Cubs

The Cub movement first started in 1916 and was based around the Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. Some of these early traditions remain today with Cub Leaders being named after characters from the book and the opening and closing ceremonies being known as the Grand Howl.

It is for Boys and Girls between 8 and 11 years.

What we Do

As with all the other sections we aim to provide a stimulating programme through fun and games.

The programme is largely based around the badge system.

When your child first joins cubs they will be encouraged to do the membership badge. This involves finding out about what we do and making a promise.

Cubs are encouraged to work towards the Challenge badges which require the completion of tasks either at Cubs or at home.

The highest award is the Silver Chief Scouts award which requires you to have gained all six challenge badges.

Motto and promise

The Cub Scout Motto is: Be Prepared

The Cub Scout Promise is: I promise to do my best, To do my duty to god and the queen, To help other people and keep the cub scout law

Joining

After a Cub has attended a few meetings there is an investiture ceremony, to which parents are invited, this is when the Cub will make the Cub Promise, recite the law and be presented with their membership badges, district badges and a Bassingham Scout Group necker.

Click here to register your interest

Subs

Subs are £20per half term. There are three terms Autumn, Winter and Summer. Fees are due on the first meeting of each term and half way through. If you are new to the group please ask about Gift Aid. Fees include capitation fees payable to Scout HQ.

Meetings

Bassingham Cubs meet on a Monday night in Bassingham Village Hall from 18:00 to 20:00 (during School Term time).

Parents are also encouraged to help out on a rota.