Cub Scout ranks by grade level
Dens are small groups of scouts in the same grade. Each den meets on its own schedule with trained adult leaders, and all the dens come together for monthly Pack events.
Lions
Kindergarten
Den Leader: [Add name]
Lions are brand new to scouting. The program is built around adventures Lions complete with a partner — usually a parent or caregiver — and focuses on play, family, curiosity, and getting outside.
Tigers
1st grade
Den Leader: [Add name]
Tigers get their first taste of dens, patches, and uniformed scouting. They explore the outdoors, learn the basics of teamwork, and earn their first badge of rank at the spring Bridging Ceremony.
Wolves
2nd grade
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Wolves build outdoor skills, friendships, and confidence. They start taking on more responsibility within the den, lead parts of meetings, and try new challenges like hikes and overnights.
Bears
3rd grade
Den Leader: [Add name]
Bears dive deeper into outdoor and STEM adventures — robotics, fishing, archery, fitness, and more. They tackle bigger projects and take real ownership of their advancement.
Webelos
4th grade
Den Leader: [Add name]
"We'll be loyal scouts." Webelos start preparing for the path ahead in Scouts BSA. They explore advanced outdoor skills, leadership, and the values that carry them into the next chapter.
Arrow of Light
5th grade
Den Leader: [Add name]
The highest rank a Cub Scout can earn. AOL scouts plan their own outings, mentor younger scouts, and finish with a Bridging ceremony to a Scouts BSA troop.
How dens are organized
Each den has one or more trained adult Den Leaders — almost always parents from the den. Den meetings happen at homes, parks, or on the St. Serra campus.
Meetings typically last about an hour and focus on the activities that lead toward the badge of rank. Pack-wide events happen on weekends and are open to the whole family.
Don't see a den for your grade? Reach out — we add new dens as families join.
How to join a den →Questions parents ask us most
Does my child have to attend St. Serra to join?
No. We are chartered by St. Serra Catholic School, but scouts do not need to attend the school to be part of Pack 818. Families from all schools and faiths are welcome.
Can my child still join if we're not Catholic?
Absolutely. We welcome Cub Scouts of all faiths. Scouting America's Religious Emblems program is optional, with programs for over 42 different faith organizations to encourage scouts to grow stronger in their faith.
How much time does scouting take?
Plan on roughly one den meeting and one Pack event per month, plus any home activities your family chooses to do together. Scouting is flexible — if you miss a meeting, most badge work can be done at home.
Is there a cost?
There is an annual Scouting America registration fee — but for first-year families joining this scouting year, BSA national fees are waived. You only pay pack dues. Most additional activity costs (campouts, range days, Pinewood Derby) are covered by our Pack popcorn fundraiser so families don't have to pay out of pocket for events.
Can I just visit before signing up?
Yes — please do! Email Jessica at allenfamilyst.serra@gmail.com and we'll point you to an open Pack event or den meeting where you can see what scouting feels like.