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Nani-Ba-Zhu

From 1919 to 1939 an important tradition has existed at Camp Gifford (the council camp prior to Cedars), called the Tribe of Nani-Ba-Zhu. This tradition has been renewed at Camp Cedars. Membership can be conferred on older Scouts (3rd year campers) and leaders who participate in long term camping at Cedars. The purpose of Nani-Ba-Zhu is to reinforce the principles of the Scout Oath and Law and encourage participation in Scouting and long term camping at Cedars.

The use of Indian lore is part of the mystery and appeal of Nani-Ba-Zhu. Throughout the testing of candidates, and in all subsequent ceremonies, the character building aspects of Scouting are restated and renewed in a new and dramatic way. The very heart of the NBZ experience is to afford each member an opportunity for introspection as well as application of the Scouting ideals.

Nomination Forms
Black Diamond  | Brave  | Warrior  | Firebuilder  | Tom Tom Beater  | Runner  | Keeper of the Sacred Bundle  | Shaman  | Honored Warrior  | Tribal Council Nomination Form 

Nani-Ba-Zhu Tribal Council Meeting
ONLY NBZ Tribal Council members are requested to attend the Tribal Council meeting at the Durham Scout Center on February 4, 2012. Read More
Nani-Ba-Zhu Regalia Workshop
All NBZ members are invited to the NBZ Regalia Workshop at Camp Cedars on March 24, 2012. Read More
Nani-Ba-Zhu Workdays
All NBZ members are requested to assist in preparing the ceremony site for Summer Camp at Camp Cedars. Three (3) dates available. Read More
Nani-Ba-Zhu Regalia Building
All NBZ Tribesman can build the regalia for rank advancement at the NBZ Regalia Building at Camp Cedars. Read More
Nani-Ba-Zhu Brave & Honored Warrior Callout
All Boy Scouts, Venturers and leaders are invited to the NBZ Brave & Honored Warrior Callout at Camp Cedars. Read More
Nani-Ba-Zhu Thursday Night Ceremony
All NBZ members are invited to the NBZ Thursday Night Ceremony at Camp Cedars. Read More
New Tribal Chief induction ceremony
The Nani-Ba-Zhu tribe inducted Eric Magendantz as its new Chief, August 20, 2011 on Pahuk Point at Camp Cedars. Check out some of the great photos from the event. Read More
February 4
Nani-Ba-Zhu Tribal Council Meeting
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