Lion is a Scouting program of the Boy Scouts of America for kindergarten-age youth. The mission of the
Boy Scouts of America is to help young people build character, learn citizenship, develop personal
fitness, become effective leaders, and have fun in the outdoors. Cub Scouting is a program of the Boy
Scouts of America for youth in the first through fifth grades. (Youth must be 5 years old by September
30th and not yet 7 years.)
Lion is a family-oriented program. A youth and their parent or caring adult partner join Scouting
together. A group of six to eight youth and their adult partners meet together in a group called a den.
Dens will meet approximately twice per month. They have fun participating in den meetings and outings
while making memories together.
PROGRAM
The Lion program encourages youth to learn and explore through hands-on, high-energy activities. Adult
partners take turns leading a den meeting or outing during the year. Most meetings last approximately 45
minutes to an hour; outings are slightly longer.
RECOGNITION
Youth are recognized for their accomplishments as they work toward the Lion badge. The Lion badge is
earned by completing five adventures. Adventures are completed during the den meetings and outings. When
an adventure is completed, the youth receives a sticker to put in their Lion Adventure
Book.
ADVENTURES
Lion's Honor
Fun on the Run
Animal Kingdom
Mountain Lion
King of the Jungle
I'll Do It Myself
Pick My Path
Gizmos and Gadgets
On Your Mark
Build It Up, Knock It Down
Rumble in the Jungle
Ready, Set, Grow
LEADERSHIP
Den meetings and outings are facilitated by a Lion guide and participating parents. The Lion guide is
an experienced Cub Scout leader. They will lead the first den meeting of the year. The Lion guide will
help each adult partner lead one of the remaining meetings. The den meeting plans are provided in the
Lion Parent and Leader Guidebook.
Adult Partner
The adult partner participates with the Lion in fun meetings and outings. They take turns with other
adult partners in leading a den meeting and/or outing.
Lion Guide
A Lion guide is a volunteer leader who provides direct support to your Lion den.
Cubmaster
The Cubmaster serves as the master of ceremonies for the monthly pack meeting. The pack meeting is an
event where all of the dens in a Cub Scout pack come together for fun activities and awards. Lion dens
usually attend only two special pack meetings to accommodate the earlier bedtimes of Lions.
UNIFORM
The uniform for Lions is a Lion T-shirt with an optional cap. These items are available from the
Scout shop.
The Lion guide wears the same official adult uniform as other Cub Scout pack leaders.
A Lion adult polo shirt or Cub Scouting activity T-shirt is also
appropriate.
RESOURCES
Recruitment: Build an Adventure recruitment materials and promotional video
Orientation Video and PowerPoint and FAQs:
For parents, Lion guides, and Cubmasters
Specifically for Lion guides
Lion merchandise from council Scout shop:
Lion Parent and Leader Guidebook (12 den meeting plans and outing plans)
Lion recognition stickers
Lion Adventure Book (for youth)
rank badge (for completion of the five required adventures)
Youth T-shirt and optional cap
People: Your local council, unit, and experienced Cub Scout leaders
DEVELOPMENT
The program materials were developed under the auspices of the National Council of the Boy Scouts of
America and were based on years of experience in four pilot councils. The program was then modified by a
development team, which included experts in child development and education working with the Boy Scouts
of America. Collectively, this team had more than 75 years of volunteer service to Scouting and
experience in education, including advanced work in child and curriculum development.
CONTACT
Contact your local council to enroll you and your youth in the Lion program. Enjoy!
San Diego–Imperial Council
1207 Upas Street
San Diego, CA 92103
619.298.6121