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The Advancement Trail from Boy Scouts of America - www.scouting.org On the advancement trail, a Cub Scout progresses from rank to rank, learning new skills as he goes. Each of the ranks and awards in Cub Scouting has its own requirements. As you advance through the ranks, the requirements get more challenging, to match the new skills and abilities you learn as you get older. Click here to more information. BobcatNo 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. A boy must complete the Bobcat requirements, which include: - Learn and say the Cub Scout motto, the Cub Scout Promise, and the Law of the Pack and tell what they mean;
- Show the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake and tell what they mean; and
- Show that you understand and believe that it is important to be honest and trustworthy.
Other Youth Awards - these are some less known awards that can be earned by your Cub Scout.. In addition to the awards available through the Cub Scout advancement program and the Academics and Sports program, Cub Scouts may earn a number of individual awards, including the following: Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award Tiger Cubs, Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts have the opportunity to earn the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award. This award recognizes the Scout's participation in outdoor recreation and conservation projects, and can often be earned in conjunction with other Scouting activities. Click here for more information. Religious AwarenessTo encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, many religious groups have instituted programs that enable youth to earn a religious emblem. The Boy Scouts of America has approved of these programs and allows the emblems to be worn on the official uniform. However, the emblems are awarded through the various religious organizations rather than the BSA. Click here for more information. Workbooks and additional material for this award are available on www.scoutstuff.org.  Cub Scout World Conservation Award Webelos Scouts can earn the Cub Scout World Conservation Award by earning the Forester, Naturalist, and Outdoorsman activity badges and participating in a den or pack conservation project. Leave No Trace Awareness AwardLeave No Trace is a plan that helps people to be more concerned about their environment and helps them protect it for future generations. Cub Scouts and leaders are eligible to earn the Leave No Trace Awareness Award. Click here for more information. Emergency Preparedness AwardEmergency preparedness means being prepared for all kinds of emergencies, able to respond in time of crisis to save lives and property and to help a community—or even a nation—return to normal life after a disaster occurs. To encourage Scouts of all ages to be prepared for emergency situations, the BSA has approved an Emergency Preparedness Award program for members of all ages. To learn more about the award requirements and download an application form, visit the Emergency Preparedness Award page. Scouting EventsCub Scouts who participate in Cub Scout derbies, field days, and other competitive events can win trophies, medals, or certificates for their performance and participation. The medals can be displayed on the Scout's uniform at appropriate events. The Academics subjects and Sports activities allow boys to learn new techniques, increase scholarship skills, develop sportsmanship, and have fun. NASA has developed a Beltloops and Pins program for Cub Scouts, as well as an Arrow Point Trail. The Boy Scout Trail resource website also a complete explanation of all beltloops and pins, including requirements.
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Scout Advancement
