Filter Awards by Program Cub Scout Eagle Scout Explorer High Adventure Base Staff Order of the Arrow Scout Sea Scout Venturer Amount: $500 – $999 $1,000 – $1,999 $2,000 – $4,999 $5,000 – $9,999 $10,000 – $49,999 $50,000 – $70,000 SHOW RESULTS NESA World Explorer Alumni Relations Award Amount: Varies To qualify as a […]

[…] Scout Courts of Honor—The Difference between the Cake and the Icing; Cyber Chip and the Scout Rank March/April 2016 On Increasing Advancement: Troop Programming: The New Boy Scout Rank Requirements; New Position of Responsibility: 13th Edition, Boy Scout Handbook; New Position of Responsibility: Outdoor Ethics Guide;—Best Practices: Promoting Advancement Education Materials January/February 2016 On Increasing Advancement: […]

Cub Scouts earn Adventures that are specific to their grade and rank.  A number of Adventures must be completed to earn the badge of rank for each grade level. Adventures may be earned in any order.  Completion of adventures is how the aims of character, citizenship, leadership, and personal fitness are developed. Download a […]

Frequently Asked Questions Updated 1/3/2024 Overview of the Cub Scout Program Updates Effective June 1, 2024, the Cub Scout program will be updated to ensure that Cub Scouting is Fun, Simple, and Easy. Fun for Cub Scouts, parents, and leaders. Simple to understand and explain. Easy to deliver as designed. These updates are the […]

[…] Many commissioners have already seen a version of the BSA’s Roadmap, a tool that helps identify and plan for changes to enable serving more youth better through Scouting. It starts with a clear, simple goal we all will share: To Prepare America’s Youth for Lives of Impact and Purpose. That simplifies the work we […]

B: Basics of Scouting From a Special Needs Perspective IN THIS MODULE Introduction Scouting Ideals Unit Structure Unit Leaders The Patrol Method The Outdoors Awards and Recognition (Advancement) Adult Mentoring Personal Growth Leadership Development The Uniform Protecting Against Abuse Introduction But the real way to get happiness is by giving out happiness to other […]

[…] directly with the yout in the pack.  A pack committee is an opportunity to involve all parents and adults in the family. Your time volunteering in Cub Scouting will be rewarding and fun, and the information here will help you get off to the right start.   This brochure is designed to help new […]

UPDATED 02/23/22 – The most recent updates are indicated by a diamond in front of the question. In-Person Unit Activities ♦ Q: Should we hold in-person Scouting meetings, outings, or activities? We expect everyone in Scouting to follow the measures listed below, based on CDC guidance. Members, staff, and volunteers must also follow all […]

“Webelos” stands for “We’ll Be Loyal Scouts.” As Webelos near the end of the Cub Scout trail, it’s time for them to embrace that pledge and prepare for the next leg of the journey: Scouts BSA. Webelos and their families should be familiar and comfortable with the youth and adult leaders of the Scouts […]

Cub Scouts Ages: Boys and Girls Grades K-5 We provide ready-made opportunities for your family to do fun things together—because together—we can all grow into our very best future selves! Find Cub Scouts Packs Near You ZIP Code Find and Apply Welcome to Cub Scouts We’re all about encouraging boys and girls to make […]

[…] for administering the STEM Nova awards program.  Councils are responsible for the approval of awards and ensuring recognition is available for their units.  Q:  I have a Scout who started working on a STEM Nova award prior to June 1, 2022.  What do they need to do before June 1st? A:  Nothing.  There is […]

[…] for you. There is nothing virtual about these awards—you can earn them only by demonstrating knowledge and experience in the outdoors. So, if you are a member of Scouts BSA, Sea Scout, or Venturer, and think you are tough and disciplined enough to hike or ride the miles, camp the nights, run the rivers or […]

  This page is currently being updated by members of the National Commissioner Service Team. Please email commissionerserviceteam@ scouting.org with any questions. An effective commissioner provides unit leadership with information and guidance on the latest changes in their specific program, whether Cub Scouts or Sea Scouts. Change is a constant throughout the national level programs, and […]

CLICK HERE FOR A PDF VERSION OF THE GRAPHIC ABOVE. 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 […]

Awards Cub Scouts Earn as Individuals Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Scouts may earn the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award by meeting the following requirements and activities. The Cub Scout will receive the pocket flap award, which is to be worn on the right pocket flap of the uniform […]

SCOUTS BSA Youth 11-17 years old Ready to Join? What is Scouts BSA? Scouts BSA is a year-round program for youth 11-17 years old that provides fun, adventure, learning, challenge, and responsibility to help them become the best version of themselves. For the first time in its 100+ year history, the iconic program […]

The pack meeting brings all of the dens in the pack together for the purposes of recognizing the achievements of the Cub Scouts, communicating information about upcoming events, and providing a program that enriches the Cub Scouting experience.  It helps the Cubs realize their den is part of a larger organization.  A good pack […]

A: Introduction IN THIS MODULE How to Use This Toolbox Purpose Scope BSA Inclusion Philosophy How Scouting Benefits Youth With Special Needs and Disabilities How Youth With Special Needs Benefit Other Youth How to Use This Toolbox The Inclusion Toolbox for Special Needs and Disabilities is a printable website that keeps special needs and disability information […]

The Boy Scouts of America is proud to provide the Scouting experience to all youth who meet membership requirements. Youth can join Cub Scouting or Scouts BSA and have the opportunity to grow and learn from Scouting. There are many opportunities for youth to benefit from the Scouting experience. The Lone Scout plan is […]

[…] are currently working. Scouts must use the new requirements once they advance to their next rank. Age Requirement Eligibility Rank Advancement for Venturers and Sea Scouts Current Scout Rank Requirements | Previous Current Tenderfoot Rank Requirements | Previous Current Second Class Rank Requirements | Previous Current First Class Rank Requirements | Previous Current Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First […]

[…] Video https://vimeo.com/349510384 4th Grade Webelos Arrow of Light Overview Video https://vimeo.com/349485164 5th Grade Webelos – Arrow of Light Literature The Webelos Handbook is available at your local Scout Shop or click on the image to order on-line. Webelos Cub Scout Handbook Webelos Den Leader Guide – Free PDF Version Webelos Den Leader Guide Your time […]

[…] Reach Poles and Edge Lanes CLOTHES CHANGING SPACES OPERATING STRATEGIES Flotation Aids Early Start and Departure Shade for Mobility Equipment Managing Waves & Splashing SPECIFIC SITUATIONS Deaf Scouts and Scouts that are Non-verbal Blind Scouts Physical Disabilities Intellectual Disabilities Autism OVERVIEW This module is for Swim Area Directors at BSA Scout Camps.  It applies […]

[…] that expired no more than six months prior to the start of the course. If you need to confirm when your NCS certification expires, please email NCS@ Scouting.org.  The Day Camp, Aquatics Instructor-BSA, Climbing, COPE, Resident (Long-term) Camp Director, Resident (Long-Term) Camp Program Director, and Shooting Sports sections have prerequisites listed below. Late Registrations […]

Bear Badge of Rank Overview Literature The Bear Handbook is available at your local Scout Shop or click on the image to order it on-line.  Bear Cub Scout Handbook Bear Den Leader Guide – Free PDF Version Bear Den Leader Guide Your time volunteering in Cub Scouting will be rewarding and fun, and the […]

Wolf Badge of Rank Overview Video https://vimeo.com/349944600 The Wolf Handbook is available at your local Scout Shop or click on the image to order it on-line.  Wolf Cub Scout Handbook Wolf Den Leader Guide – Free PDF Version Wolf Den Leader Guide Your time volunteering in Cub Scouting will be rewarding and fun, and […]

[…] scholarships available to Summit Rank recipients and will update our list, as necessary. If you find any errors or are aware of other scholarships, please contact venturing@ scouting.org. These scholarships are offered by independent organizations and may not be endorsed or maintained by the Boy Scouts of America. Community PADI Dive To Adventure Scholarship […]

Eagle-Required Merit Badges Discover all the merit badges that as a Scout, you need to complete to achieve the Eagle rank! Instructions Scouts need to accumulate at least 21 merit badges before earning the Eagle Scout rank. Of those 21 badges, 14 must come from this list of Eagle-required merit badges and the rest […]

Lion Badge of Rank Overview Video Literature Cub Scout Lion Kit Your time volunteering in Cub Scouting will be rewarding and fun, and the information here will help you get off to the right start.     This brochure is designed to help new families understand the basics of Cub Scouting when they first […]

Advancement Cub Scout activities are centered around earning  badges that are specific to each school grade level.  This badge represents a rank.  Advancement refers to the progress a Cub Scout makes toward their badge of rank.  All of the activities for each rank are in the Cub Scout handbooks.  Learn About the Advancement Trail […]

PREVIEW PREVIEW ADVENTURES Cub Scout Preview Adventures are new elective adventures for Cub Scouts.  During the preview period these adventures will be under evaluation and possible revision. It will be determined how much interest there is, based on several factors. Successful previews will be considered to be included in the next edition of the […]