Wolf Cub Scout Requirements, Helps, and Documents
Wolf is the Cub Scout program for girls and boys in 2nd grade. The Wolf Cub Scout requirements encourage them to be more independent and to start learning more about outdoor adventures and service.
Wolf Cub Scouts
Resources for Leaders and Parents
Wolf Cub Scout Requirements
- Required Adventures
- Complete one elective (see below)
- Youth Protection Exercises
- Cyber Chip for grades 1-3
Wolves may also explore further with more elective adventures. See below.
Resources for Leaders and Parents
- Wolf Adventures Checkoff Sheet
- Welcome New Den Leaders
- BSA Safety
- Questions and Answers from Scouters
- Other Cub Scout Ranks
- Other Cub Scout Awards
- Scout Moms, Dads, and Leaders Facebook group
Ask Scouter Mom a question or share your ideas with others
Wolf Badge Overview (Video)
Wolf Neckerchief Slide Craft
Homemade neckerchief slides are a Scouting tradition. Make this easy Wolf neckerchief slide with your Cub Scouts.
Call of the Wild
For the Call of the Wild adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts go camping, learn some Scout skills, think about being prepared for outdoor adventure, and learn about Leave No Trace.
Council Fire (Duty to Country)
For the Council Fire adventure, Wolves learn about being a member of a community. They plan a service project, look for ways they can help in their area, and actively participate in making their community better.
Footsteps of Faith (Duty to God)
For the Footsteps of Faith adventure, Wolves visit a religious monument and create a display about their trip. They also explore other aspects of faith.
Howling at the Moon
For the Howling at the Moon adventure, Wolves practice their communication skills by creating a skit and performing it at a pack campfire program.
Paws on the Path
For the Paws on the Path adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts learn about safe hiking, being good stewards of the environment, and maps. They also go hiking and observe signs of wildlife.
Running with the Pack
For the Running with the Pack adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts play catch, practice balancing, play a sport, and explore other physical skills. They also learn about the importance of a balanced diet.
Wolf Cub Scout Elective Adventures
Adventures which are marked with a * are being retired by BSA on May 31, 2022.
Wolf Adventures in Coins
For the Adventures in Coins adventure, Wolves play games and do activities related to coins. In the process, they learn all about coins.
Air of the Wolf
For the Air of the Wolf adventure, Wolves learn about activities which can be done using air – paper airplanes, balloons, music, kites, and more.
Code of the Wolf
Wolf Cub Scouts learn about numbers, measuring, shapes, and math for the Code of the Wolf adventure. They also get to try sending a message using code.
Collections and Hobbies
Note: BSA is retiring this adventure on May 31, 2022.
For the Collections and Hobbies adventure, Wolves start a collection and share it with their den. They also visit collection on display and play a game related to collecting.
Cubs Who Care
For the Cubs Who Care adventure, Wolves learn about the challenges faced by people with disabilities.
Digging in the Past
For the Digging in the Past adventure, Wolves learn about dinosaurs and fossils.
Finding Your Way
For the Finding Your Way adventure, Wolves learn map and compass skills.
Grow Something
Note: BSA is retiring this adventure on May 31, 2022.
While working on the Grow Something adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts will learn about plants and growing zones. They will also put their gardening knowledge into action by growing plants indoors or outside.
Germs Alive!
Wolf Cub Scouts learn about good hygiene while working on the Germs Alive! adventure. They learn how diseases spread and how good habits, like hand washing and covering your mouth when you sneeze, can help keep everyone healthy.
Hometown Heroes
Note: BSA is retiring this adventure on May 31, 2022.
For the Hometown Heroes adventure, Wolves learn about citizens who are heroes in their local communities.
Motor Away
Note: BSA is retiring this adventure on May 31, 2022.
For the Motor Away adventure, Wolves learn about planes, boats, and cars by creating their own models and making them move.
Paws of Skill
For the Paws of Skill adventure, Wolves learn about sportsmanship and using sports to stay physically fit.
Spirit of the Water
While working on the Spirit of the Water adventure, Wolves learn about water pollution and conservation. They also develop swimming and boating skills. Here are a few ideas to help you with this achievement.