Joining Cub Scouting

• How old (or young) can a boy be to join Cub Scouting?
• How can I become an adult volunteer in Cub Scouting?
• Must I be a U.S. citizen to join Cub Scouting?

The Cub Scout Program

• Are Cub Scouts the same as Boy Scouts?
• How often do Cub Scouts meet?
• May parents attend den meetings?

Uniform and Supplies

• What supplies and equipment are needed to participate in Cub Scouting?
• Where can I purchase BSA literature, uniforms, and other program materials?
• How can I save money on the cost of uniforms and equipment?

Advancement and Awards

• If a boy joins a Bear den, may he go back and earn the Tiger and Wolf badges?
• If a boy completes the Wolf badge early, may he begin working on the Bear badge?
• May Cub Scouts earn badges such as the 50-Miler Award or Mile Swim, BSA?
• When a Cub Scout earns the Arrow of Light, may he immediately join a Boy Scout troop?

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This site was last updated 09/10/08