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The  British  Boy  Scouts  and  British  Girl  Scouts  Association
Founded  Empire Day May 24th.1909   :   Registered  Charity at Law No. 288631
Incorporating the ‘CHUMS’ Scout Patrols founded February 1908

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WOLF CUB TESTS AND PROFICIENCY BADGES

WC 01 : The general scheme of Wolf Cub badges is as follows :

1. An admission test (the Tenderpad).
2. Two general proficiency badges ~ First Star Cub and Second Star Cub.
3. Fifteen special proficiency badges for different subjects, the tests are set out later. Cubs are allowed to gain and wear not more than two special proficiency badges after they have gained the First Star badge and before gaining their Second Star badge.
4. The Leaping Wolf badge.
5. Any Cub who is sufficiently qualified may wear on the right breast an emblem similar to those worn by Scouts showing the language or languages spoken.
6. Alternative tests for physically or mentally handicapped Cubs are available on application to HQ through the Group Scout Master.

WC 02 : Method of wear :  

1. Cub proficiency badges are worn on the right arm in parallel rows between the shoulder and the elbow, except as follows :-
2. The First Star is worn on the cap on the right of the Wolf’s head Tenderpad badge.
3. The Second Star is worn on the cap on the left of the Wolf’s head badge.

 

WC 03 : Wolf Cub Admission Test: The Tenderpad.           

Before being invested, the Cub must satisfy the Cub Master that he (or she) knows and understands the meaning of  :-  

1. The Cub Promise and Law.
2. The Cub Salute.
3. The Grand Howl.  

WC 04 : First Star.  

Before being awarded the First Star, Cub Masters must satisfy themselves that the Cub can pass the following tests :-  

1. Know the composition of the Union Flag and the right way to fly it.
2. Know in a very simple form the stories of the Saints of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
3. Be able to recite the first and third verses of  the National Anthem ‘God Save the Queen’ and know what to do when it is played or sung.
4. Be able to tie the following and demonstrate their uses ~ the reef knot and sheet-bend.
5. Turn a somersault.
6. Leapfrog over another Cub of the same size.
7. Throw a ball six times so that a Cub ten metres away can catch it. Catch a ball, both hands together, thrown to him from the distance of ten metres, four times out of six.
8. Walk upright and with good carriage, carrying a solid article weighing two pounds on his head without using his hands, for a distance of ten metres; turn and come back to the starting point. A Cub cap may be worn.
9. Know why and how he should keep his hands and feet clean, his nails clean and cut, and his teeth clean; and why he should breathe through his nose; and be carrying these things out in practice.
10. Be able to tell the time by the clock.
11. Grow one of the following :-
    1. a bulb in water, peat moss, sand or soil;         
    2. a chestnut or acorn in water, peat moss, sand or soil;
    3. mustard and cress, peas or beans on a flannel;
12. Clean a pair of boots or shoes, fold his clothes neatly and satisfy the Cub Master that he is doing his best to keep the Pack Den tidy and leave no litter anywhere. For Pack Den at the discretion of the Cub Master this might be substituted with his home bedroom.
13. Show that he understands the meaning of the Highway Code applicable to the pedestrian and cyclist. 
14. Have at least three months’ satisfactory service as a Cub.
15. Re-pass the Tenderpad tests. This test will be taken last.  

WC 05 : Second Star.

               

Before the Cub is awarded the Second Star, Cub Masters must satisfy themselves that he can pass the following tests :-  

1. Swim 15 metres, or skip with both feet together 15 times forward and 15 times backwards, the Cub turning the rope himself.
2. Use a compass to show a knowledge of the eight principal points.
3. Be able to tie the following and demonstrate their uses ~ bowline, and round turn and two half-hitches.
4. Understand the meaning of thrift in all things and be carrying it out in practice. Show evidence of the care of his Cub uniform.
5. Produce a satisfactory model or article made entirely by himself in wood, metal, cardboard, clay, plasticine or similar substance; or an article knitted or netted, woven or carved; or a set of at least eight sketches drawn by himself in colours (chalk or paint) of National flags, or animals, or flowers, with the names clearly written. Models made from kits or Meccano or other partly constructed materials are not admissible.
6. Lay and light a fire, indoors or out-of-doors.
7. Make a pot of tea.
8. Run or cycle over a stated route with a verbal message of 15 to 20 words, including figures, and repeat correctly. Be able to use a public telephone; know where and how to ask for assistance in an emergency (ambulance, fire and police).
9. Show how to clean and dress a cut finger and cover a scald or burn. Understand the danger of dirt in a scratch. Know the simple treatment for shock (not electric). Understand the necessity for summoning adult help.
10. Observe and point out from life three common wild birds, three common trees, and three other common natural things such as insects, flowers, fishes, the choice to be made by the Cub in each case.
11. Demonstrate the safe way to use a pocket knife, strike a match, guard a fire and handle an iron. Understand the dangers of broken glass, rusty nails and frayed electric flex. Know the safe way to plug in and disconnect domestic electric appliances; or how to light a gas fire or ring; or how to light oil stoves or lamps.
12. Have at least nine months’ satisfactory service as a Cub.
13. Re-pass the First Star Tests. This test will be taken last.    

WC 06 : The Leaping Wolf Badge.

A Leaping Wolf Badge will be awarded to a Wolf Cub who has gained his Second Star and three special proficiency badges, one of which must be the First Aider, Guide or House Orderly badge. This he can wear while in the Pack, and when he goes up into the Scout Troop until he passes his First Class tests. The Leaping Wolf badge will be worn on the right breast above the pocket or in a corresponding position on a jersey.

WC 07 : The Ki-Ro Badge

The Wolf Cub Ki-Ro Badge

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