When in doubt - consult a SCOUT

When in doubt

Consult a Scout

He "should" know

What most things are about.

He ties things with odd knots,

And sends messages with dots,

He cooks upon an open fire

And of camping, never seems to tire.

For water sports

He builds a raft.

Upon the land

He knows many a craft.

Can tell the time by sun and stars

And directs people in their cars.

In some most unusual climes

You'll even find him climbing pines.

His hat with brim so broad

He can use for water to hoard.

His tie into a sling he makes

When Johnny falls and an arm does break.

It's first aid kit and shoe polish,

Mug, fork, knife, spoon and a dish,

Packed with tent and sleeping bag,

Into a rucksack marked with a tag .... S C O U T.

(With acknowledgments "The Bugle")

PS.. We are still on school holidays!

Akela Joy