceremony

A ceremony for the installation of a new Arrow of Light patrol leader.

Specifications

Indoor

3

2

1

Learn more about presentation specifications here.

Den or Pack

Den level ceremony

Supply List

  • Printer 
  • Printed copy of the ceremony script 

Set-Up:

Gather the Arrow of Light Scouts and have them sit together in front of the Arrow of Light Den Leader.

Directions

Before the Ceremony
  1. Print the ceremony script.
During the Ceremony

1. The Arrow of Light Den Leader gathers the Arrow of Light Scouts and has them sit together.  The Arrow of Light Den Leader then follows the script. 

 

DEN LEADER:  Our Arrow of Light patrol, [patrol name], has just elected its patrol leader.  Will [name of patrol leader] please come forward.  (Wait for Scout.)  As our Arrow of Light patrol leader, you are responsible for helping your den leader during den meetings. Do you accept this responsibility? 

 

PATROL LEADER:  I will do my best. 

 

DEN LEADER:  As patrol leader, will you set a good example for the other members of your patrol by being honest, fair, and showing true Scouting spirit? 

 

PATROL LEADER:  I will do my best. 

 

DEN LEADER:  Thank you and congratulations. 

 

2. Arrow of Light patrol leader returns to seat.  

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