Bobcat badge
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[[Image:Bobcat_pin.jpg|Early 1950s version of the Bobcat pin]] | [[Image:Bobcat_pin.jpg|Early 1950s version of the Bobcat pin]] | ||
- | The Bobcat rank was introduced in 1938 as the entry-level rank for every new Cub. The badge was a pin that was to be worn on civilian clothing and was not officially approved to be worn on the uniform shirt until 1959. In late 1972, the Bobcat pin was replaced with an embroidered rank patch and the Wolf and Bear rank badges were updated to the designs currently in use. | + | The Bobcat rank was introduced in 1938 as the entry-level rank for every new Cub. The badge was a pin that was to be worn on civilian clothing and was not officially approved to be worn on the [[uniform]] shirt until 1959. In late 1972, the Bobcat pin was replaced with an embroidered rank patch and the Wolf and Bear rank badges were updated to the designs currently in use. |
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Revision as of 14:35, October 10, 2008
The Bobcat badge is the first rank earned by every boy in Cub Scouting. All boys will first work on their Bobcat badge to complete the Cub Scout joining requirements. Once the Bobcat badge requirements have been completed, the Cub Scout will continue with the age appropriate program.
History
The Bobcat rank was introduced in 1938 as the entry-level rank for every new Cub. The badge was a pin that was to be worn on civilian clothing and was not officially approved to be worn on the uniform shirt until 1959. In late 1972, the Bobcat pin was replaced with an embroidered rank patch and the Wolf and Bear rank badges were updated to the designs currently in use.
Bobcat badge requirements | ![]() |
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Cub Scout Leader Resources
Cub Scout Resources | ||||
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New Leader Brochures: | Tiger | Wolf/Bear | Webelos | Cubmaster |
Applications & Reports: | Youth Application | Adult Leader Application | Advancement Report | Uniform |
Online Training: | New Leader | Youth Protection Training | Safe Swim Defense | Safety Afloat |
Safety Guides: | Guide to Safe Scouting | Safe Swim Defense | Safety Afloat | Climb On Safely |
Other: | Permission Slip | Local Tour Permit | National Tour Permit | Fundraising |
Medical Exam Forms: | Annual Health and Medical Record 34605 | Age-Appropriate Guidelines | More forms… |
Bobcat • Tiger • Wolf • Bear • Webelos • Arrow of Light