Boys in the 3^rd grade are considered Bear Scouts. They can either come from being a Wolf Scout, or be new members. Bear Scouts are the second stage of the actual Cub Scout program, which also includes the Wolf Scouts and Webelos. Bear Cubs do more than the Wolf Scouts as is appropriate for the higher age and abilities. Before your Bear Cub can earn his Bear badge, he must earn his Bobcat badge. There are several levels of accomplishment in the Bear Cub program. Throughout the scouting experience the key to success is the scout doing his best. Scouting is not a competition where only those who excel are rewarded, but an experience to help all participants grow. Progress Toward Rank Emblem – This emblem is earned after receiving the Bobcat badge. Your scout may already have this if he participated as a Wolf Cub last year. Achievement Beads – As the scout progresses toward his Bear badge he earns red beads to put on his Progress Toward Rank Emblem. Each bead is awarded for completing three achievements. If you do not wish to write in your handbook, there is an advancement signoff sheet link to the left. Bear Badge – Once the scout completes twelve of the twenty-four achievements he is eligible for his Bear Badge. Arrow Points – After earning his Bear badge he can begin earning arrow points. Each arrow point is earned by completing ten electives. Bonus: Requirements from achievements that did not get used for earning the Bear badge can count as an elective (consult with your Cubmaster to for a better description, or refer to your handbook). If you do not wish to write in your handbook, there is an elective signoff sheet link to the left. Belt Loops – Additionally your son can earn belt loops anytime after he earns his Bobcat badge. Belt loops can be earned for several Academic and Sporting activities. Contact your leader for more information. To the left is a signoff sheet if you wish to use it. Special Awards – There are some special awards that your son can also strive to achieve. These are typically more difficult to get, but well worth it. Examples include the Cub Scout World Conservation Award, the Cub Scouting’s Leave No Trace Awareness Award, and a Religious emblem (varies depending on your beliefs). To the left is a signoff sheet for these awards. *Note: The requirements for these special awards change depending on the level or scouting that they are in. Consult your Cubmaster for additional information.  Your boy remains a Bear Scout until he graduates the 3^rd grade, so make the most of the experience!
Advancement Signoff
Advancement Signoff (Summary)
Elective Signoff
Elective Signoff (Summary)
Belt Loop Signoff
Special Award Signoff
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