On the advancement trail, a Cub Scout progresses towards a badge of rank based on their grade. They need not have earned the previous rank in order to earn the next. Each of the ranks in Cub Scouting has its own requirements that are age appropriate, so earning a rank below a Cub Scout’s current grade is not permitted. As a Cub Scout advances through the ranks, the requirements get more challenging, to match the new skills and abilities they have learned.
Kindergartners work toward the Lion rank. The Lion rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures as described below. Although participation with an adult partner is required for all Lion awards, recognition items are for the Scouts only.
1. Complete the Six required adventures:
Bobcat
Mountain Lion
Fun on the Run!
King of the Jungle
Lion's Roar
With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
Lion's Pride
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are sixteen elective adventures to choose from.
First graders work toward the Tiger rank. The Tiger rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures, as described below. Although participation with an adult partner is required for all Tiger awards, recognition items are for the Scouts only.
1. Complete each of the six required adventures:
Bobcat
Tigers in the Wild
Tiger Bites
Team Tiger
Tiger's Roar
With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
Tiger Circles
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are twenty elective adventures to choose from.
Second graders work toward the Wolf rank. The Wolf rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures, as described below.
1. Complete each of the six required adventures:
Bobcat
Paws on the Path
Running With the Pack
Council Fire
Safety in Numbers
With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
Footsteps
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are twenty elective adventures to choose from.
Third graders work toward the Bear rank. The Bear rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures, as described below.
1. Complete each of the six required adventures:
Bobcat
Bear Habitat
Bear Strong
Paws for Action
Standing Tall
With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
Fellowship
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are twenty elective adventures to choose from.
Fourth graders work toward the Webelos rank. The Webelos rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures, as described below.
1. Complete each of the six required adventures:
Bobcat
Webelos Walkabout
Stronger, Faster, Higher
My Community
My Safety
With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
My Family
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are twenty elective adventures to choose from.
Fifth graders work toward the Arrow of Light rank. The Arrow of Light rank is earned by completing six required adventures and two elective adventures, as described below.
Complete each of the six required adventures:
Bobcat
Outdoor Adventurer
Personal Fitness
Citizenship
First Aid
With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
Duty to God
2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventures of your den’s or family’s choosing. There are sixteen elective adventures to choose from.