Bobcat Requirements

No matter what age or grade a boy joins Cub Scouting, he must earn his Bobcat badge before he can advance to the rank of Tiger, Wolf, Bear, or Webelos. A boy must complete the Bobcat requirements, which include:

  1. Learn and say the Scout Oath, with help if needed.

  2. Learn and say the Scout Law, with help if needed.

  3. Show the Cub Scout sign. Tell what it means.

  4. Show the Cub Scout handshake. Tell what it means.

  5. Say the Cub Scout motto. Tell what it means.

  6. Show the Cub Scout salute. Tell what it means.

  7. With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide—Bobcat Requirements.