From:Lion Cubs Pilot Program-June 2008-District Info

Welcome BSA LION CUBS A Cub Scout Program for Kindergarten Boys and their Families.

The Cub Scout adventure begins with the Lion Cubs . . . A program of exciting indoor and outdoor activities designed for kindergarten boys and their adult partner. Adults are there as a support and guide, and allow the new Cub Scout to discover the activities and consequences under adult supervision. He will learn by doing these things himself. And as he learns and grows the relationship with him will grow as well.

At the end of the school year, he will graduate to Tiger Cubs. Then with each following year he will advance through the Cub Scout program as a Wolf, then Bear, then finally as a Webelos Scout.

The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America is to provide an educational program for boys . . .

• To build character
• To foster citizenship
• To develop personal fitness

As children grow, we know how important it is to offer the very best information and provide resources to teach selfassurance as they build respect for other people. The Boy Scouts of America has such a program - Cub Scouting - which has been serving grade school-aged boys since 1930.

Who are Lion Cubs? · Lion Cubs are kindergarten boys · Lion Cubs join with a parent / adult partner · Lion Cubs form dens of 6-8 Lion Cub pairs · Lion Cub dens are part of a Cub Scout pack · Lion Cubs may wear a special Lion Cub t-shirt to their activities · Lion Cubs move to the next Cub Scout level (Tiger Cubs) at the end of kindergarten

The goals of the Lion Cubs program

• To strengthen Scouting’s position in the community
• To reflect the diversity of our communities
• To offer greater support for children and their families
• To introduce children and their families to the fun of the outdoors
• To provide extended learning opportunities outside of school

Lion Cub Family benefits

• Offers age-appropriate activities each month
• Provides value for families
• Enhances quality family time
• Provides a forum for adult interaction
• Encourages positive interaction between Scouts
• Strengthens parenting skills
• Introduces families to Scouting Goals of the Lion Cubs Program

Pack Coordinator Position Concept

• Serves as the pack’s representative to the Lion Cub den.
• Lead and promote Lion Cubs recruitment programs in your pack.
• Assist with the transition of Lion Cubs to Tiger Cubs at the end of the Kindergarten school year.
• Completes evaluation of the Lion Cubs program.
• As a parent or caring adult, you want your Lion Cub to grow up to be self-reliant and dependable, worthy and caring. Scouting has these same goals in mind for him.