Bear Graduation

Graduation into Webelos

To make the transition from Bear to Webelos an important event, and to show both the boys and their parents that this represents a change in the philosophy of Scouting, you may follow this script to mark the occasion of Bear Graduation.

Den Leader:

Just as new settlers followed the Oregon Trail that was blazed by others who went before them, Cub Scouts follow the Scouting Trail that others before them have traveled.

Assistant Den Leader:

Our Bears have learned the ways of our Pack and earned the Bobcat badge. As Wolfs and Bears, they learned much in the areas of God, Country, Family and Self. But, these Scouts are growing: they want more grownup things, more responsibility, more independence.

Den Leader:

These Cub Scouts are now ready to become Webelos. During this portion of the Scouting Trail, the emphasis will shift from doing things at home, to doing activities in the den. This will help prepare them for the next leg of the Scouting Trail - Boy Scouts.

Asst. Den Leader:

These Scouts are now some of the older boys in our Pack. They have the responsibility of setting the example of what a good Scout is - being dutiful to God and their country, helping other people, and obeying rules. Above all, they must continually strive to do their best.

Den Leader: (speak to boys)

You will be covering a trail that is new to you and you will learn new skills that will help prepare you to become Boy Scouts. As Webelos, you will spend almost two full years of trail work toward earning your Webelos badge and the coveted Arrow of Light.

Asst. Den Leader:

We have enjoyed helping you learn and grow, and we look forward to helping you continue on the Scouting Trail. As your leaders, we have but one request of each of you. We ask that you continue to make us as proud, as you have these last two years. For the last time as Bears, let's recite the Cub Scout Promise together:

I promise to do my best,
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.

Den Leader:

As official Webelos, please accept these tokens from us.