Bear Scouts

The fourth step on the advancement trail!

If a Cub Scout has completed the second grade (or is 9 years old), they may start earning the Bear rank. The scout receives a Bear Scout handbook and is responsible for getting a blue Cub Scout Uniform, Bear neckerchief, and Bear neckerchief slide. This part of the advancement trail is intended to prepare the scout to begin earning the Webelos rank after completing third grade.

Third Grade - Bear Requirements

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Third graders work toward the Bear rank. The Bear rank is earned by completing seven adventures as described below. 

1. Complete each of the six required adventures:

  • Baloo the Builder

  • Bear Claws

  • Bear Necessities

  • Fellowship and Duty to God

  • Fur, Feathers, and Ferns

  • Paws for Action (Duty to Country)

2. In addition to the six required adventures, complete at least one elective adventure of your den’s or family’s choosing. 

3. With your parent, guardian, or other caring adult, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide. 

4. Earn the Cyber Chip award for your age. (The Cyber Chip portion of this requirement may be waived by your parent or guardian if you do not have access to the internet.) OR Earn the Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventure for Bear.