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Wolf Cub Scout Requirements, Helps, and Documents

The Wolf Cub Scout program is an exciting and pivotal step in the Cub Scouting journey, specifically designed for second-grade children or those who are 7-8 years old. This program builds on the skills and knowledge gained during the Tiger Cub experience, introducing young scouts to a more structured yet equally engaging pathway of discovery and growth. The Wolf program encourages scouts to explore a wide range of activities and challenges, focusing on character development, physical fitness, practical skills, and community involvement. Through a series of adventures, Wolf Cubs are invited to learn about the world around them, foster teamwork, and cultivate respect for nature and each other.

The Wolf Cub Scout rank badge. A wolf on a red background.

At the heart of the Wolf Cub Scout program is the Wolf badge, a symbol of achievement and progress. To earn this badge, scouts must complete a series of adventures that cover essential life skills, outdoor activities, and community service projects. These adventures are carefully designed to be fun, educational, and achievable, allowing scouts to progress at their own pace while enjoying the support and guidance of their leaders and peers. The completion of these adventures signifies not just the acquisition of new skills but also the growth of the scout’s confidence and sense of responsibility.

The Wolf Cub Scout program is structured around the Cub Scout motto, “Do Your Best,” encouraging scouts to strive for personal improvement and community contribution. The adventures include topics such as flag etiquette, emergency preparedness, fitness, and environmental conservation, all aimed at nurturing a well-rounded individual. These experiences are supplemented by family involvement, where parents and guardians are invited to participate and support their scouts, reinforcing the scouting values of cooperation and family unity.

Embarking on the Wolf journey is a memorable and transformative experience for Wolf Cub Scouts. It lays a strong foundation for their future scouting endeavors, instilling in them a love for adventure, a commitment to service, and a deep respect for the principles of the Scout Oath and Law. As they progress through the program and earn their Wolf badge, they not only gain new skills and knowledge but also build lasting friendships and memories that enrich their scouting journey.

Wolf Cub Scout Requirements

  1. Complete each of the six required Adventures.
  2. In addition to the six required adventures listed previously, complete at least one elective Adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing.
  3. With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.
  4. Watch the Protect Yourself Rules video for 2nd Grade, Wolf. (The video is located at https://vimeo.com/325064564 and can be watched on-line or downloaded and viewed off-line.) OR Earn the Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventure.

Printable Wolf Cub Scout requirements

Printable checkoff sheet for the Wolf Badge (for den or individual use)

Wolf Cub Scout Required Adventures

Call of the Wild

Call of the Wild Wolf Cub Scout Adventure

For the Call of the Wild adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts go camping, learn some Scout skills, think about being prepared for outdoor adventure, and learn about Leave No Trace.

Council Fire (Duty to Country)

Wolf Council Fire Duty to Country Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Council Fire adventure, Wolves learn about being a member of a community. They plan a service project, look for ways they can help in their area, and actively participate in making their community better.

Footsteps of Faith (Duty to God)

Wolf Footsteps of Faith Cub Scout Adventure

For the Footsteps of Faith adventure, Wolves visit a religious monument and create a display about their trip. They also explore other aspects of faith.

Howling at the Moon

Wolf Howling at the Moon Cub Scout Adventure

For the Howling at the Moon adventure, Wolves practice their communication skills by creating a skit and performing it at a pack campfire program.

Paws on the Path

Wolf Paws on the Path Cub Scout Adventure

For the Paws on the Path adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts learn about safe hiking, being good stewards of the environment, and maps. They also go hiking and observe signs of wildlife.

Running with the Pack

Running with the Pack Wolf Cub Scout Adventure

For the Running with the Pack adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts play catch, practice balancing, play a sport, and explore other physical skills. They also learn about the importance of a balanced diet.

Wolf Cub Scout Elective Adventures

Wolf Adventures in Coins

Wolf Adventures in Coins Cub Scout Adventure

For the Adventures in Coins adventure, Wolves play games and do activities related to coins. In the process, they learn all about coins.

Air of the Wolf

Air of the Wolf Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Air of the Wolf adventure, Wolves learn about activities which can be done using air – paper airplanes, balloons, music, kites, and more.

Code of the Wolf

Code of the Wolf Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

Wolf Cub Scouts learn about numbers, measuring, shapes, and math for the Code of the Wolf adventure. They also get to try sending a message using code.

Cubs Who Care

Wolf Cubs Who Care Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Cubs Who Care adventure, Wolves learn about the challenges faced by people with disabilities.

Digging in the Past

Wolf Digging in the Past Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Digging in the Past adventure, Wolves learn about dinosaurs and fossils.

Finding Your Way

Wolf Finding Your Way Adventure Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Finding Your Way adventure, Wolves learn map and compass skills.

Germs Alive!

Wolf Germs Alive Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

Wolf Cub Scouts learn about good hygiene while working on the Germs Alive! adventure. They learn how diseases spread and how good habits, like hand washing and covering your mouth when you sneeze, can help keep everyone healthy.

Paws of Skill

Wolf Paws of Skill Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

For the Paws of Skill adventure, Wolves learn about sportsmanship and using sports to stay physically fit.

Spirit of the Water

Wolf Spirit of the Water Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

While working on the Spirit of the Water adventure, Wolves learn about water pollution and conservation. They also develop swimming and boating skills. Here are a few ideas to help you with this achievement.

Resources for Leaders and Parents

Wolf Neckerchief Slide

Wolf Neckerchief Slide Craft

Homemade neckerchief slides are a Scouting tradition. Make this easy Wolf neckerchief slide with your Cub Scouts.

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