Royal Rangers - Wisconsin N. Michigan

05/26/2026

Years ago, Red Skelton gave a powerful explanation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. He took words many people had said for years and slowed them down so boys and girls could understand what they were truly saying.

Each week, we say our pledges. And if we are not careful, we can say them by memory but not by meaning. We can repeat the words by habit and miss the conviction behind them.

So today, I want us to slow down and think about what we are saying. When we pledge allegiance to the Christian flag, we are not just reciting words. We are proclaiming something. We are declaring who we belong to, what kingdom we stand for, and how we are called to live.

My prayer is that these words would not simply be something our boys memorize, but something that becomes a deep personal conviction in their hearts.

A Reflection on the Pledge to the Christian Flag
I —
That means me.
Not someone else. Not just my church. Not just my pastor, my parents, or my friends.
It is my own personal decision.

Pledge —
That means I make a promise.
A promise of loyalty, devotion, and commitment.
Not only with my words, but with my life.

Allegiance —
That means I give my heart’s loyalty.
My highest devotion does not belong to popularity, comfort, money, or fear.
My allegiance belongs first to Jesus Christ.

To the Christian flag —
This flag is a symbol.
It is not something we worship, but something that reminds us whom we worship.
It points us to Christ, His cross, His truth, His Church, and His mission in the world.

And to the Savior —
Not merely to a cause.
Not merely to a tradition.
Not merely to a denomination or building.
But to the Savior Himself: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who came to seek and save the lost.

For whose kingdom it stands —
This kingdom is not built on human power.
It does not rise and fall with elections, armies, borders, or governments.
It is the kingdom of God: a kingdom of righteousness, peace, joy, mercy, holiness, and truth.

One brotherhood —
That means all who belong to Christ are part of one family.
We may come from different nations, different backgrounds, different languages, and different stories, but through Jesus we become brothers and sisters.

Uniting all mankind —
The message of Christ is for the whole world.
The Gospel is not limited to one people, one country, one race, or one generation.
Jesus gave His life for all, and He calls His Church to carry His love to all.

In service —
That means we do not live only for ourselves.
We serve because Jesus served.
We give because Jesus gave.
We help, forgive, teach, pray, go, and love because we are following the One who first loved us.

And in love —
Love is the mark of the Christian life.
Not pride. Not hatred. Not selfishness. Not bitterness.
Love for God. Love for one another. Love for the lost. Love for our neighbors.
And yes, even love for our enemies.

So when we say:

“I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag,
and to the Savior for whose kingdom it stands;
one brotherhood, uniting all mankind
in service and in love,”

we are saying:

I belong to Jesus.
I stand for His kingdom.
I am part of His family.
I will serve others in His name.
And by the grace of God, I will live a life marked by love.

05/26/2026

Before a boy ever wears the medals, earns the merits, or stands around a campfire, there is something deeper we are trying to build in him.

We are not just trying to teach skills.
We are helping shape character.

The Royal Rangers Pledge is different from the other pledges we say. It is not a pledge to a flag. It is a pledge of a Royal Ranger. It is a personal commitment that says, “This is the kind of young man I want to become, and with God’s help, this is the kind of life I will pursue.”

These words are not meant to be rushed through or repeated without thought. They are meant to become a compass for a boy’s heart — guiding how he serves God, strengthens his church, treats others, lives with character, and follows the way of Jesus.

Our prayer is that every boy would say this pledge with more than his voice. We want him to say it with understanding, with courage, and with deep personal conviction.

A Reflection on the Royal Rangers Pledge

With God’s help —
That means I do not do this in my own strength.
I need God’s wisdom, God’s courage, God’s forgiveness, and God’s power.
Before I promise what I will do, I admit who I need.

I will —
That means I am making a choice.
Not “I might.” Not “I’ll try if it is easy.”
I am deciding, with God’s help, to live this way.

Do my best —
That does not mean I will be perfect.
It means I will give God my strongest effort.
I will not be lazy, careless, or half-hearted.
I will grow, learn, improve, and keep going.

To serve God —
That means my life belongs first to the Lord.
I serve Him with my worship, my obedience, my attitude, my choices, and my actions.
I want my life to honor Jesus.

My church —
That means I am part of a spiritual family.
I do not just attend church; I help build it.
I can serve by showing respect, helping leaders, encouraging others, inviting friends, and using my gifts for God.

And my fellowman —
That means I care about people.
Not just people who are like me.
Not just people who are easy to love.
God calls me to serve my family, my friends, my neighbors, my community, and people in need.

To live by the Ranger Code —
That means my character matters.
A Royal Ranger is called to be alert, clean, honest, courageous, loyal, courteous, obedient, and spiritual.
These are not just words on a poster. They are qualities God can build into my life.

To make the Golden Rule —
The Golden Rule is what Jesus taught:
to treat others the way I want to be treated.
That means I think before I speak, I care before I criticize, and I choose kindness over selfishness.

My daily rule —
That means this is not just for church.
Not just for Rangers.
Not just for camp.
This is for every day: at home, at school, online, on the playground, in the outpost, and wherever God sends me.

So when we say:

“With God’s help,
I will do my best
to serve God, my church, and my fellowman;
to live by the Ranger Code;
to make the Golden Rule my daily rule,”

we are saying:

I need God’s help.
I will give my best.
I will serve the Lord.
I will strengthen my church.
I will care for others.
I will live with character.
And by God’s grace, I will treat people the way Jesus taught me to treat them.

Check out https://wnmdrangers.org/ for more information

05/22/2026

Today is full of exciting camp news!

The brand-new BGMC Summer Camp 2026 Trading Cards have officially arrived in our building, and we cannot wait to get them into the hands of kids this summer.

Every boy and girl who attends one of our summer camps will receive the new Summer Camp 2026 card.

You can get the brand-new cards at:
All Boys Camp
Great Girls Escape
Family Camp
Assembly Park Kids Camp
Called To Go Camp
Spencer Lake Kids Camp

The only way to get these cards is to attend camp this summer!
Make sure your kids are registered and ready for an unforgettable summer of fun, friendship, and powerful moments with Jesus.

Learn more and register here:
https://wnmdkids.org/kids-camp/

05/08/2026

Boys need more than a program—they need godly men who will show up, lead, disciple, and help them discover who God created them to be.

Royal Rangers gives boys a place to belong, a life of adventure, and a path toward becoming godly young men.

Here in Wisconsin/Northern Michigan, we are committed to helping boys be ready—ready to follow Jesus, ready to serve, ready to lead, ready to stand for truth, and ready for anything.

Let’s invest in our boys today and help raise the godly men of tomorrow.

05/07/2026

I just realized I forgot to post pics from last weekends FCF adventure/advancement weekend.

04/13/2026

The deadline to register for FCF Adventure and Advancement camps are coming up quickly....April 16th at 11:59 p.m. No registrations will be allowed after that time.

03/26/2026

Reminder that the $15 early bird discount for FCF Adventure and Advancement camps end on April 1st.

03/12/2026

2026 FCF Adventure and Advancement camps
Hello FCF Brothers!

Our Chippewa Chapter FCF Adventure and Advancement camps are quickly approaching! Dates for the camps are May 1-3 this year. The early bird registration discount of $15 ends on April 1st. There is a hard registration deadline of April 17th...we will not accept ANY registrations after that date regardless of reason.

The Adventure camp is an Academy camp and counts toward earing the sabre. JTC graduation is not required for this camp, but the "young buck" must be age 11 by the time the camp starts. Participants do NOT need to attend Fall Trace to fulfill the sabre requirement, although we do highly recommend it.

Please spread the word to potential "greenhorns" in your church and outpost as we do need a minimum of (6) students to have the camp. Also, remind those that have graduated from the Adventure camp and may want to continue their FCF life by attending the Advancement camps to become Buckskin or Wilderness.

There is more information on the district website "rangerboys.org" as well as the registration link to sign up for the camps. Feel free to email me at [email protected] as well.

Looking forward to camping with you all in a few weeks!

Squints aka Rob Friske

03/05/2026

Hello Royal Rangers Leaders,

Many of you were with us at All Boys Camp last year, and you saw firsthand what God is doing through Royal Rangers across our Network. If you’d like to hear more about Royal Rangers, get aligned for the year ahead, and connect with other leaders, I want to invite you to our upcoming WNMD Royal Rangers Leaders Conference on Friday, April 18, held at the Cedar Creek Hotel in Rothschild, WI.

This conference is one of the best opportunities each year to get equipped, get encouraged, and get connected with other commanders and outpost leaders from across our Network. You’ll walk away with practical help and fresh momentum as we head into the camping season.

Why you should be there:

Connect with other leaders — share ideas, ask questions, and build relationships with men serving in the same mission.

Get key information for the upcoming camping season — updates, planning details, and what you need to know to lead well.

Hear what’s new in Royal Rangers — this year we’re excited to host John Hicks from the National Royal Rangers office, bringing updates and insight from across the Fellowship.

Celebrate our young men at the banquet — we’ll honor those who have completed the Junior Leadership Development Academy, and it’s going to be a meaningful moment for them and for all of us.

Please register early so we can plan well for meals, seating, and materials.

Register here: https://wnmdrangers.org/leaderscon/

Thank you for investing in the next generation of godly men. I’m looking forward to seeing you on April 18.

Wisconsin / N. Michigan RR LEADERS CONFERENCE & ACADEMY BANQUET Our next leaders conference will take place April 18, 2026! Conference & Academy Banquet Registration Cedar Creek Hotel Information April 18, 2026 Conference: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Academy Banquet: 6:00 pm- 9:00pm Cedar Creek Hotel & Conferen...

02/13/2026

https://wnmdrangers.org/all-boys-camp/. You can download this video and more coming soon. All Boys Camp promises to be a great adventure