WEBELOS RANK ADVANCEMENT
Explore More. Lead More. Do More.
Webelos Scouts take on more advanced adventures that strengthen independence, leadership, outdoor skills, and confidence. Fourth-grade Scouts begin taking greater responsibility for their own progress while preparing for the next stage of their Scouting journey.
To earn the Webelos rank, Scouts complete six required adventures and at least two elective adventures.
Quick Advancement Snapshot
Here’s what your Webelos will complete on the journey toward earning the Webelos rank.
Fourth Grade
Designed for Cub Scouts in first grade.
6 Required Adventures
Complete all six required Bear adventures.
2 Elective Adventures
Choose and complete at least two elective adventures.
Growing Independence
Build leadership, outdoor skills, and confidence through increasingly independent experiences.
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Resources for Den Leaders & Families
Use these resources to plan adventures, prepare den meetings, and help Scouts make progress toward their Webelos rank.
Official Webelos Resources
Explore Webelos requirements, adventures, activities, and official resources from Scouting America.
Den Leader Resources
Find planning tools, meeting resources, safety information, and helpful guidance for leading a Webelos den.
Den Leader Resources
Find planning tools, meeting resources, safety information, and helpful guidance for leading a Webelos den.
Required Adventures
Every Webelos Scout completes six required adventures on the journey toward earning the Webelos rank. These adventures strengthen character, fitness, citizenship, personal safety, family values, and outdoor skills.
Bobcat Webelos
Character & Leadership
Strengthen understanding of the Scout Oath and Scout Law while building teamwork, leadership, and responsibility within the den.
Stronger, Faster, Higher
Personal Fitness
Explore fitness, healthy habits, and personal goals while learning how regular activity supports physical and mental well-being.
My Community
Citizenship
Learn more about your community, civic responsibility, and ways Scouts can contribute through service and active citizenship.
My Family
Family & Reverence
Explore family relationships, traditions, responsibilities, and the values that help strengthen your family and guide personal growth.
My Safety
Personal Safety
Build awareness and decision-making skills that help Scouts stay safe, recognize risks, and respond appropriately in everyday situations.
Webelos Walkabout
Outdoors
Plan and complete a two-mile outdoor walk while practicing preparation, first aid, weather awareness, and safe outdoor habits.
Choose Your Elective Adventures
Webelos Scouts complete at least two elective adventures to earn the rank. Explore the options below and choose adventures that match your Scout’s interests, skills, and growing independence.
Aquanaut
Art Explosion
Aware and Care
Build It
Catch the Big One
Champions for Nature Webelos
Chef Knife
Earth Rocks
Let's Camp Webelos
Math on the Trail
Modular Design
Paddle Onward
Pedal Away
Race Time Webelos
Summertime Fun Webelos
Tech on the Trail
Yo-yo
Elective Adventures at Council & District Events
Some Webelos elective adventures are available only through approved Council and District events with qualified instructors. Webelos Scouts may have opportunities to complete Archery Webelos, Slingshot, and BB Guns at eligible events and camp programs.
Archery
BB Gun
Slingshot
Celebrate Every Adventure
As Webelos Scouts complete adventures, their progress is recognized along the way. Each completed adventure builds skills, confidence, and greater independence while moving them closer to earning the Webelos rank.
1. Complete the Adventure
Webelos Scouts complete adventure requirements with their den, family, and leaders while taking greater responsibility for their own progress.
2. Earn Recognition
For each completed adventure, Webelos Scouts can receive an adventure pin to wear on their Cub Scout Adventure Colors or hat.
3. Earn the Webelos Rank
After completing all six required adventures and at least two electives, Scouts earn the Webelos badge of rank.