2015 Cub and Boy Scout Program Changes

Cub Scouts

The Cub Scout program is getting a bit of a makeover starting the summer of 2015. The structure of the program will still be same as it is now, but how the boys progress to earn their ranks will be different. The new program will focus on the boys completing a set of "adventures." There will be core adventures to be completed to earn the rank with elective adventures to customize the program and provide year-round activities.

For more information see The New Cub Scout Adventure Program for 2015-2016.

Boy Scouts

The Boy Scout program is also getting a bit of a change, but not as nearly dramatic as the cub scouts. For a summary of cub and boy scout changes, including timeline for adoption, see the 2015 Program Overview for Cub Scouts and  Boy Scouts.

What isn’t changing

• Current ranks and approach (Tenderfoot to First Class earned concurrently; Star to Eagle Scout earned sequentially)
• Use of merit badge program

What is changing

• Scout will become a rank
• Additions:
  • Service at all ranks (conservation-related at Life)
  • Healthy eating/habits requirements
  • Some reordering in Tenderfoot to First Class
  • Physical fitness at each rank, Tenderfoot to First Class
  • Outdoor ethics — Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly
  • Weather safety, risk assessment and mitigation
  • Duty to God incorporated in requirement to show Scout Spirit.

Transition details