Cubs - 8 to 10½ years
Develop new skills. Soar to great heights. Being a Cub opens up a whole other world.
Who are Cubs?
Beavers are young people, aged 8 to 10½, who:
- Master new skills and try new things
- Have fun on new adventures
- Make friends
- Are curious about the world around them
- Help others and make a difference, in their local communities and beyond
Every week, our Cubs meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm to 6:45pm to take part in lots of interesting and challenging activities - achieving anything they set their minds to, and having lots of fun along the way.
What do Cubs get up to?
Being a Cub is all about growing and learning in small but mighty ways. Here's just a few of the things our Cubs get up to:
- Going on adventures
- Exploring the great outdoors
- Playing games and sports
- Unleashing creativity
- Learning about the world around them
Cubs also spend at least four nights away each year, whether it's a sleepover at the hall, or a camping adventure as a section or with our friends in Beavers and/or Scouts!
Joining Cubs
Cubs is the second section of the Scouting movement, originally started in 1916 for younger brothers who wanted a 'look-in'. In nearly a century, the section has constantly evolved and adapted its programme and methods to meet the changing needs of each generation of young people, and these days, it's more important than ever.
Cubs is open to young people aged between 8 and 10½ years old. It's all about adventure and having fun. If your child is interested in joining, click the button below to register your interest.
Images courtesy of The Scout Association.
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