Citizenship is one of the four aims of Scouting America program. For Tigers citizenship begins at home and their den. They will explore how they can contribute to their home and community.
Prior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved.
All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.
Watch this video about Service Projects in Cub Scouting (6:44)
Be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
To assist in the safe delivery of the program you may find specific safety items that are related to requirements for the Adventure.
Before conducting a craft activity, review the Craft Tips video (2 minutes 34 seconds.)
Before starting this Adventure complete the following:
During the Adventure
Lion and Tiger use of paint brushes – The project tool use indicates a restriction on Lions and Tigers using paint brushes. This is in the context of a service project and not for craft-related projects. A service project that requires painting is likely above the skill level of a Lion or Tiger. Painting for arts and crafts is allowed and encouraged for Lions and Tigers.
Play a game with your den, or family members, that has a set of rules. Discuss why rules are important to the game you are playing.
With your Tiger Adult Partner, choose a job that will help your team. Follow through by doing that job at least once.
Play a game that requires at least 2 teams with your den, or two other family members. Afterwards discuss what it means to be part of a team and what makes a good team member.
Participate in a service project.
Play a game with your den, or family members, that has a set of rules. Discuss why rules are important to the game you are playing.
With your Tiger Adult Partner, choose a job that will help your team. Follow through by doing that job at least once.
Participate in a flag-raising ceremony for your school.
Tiger den serve as greeters for the pack meeting.
Help set up and clean up for a pack meeting.
Play a game that requires at least 2 teams with your den, or two other family members. Afterwards discuss what it means to be part of a team and what makes a good team member.
Play a game of wiffle ball with the den.
Participate in a service project.
Collect game boards for a community center.
Participate in your Council-sponsored Scouting for Food event.