Attention Cub Scout Leaders…

Boy Scouting is designed for boys ages 11 through 17, who are old enough to be on their own in the outdoors. While adults serve as key leaders, Boy Scouts hold leadership positions and plan the Troop's program.

 

The passage from Cub Scout pack to Boy Scout Troop should be smooth, with no time lost in between. By the time Webelos Scouts are ready to cross over, they and their families should be familiar and comfortable with the youth and adult leaders of the Troop, their role in the Troop and Troop activities, and feel excited about beginning this new adventure. The Webelos Scout's graduation ceremony should clearly signify his transition to a new level of Scouting, and could include the presentation of his Arrow of Light Award, a Boy Scout Handbook, and a Troop neckerchief.

 

A Webelos Scout who has earned the Arrow of Light Award has now completed all the requirements for the Scout badge and may join a Boy Scout Troop.

 

The key factor to improved Webelos transition is the ongoing working relationship of the leaders of a Cub Scout Pack and a Boy Scout Troop. Ideally a community organization would have both a pack and a Troop with leaders who work together to help move Webelos Scouts into a Boy Scout Troop the same way schools move students from elementary school to middle school.

 

If your Second Year Webelos have not found a Troop yet, please do not wait any longer. Contact your District Webelos Transition Chair or your District Executive to find a home for your boys. Let’s make sure they continue the Scouting journey!!