Cub Scouts

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The Cub Scouts are an American organization for children in the first through fifth grades, typically ages 6 to 10. It is part of the broader Scouting America program, which was originally founded in Great Britain in 1908 by Robert S.S. Baden-Powell as the Boy Scouts. The movement emphasizes good citizenship, character development, and outdoor skills.12

The Cub Scout program was established as a parallel organization for younger boys, with the goal of providing training and activities suitable for their age group. The core principles of scouting, including a promise, a law, outdoor activities, and progressive training, are adapted for younger participants. The organization has evolved to include girls in its programs, reflecting a broader trend toward inclusivity in youth organizations.1

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Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell
… in Great Britain (known as Cub Scouts in the United States) for boys under the age of 11. At the first international Boy Scout Jamboree (London, 1920), he was acclaimed chief scout of the world.
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… in Great Britain (known as Cub Scouts in the United States) for boys under the age of 11. At the first international Boy Scout Jamboree (London, 1920), he was acclaimed chief scout of the world.
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… (known in some countries as Cub Scouts). Programs have been developed for even younger boys (Beaver Scouts in the U.K. for age 6 to 8, Tiger Cubs in the U.S. for age 7). In the U.S., Varsity programs are open to boys 14 through 17 years old and Venturing to…
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… (known in some countries as Cub Scouts). Programs have been developed for even younger boys (Beaver Scouts in the U.K. for age 6 to 8, Tiger Cubs in the U.S. for age 7). In the U.S., Varsity programs are open to boys 14 through 17 years old and Venturing to…
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