All about 1st Wahroonga Cubs:
Welcome to 1st Wahroonga Cubs! Cubs are members of a "Six" led by a "Sixer" and meet weekly at the Scout Hall in
Warwilla Avenue, or go out on excursions. There'll be games to play and new friends to meet. 1st Wahroonga Cubs have their
own unique colours (the scarf) and the Cub uniform shows membership of one of the largest youth organizations in the world.
Teamwork begins here. Our Cub Scout pack consists of up to 24 boys and girls aged between 8 and 11 years who take off together
on an a exciting trail to adventure! The well trained volunteer leaders are known by names taken from the famous story The Jungle Book.
Cub Scouts follow on from Joey Scouts (6 – 8 years) and lead into Scouts (11 – 15 years).
Imagination Rules! The jungle theme still captures the imagination of young Cub Scouts, who also enjoy themed programs based
around bushrangers, pirates and explorers. Cubs learn about basic bushcraft and how to react to emergencies. Life is one big adventure
as they learn new skills through fun and games. The games are important, and are carefully devised to encourage teamwork and sharing,
encouraging the younger and less experienced to 'do their best'. Helping others forms an important part of Cub Scouting.
Through Adventure based activities Cub Scouts learn the first steps in cooperation and taking responsibility. Boating, rock climbing,
excursions, abseiling, camping under canvas and bushwalking are all introduced at an appropriate level.
Badges recognise achievements. Cub Scouts love putting new badges on their uniform! Awards are presented in recognition of the
effort made by each youngster at their own level of ability. Boys and girls are recognised for their developing skills through the
'Boomerang Award Scheme' which includes activities on personal hygiene and healthcare, science and discovery, safety at home and in the
bush, tests of physical skill, handcrafts and the traditional Scouting skills of knotting, map and compass and hiking.
Achievement Badges include sport, boating, cycling, entertaining, gardening, pet care, nature craft, construction and science.
The ultimate award – the "Yellow Cord" – is awarded to those Cub Scouts who demonstrate a long term commitment and attain the highest
levels in badge work.