The Advancement Program

On the advancement trail, a Cub Scout progresses towards a badge of rank based on their grade. They need not have earned the previous rank in order to earn the next.  Each of the ranks in Cub Scouting has its own requirements that are age appropriate, so earning a rank below a Cub Scout’s current grade is not permitted. As a Cub Scout advances through the ranks, the requirements get more challenging, to match the new skills and abilities they have learned.


Kindergartners work toward the Lion rank. The Lion rank is earned by completing five adventures as described below. Participation with an adult partner is required for all Lion awards. 

  • Lion Bobcat
  • Fun on the Run! 
  • King of the Jungle
  • Lion's Pride
  • Lion's Roar
  • Mountain Lion

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least two elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

First graders work toward the Tiger rank. The Tiger rank is earned by completing the six requirements below. Participation with an adult partner is required for all Tiger awards. 

  • Tiger Bobcat
  • Team Tiger
  • Tiger Bites
  • Tiger Circles
  • Tiger's Roar
  • Tigers in the Wild 

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

Second graders work toward the Wolf rank. The Wolf rank is earned by completing the Six requirements below. 

  • Wolf Bobcat
  • Running with the Pack
  • Council Fire
  • Footsteps
  • Safety in Numbers
  • Paws on the Path

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

Third graders work toward the Bear rank. The Bear rank is earned by completing the six requirements below. 

  • Bear Bobcat
  • Bear Strong
  • Paws for Action
  • Fellowship
  • Standing Tall
  • Bear Habitat

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

Fourth graders work toward the Webelos rank. The Webelos rank is earned by completing the five requirements below. Scouts who are in Cub Scouts in fourth grade must complete the Webelos rank before working towards the Arrow of Light. 

  • Webelos Bobcat
  • Stronger, Faster, Higher
  • My Community
  • My Family
  • My Safety
  • Webelos Walkabout

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

Fifth graders work toward the Arrow of Light rank. If a fourth-grade Cub Scout has completed the Webelos rank, they may begin work on the Arrow of Light. The Arrow of Light rank is earned by completing the five requirements described below. (Must be an active member of a Webelos den for at least six months since completing fourth grade or at least six months since becoming 10 years old.)

  • Arrow of Light Bobcat
  • Personal Fitness
  • Citizenship
  • Duty to God
  • First Aid
  • Outdoor Adventurer.

In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing....more

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