The Wolf rank is for youth who have finished first grade. To earn the Wolf badge, a child must complete six required adventures and two elective adventures. Their parent or guardian and den leader approves each requirement by signing their book, and the child receives an adventure loop for each adventure. When the child has met all requirements, the Wolf badge is presented to their parent or guardian at the next pack meeting. During an impressive ceremony, the parent or guardian then presents the badge to the child.
After they have earned the Wolf badge, a Wolf Scout can work on the remaining Wolf electives until they finish second grade. They can choose elective adventures that may show them new hobbies and teach them skills that will be useful during their Scouts BSA years. When they complete an elective adventure, they receive an additional adventure loop to wear on their belt.