PREPARATION AND MATERIALS NEEDED

• U.S. and den flags

• Equipment for the game the den selected

• The sportsmanship poster board the den filled out at Meeting 2

• Confirm that transportation to and from the event is in place. Secure signed activity consent forms.

• The unit den leader should bring a copy of the Guide to Safe Scouting.

GATHERING: 

As Scouts arrive, have them practice the skills they will use in the game.

OPENING

Conduct a flag ceremony of your choosing that includes the Pledge of Allegiance and the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

TALK TIME

• Carry out business items for the den.

• Allow time for sharing among Cub Scouts.

• Remind them that the fun they’re having in this adventure is also a great way to keep healthy and fit.

• Review the sportsmanship board the den created at Meeting 2, and make sure everyone knows the rules of the game they are about to play.

CLOSING

Lead the den in the Blast-Off Cheer. Tell the Scouts: “Prepare to blast off. Coil your body and then count down from 10 to zero. At zero, yell, ‘Blast off!’ and jump as high into the air as you can. Land on your feet and yell, ‘We did our best!’”

AFTER THE MEETING

• Serve refreshments, if desired.

• Record completion of requirement 4.

• Work together to clean up the meeting place.