The Singing Scoutmaster: Baiame's Gift to the People

Long ago, Baiame, the Great Creator, looked down upon the land and saw that the people were struggling. They had no way to hunt for food or protect themselves from danger. Feeling compassion for his people, Baiame decided to give them a gift that would help them survive.

Baiame descended from the sky and gathered the people around him. "I have come to teach you the ways of the land," he said. He showed them how to make the first boomerangs and spears, using the wood from the sacred trees. With these tools, the people could hunt animals and provide for their families.

Next, Baiame taught the people how to fish, showing them which rivers and lakes were rich with fish. He demonstrated how to weave nets from reeds and how to spear fish with precision. "Use these gifts wisely," Baiame said. "Take only what you need, and always give thanks to the land and the creatures that sustain you."

Baiame's final gift was the gift of fire. He showed the people how to create fire by rubbing sticks together, a skill that allowed them to cook food and stay warm during the cold nights. The people were overjoyed and thanked Baiame for his kindness.

Baiame smiled and ascended back into the sky, becoming a star that watched over the people. From that day on, the people thrived. They remembered Baiame's teachings and passed them down through generations, honoring him with dances, songs, and stories. Baiame's gifts helped shape the way of life for the people, reminding them always to live in harmony with the land and its creatures.