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Ceremonies: Ordinary to Extraordinary

Ceremonies: Ordinary to Extraordinary . Lorry Wisse and Jeff Bennett. Why We Do Ceremonies?. Why We Do Ceremonies. Recognition Tradition As an “Explanation” As a “Milepost” ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE. What are some kinds of Ceremonies?. What Kind of Ceremonies. Opening / Flag Closing

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Ceremonies: Ordinary to Extraordinary

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  1. Ceremonies: Ordinary to Extraordinary Lorry Wisse and Jeff Bennett

  2. Why We Do Ceremonies?

  3. Why We Do Ceremonies • Recognition • Tradition • As an “Explanation” • As a “Milepost” ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE

  4. What are some kinds of Ceremonies?

  5. What Kind of Ceremonies • Opening / Flag • Closing • Flag Retirement • Welcoming / Induction • Award • Advancement (e.g. Arrow of Light) • Cross Over • Ashes / Campfire • Scouts Own

  6. Elements of a Good Ceremony • Plaques • Neckerchief • Arrows, Feathers • Marbles, Beads • Paper Plates • Props • Candles • Flags • Costumes and Hats • Facepaint • PIZZAZZ • Sound – music, drums, clapping • Lights – fire, campfire, candles, spotlights • Pillars • Ceremony Ladder • Advancement Board • Den Doodle • “Trophy” / Cubby

  7. Making Memories • Have a clear plan. • Pick the location carefully. • Make sure participants know what to do. • Practice the "hard stuff", • Use variety. • Keep it simple, dignified, and sincere. • Keep a smooth flow. • Remember the purpose. • Use props or costumes. • Have things ready. • Make sure everybody can see and hear. • Include action. • Short enough for the boys attention span. • Use symbolism; it appeals to the imagination. • Make people to be recognized the center of attention and face the audience. • Adapt an existing ceremony

  8. Five in Five • Tell us about your favorite ceremony

  9. Ceremony Horror Stories • My First Ceremony…

  10. Ceremony Horror Stories

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  19. Ceremony Horror Stories • The Weather • Poor Execution • Script Malfunctions • Safety Violations • Grey Areas • Unintentional Disrespect • Never Do the Same Ceremony Twice

  20. Resources • Ceremony Books • Ceremony Websites

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