Another step in the journey

Grayson receiving his Arrow of Light

  Chief Akeela (scout master, Kenny Frasure) with Gray

After years of hard work and dedication, Grayson earned his Arrow of Light in Scouting. He graduated from Cub Scouts and moved on to Boy Scouts back in May when he turned 11.
 

Not sure what the Arrow of Light badge is... Here you go...

The highest award of Cub Scouting is the Arrow of Light badge. It is a small cloth badge with a tan background, blue border, and a gold arrow pointing to the right under a partial gold sun orb with 7 rays that is worn on both the Cub Scout and the Boy Scout uniform.

The individual elements of the badge represents:

- The sun shedding its light on all that we do. A reminder that Cub Scouts should be a light for those around them.

- The seven rays of the sun representing the seven days of the week. A reminder that Cub Scouts should do their best every day.

- The arrow which is symbolic of everything which is straight and true. Just as Cub Scouts should be straight and true in their lives. It also points forward to the trail of Boy Scouting ranks and higher challenges.

The arrow of light is much more difficult to obtain than a belt loop, an activity badge or even one of the other rank patch. To obtain this award these scouts have met a number of requirements, including completion of eight activity badges, participation in camps, hikes and boy scout activities, the memorization of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law, and the commitment to live by these principles. 

I am so grateful for all the leaders that have had and continue to have an influence on not only Grayson, but every one of my children for good. I am so grateful for all the many hours that others give freely to help my children on their journey to becoming amazing grown ups. 

Congratulations Grayson! I hope you continue to have the enthusiasm you have for Scouting. It's all up to you kiddo. If you want to be and Eagle, you will be.