Pack 37 Bear Den (3rd Grade)

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The Bear rank is for boys who have finished third grade (or who are 9 years old). To earn the Bear badge, a boy must complete six required adventures and one elective adventure. Their parent or guardian and den leader approves each requirement by signing their book, and the boy or girl receives an adventure loop for each adventure. When the he has met all requirements, the Bear badge is presented to their parent or guardian at the next pack meeting. During an impressive ceremony, the parent or guardian then presents the badge to the scout.

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After they have earned the Bear badge, a Bear Scout can work on the remaining 12 Bear electives until they finish third grade (or turn 10 years old). They can choose elective adventures that may show them new hobbies and teach them skills that will be useful during their Boy Scout years. When he or she completes an elective adventure, they receive an additional adventure loop to wear on their belt.