We Chumash keep a lot of the Y-Guide Traditions.
We use a talking stick which emphasizes
the importance
of respect and listening to others.
Aim number 4 - To
be Attentive while others talk.
Members speak
when it is there turn - ie. when passed the Talking Stick
- this is like a Jr. Toastmasters moment for the boys
(Little Braves)
- and the Dads say something to build self esteem in their little brave
Try to coach the young brave on the things he will say
when holding the talking stick before the meeting. Review this in the
car on the way over.
Try to have your boy talk about something that He did
with Dad since the last meeting.
When it is Dads turn try to talk about something that
makes you proud of your son!
This is not the time to make announcements or rattle on.
Passing the talking stick is for the Kids to get talk time and the undivided
attention of the group. If the kids get bored then it is not fair to
the kids near the end of the circle.
Keep it breif. And Interesting to all the kids.
Or we can call it ... SCOUT REPORTS
Scout reports by the children are an important agenda item for the
tribal meeting. There is real merit in having them stand with the Talking
Stick and give reports of something they did or saw since the last
meeting. If the reports concern something they did with their parents it
is even better. Some prompting and encouragement may be necessary at
first, but parents can talk the matter over with their children prior to
the meeting. Parents can help their children to watch for subjects from
nature, family fun, or Native American culture. Each parent too, has a
chance to report on his or her own vocation as well as a shared experience
with the child. The parent should share the report with a young or shy
child until that child is willing to take the lead.
The headband has a
story also...
Tallykeeper reports
Try to get the young brave (Son of Tallykeeper) to read it
to the group. Or part of it. He is your Helper.
Wampum Bearer collects Wampum and give out a bead
Try to get the young brave (Son of Wampum Bearer) to pass
around the circle with the Wampum bag or pass out the beads. He is
your Helper.
Most tribes collect tribal dues at each meeting. Children
should earn dues by doing projects around the home. Dues (set by each tribe)
usually range from 50¢ to $1.00 per child. The collection of the dues calls
for children to report how they earned the money. This assists them in
learning the value of money, encourages them to do things for others, and
challenges parents to spend more constructive time with their children. The
dues make up the Tribal Wampum and are used by the tribe for projects,
activities, or outings.
You can also call a dollar a "Frog
Skin"
CLOSING CEREMONY
| TRIBAL PRAYER |
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(Standing in a circle) |
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| And now, |
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(Index finger pointing to the ground) |
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| May the Great Spirit, |
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(All fingers circling up, imitating smoke) |
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| Of all good Spirits, |
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(Arms outstretched) |
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| Be with, |
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(Arms coming in close) |
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| You, |
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(Index finger pointing across circle) |
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| Now, |
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(All fingers pointing down) |
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| And forever more! |
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(Action of shooting bow & arrow) |
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OR
PALS FOREVER
(Tune: "Clementine")
Pals Forever, Pals Forever,
That's our slogan, that our song.
Boys are stronger, dads feel younger
When they take the boys along.
Moms are for it, dads adore it,
And the boys all think it's fine.
Pals Forever, Pals Forever,
As Y-Guides we'll have good times.
Through the days and through the years
We will wander side by side.
Pals Forever, Pals Forever,
The Great Spirit is our guide.
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