Advancement / Awards


Rank Advancement Trail

Cub Scouting provides Scouts with recognition for the experiences they take part in and the work they do in Scouting activities.  The most important awards are the rank badges, which are worn on the left pocket.

Bobcat Badge

 

Bobcat

The Bobcat badge is the first badge every Scout earns that introduces them to Scouting.

Tiger Cub Badge

 

Tiger Cubs

The Tiger Cub badge is earned by boys in first grade, and encourages them to participate in Scouting with a parent or partner.

Wolf Badge

 

Wolf

This badge is earned by Scouts in second grade after earning the Bobcat badge.

Bear Badge

 

Bear

The Bear badge is earned by Scouts in third grade after earning the Bobcat badge.

Webelos Badge

 

Webelos

The Webelos badge prepares the scouts for the transition to Boy Scouts.

Arrow of Light
The Arrow of Light is the last badge that a Cub Scout earns before transitioning to the Boy Scouts.