Author: Scouter Mom
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Choosing Cub Scout Electives That Fit Your Den
Elective adventures help Cub Scout leaders add fun and flexibility beyond Bobcat and required adventures. Electives make meetings more engaging. They help match activities to Scout age, energy, and time limits. Some electives are active. Others are calm and hands on. Choosing the right ones helps meetings run smoothly and keeps Scouts interested. Electives also…
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Camping Adventures for Cub Scouts
At this Wolf den meeting for the Call of the Wild adventure, Wolves prepare for camping by learning about knots, fire, the Outdoor Code, and Leave No Trace.
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Wilderness Survival Merit Badge
The Wilderness Survival Merit Badge teaches Scouts how to handle emergencies in the outdoors. Scouts learn how to build a shelter, find safe water, signal for help, and stay warm and dry. They also practice what to do if they get lost or separated from their group. The badge helps Scouts think ahead and stay…
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Gourd Birdhouse
Make a simple and natural birdhouse using a dried gourd. This hands-on project is perfect for Scouts. It teaches safety, basic skills, and care for nature. Scouts will enjoy cleaning, scooping, and painting the gourd. Some steps, like using bleach and cutting the hole, are best left to adults. Once painted and sealed, the gourd…
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Ticks on a Toilet Seat Recipe
The ticks on a toilet seat recipe is a simple snack made with apple rings, a spread, and raisins. The silly name gets Scouts excited to try it. Youth help make the snack by spreading the topping and placing the raisins. This builds confidence and keeps the activity fun. The ingredients are easy to bring…
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Arrow of Light First Aid Den Meeting Plan
Arrow of Light First Aid Den Meeting Plan First aid is an important skill for every Scout to learn. In this Arrow of Light adventure, Scouts will practice how to handle emergencies and help others. They will learn how to stay calm, think quickly, and take action when someone is hurt. These skills are useful…
