Your one-stop guide to joining Lion Cub Scouts.

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Your little ones are growing up fast, and you want to introduce them to the beauty of the outdoors but with a safe, controlled approach. Maybe you'd like them to better sense, think, and understand the natural world around them—ask questions—learn practical outdoor skills taught in Scouting. You can even introduce them to the idea that their actions impact the environment. You want to encourage your child's curiosity and build character by participating in age-appropriate challenges to help them succeed later in life. The Lion Cub program allows you to do all that while making wonderful memories together!

The BSA established the Lion Cub Scout program to introduce kindergarten-age youth and parents to all the fun in Scouting. The program's goal is to help young children develop communication skills, and problem-solving abilities and sow the seeds of leadership. Lions work together through fun, hands-on activities the whole family will enjoy! And they'll never leave the supervision of a Lion Guide. Over a single school year, boys and girls will get the opportunity to prepare for their Scouting journey.

You should note that Lion Cub Scouts is a program where parents will need to accompany their Scouts to meetings and activities. To address the needs of younger boys and girls, the program was designed to be family-oriented. For this reason, parents should expect to be involved with the Lion Scouts on a consistent and regular basis and thus, should plan accordingly. If you are a Cub Scout parent, you or another parent should plan to accompany your little one on group outings and field trips! Lions typically meet up to twice a month, and most gatherings tend to last anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour. 

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Following these quick steps allows you to find your nearest Pack and the most up-to-date contact information to reach out and inquire about joining. Your first step to enrolling your little one into the Lion program is completing a BSA Youth Application. You can find and download that application here. It's also important to note that you will need to provide the Cubmaster of the Pack with your child's Health Record. To find a Pack near you, please go to beascout.scouting.org, and make sure to select the Cub Scouts tab before entering your zip code.

The Lions uniform is relatively simple to assemble. Here's a list of the items for the Lions uniform:

• Navy-blue T-Shirt with Lion Logo
• Navy-blue web belt with metal buckle 
• Navy-blue Lion cap
• Neckerchief (optional)
• Neckerchief slide (optional) 
• Cub Scout crew socks (optional)

Right now, there's no uniform inspection sheet for Lions. Using official uniform pants, shorts, and Cub Scout socks are optional. Check with your Den leader to see of using these items for Lions in the Den.

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One of the great things about Lion Cub Scouts is that it can work around your family's busy schedule! Den meetings typically vary in time and location. It all depends on the plans of den members and what times are most convenient for everyone to meet. You should expect the Lion den to meet at least once a month for 45 minutes to an hour so that it won't consume a large chunk of your time. During each den meeting, Lions and parents will get the chance to interact with each other, play games, and perform various indoor and outdoor activities under the guidance and supervision of a Cubmaster. Although you may not immediately realize it, Den meetings are a great way to encourage socializing and promote teamwork among children. 

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If you need help instilling motivation for your little one to succeed in school, joining Lion Scouts is a great way! While Lions enjoy all the fun exploring the outdoors with their Den, the mission of Scouting remains the same—teaching children the value of hard work and achievement as they progress through the ranks. In the Lion Cub Scout program, your little one will work their way to the Lion rank by completing five unique adventures. But if you're worried about your little one undertaking such a task this early— don't be! Parents and Lion adult leaders are welcome and encouraged to participate in all Den activities! 

Here are the five Lion required adventures:

• Lion's Honor
• Fun on the Run
• Animal Kingdom
• Mountain Lion
• King of the Jungle

Check out Cub Scout Ideas for an in-depth look at these Lion elective requirements! Along with the five required activities, there are also several optional adventures Lions and families can participate in together. They include "I'll Do It Myself," "Pick My Path," "Gizmos and Gadgets," "On Your Mark," "Build It Up," "Knock It Down," and "Ready, Set, Grow."

Here's a quick breakdown of each of the 5 Lion required activities:

• Demonstrate the Cub Scout sign.
• Repeat the Cub Scout motto.
• Show the Cub Scout salute.
• Show teamwork and good sportsmanship by playing a game with your den.
• Participate in at least one outing.

• Learn and demonstrate three exercises you can do each day.
• Have Lions make a nutritious snack for the Den.
• Understand the importance of rest.
• Participate as a den in Jungle Field Day.

• Learn the role of someone who provides a service to your community.
• Demonstrate you know what to do in an emergency.
• Choose two energy-saving projects to practice in your home for two weeks.
• Participate in a Lion den family service project for others.

• Gather the outdoor items you need to have with you when you go on an outdoor adventure and understand how they are used. 
• Understand and practice the buddy system.
• Learn what SAW (Stay, Answer, Whistle) means. Demonstrate what you can do to stay safe if you become separated from the group outdoors.
• Demonstrate an understanding of respect for animals and nature when participating in a learning hike.

Participate in a flag ceremony with your den.

Explain what it means to be a good citizen.

Explain what it means to be a leader.

Whether you're looking to get your little ones socializing with other kids or want to teach them the value of teamwork, Lion Scouts is a fun and safe way of doing so! Lion Scouts offers fun and exciting adventure opportunities the whole family can enjoy, and you can start making memories with them that will last a lifetime. To find Lion Scout uniforms and apparel, visit ScoutShop.org today!