Cub Scout AdvancementAdventure-based advancement

February 2015

Adventures Across the RanksAdventures Across the Ranks

Required Adventures

Elective Adventures

Adventure Recognition Device

Tiger 6 1 Belt Loops

Wolf 6 1 Belt Loops

Bear 6 1 Belt Loops

Webelos 5 2 Pins

Arrow of Light 4 3 Pins

New Program ModelNew Program Model

Rank Advancement Through Adventures•For each rank, complete seven den-based adventures, including a family-based “Duty to God” adventure, to earn rank

•Adventures = theme-based experiences, three den meetings•Immediate recognition after each adventure (loops or pins)•Elective adventures available; same recognition approach

Theme-based example: “Webelos Theme-based example: “Webelos Walkabout”Walkabout”

Desired OutcomesDesired Outcomes

Transition ConsiderationsTransition Considerations

• Boys seeking Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos ranks beginning June 1, 2015: Use new program

• Boys joining Cub Scouts after May 31, 2015, may earn Arrow of Light rank using new requirements—no requirement to earn Webelos rank first

• LDS transition considerations• Details: See Transition guidelines on

www.scouting.org/programupdates

Webelos to Arrow of LightWebelos to Arrow of Light

May continue to work out of the current handbook and complete the Arrow of Light requirements as statedMay convert to the new handbook and requirements:

• Must complete the four defined required adventures• To satisfy the requirement for three electives, may utilize

either the new adventure electives or electives earned under the current program but not used to fulfill Webelos rank requirements

Boys earning their Webelos badge prior to June 1, 2015

Joining Cub Scouts in Fifth GradeJoining Cub Scouts in Fifth Grade

Shall utilize the new program requirements and handbookMay substitute any of the new program’s Webelos–required

adventures for the three required Arrow of Light electives

Boys joining Cub Scouts after May 31, 2015, and meeting the qualifications to

joinan Arrow of Light den

Additional RecognitionsAdditional Recognitions

• World Conservation Award

• National Den Award

• Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award