How can I find more good cub scout campfire stories?

You can start by asking older Scout leaders. They often have a collection of classic campfire stories that they've shared over the years. Another way is to check Scout manuals and official Scout websites. They sometimes publish recommended campfire stories.

One great cub scout campfire story is 'The Legend of the Golden Arrow'. It's about a young scout who goes on a quest to find a magical golden arrow that is said to bring good luck to the whole scout troop. He faces many challenges in the forest, like crossing a wide river and climbing a steep hill. But with his determination and the skills he learned as a scout, he finally finds the arrow.

There's the story of 'The Talking Fox'. In this story, a Cub Scout is sitting by the campfire alone when a fox approaches. To his surprise, the fox can talk! The fox tells the scout about all the secrets of the forest, like where to find the best berries and how to avoid getting lost. It's a fun and educational story for Cub Scouts.

There's a tale of a haunted campsite. In the past, a group of scouts were camping there when a huge storm hit. Lightning struck a tree, which then fell and killed one of the scouts. Ever since then, those who camp at that site at night often report hearing strange noises like the cracking of the tree again and the screams of the scout who died. It's a story that makes you think twice about camping in that particular spot.

Here's another one. In an old cabin at the cub scout camp, there was a rocking chair. One night, a curious cub scout went inside the cabin alone. As he entered, the rocking chair started to move on its own. He heard a soft, eerie humming. Legend had it that an old scoutmaster had passed away in that cabin, and his spirit still lingered, attached to the rocking chair he loved so much.

One cub scout campfire ghost story could be about a lost hiker in the woods near the camp. Legend has it that at night, you can see his shadowy figure still searching for the way out. He got separated from his group long ago and perished in the cold forest. Now, his spirit roams, and if you listen closely on a quiet campfire night, you might hear his faint cries for help.

One key element is a spooky setting. For example, a dark forest, an old abandoned cabin, or a fog - covered lake near the camp. Another is a sense of mystery, like an unexplained noise or a strange figure that no one can quite identify. And of course, a touch of the unknown, such as a legend or curse associated with the place.

You can ask your grandparents or older relatives. They usually have a collection of traditional campfire stories passed down through the years.

Yes, they are suitable. The purpose of cub scout ghost stories is often to build a sense of camaraderie and adventure. The stories are not like the horror movies made for adults. They are simple, with a touch of the supernatural that can intrigue and excite the young cub scouts without causing nightmares. They also usually have a moral or a lesson hidden in them, like the importance of being brave or following the rules in the woods, which makes them appropriate for all ages in the cub scout group.

First, know your audience. Tailor the story to their age and interests. Then, build suspense and keep the pace engaging. Incorporate moral lessons or values in a subtle way.