There is a reason for everything boys do in Cub Scouting. Apart from the fun and excitement, the aim of Cub Scouting is to help boys grow into good citizens who are strong in character and personally fit. This is why we say that Cub Scouting is fun with a purpose. The Cub Scouts of America colors are blue and gold. They have special meaning, which help boys see beyond the fun of Cub Scouting to its ultimate goals: ¨ Blue stands for truth and spirituality, steadfast loyalty, and the sky above ¨ Gold stands for warm sunlight, good cheer and happiness StructureThe Boy Scout Trail begins at age 6 and progresses to 17 years old. The Cub Scout Program is for 1st graders through 3rd graders - Tiger Cubs, Wolf Scouts, and Bear Scouts. After completing Bear Scout Requirements, scouts advance to the Webelos Program. The Cub Scout Program Structure places boys into groups called “Dens”. Dens of boys in a community form a “Pack”, which is part of a “District”. Districts combine to make a “Council”. CharacterSince its origin, the Scouting Program has been an educational experience concerned with values. In 1910, the first activities for scouts were designed to build character, physical fitness, practical skills, and service. These elements were part of the original Cub Scout Program and continue to be part of Cub Scouting today. Character development challenges a Cub Scout to experience “Core Values” in six general areas:
Core ValuesThe Cub Scout Program strives to impart the following “12 Core Values” with each activity enjoyed at den and pack meetings - service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, etc. Cub Scout’s 12 Core Values
“Character” can be defined as an individual’s dedication to the “core values”, but dedication to the principles alone is not character. “True character” takes these beliefs and utilizes them as the guide for their choices and actions. The purpose of the Cub Scout Program is to demonstrate these core values, through scouting activities, to develop character in each boy as they grow. |