Webelos & Arrow of light Uniform

Optional

• • Pants or Shorts / Skorts

  • Belt

  • Socks

The Uniform Code

Your scout should be encouraged to wear their uniform appropriately.  The shirt should always be tucked in and orderly. They should understand the importance of representing the entire BSA organization while in uniform.   

The inside of the handbook covers shows the proper location for all patches.

Patches You Will need to Buy

• • Council Patch*

  • Pack Numbers** (see Below)

  • Flag

  • Den Number (Optional)  

Patches You Will Not Need to Buy

Any Rank Advancement Badge or Patch that your son or daughter earns will be awarded (at no cost) during the Monthly Pack Meetings.  You will need to sew them on, but they are provided.

Where to Purchase Items

You can purchase items at the BSA Scout Shop either online or by finding a location near you by using this store locator

Wearing the Uniform

In general, every Cub Scout should wear their uniform to all Cub Scouting activities, including den and pack meetings, unit outings, and any activities done with members of the den or pack. 

When playing sports, going to camp, or participating in other physical activities, a pack may opt to have the Cub Scouts wear an alternate uniform, such as an activity shirt. These are sometimes referred to as Class B Uniforms.  

Pack leaders should provide advance notice of any occasion when the youth should wear anything other than the complete uniform.

Uniform Tips

• • DO keep the uniform clean and in good repair. The official uniform is a sturdy, machine-washable garment that will last for years with proper care.

  • DO be sure to wear the complete uniform. A Cub Scout wearing a uniform with parts missing is not in uniform.

  • DO wear the neckerchief on top of the tucked-under collar.

  • DO NOT wear non-BSA badges, awards, or insignia on the Cub Scout uniform or make any alterations to the uniform or insignia.

  • DO NOT mix uniform parts with non-uniform clothing, such as wearing a uniform cap with other clothing. Except for the neckerchief, the uniform should be treated as a unit—worn in its entirety or not at all.  

  • YOU MAY wear the neckerchief alone with other clothing.

If you are unsure about uniform regulations, please ask the den leader for guidance.