“Where CharaCter Counts,
and the adventure Begins”
Slogan from promotional materials of Twin Rivers Council,
Boy Scouts of America
Advancement is the process by which a cub scout meets certain requirements and earns recognitions.
This is a blend of activities done in the home and in a den setting with their adult partner and/or den
leaders. Some are immediately given for instant recognition while others are earned after a certain
number of requirements are completed. Information on the specifics for each rank and their order will be
covered in the rest of this document.
BOBCAT
The Trail to Bobcat
Each boy who joins Cub Scouting must earn his Bobcat badge before he can be awarded Tiger, Wolf,
Bear or Webelos Badges. It is the first badge earned at the start of his Cub Scouting trail and earned only
once, no matter what grade/rank level he joins. Requirements are:
 Learn and say the Cub Scout Promise & complete the Honesty Character Connection.
 Say the Law of the Pack & tell what it means.
 Tell what Webelos means.
 Show the Cub Scout sign & tell what it means.
 Show the Cub Scout handshake & tell what it means.
 Say the Cub Scout Motto.
 Give the Cub Scout salute & tell what it means.
 With your adult partner, complete “A Bobcat Requirement” in front of the handbook.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
TIGER Cub Scouts
The start of the Cub Scouting program for boys in first grade and/or 7 years old. Requires adult
partner at all times; one on one ratio at this age level.
Tiger Cub Advancement
This level includes 3 elements of advancement. They include:
 Tiger Cub Immediate Recognition Emblem
 Tiger Cub Badge
 Tiger Track Beads
Tiger Cub Immediate Recognition Emblem
This is the first element to earn. Requirements are:
 Learn the CubScout Motto
 Learn the Cub Scout sign
 Learn the Cub Scout salute
Once earned, the emblem should be presented to the Tiger Cub. They are now ready to move onto the
next step.
Tiger Achievements
Second element is to earn achievements to work towards Tiger Rank. There are 5 to complete:
 Making My Family Special
 Where I Live
 Keeping Myself Healthy and Safe
 How I Tell It
 Let’s Go Outdoors
There are 3 parts to each achievement and boys receive totem beads for each part completed which go on
the first 3 strands of the Tiger Cub Recognition Emblem. These should be presented upon completion for
immediate recognition of their hard work:
 Family Activity (white bead)
 Den Activity (orange bead)
 Go See It Activity (black bead)
Tiger Cub Badge
Second rank in Cub Scouting. Awarded when all parts of the 5 achievements are completed.
Tiger Track Beads
Last element is recognition received by boys for completing elective activities. Provides opportunity for
learning & growing while having fun.
One Tiger Track is earned for every 10 electives completed and goes on the last strand of the Tiger Cub
Recognition Emblem. These are presented after the Tiger Cub has earned his Tiger Cub Badge.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
Wolf Cub Scouts
Designed for boys in second grade and/or 8 years old.
Wolf Cub Advancement
This level includes 3 elements of advancement. They include:
 Progress Toward Ranks Emblem & Beads
 Wolf Badge
 Arrow Point Trail
Progress Toward Ranks Emblem & Beads
Recognition received by boys for completing the first 3 of any of their achievements.
Boys also receive a gold bead for every 3 achievements earned to put on this emblem on a string on first
hole under the ‘Wolf” emblem as instant recognition for their hard work.
Wolf Achievements
There are 12 to complete:
1. Feats of Skill
2. Your Flag
3. Keep Your Body Healthy
4. Know Your Home and Community
5. Tools for Fixing and Building
6. Start a Collection
7. Your Living World
8. Cooking and Eating
9. Be Safe at Home and on the Street
10.Family Fun
11.Duty to God
12.Making Choices
There are multiple parts to each achievement with all or parts being required to complete the achievement.
Wolf Badge
Third rank in Cub Scouting. Awarded when all required parts of the 12 achievements are completed.
Wolf Arrow Point Trail
Last element is recognition received by boys for completing elective activities. Provides opportunity for
learning & growing while having fun. These are presented after the Cub Scout has earned his Wolf
Badge.
One Gold Arrow Point is awarded for the first 10 electives completed.
One Silver Arrow Point is awarded for every 10 additional electives completed. Boys can earn as many
of these he wants.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
BEAR Cub Scouts
This stage of Cub Scouting is for boys in third grade and/or 9 years old.
Bear Cub Advancement
This level includes 3 elements of advancement. They include:
 Progress Toward Ranks Emblem & Beads
 Bear Badge
 Arrow Point Trail
Progress Toward Ranks Emblem & Beads
Recognition received by boys for completing the first 3 of any of their achievements. Same emblem used
for Wolf & Bear.
Boys also receive a red bead for every 3 achievements earned to put on this emblem on a string on second
hole under the ‘Bear” emblem as instant recognition for their hard work.
Bear Trail Achievements
Complete requirements in each of the 4 categories to reach the required 12 achievements. There are 24
available:
GOD (Do one)
1. Ways We Worship
2. Emblems of Faith
COUNTRY (Do three)
3. What Makes America Special?
4. Tall Tales
5. Sharing Your World with Wildlife
6. Take Care of Your Planet
7. Law Enforcement
FAMILY (Do four)
8. The Past is Exciting and Important
9. What’s Cooking?
10. Family Fun
11. Be Ready
12. Family Outdoor Adventures
13. Saving Well, Spending Well
SELF (Do four)
14. Ride Right
15. Games, Games, Games!
16. Building Muscles
17. Information, Please
18. Jot It Down
19. Shavings and Chips
20. Sawdust and Nails
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
21.
22.
23.
24.
Build a Model
Tying It All Up
Sports, Sports, Sports!
Be a Leader
There are multiple parts to each achievement with all or parts being required to complete the achievement.
Bear Badge
Fourth rank in Cub scouting. Awarded when all required parts of 12 of the 24 achievements are
completed.
Bear Arrow Point Trail
Last element is recognition received by boys for completing elective activities. Provides opportunity for
learning & growing while having fun. These are presented after the Cub Scout has earned his Bear
Badge.
One Gold Arrow Point is awarded for the first 10 electives completed.
One Silver Arrow Point is awarded for every 10 additional electives completed. Boys can earn as many
of these he wants.
Additional achievements completed but not used towards Bear rank may be used as electives for arrow
points. Note: For those that the required number was completed and used for Bear rank, the
remaining parts cannot be used for electives.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
Webelos
The final stage of Cub Scouts before moving on to the adventure s of Boy Scouting. For boys in
fourth and fifth grades and/or 10 and 11 years old.
Webelos is different from the younger Cub Scouts as it opens a whole new adventure: a way to learn new
skills, enjoy outdoor activities and have fun. It provides a variety of new experiences that help him
assume responsibilities and gain maturity, knowledge, and skills.
Program is approximately 18 months. It is a transitional program which shifts from home-centered
activities to group-centered activities, and prepares him for participation later in Boy Scouting.
Webelos do not complete achievements and electives like younger Cub Scouts. They work on activity
badges and other awards to earn advancement. Some activities are done in the home but mostly in a den
setting. In addition to these, he will complete the requirements needed to earn the Webelos Badge. Once
this is done, the Compass points emblem can be earned, and/or he is eligible to work towards the Arrow
of Light, the highest award in Cub Scouting.
Webelos Activity Badges Trail Achievements
Unlike Tiger, Wolf & Bear cub scouts, Webelos have activity badges to complete rather than
achievements & electives:
Physical Skills Activity Badge Group
 Aquanaut
 Fitness
 Athlete
 Sportsman
Mental Skills Activity Badge Group
 Artist
 Showman
 Scholar
 Traveler
Community Activity Badge Group
 Citizen
 Communicator
 Family Member
 Readyman
Technology Activity Badge Group
 Craftsman
 Engineer
 Handyman
 Scientist
Outdoor Activity Badge Group
 Forester
 Geologist
 Naturalist
 Outdoorsman
There are multiple parts to each activity badge with all or parts being required to complete the activity.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.
Webelos Badge
Fifth rank in Cub Scouting. Awarded when all requirements for this badge have been met. These are:
Adult member of family reads Webelos Scout Parent Guide and signs book.
Active member of Webelos den for 3 months. (Active means good attendance, paying den dues &
working on den projects.)
Know & explain meaning of Webelos badge.
Point out 3 special parts of Webelos Scout uniform; tell when to wear uniform & when not to wear it.
Activity badges from different activity badge groups are completed:
 Fitness (from Physical Skills Group)
 Citizen (from Community Group)
 One other activity badge (from Mental Skills, Technology or Outdoor Group)
Plan & lead flag ceremony in den that includes U.S. flag
Know & understand requirements to be a Boy Scout:
 Demonstrate Scout salute, Scout Sign, Scout handshake; explain when to use.
 Explain Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout Motto & Scout Slogan
 Explain & agree to follow Outdoor Code.
Faith: Do a, b, and c; do d OR e
Compass Points Emblem & Compass Points
Recognition received by boys for earning 4 additional activity badges beyond those required for the
Webelos Badge.
For each additional 4 activity badges earned, metal “compass points” can be added to the emblem.
Arrow of Light Award
Highest award in Cub Scouting. Earned after the Webelos Badge prior to moving up to Boy Scouts.
Requirements are:
Be active in Webelos den for at least 6 months since completing fourth grade (or at least six months
since becoming 10 years old) AND earn the Webelos badge.
Show knowledge of requirements to become Boy Scout: Memorize, repeat & explain Scout Oath or
Promise, 12 points of Scout Law; Scout Motto, slogan, sign, salute & handshake; Significance of First
Class Badge, its parts & meaning; Difference between Boy Scout uniform & Webelos Scout uniform;
Tie square knot.
Earn 5 more activity badges: Readyman, Outdoorsman, one form Mental Skills Group, one from
Technology Group, and one more of choice.
With Webelos den visit: one Boy Scout troop meeting & one Boy Scout-oriented outdoor activity
(cannot use same outing used for Outdoorsman activity badge.)
Webelos overnight campout or day hike (cannot use same outing used for Outdoorsman activity
badge).
Scoutmaster conference with parent/guardian at Boy Scout Troop boy would like to join.
Complete Honesty Character Connection.
All information obtained from the Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, Bear Cub Scout Handbook and Webelos
Handbook.