I Was In The Boy Scouts

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Let Freedom Ring:

the best of times were at the campsite,
where we learned our early independence,
through long summer days,
trekking unknown pathways,
setting and cooking on open fires
pioneering;
orienteering
games with friends, singing songs
making our own choices,
achieving and taking pride,
united in our delight
at being introduced to our freedom.