From Cub Scout to Boy Scout

It seems like just a few weeks ago that Ethan turned 8 years old and entered Cub Scouts, but time has flown!  He turned 11 on August 10th and began going to 11-year-old Boy Scouts on Wednesday nights.  Tonight was the Pack Meeting where he received his Arrow of Light and crossed over from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts.  Yay!

Ethan has been such a fantastic Cub Scout.  He earned so many belt loops that they go all the way around his waist on his belt.  As a Webelo, he actually earned all 20 available badges.  That means he earned the "Webelo Super Achiever" award!  I didn't even know they gave that award, but it sure was neat to see his delight at receiving it!

As a girl, I didn't much get into scouts as a kid (lol).  So I wasn't sure about how to do the whole "scout" thing when we started, but it has proven to be an incredible experience for Ethan.  He has learned so many new skills, made lasting friendships with his fellow scouts, and he and I have had some great bonding experiences as we've worked on his achievements together.

Now that he's in Boy Scouts, almost of my responsibility to help him achieve his badges has been transferred over to his Boy Scout leaders.  I can encourage and support him, but they do all the teaching and projects.  I can't believe I'm saying this, but I think I'll actually miss scouting with him!

Now, just 20 months until Tristan enters Cub Scouts.  I suppose I can wait. :)