Den Leader Guide: Wolves (2nd Grade)

Overview

Wolves is the Cub Scouting program for second graders. At this rank, the required adult partner at every meeting is no longer required (though parental involvement is still encouraged). The den uses a den leader, assistant den leader, and den chief model. Meetings are typically held twice a month.

Key Facts


School grade	2nd Grade
Meeting frequency	Typically twice a month
Adult partner required?	No (but strongly encouraged)
Den chief	Can have a den chief (older Scout from a troop)
Den number (2024–25)	Den 2
Current leader	[vacant]

Meeting Structure

Before the Meeting — Den leader, assistant, and den chief make final preparations
Gathering — Scouts arrive and join a game or activity; den leader takes attendance and checks requirement completion
Opening — Simple opening ceremony including Scout Oath, Scout Law, and Pledge of Allegiance
Activities — Scouts complete activities related to the current adventure requirements
Closing — Den leader gives reminders and closing thought; brief inspirational closing; denner leads Scouts to restore the room
After the Meeting — Den leader, assistant, and den chief plan next meeting

Den Chief

For Wolf dens and above, a den chief can be a great asset. Ask your Cubmaster to request a den chief from a local Scouts BSA troop. Give your den chief meaningful responsibilities right away.

Wolf Uniform

Navy blue Cub Scout uniform shirt
Navy blue pants, shorts, or skort
Blue web belt
Red neckerchief, Wolf slide
Navy and gold socks
Red Wolf cap

Training and Resources

Required: YPT + Den Leader Position-Specific Training (CS19) at my.Scouting.org
Scoutbook: Access Wolf meeting plans and record advancement
Handbook: Cub Scout Wolf Handbook (QR codes in handbook link to meeting resources)
Source guide: docs/Training/Positions/Den Leader/New Wolf, Bear or Webelos Den Leader Guide.md

Scoutbook Note

For Wolf and above, use the den meeting resources found in the handbook and on scouting.org — QR codes in the handbook will direct you to the resources to plan activities for your meetings. Log in to Scoutbook as Den Leader to record advancement.

Tips for New Wolf Den Leaders

Establish a den code of conduct at your first meeting — this is actually a Bobcat Adventure requirement
Second graders are more independent than Tigers; they can handle more responsibility
Request a den chief early — having an older Scout role model makes a real difference
Twice-monthly meetings are the norm at this level; set a consistent schedule