FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Following are the answers to common questions about Cub Scouting.
Joining Cub Scouting
§ How old (or young) can a boy be to join Cub Scouting?
§ How can I become an adult volunteer in Cub Scouting?
§ Is there a Cub Scout pack in my area?
§ Must I be a U.S. citizen to join Cub Scouting?
The Cub Scout Program
§ Are Cub Scouts the same as Boy Scouts?
§ How often do Cub Scouts meet?
§ May parents attend den meetings?
Uniform and Supplies
§ What supplies and equipment are needed to participate in Cub Scouting?
§ Where can I purchase BSA literature, uniforms, and other program materials?
§ How can I save money on the cost of uniforms and equipment?
Advancement and Awards
§ If a boy joins a Bear den, may he go back and earn the Tiger and Wolf badges?
§ If a boy completes the Wolf badge early, may he begin working on the Bear badge?
§ May Cub Scouts earn badges such as the 50-Miler Award or Mile Swim, BSA?
§ When a Cub Scout earns the Arrow of Light, may he immediately join a Boy Scout troop?