SECOND CLASS SCOUT

Every good Scout knows how to build a fire. He also knows when he should not build one. Many areas do not permit open fires. Even where fires are allowed, there might be good reasons to use a back- packing stove instead. For guidelines on deciding when to build a fire or light a stove and how to use each one safely, see chapter 10, "Cooking," pages 248-255. That chapter also contains information on planning menus, pages 260-262 ; good nutrition and the food pyramid, page 259; and storing, handling, and cooking foods on a campout, pages 263-280.

3. Participate in a flag ceremony for your school, religous institution, chartered organization, community, or troop activity.

Throughout the history of the BSA, Scouts have taken part in ceremonies paying respect to the American flag. They have served as honor guards at troop meetings, public gatherings, parades, and patriotic events.

Flag ceremonies offer all of us a time to think about our nation's history, to reflect on what it means to be an American, and to pledge ourselves to do our share to make our country the best it can be.

For information about how to carry and display the flag, turn to chapter 3, "Tenderfoot Scout," page 44. For more on your role as an American, see chapter 12, "Citizenship," beginning on page 331.