As each moon of the berry ripens, the nations gathered in this valley of peace, to reconfirm their brotherhood and give thanks to the Great Spirit.

My brothers, I welcome you tonight to this land of peace. Walk the trails of Peaceful Valley as a brother to all those who walk with you. Those on two legs, the four-legged creatures, and the winged ones. For they are all creatures of the Great Spirit and your brothers. Fin the true spirit of scouting, live and share it. Throughout this week I shall be with you, watching at your every footstep, watching as you grow tall and strong like the mighty pine. I pray that through your deeds you will not disappoint me, or yourselves.

I send a voice to the Great Spirit that he may guide and guard you upon your journey up the trail of Scouting. Seek His greatness and wisdom, and you shall never be afraid, you shall never be alone.

I, Chingachook, have spoken. It is finished. Etcheta Weh Lo.

I now ask that all those seated before me rise in silence and follow me from our council hoop.

This is a ceremony from Camp Chris Dobbins, where I worked for 3 summers, used to close the Sunday night campfire each week.