The Arrow of Light Rank in Cub Scouts marks the pinnacle of the scouting journey for our fifth-grade Scouts, typically aged 10 and 11, as they prepare to bridge into the world of Boy Scouts. The Arrow of Light represents the highest achievement in Cub Scouting, symbolizing a culmination of skills, leadership, and personal growth. This rank serves as a bridge between the Cub Scout program and the more advanced challenges that await in Boy Scouts, preparing these young leaders for the exciting adventures that lie ahead.
The Arrow of Light Rank
The Arrow of Light Rank is designed with the intention of preparing Scouts for the transition into Boy Scouts while emphasizing leadership, outdoor skills, and a deeper connection to the principles of scouting. As these Scouts embark on the final leg of their Cub Scout journey, the primary aim is to cultivate advanced leadership skills, encourage a sense of responsibility, and instill values that will guide them in their future scouting endeavors.
Outdoor Leadership
Outdoor leadership takes precedence in the Arrow of Light Rank, with activities like the “Scouting Adventure” and “Outdoor Adventurer” encouraging Scouts to demonstrate their knowledge of outdoor skills, camping, and navigation. This emphasis on outdoor experiences aims to further enhance their leadership abilities, foster confidence in their outdoor capabilities, and deepen their connection to nature.
Personal Growth and Reflection
Personal growth and reflection are central to the Arrow of Light Rank, with advancements such as “Building a Better World” and “Duty to God in Action” encouraging Scouts to reflect on their values, engage in community service, and demonstrate a commitment to their beliefs. This intention is to foster a sense of responsibility toward the community and promote spiritual and ethical growth.
Bridging to Boy Scouts
The Arrow of Light Rank serves as a significant milestone as Scouts prepare to bridge into Boy Scouts. Achieving this rank involves mastering a wide range of skills and demonstrating leadership abilities, symbolizing the readiness to take on more advanced challenges in the scouting world. The Arrow of Light ceremony is a symbolic crossing of the bridge, marking the transition from Cub Scouting to the next exciting phase in their scouting journey.
Arrow of Light Advancements
The Arrow of Light Rank in Cub Scouts represents the pinnacle of achievement for our fifth-grade Scouts, typically aged 10 and 11. As they undertake the challenges of the Arrow of Light Rank, these young leaders conclude their Cub Scout journey, preparing for the transition to Boy Scouts. This phase symbolizes the culmination of their scouting experiences, bridging the foundational learnings of the Webelos Rank to the upcoming adventures in Boy Scouts. The Arrow of Light Rank readies our Scouts for increased responsibility and leadership roles as they step into the next phase of their scouting adventure.
Arrow of Light Scout Uniform
The Webelo / Arrow of Light Cub Scout uniform has the following parts:
- Shirt—The official tan uniform shirt is available with long or short sleeves and has button-flap pockets.
- Pants— The official green shorts, long pants, skorts, and roll up pants.
- Belt—Official navy-blue web belt with metal buckle or the green web belt with BSA buckle is acceptable for the 2021-22 program year.
- Socks—Official green socks are available in three lengths: ankle, crew, and knee.
- Hat—Official green hat with Webelos plaid front and Webelos emblem.
- Neckerchief—Webelos plaid triangular neckerchief with Webelos logo. Official BSA neckerchiefs are the only neckerchiefs that are part of the uniform.
- Neckerchief slide—Official gold-tone metal slide with Webelos emblem. Cub Scouts may wear handmade neckerchief slides.
- Webelos Colors.- The Webelos Colors is an optional uniform piece that is worn on the right sleeve to display the Webelos Adventure Pins that have been earned. If the Webelos Colors are not used, Webelos Adventure Pins may be worn on the Webelos hat.
Join The Adventure
Embark on the adventures of the Webelo Den, where curiosity, collaboration, and the values that mold responsible individuals come to life. Join us on this exhilarating journey of exploration, learning, and growth in the spirit of Cub Scouting and into Boy Scouts!
