Athens Pack 1

The youngest Cubs in the pack! Lions work alongside an adult partner to complete fun, simple adventures that introduce them to Scouting. They learn about following rules, helping others, and being part of a den. Lion adventures include activities like exploring nature, learning about their community, playing games, and discovering new skills. This rank focuses on building confidence and excitement about being a Cub Scout. Lions typically meet twice a month and participate in pack meetings with their families.

Tigers continue to work with an adult partner as they explore the world around them. Adventures for Tigers include learning about their community, trying new games and sports, exploring the outdoors, and developing skills like teamwork and communication. Tigers participate in den meetings, pack meetings, and special Tiger activities. They learn basic outdoor skills, discover what makes their community special, and begin to understand what it means to help others. The Tiger rank helps first graders build independence while still having strong family involvement.

Wolves begin to develop more independence in their Scouting activities. They learn about citizenship, nature, physical fitness, and personal development through hands-on adventures. Wolf adventures include activities like camping preparation, learning about the American flag, exploring local government, trying new physical activities, and developing problem-solving skills. Wolves participate in more outdoor activities and begin to take on small leadership roles within their den. This rank emphasizes learning by doing and building confidence in new situations.

Bears are ready for more challenging adventures and begin to develop stronger outdoor skills and leadership abilities. Bear adventures include camping skills, learning about wildlife, exploring science and technology, developing physical fitness, and understanding their role in the community. Bears participate in more advanced outdoor activities, work on projects that help others, and begin to mentor younger Cubs. This rank focuses on building competence and confidence as Scouts prepare for the transition to Webelos. Bears start to see themselves as role models for younger Scouts.

Webelos (which stands for "We'll Be Loyal Scouts") marks the transition toward Scouts BSA. Fourth graders work on more advanced skills and begin to experience what it's like to be in a Scout troop. Webelos adventures include outdoor skills like camping and hiking, learning about citizenship and community service, exploring potential careers and hobbies, and developing physical fitness. Webelos participate in longer camping trips, visit Scout troops to see what's next, and take on more responsibility for planning their own activities. This rank prepares Cubs for the next step in their Scouting journey.

The Arrow of Light is the highest rank in Cub Scouting and the only Cub Scout badge that can be worn on a Scouts BSA uniform. Fifth graders work on advanced outdoor skills, leadership development, and preparation for joining a Scout troop. Arrow of Light adventures include camping with a Scout troop, building leadership skills, planning and leading activities, and demonstrating Scout skills. Scouts in this rank serve as mentors to younger Cubs and help lead pack activities. Earning the Arrow of Light represents the culmination of a Scout's Cub Scouting journey and readiness to move on to Scouts BSA. Many Arrow of Light Scouts transition to Athens Troop 1.