     
Bobcat, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, & Webelos Cub
Scouts
Advancement is the process by which a boy progresses from
badge to badge, learning new skills as he goes. The Cub Scout
advancement program is designed to encourage the natural interests
of a boy in a natural way. Each of the ranks and awards in
Cub Scouting has its own requirements. As a boy advances through
the ranks, requirements are progressively more challenging,
matching the increased skills and abilities of a boy as he
grows older.
Advancement is one of the methods used to achieve Scouting's
aims—character development, citizenship training, and personal
fitness. Everything a Cub Scout does to advance is designed to
achieve these aims and aid in his personal growth. These badges
are a means to an end—not an end in themselves.
 Announcing
the NEW Fast Tracks Program!
FAST TRACKS is a series of den meeting plans (two den meetings
per month) designed to be used in conjunction with the youth
handbooks. By following the prescribed den meeting plans as
written, the boys will fulfill the requirements necessary to
earn the badge of rank by early spring.
Bobcat
Rank
This is the first rank a Cub Scout earns. 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.
 Tiger
Cub Rank 
The Tiger Cub program is for boys ages 7 years old or in the
1st grade. To begin his path to the Tiger Cub rank, the Tiger
Cub must learn the Cub Scout promise, the Cub Scout sign,
and the Cub Scout salute. When he has accomplished these tasks,
he will be awarded his Tiger Cub immediate recognition emblem.
This is a tiger paw with four strands for beads that he wears
on the right pocket.
As a boy completes each part of the 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.
Wolf
Rank
The Wolf rank is for boys who have completed first grade (or
who are 8 years old). To earn the Wolf badge, a boy must pass
12 achievements involving simple physical and mental skills.
His parent or guardian approves each achievement by signing his
book. When all requirements are satisfied, the Wolf badge is
presented to his parent or guardian at the next pack meeting
in an impressive advancement ceremony, during which the parent
or guardian in turn presents the badge to the boy.
After he has earned the Wolf badge, a boy is encouraged to work
on the 22 Wolf electives until he completes second grade (or
turns 9 years old). More than 100 elective projects are aimed
at kindling his interest in new hobbies, as well as teaching
him skills that will be useful during his Boy Scout years. 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.
Bear
Rank
The Bear rank is for boys who have completed second grade (or
are 9 years old). There are 24 Bear achievements in four categories;
boys must complete 12 of these to earn the Bear badge. These
requirements are more difficult and challenging than those for
the Wolf badge. When the boy has earned his Bear badge, he may
work on electives for credit toward Arrow Points to be worn under
the Bear badge.
Webelos
Rank
Webelos dens are for boys who have completed third grade (or
reached age 10). The Webelos den program is different from the
Cub Scout den program: Instead of being based on a monthly theme,
the Webelos den program is based on one of 20 Webelos activities.
Webelos Scouts work on requirements during their weekly den meetings.
Once the boy learns the skill, he practices it at den meetings
and at home on his own. The boy's family is encouraged to help
him at home.
When a boy has completed the requirements for an activity badge,
the Webelos den leader or activity badge counselor, rather than
a parent, approves most of the activity badges.
Arrow
of Light Award
The pinnacle of Cub Scouting is the Arrow of Light Award. The
requirements for this badge include developing outdoor skills,
gaining an understanding of the values of Scouting, and preparing
to become a Boy Scout.
This recognition is the only Cub Scout badge that can be worn
on the Boy Scout uniform when a boy graduates into a troop. Adult
leaders who earned the Arrow of Light as a youth may also wear
the appropriate square knot on their adult uniform. Webelos Scouts
who have earned the Arrow of Light Award have also completed
all requirements for the Boy Scout badge.
  
Cub Scout Academics and Sports Programs
The Cub Scout Academics and Sports program is a supplemental
enrichment program that complements the existing Cub Scout
program. The Academics subjects and Sports activities allow
boys to learn new techniques, increase scholarship skills,
develop sportsmanship, and have fun. Emphasis is on introducing
a boy to a sport or academic subject, allowing him to participate
in it and encouraging him to do his best. The Academics and
Sports program focuses on learning and skill development—not
winning. Boys participating in the program will be recognized
for enjoying teamwork, developing physical fitness, and discovering
and building new talents. The Academics and Sports program
encourages a boy to do his best.
Academics and Sports Belt Loops
A Scout may earn a belt loop to wear with his uniform by
completing three specific requirements for each Academics or Sports
activity. He can take part in three ways: (1) by himself or
with his family, (2) in his den or pack, or (3) in school.
Academics and Sports Letter and Pins
Once the Scout has earned the belt loop, he can
stop. But if he wants to do more with the activity, he
may complete extra requirements to earn a pin. A good place to
display Academics and Sports pins is on the Academics and Sports
letter. The letter can be worn on a sweater or a jacket,
or displayed or framed. The letter does not go on the Cub Scout
uniform. There are no special requirements for earning the letter,
because it's just for displaying the pins.
Additional Recognitions
Besides the belt loops and pins, there are other kinds
of recognitions for the Academics and Sports program. These include
pocket cards, medals, trophies, and a program emblem.
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