Cubs, aged 8 to 10½, get stuck into a huge variety of activities – from cooking outdoors to learning practical skills, hiking, building things and helping in their communities. It’s all about growing independence and having real adventures with friends.
8–10½ years
Cubs can earn loads of badges by trying activities, learning new skills and working as a team. See all Cub badges.
Georgie Huston
Cub Team Lead
cubs@scoutsni.org
CubJam – Cubs 110th Anniversary
Location: Crawfordsburn Activity Centre
Date: 22-24 May 2026
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Cubs Football Final
Location: Mid-Ulster Sports Centre
Date: 6 June 2026
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An explorer, adventurer and TV presenter, Dwayne's been seen in BAFTA nominated Channel 5 series Race to the Pole, on BBC Springwatch, Countryfile, National Geographic and Disney+.
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