A Scoutmaster Friend of mine told me of a large fire he once witnessed. Several fire stations were called to put the fire out but they couldn't close enough because of the intense heat. Everyone watching was afraid the fire was going to spread to other buildings.

Then they turned to see a lone fire truck with sirens blazing, driving fast down the street passing all the other fire trucks and police barricades. If finally stopped near the fire where all at once, the courageous fire fighters in the truck jumped out and immediately started dousing the flames with water.

Inspired by these brave men, the other fire fighters jumped in to help. Within the hour the fire was contained and the other buildings were saved.

The mayor was so struck by these acts of courage that he asked the fire chief of the brave crew what the city could do to honor his brave
men. The fire chief said they would feel most honored with a new set of brakes for their truck.

It's been pointed out that less than five percent of the people in our nation are leaders. The rest are followers. We practice leadership in our troop because so few people have the skills to do it. Work hard to with your opportunities as a troop leader because you never know when those skills will be required to lead a group of people to safety, or to a better life, or even to put out a fire.

Scouting is great because it prepares you for the unexpected, it prepares you to lead when all others may have lost hope. Scouting is great because it teaches you to be prepared.

Aim High Fly with the Eagles.