Tiger Bobcat Den Meeting Plan

The Tiger Bobcat Adventure is the first step on a Cub Scout’s journey. This adventure teaches new Tigers the basics of Scouting. They learn the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and important Cub Scout skills. It helps them feel like part of the group and gets them excited for the year ahead.

This Tiger Bobcat den meeting plan is designed to make learning fun. Tigers will play games, do activities, and work together. They will learn by doing, not just by listening. The goal is to help them understand Scouting values in a way that makes sense for their age. They will also get to know each other and start building friendships.

The den meeting follows a simple structure. It begins with a fun gathering activity to get everyone comfortable. Then, Tigers take part in interactive lessons about Scouting skills and values. A creative snack time gives them a break and reinforces teamwork. Finally, the den meeting ends with a closing that ties everything together.

This Tiger Bobcat den meeting is meant to be engaging and memorable. Tigers should leave feeling proud of what they learned. They should also feel excited to come back for more adventures. With a mix of learning and fun, this plan helps new Scouts start their journey in the best way possible.

Total Time: 60 Minutes

Gathering Activity (10 minutes) – Pass the Ball Name Game

• Have the Scouts sit in a circle with a soft ball.
• Each Scout says their name and favorite thing to do after school before passing the ball.
• Helps Scouts get to know each other and feel comfortable.

Opening (5 minutes) – Scout Oath Introduction

• Teach the meaning of the Scout Oath by breaking it into simple parts.
• Use a poster or handout as a visual aid.
• Recite the Scout Oath together with their Tiger adult partners.

Learning the Scout Law (10 minutes) – Role-Playing Scenarios

• Read the Scout Law aloud and focus on trustworthiness, helpfulness, and friendliness.
• Assign simple role-playing scenarios where Scouts demonstrate these values.
• Discuss how these actions show good character.

Cub Scout Sign, Salute, and Handshake (10 minutes) – Simon Says Game

• Teach the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake.
• Play a game of “Simon Says” using these actions to reinforce learning.
• End with a quick practice session where each Scout demonstrates all three.

Do Your Best Reflection (10 minutes) – Sharing Stories

• Ask each Scout to think of a time they did their best.
• Have them share their story with their Tiger adult partner.
• Encourage positive reinforcement by praising their efforts.

Snack Time (10 minutes)

• Provide round crackers, cream cheese or peanut butter, and various toppings (raisins, pretzel sticks, sliced fruit, etc.).
• Scouts create a snack face that represents a Cub Scout (big smile for friendliness, strong pretzel arms for helpfulness, etc.).
• Encourage creativity while reinforcing the Scout Law values.

Closing (5 minutes) – Tying It All Together

• Remind Scouts how the activities today connect to the Scout Law.
• Ask each Scout to share one thing they learned.
• End with the Cub Scout sign and a quiet moment to reflect.

Materials Needed for the Den Meeting

For Gathering Activity (Pass the Ball Name Game)

• Soft ball

For Scout Oath Introduction

• Poster or handout with the Scout Oath

For Learning the Scout Law (Role-Playing Scenarios)

• List of role-playing scenarios to read aloud

For Cub Scout Sign, Salute, and Handshake (Simon Says Game)

• Poster or handout with pictures of the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake

For Do Your Best Reflection

• No materials needed (optional paper and crayons if Scouts want to draw their story)

For Snack Time (Build a Scout Face)

• Round crackers
• Cream cheese or peanut butter
• Raisins
• Pretzel sticks
• Sliced fruit (bananas, strawberries, apples, grapes)
• Cheese cubes
• Carrot sticks
• Mini chocolate chips
• Napkins
• Small plates
• Plastic knives or spoons for spreading

For Closing

• No materials needed

Things to Do Beforehand

• Print or prepare posters or handouts for the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake
• Gather all materials and supplies
• Set up snack supplies in an easy-to-reach area
• Plan how to arrange the meeting space (circle for gathering, open space for role-playing, table for snacks)
• Review role-playing scenarios and decide which to use

Things to Ask Parents to Provide or Help With

• Bring a snack topping (fruit, cheese, pretzels, or raisins)
• Help with snack preparation (spreading, passing out supplies)
• Assist with activities (especially for role-playing and snack time)
• Practice the Scout Oath with their Tiger at home
• Complete the “How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse” booklet at home

Having everything prepared ahead of time will help the Tiger Bobcat den meeting run smoothly and keep the Tigers engaged.

This gathering activity will help your Tigers get to know each other. It is simple, fun, and gets everyone talking. It also helps new Scouts feel more comfortable in the group. Plan for about 10 minutes.

Have the Scouts sit in a circle. Give one Scout a soft ball. Tell them to say their name and their favorite thing to do after school. After they share, they pass the ball to another Scout. That Scout does the same thing. Keep going until everyone has had a turn.

If time allows, you can play another round with a different question. Ask them to share their favorite food, animal, or sport. This keeps the game fun and helps them learn even more about each other.

This game helps break the ice and makes Scouts feel included. Some might be shy at first, but by the end, they will be more comfortable. When Scouts feel welcome, they will have more fun and be more engaged in the den meeting.

Learning the Scout Oath, One Step at a Time

This activity will help Tigers learn the Scout Oath. They might not remember all of it right away, and that’s okay. The goal is to help them understand what it means. Plan for about five minutes.

Start by showing a poster or handout with the Scout Oath. Read it out loud to the group. Then, break it into smaller parts and explain each one in simple words. For example, “On my honor, I will do my best” means they should always try hard and be honest. “To help other people at all times” means they should look for ways to be kind and helpful. Keep the explanations short and easy to understand.

After going through the meaning, have the Scouts say the Scout Oath together. Their adult partners should join in too. Speak slowly so they can follow along. If they stumble, remind them that learning takes practice.

This activity helps Tigers start to understand what being a Scout is all about. They don’t have to be perfect, just willing to try. Encourage them to do their best, just like the Oath says!

Act It Out: Learning the Scout Law

This activity will help Tigers understand the Scout Law. They will learn about being trustworthy, helpful, and friendly by acting out short scenarios. This makes learning fun and helps them see how these values work in real life. Plan for about 10 minutes.

Start by reading the Scout Law aloud. Explain that Scouts try to live by these words every day. Today, they will focus on three important parts: being trustworthy, helpful, and friendly. Keep the explanations simple. Trustworthy means people can count on you to be honest. Helpful means looking for ways to help others. Friendly means being kind and welcoming.

Now, let the Scouts act out short role-playing scenarios. Read a situation and ask for volunteers to act it out. After each one, ask the group what they saw. Did the Scout in the scene show trustworthiness, helpfulness, or friendliness? Talk briefly about why these actions are important.

Here are some simple scenarios:

Trustworthy:

• A Scout finds a lost toy at the park and returns it.
• A Scout promises to clean up their toys and does it.
• A Scout tells the truth, even when it is hard.

Helpful:

• A Scout helps a friend pick up spilled crayons.
• A Scout carries groceries inside for a neighbor.
• A Scout holds the door open for someone.

Friendly:

• A Scout invites a new classmate to play.
• A Scout smiles and says hello to someone.
• A Scout shares their snack with a friend.

This activity helps Tigers see the Scout Law in action. They will remember these lessons better because they are doing, not just listening. Keep the mood fun and positive, and praise their efforts!

Simon Says: Scout Style

Tigers need to learn the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake. These are important because they show respect and help Scouts recognize each other. Instead of just telling them what to do, turn it into a fun game of Simon Says. Plan for about 10 minutes.

This game helps Scouts practice the movements while staying engaged. They will listen carefully, follow directions, and learn by doing. At the end, they will have a chance to show what they learned.

Instructions:

1. Teach the Cub Scout sign. Raise your right hand straight up with two fingers extended. Explain that this stands for the ears of a Wolf, ready to listen.
2. Teach the Cub Scout salute. Show how to place two fingers of the right hand against the forehead in a respectful way. Explain that this is used when saluting the flag.
3. Teach the Cub Scout handshake. Demonstrate shaking hands with the left hand while making the Cub Scout sign with the right. Explain that the left-hand shake is a sign of trust.
4. Start the game of Simon Says. Give commands like “Simon says show the Cub Scout sign” or “Simon says do the Cub Scout handshake.” Occasionally, give a command without saying “Simon says” to see who is paying attention. And mix in some other actions too, like “Simon says run in place” or “Simon says wave at each other”.
5. Play for several minutes, making sure every Scout gets a chance to practice.
6. End the game and ask each Scout to demonstrate the sign, salute, and handshake one more time.

This game keeps learning fun and active. Scouts will remember these skills better because they are moving and thinking at the same time.

At the end, remind them that these signs are special. They are part of being a Cub Scout. Encourage them to practice at home and use what they learned at the next den meeting.

Doing Your Best, One Story at a Time

This activity helps Tigers understand the Cub Scout motto: Do Your Best. They will think about a time when they worked hard, even if something was difficult. This helps them see that effort is just as important as success. Plan for about 10 minutes.

Start by explaining what “Do Your Best” means. Tell them it does not mean being perfect. It means always trying as hard as you can. Give a few simple examples, like trying a new sport, helping a friend, or cleaning up without being asked. Let them know that doing your best looks different for everyone.

Ask each Scout to think of a time they did their best. It could be at home, at school, or with friends. Once they have an idea, have them share their story with their Tiger adult partner. Walk around and listen as they talk. Encourage them to explain what happened and how they felt.

After everyone has shared, gather the group and ask a few Scouts if they would like to share their stories with the whole den. Praise each Scout for their effort. Let them know that trying hard is what matters most. This helps build confidence and encourages them to always do their best in everything they do.

Snack time is a great way for Scouts to take a break and have fun. This snack also helps reinforce what they learned about the Scout Law. They will make a snack face that represents a Cub Scout. Plan for about 10 minutes.

Set out round crackers and a spread like cream cheese or peanut butter. Give them a variety of toppings to decorate their snack. Encourage them to be creative. Their faces can have big smiles for friendliness, strong pretzel arms for helpfulness, or raisin eyes that “look for ways to do their best.”

Here are some ideas for toppings you can use:

• Raisins – eyes
• Pretzel sticks – arms or hair
• Sliced fruit (bananas, strawberries, apples, grapes) – hands and feet
• Cheese cubes – hat
• Carrot sticks – arms or legs
• Mini chocolate chips – freckles or buttons

As they build their snack, ask them to explain how their snack shows Cub Scout values. Did they make a big smile for friendliness? Did they add strong pretzel arms for helpfulness? This keeps them thinking about what they learned while having fun.

After they finish, let them eat their creations. This activity gives them a chance to be creative, enjoy a treat, and reinforce the Scout Law in a hands-on way.

The closing is a chance to bring everything together. It helps the Scouts think about what they learned and how they can use it every day. Keep it simple and positive. Plan for about five minutes.

Gather the Scouts in a circle. Remind them of the fun activities they did today. Ask them how those activities connect to the Scout Law. For example, how did they show friendliness? How did they do their best? Let them share their thoughts.

Go around the circle and ask each Scout to share one thing they learned. It could be a new skill, a new word, or something about a friend. Encourage them to listen to each other. There are no wrong answers.

To end the den meeting, have everyone raise the Cub Scout sign. Ask them to take a quiet moment to think about how they can be a good Scout during the week. After a short pause, thank them for coming and let them know you are excited to see them at the next meeting.

Tiger Bobcat Adventure

The Tiger Bobcat Adventure is the first step for new Tiger Cub Scouts. It helps them learn what it means to be a Scout. They get to know their den, say the Scout Oath, and learn the Scout Law. They also practice important skills like the Cub Scout sign, salute, and handshake. These activities help them feel like part of the Cub Scout pack.

This adventure teaches Tigers to be trustworthy, helpful, and friendly. They learn how to do their best in everything they do. They also complete a safety activity at home with their parents. By finishing this adventure, Tigers gain confidence and understand the values of Scouting. This adventure sets the foundation for the rest of their journey in Cub Scouts.

Learn more about the Tiger Bobcat Adventure here.

What if some Scouts are too shy to share during the gathering activity?

That’s okay. Some Tigers might not be comfortable speaking in front of the group yet. If a Scout doesn’t want to talk, let them pass or have their adult partner help them. Over time, they will feel more comfortable.

What if the Scouts struggle to remember the Scout Oath?

They don’t need to memorize it all at once. The goal is to help them understand what it means. Keep practicing at each den meeting. Use handouts, posters, or fun games to help them learn it over time.

How can I keep the role-playing activity from getting too silly?

Tigers love to have fun, and that’s a good thing. Let them enjoy it, but remind them that the activity is about learning. If they get too silly, bring them back by asking, “What did we learn from that?” Keep the discussion short and positive.

What if a Scout does not want to participate in Simon Says?

Some Scouts may feel unsure about new activities. Encourage them to watch the first round and then try. If they still don’t want to join, let them help call out commands. This keeps them involved in a different way.

Can we change the snack if there are allergies?

Yes. Always check with parents about food allergies. You can swap ingredients as needed. If peanut butter is a concern, use cream cheese or sunflower butter. If a Scout has multiple allergies, ask parents to bring a safe snack for them.

What if we run out of time before finishing all the activities?

It’s okay if you don’t get through everything. Focus on the most important parts, like learning the Scout Oath and Law. You can always review missed activities at the next den meeting.

How can I get parents more involved in the Tiger Bobcat den meeting?

Ask them to help with small tasks, like setting up snacks or helping during activities. Give them a role so they feel included. Remind them that Cub Scouting is a family program, and their help makes meetings better.

What if the Scouts have trouble thinking of a time they did their best?

Give them examples to help them think. Ask, “Did you ever try really hard at school or help someone at home?” If they still can’t think of something, let them listen to others’ stories. They can share at the next den meeting instead.

This Tiger Bobcat den meeting plan helps new Tigers feel welcome in Scouting. It teaches them the basics in a way that is fun and easy to understand. They learn the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and some important Cub Scout skills. Most of all, they start to feel like part of the den.

Tigers learn best by doing, not just listening. Games, role-playing, and hands-on activities help them remember what they learn. The snack even gives them a chance to be creative while reinforcing the Scout Law. Every part of the den meeting has a purpose, but it all feels like fun to the Scouts.

This first adventure sets the tone for the rest of the year. Tigers who enjoy this den meeting will be excited to come back and learn more. They will start to build friendships and develop confidence. The more engaged they are, the more they will grow in Scouting.

At the end of the Tiger Bobcat den meeting, they might not remember every word of the Scout Oath, but that’s okay. What matters is that they begin to understand what it means. With each meeting, they will learn more and become stronger Scouts. This is just the beginning of a great adventure!