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THE DEN LEADER AWARD

 

                        

 

OVERVIEW  

This award is available to Cub Scout Leaders that complete the training, tenure, and performance requirements as outlined below.

The Den Leader Award insignia consists of two components. A bronze Cub Scout medallion suspended from a blue ribbon with a gold stripe, and a 'Square-knot' insignia. The medallion is only worn on ceremonial occasions, where the 'knot' may be worn on all other occasions to represent the award.  This recognition is typically presented with the "Leader Recognition Plan" certificate (BSA 34107)

 

AWARD REQUIREMENTS

 TRAINING

  • Complete - "The New Den Leader" Fast Start training.
  • Complete Cub Scout Leader Basic Training.
  • Participate in a Cub Scout leader pow wow or attend at least four roundtables.

 TENURE

  • Complete two years as a registered den leader, or one year as an assistant den leader and one year as a den leader.

 PERFORMANCE
Do five of the following:

  • During at least one program year, have a minimum of 50 percent of the Cub scouts in your den earn the rank for their grade or age (Wolf or Bear).
  • At least once, reregister a minimum of 75 percent of the eligible members of your den as a part of pack rechartering.
  • Graduate a minimum of 60 percent of the eligible members of your den into Webelos Scouting.
  • Have an assistant den leader, den chief, or den aide who meets regularly with your Webelos den.
  • Have 50 percent or more of your Webelos den members subscribe to BOYS' Life magazine.
  • Take leadership in planning and conducting a den service project.
  • Conduct at least three den meetings per month, nine months per year, or an optional meeting plan approved by the pack.
  • Participate with your den in a Cub Scout day camp or Cub Scout resident camp experience.

 Leader, please note:
To receive this recognition, keep track of your completion of the steps in earning the Cub Scout leader award for your position, using the appropriate progress record (download it here). You may only count tenure for a position in which you are registered, and may not use the same tenure for more than one award. When you have completed all of the requirements, fill out the application section, have it approved by your local Pack leadership, and turn in the entire form to your local council service center for district review and approval.