The Bear rank is for boys who have completed second grade (or are 9 years old). Some packs present the Bear Handbook and neckerchief to boys when they are eligible to begin work on this rank.

There are 24 Bear achievements in four categories: boys must complete 12 of these to earn the Bear badge.  These requirements are more difficult and challenging than those for the Wolf badge.  When the boy has earned his Bear badge, he may work on electives for credit toward Arrow Points.  His parent or guardians approves his work and signs his book.  He may work on electives in the Bear Handbood for credit toward Arrow Points until he completes the third grade (or turns 10).  When he completes third grade (or is 10), a Cub Scout may be recognized in pack ceremony as he enters a Webelos den.

Den Meetings
Wolf den meetings are planned and run by an adult den leader, with the help of an assistant den leader and den chief.  Den meeting activities are planned around the monthly theme and include playing games, making handicrafts, taking hikes, and pursuing other outdoor fun, practicing skits and stunts in preparation for the next pack meeting, and taking part in simple ceremonies and songs.  Sometimes, work on advancement requirements are included. When Bear Cub Scouts have completed third grade (or reached age 10), they may become Webelos Scouts.