What are Tiger Cubs?

The Tiger Cub program is a fun-filled, age-appropriate introduction to Cub Scouting. Tiger Cubs participate with an adult partner, and those adult partners share leadership in the Tiger Cub Den.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TIGER CUB PROGRAM:

• Tiger Cubs and adult partners participate in den and pack activities together.
• A Tiger Cub den leader coordinates shared leadership among adult partners in the den. A Tiger Cub den leader is required if a pack registers Tiger Cubs.
• The advancement plan creates fun and excitement for 1st grade boys. The Tiger Cub badge is earned after completing five achievements grouped in three areas: den activity, family activity, and a Go See It. After completing the rank of Tiger Cub, boys may earn one Tiger Track bead when he completes 10 electives. There is no limit to the number of Tiger Track beads a boy can earn.
• Advancement is displayed on a Tiger Cub totem, which is worn on the belt.
• Tiger Cubs and adult partners work out of the Tiger Cub Handbook to complete achievements and electives.
• A complete description of the Tiger Cub program can be found in the "Tiger Cub Program" chapter of the Cub Scout Leader Book.
• Each pack should have one or more Tiger Cub dens, each consisting of five to nine boys and adult partners.
• The Tiger Cub den leaders are members of the pack leadership team and receive support and coaching from the pack committee, which includes the pack trainer and Cubmaster or assistant Cubmaster.
• Tiger Cub badges should be presented in meaningful pack meeting ceremonies.
• Tiger Cub dens actively participate in pack meetings and activities.
• The recommended monthly meeting pattern consists of den, family, Go See It activities, and participation in the monthly pack meeting. Suggested den meeting plans are included in Cub Scout Program Helps.
• Tiger Cubs and their adult partners are the future of your pack!

NEW LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

TIGER CUB DEN LEADER

• Attend Basic Leader Training for Tiger Cub den leaders.
• Coordinate shared leadership among adult partners in the den. Get everyone involved!
• Work with shared leadership to plan den activities focused on the Cub Scout monthly theme.
• Participate in monthly pack leaders' meetings.
• Attend the district's monthly roundtable and other supplemental training. Wear the Cub Scout leader uniform with a newly designed Tiger Cub den leader neckerchief.
• Present Tiger Cub beads at den meetings in a short, meaningful ceremony.