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What patches can Cub Scouts earn?

Awards Cub Scouts Earn as Individuals

  • Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award.
  • Cub Scout Shooting Sports Award.
  • Cub Scout World Conservation Award.
  • Cub Scout Cyber-chip.
  • Interpreter Strip.
  • Messengers of Peace.
  • National Summer Time Pack Award.
  • NOVA and Supernova.

What are Cub Scout badges called?

Tiger, Wolf, and Bear badges Cub Scouts in first grade work toward the Tiger badge, while those in second grade work toward the Wolf badge, and those in third grade work toward the Bear badge.

Can Cub Scouts wear jeans?

The troop’s number, 501, is no coincidence. Named for the famous Levi’s jeans, Troop 501 allows its Scouts to wear any kind of pants or shorts they want with their uniform shirt. Yes, even denim.

What is the order of Cub Scout ranks?

Cub Scout Ranks

  • Lion Cub – Kindergarten.
  • Bobcat.
  • Tiger – 1st Grade.
  • Wolf – 2nd Grade.
  • Bear – 3rd Grade.
  • Webelos – 4th and 5th Grade.
  • Arrow of Light.

How many badges are there for a Cub Scout?

Pick your badge – there are 16 for you to choose from! Plan your adventures – big, small, or somewhere in the middle. With help from a parent, Scouter or older youth, plan four adventures related to your badge.

How to earn Cub Scout awards?

Based on different topics such as hiking, nature, science, citizenship, first aid, sports, and more, adventures are earned as a Cub Scout advances toward their badge of rank. Once an adventure is completed, a Cub Scout receives recognition in the form of an adventure loop or adventure pin.

Why to join Cub Scouts?

Boys join Cub Scouting because they want to have fun. For boys, however, fun means a lot more than just having a good time. “Fun” is a boy’s code word for the satisfaction he gets from meeting challenges, having friends, feeling good about himself, and feeling he is important to other people.

What are the requirements for boy to join Cub Scouts?

Meet age requirements. Complete a Boy Scout application and health history signed by your parent or guardian. Find a Scout troop near your home. Repeat the Pledge of Allegiance. Demonstrate the Scout sign, salute, and handshake. Demonstrate tying the square knot (a joining knot).