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Approval

4.1.0.3. For Arrow of Light the den leader signs for everything

Required May not apply Often forgotten

This may not apply to you. You have not answered "Which rank is the Cub Scout working on?" yet. Answer it and this step will either settle or drop off.

For Arrow of Light Adventures and for the rank itself, the den leader signs for approval of all requirements, unless they delegate that responsibility. The parent-or-trusted-adult route stops at Webelos.

Warning. The one place the approval rules change between ranks, and it is easy to carry the Webelos habit into the Arrow of Light year. For Arrow of Light Adventures and rank, the den leader signs for approval of all requirements, unless they have delegated that responsibility.

Where this step comes from

  1. Guide to Advancement (2025), Section 4.1.0.3 · For Arrow of Light Adventures and rank, the den leader signs for approval of all requirements unless they delegate it.

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