Cub Scouts have a world of fun and learning waiting for them: Pinewood Derby races, day camp, family camping weekends, service projects and more, for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade. Start here:
Getting started
Cub Scouts is a program for boys and girls in grades K–5. Kids meet in small groups with their classmates, learn new skills through hands-on adventures, and join bigger council events with families from all over the area.
Find a Cub Scout group in your area
Cub Scouts meet in local groups called packs. Look for one close to home that fits your family’s schedule.
Join and meet your den
Your child joins a den of kids in the same grade. Families can sign up online in a few minutes.
Come to your first activity
Den meetings, pack events and council activities like the ones below are where the fun starts.
Your Cub Scout’s path, grade by grade
Each school year your child works toward a new rank with their den. Here’s where they’ll start, based on the grade they’re in now.
- K
Lion
Kindergarten, with an adult partner
- 1st
Tiger
1st grade, with an adult partner
- 2nd
Wolf
2nd grade
- 3rd
Bear
3rd grade
- 4th
Webelos
4th grade
- 5th
Arrow of Light
5th grade, then on to Scouts BSA
Words you’ll hear
- Pack
- Your local Cub Scout group, made up of several dens. The whole pack gets together about once a month.
- Den
- A small group of kids in the same grade who meet regularly with a den leader.
- Adventures
- The hands-on activities kids complete to earn their rank each year.
- Cubmaster
- The adult volunteer who leads pack meetings and events.
- Council
- That’s us. Narragansett Council runs camps and big events for every pack in the area.
- District
- A regional group of packs within the council that often hosts local events.
Council activities for Cub Scouts
These events bring packs together from across the council. Every one is open to the whole family, and most are a great first experience for new Scouts.
Summer camp
Archery, swimming, STEM and more. Join for one week or stay for the whole summer.
See summer camp optionsDay Camp
A full day of outdoor activities with your child home every night. An easy first camp for younger Scouts.
Learn about Day CampCub Together Weekends
Camp overnight together as a family at a council camp, with activities planned for you.
Learn about Cub TogetherPinewood Derby
Scouts carve and race their own small wooden cars. A Cub Scout favorite.
Learn about Pinewood DerbyWeekend camping
Packs can reserve council camps like Camp Aquapaug, Buck Hill, Camp Norse, Camp Champlin and Camp Sandsland.
Explore our campsFull activity calendar
Service projects, advancement days, life-skills events and more. Find dates and register online.
Open the event calendarCommon questions
Do I need to be in a pack to attend council activities?
Most council activities are for registered Cub Scouts and their families. If you’re not registered yet, find a pack near you and you’ll be ready for upcoming events.
Do parents stay during activities?
Lions and Tigers always take part with an adult partner. For older ranks it depends on the event, and each event listing explains what’s expected of families.
How do I sign up for an event?
Open the event calendar, choose an activity and register online. Some events are registered by your pack leader, so check with your Cubmaster too.
What if cost is a concern?
The council offers financial assistance so every Scout can take part in camp and activities.
Ready for an Unforgettable Summer?
Don’t miss out on the thrill of archery, swimming, and STEM adventures. Whether you are joining us for one week or the full summer, your journey starts here.
