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Lion Requirements:
Lions Honor |
The animals in the jungle, including the lion, have traditions that they share. The lion is strong and protects its family. When the lion talks, the animals of the jungle listen. The Lion Scouts will learn the tradition of their den and the pack. |
Complete each of the following requirements:
- Show the Cub Scout sign. Tell what it means.
- Repeat the Cub Scout motto. Tell what it means.
- Show the Cub Scout salute. Tell what it means.
- Show teamwork and good sportsmanship by playing a game with your den.
- Participate in an outing.
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Animal Kingdom |
The animal kingdom encompasses all animals, including the lion. In many stories, the lion, as a member of the animal kingdom, provides leadership. And as the leader, he must take into consideration the needs of the other animals. By cooperating with them, he makes the kingdom a better place to live. The Lion Scout should learn ways to contribute to the pride (family). |
Complete the following requirements:
- Learn the role of someone who provides a service to your community.
- Demonstrate you know what to do in an emergency.
- Choose two energy saving projects to practice in your home for two weeks.
- Participate in a Lion den family service project for others.
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Fun on the Run |
If you see a picture of a lion with a big, full, and bright mane, you know that the lion is strong and healthy. Eating well and getting rest and exercise will help the Lion stay strong and healthy as well. |
Complete the following requirements:
- Learn and demonstrate three exercises you can do each day.
- Have Lions make a nutritious snack for the den.
- Understand the importance of rest.
- Participate as a den in Jungle Field Day.
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King of the Jungle |
All the animals in the jungle must live side by side as citizens of the jungle. Do you know what it means to be a good citizen? How can you be a good citizen of your community? Communities, families, and teams also have leaders. Do you know what it takes to be a leader? We can tell the lion is different from the other animals because of its bushy mane. Cub Scout leaders have special symbols that tell you they are the leader. Can you tell which ones are the leaders? |
Complete the following requirements:
- Participate in a flag ceremony with your den.
- Explain what it means to be a good citizen.
- Explain what it means to be a leader.
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Mountain Lion |
Lions live in the outdoors. It is important for Lion Scouts to understand how to take care of themselves when in the outdoors and how to be respectful of animals and nature. In this adventure, they will learn the idea that they should take only pictures and leave only footprints.
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Complete the following requirements:
- Gather the outdoor items you need to have with you when you go on an outdoor adventure, and understand how they are used. Also understand and commit to practicing the buddy system.
- Learn what SAW (Stay, Answer, Whistle) means. Demonstrate what you can do to stay safe if you become separated from the group when you are outdoors.
- Demonstrate an understanding of respect for animals and nature when participating in a learning hike.
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With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet entitled How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent's Guide.
Outside of the requirements, Lion Scouts can also complete any number of seven elective adventures of their den's or family's choosing.
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