Cub Scout Ranks
Cub Scouts are boys or girls in grades K through 5. All Cub Scouts must first earn their Bobcat rank, showing their knowledge of the Cub Scout Oath, the Cub Scout Law, the Cub Scout Motto, the Cub Scout handshake, the Cub Scout salute, the Cub Scout sign, tell the meaning of WEBELOS, and a review with their parents about how to protect your children from child abuse. At the end of their Webelos 2 year, the scouts may also earn their Arrow of Light and/or transition into a Boy Scout Troop.
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Bobcat
Cub Scout Bobcat badge requirement resources include the Cub Scout Promise & Law of the Pack. Cub Scouts must "earn the Bobcat badge first before receiving any other award or rank."
"The Bobcat badge is earned prior to all other ranks. If a boy joins Cub Scouting as a Wolf, Bear, or Webelos, he must earn the Bobcat badge first before receiving any other award or rank. - Advancement Policies, pp. 18-21 |
"No matter what age or grade a boy joins Cub Scouting, he must earn his Bobcat Badge before he can advance to the rank of Tiger Cub, Wolf, Bear, or Webelos. A boy must complete the Bobcat requirements, which include demonstrating his understanding of Scouting's core values. He must be able to recite the Cub Scout Promise, Law of the Pack, motto, and demonstrate the Cub Scout sign, handshake, and salute. He must also explain what each of these ideals means, in addition to demonstrating his understanding of the core values of honesty and trustworthiness, and explaining their importance." - Cub Scout Advancement
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Bobcat_badge Bobcat Badge Requirements
1. Learn and say the Cub Scout Promise and complete the Honesty Character Connection.
The Cub Scout Promise
I ____(name)____ promise to do my best
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.
The Honesty Character Connection
Know: Discuss these questions with your family. What is a promise? What does it mean to "keep your word?" What does honesty mean? What does it mean to "do your best?"
Commit: Discuss these questions with your family. Why is a promise important? Why is it important for people to trust you when you give your word? When might it be difficult to keep your word? List examples.
Practice: Discuss with family members why it is important to be trustworthy and honest and how can you do your best to be honest when you are doing the activities in Cub Scouting.
2. Say the Law of the Pack. Tell what it means.
The Cub Scout follows Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout Grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
3. Tell what Webelos means. WE'll BE LOyal Scouts
4. Show the Cub Scout sign. Tell what it means.
5. Show the Cub Scout handshake. Tell what it means.
6. Say the Cub Scout motto. A motto is a guiding principle. Do Your Best.
7. Give the Cub Scout salute. Tell what it means.
8. With your adult partner, complete the exercises in the parent's guide, "How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse."
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Bobcat_badge Bobcat Badge Requirements
1. Learn and say the Cub Scout Promise and complete the Honesty Character Connection.
The Cub Scout Promise
I ____(name)____ promise to do my best
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.
The Honesty Character Connection
Know: Discuss these questions with your family. What is a promise? What does it mean to "keep your word?" What does honesty mean? What does it mean to "do your best?"
Commit: Discuss these questions with your family. Why is a promise important? Why is it important for people to trust you when you give your word? When might it be difficult to keep your word? List examples.
Practice: Discuss with family members why it is important to be trustworthy and honest and how can you do your best to be honest when you are doing the activities in Cub Scouting.
2. Say the Law of the Pack. Tell what it means.
The Cub Scout follows Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout Grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
3. Tell what Webelos means. WE'll BE LOyal Scouts
4. Show the Cub Scout sign. Tell what it means.
5. Show the Cub Scout handshake. Tell what it means.
6. Say the Cub Scout motto. A motto is a guiding principle. Do Your Best.
7. Give the Cub Scout salute. Tell what it means.
8. With your adult partner, complete the exercises in the parent's guide, "How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse."
Tiger
The Tiger Cub Scout program is for boys who have completed Kindergarten (or are age 7). After earning the Bobcat badge, a boy may earn the Tiger Cub badge by completing achievements involving simple physical and mental skills. Each month Tiger Cubs generally have at least two den meetings, a pack meeting, and a "Go See It" den meeting outing. The program section of the Tiger Cub den meeting is usually divided into three parts, corresponding to the Tiger Cub Motto:
- Share. Each boy shares something that he's done since the last meeting.
- Search. Leaders and Den Chiefs will discuss the next Go See It outing. This activity could fulfill one of the achievement requirements or one of the elective requirements, or it could relate to the monthly theme.
- Discover. During Discover time, the den leader may introduce the monthly theme and talk about what the den will be doing for the pack meeting. Then the boys will play games, have activities, take part in outdoor activities, or work on advancement requirements.
"The Bobcat badge is earned prior to all other ranks. If a boy joins Cub Scouting as a Wolf, Bear, or Webelos, he must earn the Bobcat badge first before receiving any other award or rank. - Advancement Policies, pp. 18-21
As a boy completes each part of the Tiger Cub achievements, he will be awarded either an orange (den activities), white (family activities), or black ("Go See It") bead. When the boy has earned five beads of each color, he is eligible to receive his Tiger Cub badge. The Tiger Cub badge is presented to the adult partner at the next pack meeting. In an impressive ceremony, the adult partner in turn presents the badge to the boy. Tiger Cubs can complete Tiger Cub Electives and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“A boy on joining wants to begin Scouting right away.” — Robert Baden-Powell
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Tiger_Cub_Scout
As a boy completes each part of the Tiger Cub achievements, he will be awarded either an orange (den activities), white (family activities), or black ("Go See It") bead. When the boy has earned five beads of each color, he is eligible to receive his Tiger Cub badge. The Tiger Cub badge is presented to the adult partner at the next pack meeting. In an impressive ceremony, the adult partner in turn presents the badge to the boy. Tiger Cubs can complete Tiger Cub Electives and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“A boy on joining wants to begin Scouting right away.” — Robert Baden-Powell
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Tiger_Cub_Scout
Wolf
The Wolf Cub Scout program is for boys who have completed first grade (or are age 8). After earning the Bobcat badge, a boy may earn the Wolf badge by completing achievements involving simple physical and mental skills.
Often, den meeting activities enable the Wolf Cub Scouts to complete requirements toward an award or rank. The den leader can initial the requirement in the boys' handbooks, but it must also be signed by a parent or guardian to indicate the requirement has been completed. The Den Chief helps lead the meetings. The Denners and Assistant Den Leaders lead Opening and Closing flag ceremonies and help with setup and cleanup.
Often, den meeting activities enable the Wolf Cub Scouts to complete requirements toward an award or rank. The den leader can initial the requirement in the boys' handbooks, but it must also be signed by a parent or guardian to indicate the requirement has been completed. The Den Chief helps lead the meetings. The Denners and Assistant Den Leaders lead Opening and Closing flag ceremonies and help with setup and cleanup.
After he has earned the Wolf badge, a boy is encouraged to work on any of the Wolf projects. When he completes 10 elective projects, he earns a Gold Arrow Point to wear under the Wolf badge. For each additional 10 elective projects completed, he earns a Silver Arrow Point. Wolf Cub Scouts can complete and repeat Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
"A boy is not a sitting-down animal." — Robert Baden-Powell
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Wolf_Cub_Scout
"A boy is not a sitting-down animal." — Robert Baden-Powell
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Wolf_Cub_Scout
Bear
The Bear Cub Scout program is for boys who have completed second grade (or are age 9). After earning the Bobcat badge, a boy may earn the Bear badge by completing 12 achievements in four different categories: God, Country, Family, and Self.
Often, den meeting activities enable the Bear Cub Scouts to complete requirements toward an award or rank. The den leader can initial the requirement in the boys' handbooks, but it must also be signed by a parent or guardian to indicate the requirement has been completed. The Den Chief helps lead the meetings. The Denners and Assistant Den Leaders lead Opening and Closing flag ceremonies and help with setup and cleanup.
Often, den meeting activities enable the Bear Cub Scouts to complete requirements toward an award or rank. The den leader can initial the requirement in the boys' handbooks, but it must also be signed by a parent or guardian to indicate the requirement has been completed. The Den Chief helps lead the meetings. The Denners and Assistant Den Leaders lead Opening and Closing flag ceremonies and help with setup and cleanup.
After he has earned the Bear badge, a boy is encouraged to work on any of 100 Bear Electives projects. When he completes 10 elective projects, he earns a Gold Arrow Point to wear under the Bear badge. For each additional 10 elective projects completed, he earns a Silver Arrow Point. Bear Cub Scouts can complete Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Bear_Cub_Scout
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Bear_Cub_Scout
Webelos 1
The Webelos Scout Program prepares boys who have completed third grade or are age 10 but have not yet completed fifth grade or reached age 11 1/2 to bridge into a troop. Pronounced "WEE-buh-los", the word "Webelos" means WE'll BE LOyal Scouts. After earning the Bobcat badge, a boy may earn the Webelos Badge and Arrow of Light Award. Shorter Webelos Scout Programs are available for Webelos who start in fifth grade to earn their Arrow of Light in as little as six months.
The Webelos Program is more challenging than Tiger, Wolf, and Bear programs for younger Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts take part in Cub Scout pack meetings and activities as well as Webelos den meetings, activities, and outdoor fun. Webelos Scouts can earn Webelos Activity Badges and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“ Most Webelos Scouts are in this program for about 18 months. ” — Webelos Handbook, p. 4.
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Webelos_Badge
The Webelos Program is more challenging than Tiger, Wolf, and Bear programs for younger Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts take part in Cub Scout pack meetings and activities as well as Webelos den meetings, activities, and outdoor fun. Webelos Scouts can earn Webelos Activity Badges and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“ Most Webelos Scouts are in this program for about 18 months. ” — Webelos Handbook, p. 4.
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Webelos_Badge
Webelos 2
The Webelos Scout Program prepares boys who have completed third grade or are age 10 but have not yet completed fifth grade or reached age 11 1/2 to bridge into a troop. Pronounced "WEE-buh-los", the word "Webelos" means WE'll BE LOyal Scouts. After earning the Bobcat badge, a boy may earn the Webelos Badge and Arrow of Light Award. Shorter Webelos Scout Programs are available for Webelos who start in fifth grade to earn their Arrow of Light in as little as six months.
The Webelos Program is more challenging than Tiger, Wolf, and Bear programs for younger Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts take part in Cub Scout pack meetings and activities as well as Webelos den meetings, activities, and outdoor fun. Webelos Scouts can earn Webelos Activity Badges and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“ Most Webelos Scouts are in this program for about 18 months. ” — Webelos Handbook, p. 4.
The highest award in Cub Scouting is the Webelos Arrow of Light award. It is the only Cub Scout badge that you can wear on your Boy Scout uniform. You will work on outdoor skills, physically fitness, and learn more about citizenship and working with others. Upon completion of Arrow of Light, you can bridge into a Boy Scout troop. The Arrow of Light award is worn on the left pocket flap of the blue Cub Scout Uniform or below the left pocket of the tan Boy Scout Uniform.
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Webelos_Badge
The Webelos Program is more challenging than Tiger, Wolf, and Bear programs for younger Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts take part in Cub Scout pack meetings and activities as well as Webelos den meetings, activities, and outdoor fun. Webelos Scouts can earn Webelos Activity Badges and Belt Loops and Pins at any time.
“ Most Webelos Scouts are in this program for about 18 months. ” — Webelos Handbook, p. 4.
The highest award in Cub Scouting is the Webelos Arrow of Light award. It is the only Cub Scout badge that you can wear on your Boy Scout uniform. You will work on outdoor skills, physically fitness, and learn more about citizenship and working with others. Upon completion of Arrow of Light, you can bridge into a Boy Scout troop. The Arrow of Light award is worn on the left pocket flap of the blue Cub Scout Uniform or below the left pocket of the tan Boy Scout Uniform.
Source: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Webelos_Badge
Cub Scout Uniforms
The Cub Scout uniform has the following parts:
- Shirt - The official uniform shirt is available with long or short sleeves and has button-flap pockets and "Boy Scouts of America" lettered in gold above the right pocket.
- Trousers or shorts - Official blue. Optional for all Cub Scouts, normally we conform to presentable blue jeans or jean shorts.
- Belt - Official navy-blue web belt with metal buckle and Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, or Webelos Scout emblem. Optional for all Cub Scouts but useful as scouts earn their belt loops.
- Cap - Official navy-blue cap with orange front panel and tiger cub emblem for Tiger Cubs; yellow panel and wolf emblem for Wolf Cub Scouts; blue panel and bear emblem for Bear Cub Scouts. Webelos Scouts wear an olive cap with a plain panel bearing the Webelos logo.
- Socks - Official socks are available in three lengths: ankle, crew, and knee. Tiger Cubs' socks are navy blue with orange tops. Cub Scouts' socks are navy blue with gold tops. Optional for all Cub Scouts.
- Neckerchief - Triangular neckerchief is orange with navy-blue trim for Tiger Cubs, gold with navy-blue trim for Wolf Cub Scouts, light blue with navy-blue trim for Bear Cub Scouts, and plaid for Webelos Scouts. Official BSA neckerchiefs are the only neckerchiefs that boys should wear. Scouts are responsible for their inital neckerchief and slide, as they earn new ranks they are presented with their new neckerchief and slide.
- Neckerchief slide - Official gold-tone metal slide with the Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, or Webelos Scout logo. Scouts are responsible for their initial neckerchief and slide, as they earn new ranks they are presented with their new neckerchief and slide.
- Badge and Patch Placement PDF
- Cubscout Uniform Inspection Sheet and Patch Placement Form
- Webelos Uniform Inspection Sheet and Patch Placement Form
Tiger, Wolf, Bear: “Class A” Uniform Requirement
a. Navy blue uniform shirt – tucked in (short sleeved recommended)
b. Neckerchief and neckerchief slide (according to rank)
c. Appropriate patches:
1. World crest
2. Council patch (Circle 10)
3. Pack Numeral (531)
4. Den Strip (according to den number)
5. Cub Scout belt (navy blue) with appropriate buckle (according to rank)
d. Additional patches and emblems, as awarded.
e. Dark pants or shorts (jeans are acceptable)
f. An optional “brag vest” is also available for displaying event patches and special awards.
g. Don’t forget your handbook!
a. Navy blue uniform shirt – tucked in (short sleeved recommended)
b. Neckerchief and neckerchief slide (according to rank)
c. Appropriate patches:
1. World crest
2. Council patch (Circle 10)
3. Pack Numeral (531)
4. Den Strip (according to den number)
5. Cub Scout belt (navy blue) with appropriate buckle (according to rank)
d. Additional patches and emblems, as awarded.
e. Dark pants or shorts (jeans are acceptable)
f. An optional “brag vest” is also available for displaying event patches and special awards.
g. Don’t forget your handbook!
Webelos I, II: “Class A” Uniform Requirement
a. Khaki uniform shirt – tucked in (short sleeved recommended)
b. Webelos neckerchief and neckerchief slide
c. Appropriate patches:
1. World crest
2. Council patch (Circle 10)
3. Pack Numeral (531)
4. Patrol emblem (according to patrol name)
d. Webelos belt (green) with webelos buckle
e. Webelos “colors” (a pin consisting of three strips, worn on the shoulder)
f. Additional patches and emblems, as awarded.
g. Green or dark pants/shorts (jeans are acceptable)
h. An optional “brag vest” is also available for displaying event patches and special awards.
i. Don’t forget your handbook!
a. Khaki uniform shirt – tucked in (short sleeved recommended)
b. Webelos neckerchief and neckerchief slide
c. Appropriate patches:
1. World crest
2. Council patch (Circle 10)
3. Pack Numeral (531)
4. Patrol emblem (according to patrol name)
d. Webelos belt (green) with webelos buckle
e. Webelos “colors” (a pin consisting of three strips, worn on the shoulder)
f. Additional patches and emblems, as awarded.
g. Green or dark pants/shorts (jeans are acceptable)
h. An optional “brag vest” is also available for displaying event patches and special awards.
i. Don’t forget your handbook!
“Class B” Uniform Requirement (all scouts and leaders)
a. Pack 531 T-shirt – all scouts in Pack 531 receive 1 free pack t-shirt upon joining.
b. Additional shirts for scouts, leaders, and parents may be purchased.
c. Dark pants or shorts
a. Pack 531 T-shirt – all scouts in Pack 531 receive 1 free pack t-shirt upon joining.
b. Additional shirts for scouts, leaders, and parents may be purchased.
c. Dark pants or shorts