The Meaning of the Wolf Paw
Supplies: A large pad of paper and marker or a blackboard and chalk. Draw each part of a
wolf toe print as you tell about each part.
The first toe of the Wolf paw represents what you
have learned about caring for others and doing things
to help them.
The second toe of the Wolf paw represents what you
have learned about your home, community and
country, as well as your religious beliefs.
The third toe of the Wolf paw stands for the skills you have gained in handling tools, tying
things, using books and collecting things.
The fourth toe of the Wolf paw represents your new appreciation for conservation, as well as
safety in home and traffic.
The pad of the Wolf paw represents your growth as a Cub Scout and the increased responsibility
you are now capable of handling.
Remember the meaning of the wolf’s paw as you move along the upward trail of Scouting.
THE BEAR TRAIL
When you think about a bear, what words come to your mind? (Let
the boys tell some things they think about bears.) There are many
things we can learn from bears. They are POWERFUL, STRONG,
and CLEVER and protect their FAMILIES (put up keywords).
You can be like a bear.
You can build a POWERFUL body by eating a variety of healthful
foods, getting plenty of exercises, getting enough sleep, and playing
safely.
You can be STRONG in standing for the right and saying “no” to things that would be harmful
to you, such as drugs and tobacco.
You can be CLEVER by studying hard in school, reading good books, and watching only
wholesome shows on TV.
You can help make your FAMILY strong by listening to your parents, helping cheerfully with
household chores, and sharing with your brothers and sisters.
As you follow the Bear Trail, remember to be powerful, strong, and clever and care for your
family.