Cub Scout advancement follows a grade-based trail from kindergarten through 5th grade. Each rank builds skills, confidence, and character — one adventure at a time.
Cub Scouts advance through ranks tied to their grade in school — not their age. Each rank has its own color, badge, and set of adventures.
The youngest scouts discover the world around them through hands-on adventures.
Tigers explore nature, community, and teamwork with an adult partner.
Wolves develop character and learn the foundations of outdoor skills.
Bears deepen their scouting skills and take on bigger outdoor challenges.
Webelos bridges from Cub Scouts toward Boy Scouts, earning activity badges.
The highest Cub Scout rank — and the only one that transfers to Scouts BSA.
Each rank has required "adventures" — activity-based requirements completed at den meetings and at home.
Many requirements are done at home with a parent. Scouting is a family activity by design.
Completed ranks and belt loops are recognized at monthly pack meetings with a ceremony and applause.
Pack 62 is part of the Adventure West Council (AWC), Waipiti District. The AWC Advancement Committee provides additional support, training, and resources to help every scout reach their next rank.
Your den leader is your first resource — they track advancement and run the adventures. For anything beyond the den, reach out to our Cubmaster directly.