Scouting is defined by Merriam-Webster's Dictionary as "the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills."
Programs run by the Boy Scouts of America prepare young people to make good choices throughout their lifetime by helping to instill values that guide them to do their best, to be helpful, and to strive for physical fitness, mental sharpness, and to behave in a way that promotes self-esteem and the respect of others. Offering responsible fun and adventure while instilling lifetime values and providing activities that help with developing ethical character. Scouts are trained in citizenship, service, and leadership.
Scouting helps parents and guardians raise good kids.
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Cub Scouting Ideals
Apart from the fun and excitement of Cub Scout activities, the Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, the Tiger Cub motto, and the Cub Scout sign, handshake, motto, and salute all teach good citizenship and contribute to a boy's sense of belonging.
Cub Scout Promise
I, (name), 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.
Cub Scout Motto
Do Your Best.
Law of the Pack
The Cub Scout follows Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
Colors
The Cub Scout colors are blue and gold. They have special meaning, which will help boys see beyond the fun of Cub Scouting to its ultimate goals.
The blue stands for truth and spirituality, steadfast loyalty, and the sky above. The gold stands for warm sunlight, good cheer, and happiness.