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Cub Scouts
Big adventures start small.
For boys and girls in kindergarten through 5th grade.
Make friends. Try new things. Build confidence.
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Why Cub Scouts?
They’ll have fun. You’ll see them grow. Cub Scouts gives kids opportunities to make friends, discover new interests and build confidence by actually getting out there and doing things.
Make Friends
Kids become part of a group where they can meet new people, work together and build friendships through shared experiences.
Try New Things
Camping, Pinewood Derby, STEM, fishing, hiking, service projects and more give kids plenty of chances to discover what they enjoy.
Build Confidence
Cub Scouts learn by doing. Every new skill, challenge and accomplishment helps them become a little more capable and independent.
How Cub Scouts Works
Cub Scouts is built around small groups, bigger pack experiences and plenty of opportunities to get out and do something together.
Start With a Den
Your child joins a den with other Cub Scouts around the same grade level. Dens meet regularly for activities, games, projects and age-appropriate adventures.
Be Part of a Pack
Several dens make up a pack. Packs bring families together for larger activities like Pinewood Derby, camping, service projects, celebrations and special events.
Go Have Adventures
Beyond regular meetings, Cub Scouts can explore the outdoors, attend camps and council events, try new skills and take part in experiences they may not get anywhere else.
What About Parents?
Cub Scouts is family-oriented. Parents are part of the experience, especially in the younger grades. As Cub Scouts grow, they gradually take on more independence and responsibility.
What Will They Do?
A little bit of everything. Cub Scouts mixes outdoor adventure, hands-on projects, games and new experiences so there is always something different to look forward to.
Camp & Explore
Family campouts, day camps, hiking and outdoor activities give kids an easy introduction to spending time outside.
Race a Pinewood Derby Car
Build it together, make it their own and see how it performs when race day arrives.
Build & Experiment
Hands-on projects, STEM activities and creative challenges turn learning into something kids can actually do.
Learn Outdoor Skills
Fishing, nature, basic outdoor skills and age-appropriate challenges help Cub Scouts become more comfortable outside.
Help Their Community
Service projects show kids that even small actions can make a real difference for the people and places around them.
Go Beyond the Pack
Council camps, special events and bigger adventures give families even more ways to experience Cub Scouting together.
Cub Scouts Grows With Them
Cub Scouts is designed for kindergarten through fifth grade. Each year brings new adventures, new skills and a little more independence as kids grow.
Lion
A fun, family-centered introduction to Cub Scouts.
Tiger
New activities, teamwork and adventures with family.
Wolf
More skills, exploration and hands-on experiences.
Bear
Bigger challenges and more chances to try something new.
Webelos
More independence, outdoor skills and new responsibilities.
Arrow of Light
The final Cub Scout year and a bridge toward Scouts BSA.
Kids can join at any grade level. They do not need to start in kindergarten or complete earlier Cub Scout ranks before joining.
What Parents Want to Know
You do not have to know everything about Cub Scouts before getting started. Here are answers to some of the questions families ask most.
How often does Cub Scouts meet?
Each pack sets its own schedule. Families typically have den meetings along with larger pack activities and special events throughout the year.
Do parents participate?
Yes. Cub Scouts is designed to involve families, especially in the younger grades. As kids grow, they gradually take on more independence while parents continue to support the experience.
How much does Cub Scouts cost?
National youth registration is $118, plus any local pack fees. Pack fees vary depending on activities, supplies and what the individual pack includes.
Do we need to buy a uniform right away?
Not necessarily. Talk with your pack before purchasing anything so they can explain what your child will need and what the pack may already provide.
Is financial assistance available?
There may be options available. Eligible families may be able to use Step Up for Students scholarship funds for Scouting registration. We also have registration support available for some military-connected families .
Does my child need any previous experience?
No. Kids can join Cub Scouts at any grade level from kindergarten through fifth grade. They can start right where they are.
Cub Scouts for Parents
Hear answers to some of the questions families have when they are considering Cub Scouts for the first time.
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Ready to Get Started?
Whether you are ready to join today, want to meet a local pack first or just need some help finding the right fit, there is an easy next step.
Find a Pack
Ready to join? Search for Cub Scout packs near you and connect directly with a local group.
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Upcoming Cub Scout Events
Cub Scouting goes beyond regular pack meetings. Explore upcoming camps, activities and special events for Cub Scouts and their families.
Event schedules and registration availability may change throughout the year.