Ranks
By completing required adventures, Cub Scouts advance through the ranks. For a detailed explanation of rank advancement, check out The Advancement Trail from Scouting.org.
Scouts start in the den associated with their school grade.
Kindergarten - Lion
1st Grade - Tiger
2nd Grade - Wolf
3rd Grade - Bear
4th Grade - Webelos
5th Grade - Arrow of Light
Lions and Tigers work with their adult partner (parent/guardian) to complete simple, fun adventures. Wolves and Bears begin to complete more complicated adventures with limited adult help. Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts start leading themselves and focus on preparing to join a BSA troop.