Following are the answers to common questions about Cub Scouting.
Joining Cub Scouting
- How old (or young) can a boy be to join Cub Scouting?
- How can I become an adult volunteer in Cub Scouting?
- Is there a Cub Scout pack in my area?
- Is it possible to be a Cub Scout if there is not a pack in my area?
- Must I be a U.S. citizen to join Cub Scouting?
The Cub Scout Program
- Are Cub Scouts the same as Boy Scouts?
- How often do Cub Scouts meet?
- May parents attend den meetings?
Uniform and Supplies
- What supplies and equipment are needed to participate in Cub Scouting?
- Where can I purchase BSA literature, uniforms, and other program materials?
- How can I save money on the cost of uniforms and equipment?
Advancement and Awards
- If a boy joins a Bear den, may he go back and earn the Tiger and Wolf badges?
- If a boy completes the Wolf badge early, may he begin working on the Bear badge?
- May Cub Scouts earn badges such as the 50-Miler Award or Mile Swim, BSA?
- When a Cub Scout earns the Arrow of Light, may he immediately join a Boy Scout troop?
About Cub Scouts
Den Meetings Plans
