The uniform signifies membership in the Boy Scout organization. It is easily recognized by most people. All Cub Scouts are encouraged to follow the uniform requirements:

Pants or Shorts: Official blue, machine washable polyester/cotton Shirt: Official long- or short-sleeved dark blue shirt with button flap pockets. Has gold Boy Scouts of America lettering on the right shirt front. Neckerchief: Official neckerchief for grade level (TIGER, WOLF, BEAR, WEBELOS). Colors are dependent on rank/level. Neckerchief Slide: Official gold colored metal slide with appropriate Cub Scout emblem. Boys may also wear hand-made neckerchief slides. Cap: Official navy blue cap with appropriate Cub Scout emblem. Belt: Official navy blue web belt with metal buckle and Cub Scout emblem. Socks: Official navy blue with orange tops for Tiger Cubs and gold tops for Cub Scouts; are worn with shorts and with pants.