Boys in the 4^th and 5^th grade are considered Webelos Scouts. They can either come from being a Bear Scout, or be new members. Webelos Scouts are the last of the actual Cub Scout program, which also includes the Wolf and Bear Scouts. Webelos do more than any other Cub Scout rank, as is appropriate for the higher age and abilities. Before your Webelos Scout can earn his Webelos, he must earn his Bobcat badge. There are several levels of accomplishment in the Webelos 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. Colors – This emblem is earned by becoming a Webelos Scout. Activity Badges – As the scout progresses toward his Webelos badge and Arrow of Light, he earns Activity Badges. These badges are places on the Colors. There is a signoff sheet to the left for the activity badges. Webelos Badge – The fifth rank in Cub Scouts is earned by completing some requirements, including earning three activity badges, and a religious emblem. To the left is a signoff sheet (Advancement) for these awards. Compass Point Emblem – After earning his Webelos badge, and a total of seven activity badges (four greater than the requirements for the Webelos Badge) the scout has earned his Compass Point Emblem. Compass Points – After earning his Compass Point Emblem, your scout earns a Compass Point for every four additional Activity Badges, up to a total of three Compass Points. Arrow of Light – The final award that a Webelos Scout earns is the Arrow of Light. The requirements for this award finishes the preparations in teaching the Webelos Scout about the Boy Scouting adventure that he is about to join. Belt Loops – Additionally your son will earn belt loops while on his Webelos Adventure. Belt loops can be earned for several Academic and Sporting activities. Any belt loop that is not earned for any of the above, can still be earned prior to his Arrow of Light. 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. To the left is a signoff sheet for these awards.  Your boy remains a Webelos Scout until he graduates the 5^th grade or moves on to the Boy Scouts, so make the most of the experience!
Advancement Signoff
Arrow of Light Signoff
Activity Badge Signoff
Activity Badge Signoff (Summary)
Belt Loop Signoff
Special Award Signoff
If you have any Suggestions for new Webelos leaders & parents and wish to share them, let me know and I will add them here.
If you have any Pictures of your son as a Webelos scout in a scouting activity send them to me to post.
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