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SUMMARY Who doesn’t love a glowing campfire at the end of the day? However, to make sure it won’t be your tent that burns, let’s look at some good fire safety practices. GENERAL INFORMATION Handbooks for each program have useful tips for campfires. Here are a few highlights: Environmental conditions Leaders should understand the local […]
SUMMARY Campfires are a powerful part of the outdoor experience. They can be lively with laughter, storytelling, and fellowship. The campfire can also be a time of reflection, learning, and great peace. Safe behavior around a campfire ensures a good time can be had by all while mitigating the inherent danger of the fire. Here […]
Read and understand fire use and safety rules from the Boy Scout Handbook. Secure necessary permits (regulations vary by locality). Clear all flammable vegetation at least 5 feet in all directions from fire (total 10 feet).
The Campfire Booklet This campfire booklet provides a short list of the many resources available to make a successful campfire program. It contains Openings, Closings, Cheers and Skits. It is compiled from a variety of sources all over, from books to the Internet. Feel free to print it out and keep it close for quick reference at all your camps.
Cub Scout campfires should be hosted by an adult; Boy Scout campfires should not. The master of ceremonies keeps the show flowing, injects energy and encourages people to react. Let’s say you’re introducing a skit from Den 2 or the Owl Patrol.
How can people enjoy campfires in the wild without damaging surroundings? Listen to the poem, then craft your own verses about fire-safety.
Before the campfire, discuss the rules of good campfire etiquette: C Enter the campfire circle silently. C Sit in a circle around the fire. Running around and horseplay are not permitted. C Do not poke sticks or throw garbage into the fire. C Be courteous to others; do not talk during a song or skit. C Cheer all contributors for doing their best.
