Cubs

Cub Scouts, formerly known as Wolf Cubs since their inception in 1916, are boys and girls aged 8 to 10½. At this exciting stage of Scouting, Cubs build on the foundations laid in Beavers, diving deeper into teamwork, outdoor adventure, and skill-building. The Cubs meet in groups called Packs, each led by a Cub Scout Leader, traditionally known as Akela. A Pack can have up to 36 Cubs, with smaller teams called Sixes led by Sixers and supported by Seconders.

At Telstar, there are two thriving Cub Packs:

• Mowgli Pack, led by Akela Kira Stewart, meets on Tuesdays from 18:00 to 19:30 at FNEL HQ. Kira is supported by leaders Tom Mortimer, Miriam Scargall, Martina Bilkova, Jesse Hollywood, and Jerome Sabatier.
  
• Baloo Pack, led by Akela Alexandra Czapiewska, meets on Thursdays from 18:00 to 19:30 at FNEL HQ. Alexandra is assisted by Florence Lindauer, Berengere d’Havrincourt, and Luke Walsh.
  

In Cubs, activities are designed to promote personal growth while being fun and engaging. Each Pack organises Cubs into Sixes, smaller teams where Sixers take on leadership roles and learn responsibility, supported by their Seconders. The Sixers also participate in a Pack Leadership Forum, where they can voice their ideas and contribute to decisions about the Pack's activities. Weekly meetings focus on teamwork, adventure, and learning through games, challenges, and skill-building activities.

The Cub programme is part of the wider Scout Association's continuous training, helping young people develop life skills while earning badges for various accomplishments. Recently, the Mowgli Pack cycled around St. George’s Kiss and Fly and learned backwoods cooking at Thillsmillen, while the Baloo Pack completed their DIY activity badge by building wind-powered buggies at the International School of Luxembourg. Upcoming activities include working towards their Emergency Aid and Entertainer badges.

Telstar’s Cubs have a rich history of achievements. In 2019, both Mowgli and Baloo Packs participated in the BSO District Camp and the BSO Sixers & Seconders Weekend, where they jointly earned the prestigious FNEL Bonne Meute Award for outstanding performance. The Baloo Pack also earned the FNEL Bonne Meute Award again in 2018, following their participation in the FNEL Sixplo event.

Cubs is all about learning, adventure, and making friends in a supportive environment. Whether building confidence through hands-on projects or exploring the great outdoors, Telstar Cubs have endless opportunities for growth and fun.

For more information, see the Calendar

For information about the uniforms, check out the FNEL Shop.