Bobcat is the joining rank for Cub Scouts. New Cub Scouts earn Bobcat before any other rank, no matter what age they are when they join. Find helps for the Bobcat program on this page.
Printable helps for requirements:
Printable requirements for Bobcat
Printable checkoff sheet for Bobcat
Printable note sheet for Bobcat
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Helps for specific requirements:
Questions and Answers from Scouters
Every situation is different. Whether you are new to Scouting or you have been involved for a while, sometimes it is helpful to get input from other Scouters. We are here to help each other.
The Three R’s of Personal Safety and Protection
Talking with youth about personal safety is important. BSA requires discussion of personal safety throughout it’s programs. We don’t want to scare youth, but they should know what to do if they feel uncomfortable in a situation. The Three R’s of personal safety should be a part of that discussion.
Scout Law Game
Learning the Scout Law will be more enjoyable with a Scout Law game. This game helps Scouts learn all twelve points of the law in order.
Welcome New Den Leaders
Around this time of year there are a lot of new Den Leaders wondering to themselves “Exactly what did I just volunteer for?” Whatever your story, I want to welcome you to the world of Scouting.
One Scout Oath and Law – Our Changing World
[Here is a blast from the past. This throwback article is from October 2012.] All BSA programs to use the Scout Oath and Law - Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturers. I think the consistency is good, but I will miss some aspects of the old versions,.
Bobcat Dice Roll
Bobcat is the joining rank for Cub Scouts (other than Lions). Since this is one of the first things they will do as members of your den or pack, it is important to make it fun. Here is a game you can play if you have a group working on Bobcat together.
Cub Scout Law of the Pack Letter Tile Puzzle
Cub Scouts should know the Law of the Pack, but unless they are reciting it all of the time, they aren't going to remember it. This puzzle will help reinforce the Law of the Pack.
Den Meeting Plan for Bobcat Badge
Every Cub Scout – except Lions – must earn the Bobcat rank before earning any other rank. Tiger can do this as a whole den. This den meeting focuses on the requirements for Bobcat. It also throws in plenty of fun.
Fitting Everything in a Cub Scout Meeting
A reader asks about how many requirements must be done at the first Tiger meeting. If you feel like you have too much material for one meeting, split it into two.
Bobcat Ceremony for Space Derby
I recently helped put together a bobcat ceremony for our space derby. I couldn't find one I liked, so I incorporated a lot of different ideas I had found plus my own. I think it's worth sharing.
Where to Find Examples for Bobcat Requirements
A parent is looking for information about the requirements for Bobcat for his new Cub Scout, especially examples of the Scout sign, the handshake, and the "How to Protect Your Children" pamphlet..
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Mosquito Netting for Summer Camp
How do Scouts and Scouters survive buggy nights in open-air platform tents? The A-frame canvas tents have been used by generations of Scouts but are open to bugs and lots of other critters.
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