Cub Scout Archives: Tiger Achievement 5 - Lets Go Outdoors

Tiger Achievement 5 is about exploring nature. Find helps for this achievement here.

This achievement is also part of Cub Scouting’s Leave No Trace Award.

5F – Family Activity: Go outside and watch the weather and Character Connection: Faith
5D – Den Activity: With a crayon or colored pencil and a piece of paper, make a leaf rubbing.
5G – Go See It Activity: Take a hike with your den.


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