cub scouts Archives - Aaron On Scouting

A parent’s guide to blue and gold banquets

February 9, 2026 1

If you’re reading “blue and gold banquet” on your Cub Scout’s calendar for the first time, you’re probably wondering what the whole thing is about.

Help your Cub Scouts build safety skills for life

January 28, 2026 0

Safety is the highest priority for Cub Scouts. That’s why #CubChatLive recently welcomed back National Cub Scouting Commissioner Nilesh Shah for a detailed look at personal safety Adventures that span the Cub Scout ranks.

A leader’s guide to Reverence in Cub Scouting

December 29, 2025 6

Teaching reverence doesn’t need to be complicated (or something you only feel comfortable sending off as homework).

How to prepare Arrow of Light Scouts for a successful transition to Scouts BSA

December 3, 2025 1

The AOL adventures are designed to bridge Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA programming.

Wolf Cub Scouts at a pack meeting outside with a scout in a wheelchair

7 tips to empower parents to lead your pack

November 4, 2025 1

How do we recruit and engage adults to help lead an awesome group of kids?

This Halloween-themed bookmark from Scout Shop is an easy way to raise awareness of your pack

October 14, 2025 0

On the front, the bookmark has a QR code that takes families to the BeAScout homepage. On the back, there’s a blank space in which you can add information about your local Cub Scout pack.

Calling all Cub Scouts to spread holiday cheer to our military (while completing citizenship Adventures)

October 13, 2025 2

The holidays can be a lonely time for troops stationed at military bases far from home. Thanks to a new initiative available only for the next month, Cub Scouts can help — and complete a citizenship requirement at the same time.

Cub Scouts on a campout / setting up camp

The most popular elective Adventures in Cub Scouts

September 17, 2025 3

Ready to put the adventure in elective adventure? This top ten list will put your pack on top when it comes to activities kids LOVE.

A photo of two Cub Scouts waiving while wearing their uniforms

Do you have your Cub Scouts wear their uniforms to school?

September 16, 2025 3

Sometimes all it takes is one look at the uniform to convince a child to join Cub Scouts. That’s why it’s a good idea to occasionally ask your Cub Scouts to wear their uniforms to school.

A photo of three Cub Scouts, each of whom are very excited to join Scouting

Six things to consider as you prepare to ramp up your fall recruiting efforts

August 19, 2025 0

Though there’s still technically a few weeks left of summer, now’s the time to start seriously considering your fall recruiting strategy.