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          Frequently Asked Questions
         
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        Following are the answers to common questions about Cub Scouting.

        Joining Cub Scouting

        • How old (or young) can a boy be to join Cub Scouting?
        • How can I become an adult volunteer in Cub Scouting?
        • Is there a Cub Scout pack in my area?
        • Is it possible to be a Cub Scout if there is not a pack in my area?
        • Must I be a U.S. citizen to join Cub Scouting?

        The Cub Scout Program

        • Are Cub Scouts the same as Boy Scouts?
        • How often do Cub Scouts meet?
        • May parents attend den meetings?

        Uniform and Supplies

        • What supplies and equipment are needed to participate in Cub Scouting?
        • Where can I purchase BSA literature, uniforms, and other program materials?
        • How can I save money on the cost of uniforms and equipment?

        Advancement and Awards

        • If a boy joins a Bear den, may he go back and earn the Tiger and Wolf badges?
        • If a boy completes the Wolf badge early, may he begin working on the Bear badge?
        • May Cub Scouts earn badges such as the 50-Miler Award or Mile Swim, BSA?
        • When a Cub Scout earns the Arrow of Light, may he immediately join a Boy Scout troop?

         
         

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