On the Scouting trail, a Cub Scout progresses from rank to rank, learning new skills as they go. Each of the ranks and awards in Cub Scouting have their own requirements. As a Scout advances through the ranks, the adventures along the trail get more challenging to match the a scout's skills and abilities as they get older.
Lion
A Lion Cub Scout is in Kindergarten.
A Lion Cub Scout must complete 7 Lion Adventures, earning their Adventure Belt Loops which they proudly wear on their belt. Along the way they earn their neckerchief, learn about their community, take a hike and learn some basic scouting skills. When the Lion Scout has earned their seven Adventure Loops, they receive their Lion Badge in a special ceremony. More Lion Adventures Loops can be earned even after the badge is received.
Bobcat
No matter what age or grade a boy joins Cub Scouting, they must earn their Bobcat badge before they can advance to the rank of Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, or Arrow of Light. To earn this badge, the scout must complete the Bobcat requirements, which include:
- Learn the Cub Scout motto, Scout Oath, & Scout Law and what they mean;
- Show the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake and tell what they mean;
- Show that you understand and believe that it is important to be honest and trustworthy.
Tiger
A Tiger Cub Scout is in 1st Grade.
A Tiger Cub Scout must complete 7 Tiger Adventures, earning their Adventure Belt Loops which they proudly wear on their belt. Along the way they learn about their community, how to keep healthy, take a hike and learn some scouting skills. When the Tiger Scout has earned their seven Adventure Loops, they receive their Tiger Badge in a special ceremony. More Tiger Adventures Loops can be earned even after the badge is received.
Wolf
A Wolf Cub Scout is in 2nd Grade.
A Wolf Cub Scout must complete 7 Wolf Adventures, earning their Adventure Belt Loops which they proudly wears on their belt. Along the way they learn about service in their community, performing with their den, physical fitness, more hiking and learns more advanced scouting skills. When the Wolf Scout has earned their seven Adventure Loops, they receive their Wolf Badge in a special ceremony. More Wolf Adventures Loops can be earned even after the badge is received.
Bear
A Bear Cub Scout is in 3rd Grade.
A Bear Cub Scout must complete 7 Bear Adventures, earning their Adventure Belt Loops which they proudly wear on their belt. Along the way they learn about the value of helping others, being loyal to your country, knife safety, and learns some outdoor scouting skills. When the Bear Scout has earned their seven Adventure Loops, they receive their Bear Badge in a special ceremony. More Bear Adventures Loops can be earned even after the badge is received.
Webelos
A Webelos Scout is in 4th Grade.
A Webelos Scout must complete 6 Webelos Adventures, earning their Adventure Pins which they wear proudly on their Weblos Colors (shoulder ribbons). Along the way they learn nutrition through menu planning, first aid, the importance of physical fitness, and outdoor scouting skills. Once the Webelos Scout has earned their six Adventure Pins, they receive their Webelos Badge in a special ceremony. More Webelos Adventure Pins may be earned even after the badge is received.
Arrow of Light
An Arrow of Lighter (formerly Webelos II) is in 5th grade.
An Arrow of Light Scout must complete 5 Arrow of Light Adventures, earning their Adventure Pins which they wear proudly on their Weblos Colors (shoulder ribbons). Along the way they learn citizenship, outdoor skills, and the requirements for bridging into a Boy Scout Troop. Once the Arrow of Light Scout has earned their five Adventure Pins, they receive the Arrow of Light Badge in a special ceremony. More Arrow of Light Adventure Pins may be earned even after the badge is received.
The Arrow of Light Award is the only Cub Scout Badge that can be worn on the Boy Scout uniform when a Scout bridges into a Boy Scout Troop. Adult Scout Leaders who earned the Arrow of Light Award when they were in Cub Scouting may show their achievement by wearing the Arrow of Light square knot on their leader uniform.