Missouri Valley Cub Scouts honor top scouts

Two Cub Scouts receive prestigious Arrow of Light award

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

Missouri Valley Cub Scout Pack #558 held their annual Blue/Gold Banquet on February 8th, where they honored their top scouts by presenting David Brady and Benjamin Jerred with the 'Arrow of Light' plaque, the highest rank in Cub Scouts. The plaques were made by Brian Nelson, who has been creating them for the pack each year.

Why it matters

The Arrow of Light is the highest award in Cub Scouting and signifies that the scouts have completed all the requirements and are prepared to transition into the Boy Scouts program. Earning this prestigious award is a major milestone for young scouts and their families.

The details

At the Blue/Gold Banquet held at the Rand Center, Pack #558 recognized David Brady and Benjamin Jerred as the recipients of the 'Arrow of Light' award. This award is the pinnacle of achievement in Cub Scouting and demonstrates that the scouts have mastered all the required skills and knowledge. The plaques presented to the honorees were handmade by Brian Nelson, a long-time volunteer who has created the Arrow of Light awards for the pack each year.

  • The Blue/Gold Banquet took place on February 8, 2026.
  • David Brady and Benjamin Jerred received their Arrow of Light awards at the ceremony.

The players

David Brady

A Cub Scout in Pack #558 who earned the prestigious Arrow of Light award.

Benjamin Jerred

A Cub Scout in Pack #558 who earned the prestigious Arrow of Light award.

Brian Nelson

A long-time volunteer with Pack #558 who makes the Arrow of Light plaques each year for the top scouts.

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The takeaway

Earning the Arrow of Light is a significant accomplishment for young Cub Scouts, as it signifies their readiness to transition into the Boy Scouts program. The ceremony honoring David Brady and Benjamin Jerred showcases the dedication and hard work of these scouts, as well as the commitment of the adult volunteers like Brian Nelson who support the Cub Scout program.