The Tiger Uniform

Note:  

Tiger, Wolf, and Bear uniforms are the same except for the Hat, Neckerchief, and slide.

 

Required:

• Shirt (Long or Short Sleeve)
• Neckerchief
• Slide

The shirt will last through Fourth Grade - so size it appropriately.

 

Optional:

• Hat
• Pants or Shorts
• Belt (Optional, but Recommended)

 

Each Year:

• New Hat
• New Neckerchief
• New Slide

 

The Uniform Code: 

Your scout should/will be encouraged to wear their uniform appropriately.  They should understand the importance of representing the entire Scouting America Organization while in uniform.

 

Time to Sew?

The Cub Scout Insignia Guide on our Resources page can help with patch placement.  Also, our local scout shop offers sewing services for a fee.

 

Patches You'll Need to Buy:

• Council Patch*
• Pack Numbers** (see Below)
• Flag
• Den Number (Optional)

 

Patches You don't need to Buy:

Any badge or patch that your scout earns will be awarded (at no cost) during Den Meetings.  You will need to sew them on, but they are provided.

 

Where to Purchase Items:

To get an idea of pricing, or to order items online, visit http://www.scoutshop.org.  This is the official online scout shop.  They should have the same prices as our local scout shop.

Our Advancement Chair makes periodic visits to the scout shop to pick up awards for our scouts. You may contact the Advancement Chair if you need a patch or two - we might be able to save you a trip and pick them up for you at our cost.  You are also welcome to order any needed items online or however you like.

* The Pack may have Council Patches and other standard patches in stock. Check with the Cubmaster, Committee Chair, or Advancement Chair for availability.

** The Pack does occasionally special order the Red One-Piece "Pack Number" Patch so you don't have to sew three number patches separately.  Check with the leaders listed above for availability.

 

Wearing the Uniform

In general, every Cub Scout should wear their uniform to all Cub Scouting activities, including den and pack meetings, unit outings, and any activities done with members of the den or pack.

When playing sports, going to camp, or participating in other physical activities, a pack may opt to have the Cub Scouts wear an alternate uniform, such as an activity shirt. These are sometimes referred to as Class B Uniforms.

Pack leaders should provide advance notice of any occasion when the scouts should wear anything other than the complete uniform.

 

Here are some tips for wearing the uniform:

• DO keep the uniform clean and in good repair. The official uniform is a sturdy, machine-washable garment that will last for years with proper care.
• DO be sure to wear the complete uniform. A Cub Scout wearing a uniform with parts missing is not in uniform.
• DO NOT wear non-BSA badges, awards, or insignia on the Cub Scout uniform or make any alterations to the uniform or insignia.
• DO NOT mix uniform parts with non-uniform clothing, such as wearing a uniform cap with other clothing or wearing the uniform shirt with blue jeans. The uniform should be treated as a unit-worn in its entirety, or not at all.

Any time you are uncertain about uniform regulations, ask the den leader for guidance.