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The advancement program of the Boy Scouts of America is the process by which youth members progress from rank to rank. From earning the bobcat badge to becoming an Eagle Scout or earning the Venturing Silver Award, youth members of BSA programs are strengthened in both mind and body by the opportunities presented by rank advancement for their level. |
All Cub Scouts, regardless of age, should earn the Bobcat badge in their first month as a Cub Scout. Additional recognition opportunities for Cub Scouts include the World Conservation Award, the Cub Scout Sports and Academics program, and the religious awards program.
| Bobcat Badge | Conservation Award -Wolfs |
| Wolf Badge | Conservation Award-Bears |
| Bear Badge | Conservation Award-Webelos |
| Webelos Badge | Sports & Academics |
| Arrow fof light | Religious Awards |
| Bobcat Badge |
The first rank that all new Cub Scouts, regardless of age, must earn is the Bobcat badge. On the bobcat trail, a new Cub learns the Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, and the Cub Scout Motto. These are important, as they will pave the way for future advancement.
| Wolf Badge |
Once a Cub Scout in second grade has earned his Bobcat badge he may begin work on his Wolf badge. Earning the Wolf badge involves completing 12 achievements, each containing several requirements. These can be completed at the Cub's own pace, but it is important to keep him interested in the program.
Wolf Cub's can also work on the Cub Scout Sports and Academic program, the religious award appropriate to their faith, and upon completion of the Wolf badge, Arrow Points. Additionally, Wolf Cub's may earn the World Conservation Award.
| Bear Badge |
After a Cub Scout has earned his Wolf badge (or Bobcat badge if he has just joined Scouting) and completed the second grade, he can start on the Bear trail. With 24 achievements available (12 of which much be completed to earn the badge), there are many opportunities for a Bear Cub to have new adventures and experiences. These can be completed at the Cub's own pace, but it is important to keep him interested in the program.
Bear Cub's can also work on the Cub Scout Sports and Academic program, the religious award appropriate to their faith, and upon completion of the Bear badge, Arrow Points. Additionally, Bear Cub's may earn the World Conservation Award.
| Webelos Badge |
After a Cub Scout has earned his Bear badge (or Bobcat badge if he has just joined Scouting) and completed the third grade, he can begin work on the many opportunities available to Webelos Scouts. The Webelos advancement program is centered on earning Activity Badges. By earning certain Activity Badges and completing other requirements, a Webelos Scout will be eligible for the Webelos Badge, the Compass Point Emblem, and eventually the Arrow of Light Award. Webelos Scouts can also work on the Cub Scout Sports and Academic program and the World Conservation Award. Additionally, a Webelos Scout may work toward earning a religious award for his faith.
| Arrow of Light Award |
After earning the Webelos badge, a Webelos Scout can continue working on the requirements for Cub Scouting's highest award - the Arrow of Light. This award prepares the Webelos Scout for the transition from Cub Scouting to Boy Scouting.
As such, the Arrow of Light is the only Cub Scout award which may be worn on the Boy Scout uniform.
| World Conservation Award |
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Requirements for Wolf Cub Scouts
The World Conservation Award is an international award a Wolf Cub Scout can earn by doing the following things:
Complete Achievement 7.
Complete all Arrow Points in two of the following three electives:
13. Birds
15. Grow Something
19. Fishing
Participate in a den or pack conservation project in addition to the above.
Once all requirements have been completed, a Cub Scout may wear the Cub Scout World Conservation Award emblem.
| World Conservation Award |
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Requirements for Bear Cub Scouts
The World Conservation Award is an international award a Bear Cub Scout can earn by doing the following things:
Complete Achievement 5.
Complete all Arrow Points in two of the following three electives:
2. Weather
12. Nature Crafts
15. Water and Soil Conservation
Participate in a den or pack conservation project in addition to the above.
Once all requirements have been completed, a Cub Scout may wear the Cub Scout World Conservation Award emblem.
| World Conservation Award |
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Requirements for Webelos Scouts
The World Conservation Award is an international award a Webelos Scout can earn by doing the following things:
Earn the Forester activity badge.
Earn the Naturalist activity badge.
Earn the Outdoorsman activity badge. Participate in a den or pack conservation project.
Once all requirements have been completed, a Webelos Scout may wear the Cub Scout World Conservation Award emblem.
| Sports and Academics Program |
Cub Scouts can have fun and learn new skills when they take part in the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program. Just by learning about and participating in a sport or academic subject, he can earn belt loops and pins. Each Academics and Sports subject is included in the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program Guide. This guide explains the requirements for earning belt loops and pins.
A Wolf, Bear, or Webelos Scout may take part in the program at home, in his den or pack, or in activities in his community.
| Religious Awards |
Members of the Boy Scouts of America may earn a religious emblem in their faith. Such an emblem is not a Scouting award. It is conferred on youth members by their religious leaders. Each faith has its own requirements for earning its emblem. A list of the emblems and where to find out about them is available by following the links to the right.
How to wear Religious Award
Religious Award Medals
When a Scout earns a religious award, he is presented with a medal. These are worn with the uniform only on "dress" occasions, such as pack meetings, courts of honor, and Scout Sunday. Medals are worn along the top seam of the left pocket of the Cub Scout, Boy Scout or Venturer/Explorer uniform.Religious Award Square Knots
