Cub Scouting is FUN!
Scouting is fun with a purpose! And that purpose is to raise boys, who respect themselves, respect others and who have strong character. There is no better youth leadership nor community service training than Scouting. Cub Scout Pack 919 is in West Chester, Ohio and we are dedicated to providing a fun Cub Scouting experience for all boys from 1st through 5th grade. Cub Scout Pack 919 runs a year-round program uniquely designed to meet the needs of young boys and their parents. Our program offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Service projects, ceremonies, games, and other activities guide boys through the core values and give them a sense of personal achievement. Through positive peer group interaction and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery, and respect. Family involvement is an essential part of Pack 919's Cub Scouting program, and parents are required to play an active role in our Pack as Leaders, Chairs and Event Helpers. Through interaction between parents, leaders, and friends, boys learn citizenship, compassion, and courage. This family-and community-centered approach to learning means that Cub Scouting is truly time well spent for your sons!
	·       BSA's "Be A Scout" Videos Link ·       BSA's "What Is Cub Scouting?" Link ·       BSA's "Welcome to the Adventure of Cub Scouting" PDF ·       BSA's Overview of Cub Scouting Link ·       BSA's Purposes and Methods of Cub Scouting Link ·       BSA's Frequently Asked Questions Link

Cub Scout Ranks

Bobcat

Starting Cub Scouts: (must be at least in the first grade or 7 years old)

Each boy who joins the Cub Scouts will first earn the Bobcat badge. The boy must do his best to learn seven items, including the Cub Scout motto and promise, handshake, salute, and the Law of the Pack to name a few. The Parents must read and discuss with the boy a pamphlet on preventing child abuse. The pamphlet can be found in the front of each Cub Scout handbook. When the boy has completed each step to the best of his ability, the parent can sign it. The scout will receive his badge at the next Awards Ceremony during one of our Pack Meetings.

Tiger

Tiger Cubs: (members of the Tiger Den)

First grade boys, or those who are at least 7 years old, will work toward the Tiger Cub badge after first earning the Bobcat badge. The Tiger Cub badge is for boys who have completed all 15 parts of the five achievements, that is, five family activities, five Den activities, and five "Go See It" outings. An Adult Partner, usually a parent, will attend meetings and work with the Tiger Cub to complete the corresponding handbook. Once completed, the Adult Partner will sign the handbook and receive the Tiger Cub badge. The Adult Partner will then present the badge to the Tiger Cub. The scout will receive his badge at the next Awards Ceremony during one of our Pack Meetings.

Wolf

Cub Scouts: (members of the Wolf Den)

Second grade boys, or those who are at least 8 years old, will work toward the Wolf badge after earning the Bobcat badge (if it hasn't been earned already). Twelve achievements must be completed in subject areas such as family fun, starting a collection, identifying basic hand tools, and healthy eating habits. All requirements are age appropriate. After the Wolf badge is earned, both gold and silver arrow points can be earned in areas such as knots, fishing, books, or 19 other subjects. When the Scout has done his best to complete each requirement, a parent or Scout Leader can sign it off. The scout will receive his badge at the next Awards Ceremony during one of our Pack Meetings.

Bear

Cub Scouts: (members of the Bear Den)

Third grade boys, or those at least 9 years old, will work toward the Bear badge after earning the Bobcat badge (if it hasn't been earned already). Twelve of 24 different achievements must be completed to the best of the Scout's ability in subjects similar to the Wolf badge but slightly more challenging and varied. Arrow points can be earned after the Bear badge just like the Wolf badge. Again, a parent or Scout Leader can sign requirements off as they are completed. The scout will receive his badge at the next Awards Ceremony during one of our Pack Meetings.

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