101 Den Meeting Suggestions
Cub Scout Pack 144
Bryant Elementary School

  1. Advancements: Work on badges. Assign advancements to study before meeting for best results.
  2. Airplanes: Build rubber band powered airplane, many kits available. Test airplanes in a gymnasium for longest flight.
  3. Arboretum Tour: Take free guided winter walk at the Washington Arboretum Park.
  4. Archery Range: Visit and shoot at local archery range. Bows available for nominal fee.
  5. Astronomy: Join the Seattle Astronomical Society for monthley astronomy viewings at Greenlake.
  6. Automobile Junkyard: Visit automotive junkyard. Take tools and search for inexpensive auto part souvenir to take home.
  7. Beach Comb: Comb beaches at low tide. Alki, Shilshoe, Carkeek and Discovery Parks have nice beach access.
  8. Bellevue Parks Nature Walk: Take free guided walk through Lake Hills Greenbelt or Mercer Slough Nature Park. Puget Sound nature walks
  9. Bicycling: Ride Burk Gilman Trail or Magnuson Park. Practice bike rules and sign off advancement.
  10. Bird Houses: Build bird house. Use completed project in back yard.
  11. Bird Watching: Go with experienced bird watcher. See how many species you can find. University of Washingtion nature area good location.
  12. Blood Center: Tour Blood Center, watch dads donate blood, eat cookies and drink hot chocolate in Canteen.
  13. Boeing Everett Plant: Free public tours available Monday through Friday.
  14. Bowling: Bowl at University of Washingtion Hub. Convenient location and reasonable prices.
  15. Boy Scout Eagle Project: Help Boy Scout complete Eagle project. Contact local Boy Scout Troops for opportunities.
  16. Burke Museum: See a good collection of Northwest exhibits. Museum is close by with coffee shop at lower level.
  17. Canoeing: U of W boathouse behind husky stadium rents canoes. Canoe across Montlake Cut and along the Arboretum.
  18. Childcare: Attend childcare classes the Children?s Medical Center to learn excellent childcare skills.
  19. Christmas Light Tour: Visit Coulon Park, Bellevue Botanical Gardens and selected neighborhoods for amazing displays.
  20. Cinnebon: Visit University Village Cinnebon and learn to prepare cinnamon rolls. Make arrangements in advance.
  21. Coast Guard Station: Visit Coast Guard Station on Elliot Bay. See interesting slide show and radar control room.
  22. Concrete Mixing: Mix and pour concrete into 18"x18" forms, provide decorative finish and save in yard as Cub Scout memento.
  23. Construction Site: Visit construction site. Get permission and obtain tour by someone who can describe the work and equip.
  24. CPR: Learn CPR. Contact Red Cross for a class and certification.
  25. Cricket: Learn a new game and a different way to use hitting, fielding and running skills.
  26. Croquet: Set up and play multiple games at park or backyard.
  27. Cross Country Skiing: Lessons, rentals and trails available at Snoqualmie Pass.
  28. Den Flag: Make flag to represent den. Bring flag to Pack meetings.
  29. Den Sleep Over: Eat pizza, play games, watch videos. Don?t expect much sleep.
  30. Dirt Bike Supercross: Watch professional dirt bikers race around a track and over huge jumps inside the Tacomadome.
  31. Discovery Park: Hike trails and beach. See great views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Peninsula.
  32. Dog Show: Attend regional dog show and competition at Seattle Center. See a great collection of all types of canines.
  33. Downhill Skiing: Lessons, rentals and slopes close by at Snoqualmie Pass.
  34. Downtown Walking Tour: Take self-guided tour of Waterfront, Market, Pioneer Sq., International District and Freeway Park.
  35. Emerald Downs: Visit horse track in Auburn. Open to young and old with tours available on some weekend race days.
  36. Family Picnic: Meet with families for a picnic at park or pool.
  37. Fins and Feathers: Visit funky pet store in the University District with a great collection of tropical fish and reptiles.
  38. Fire Station: Tour fire station. 50th St. station near Roosevelt has a Medic Unit.
  39. Fisherman's Terminal: Tour the docks. Identify different types of boats and their use.
  40. Fishing: Greenlake, Elliot Bay and Lake Washington have public docks.
  41. Flag Ceremony: Learn flag procedures and ceremony. Practice at flagpole and sign off advancement.
  42. Food Bank: Tour and help at Food Bank. Bring food donations.
  43. Fort Lewis Military Museum: See a large display of military equipment. Free to the public.
  44. Frisbee Golf: Free course in north Seattle.
  45. Golf: Practice golf at U of W driving range. Close by and reasonably priced.
  46. Gun Safety Class: Learn about gun safety from trained instructor. Classes available at local ranges.
  47. Hiram Chittenden Locks: Tour the locks, information center, watch boats and visit the fish ladder.
  48. Hockey Game: Watch the Seattle Thunderbirds play at Seattle Center. Group rates available.
  49. Homeless Help: Make sack lunches, go downtown and deliver to homeless people.
  50. Ice Cream Party: Churn homemade ice cream. Great activity for young boys full of energy.
  51. Issaquah Alps: Hike Tiger Mountain. Many trails available.
  52. Juanita Bay Nature Walk: Take free-guided tour of Juanita Bay Park and wetland wildlife habitat.
  53. Kites: Make kites then fly at Gas Works Park or the beach.
  54. Lake Washington: Take boat tour of Lake Washington. Gaze at the mansions, bridges and parks from a water perspective.
  55. Marble Tournament: See Cub Scout book for marble games and sign off advancement.
  56. Mariners Game: Attend a Mariners game at the beautiful Safeco Field.
  57. Model Rockets: Build rockets for Camp Shelton outing. Use glue-drying compound from hobby shop to speed up process.
  58. Monster Truck Show: Attend show of souped up and monster trucks. Unique experience, kids love it, take earplugs.
  59. Museum of Flight: First Thursday of month free.
  60. Museum of History and Industry: See interesting displays about local area, history and State of Washington.
  61. Northwest Puppet Center: Visit Puppet Center in northeast Seattle for weekend puppet shows.
  62. Northwest Trek: Visit impressive animal park. Take advantage of educational programs and special tours.
  63. Orienteering: Visit local orienteering club for beginner instructions and participate in orienteering event.
  64. Outdoor Shelter: Build an outdoor shelter of recycled materials in the backyard of a generous den member.
  65. Padilla Bay Estuary: Travel to Everett to visit the only national estuarine research reserve in Washington.
  66. Performance Theater: Attend a play. Seattle Children's Theater has many good children's productions.
  67. Photography Outing: Review picture-taking techniques, use disposable cameras and exhibit results.
  68. Pinewood Derby: Build Pinewood Derby cars. Meet at house with a good shop and area to work.
  69. Pizza Bake: Make homemade pizza. Practice cooking and clean up skills and eat the results.
  70. Police Station: Visit police station. Seattle Police Department North Precinct frequently provides tours.
  71. Pool: Shoot pool at U of W Hub. Tables rented by the hour. An important part of a young man?s upbringing.
  72. Racquetball: Learn and play racquetball. Courts located at IMA, WAC, YMCA and local racquet clubs.
  73. Radio Station: Visit local radio station. Contact station for tour opportunities
  74. REI Pinnacle: Climb rock pinnacle at REI. Group reservations available but must be made well in advance.
  75. Religious Worship: Attend a service at a church, temple or mosque of a different religion.
  76. Rhododendron Botanical Gardens: Visit 22-acre garden of rare and exotic plants at Weyerhauser Headquarters in Federal Way.
  77. Sail: Find generous sailboat owner for a sail on Lake Washington or Puget Sound.
  78. Science Center: Tour science displays at Seattle Center. Contact Science Center for special programs.
  79. Seattle Aquarium: Visit Aquarium at downtown waterfront. Contact Aquarium for special programs.
  80. Seattle Times / P.I: Tours newspaper offices or newspaper production facility.
  81. Seattle Underground Tour: See old Seattle below street level. Tours start at Pioneer Square.
  82. Seattle Viewpoints: Spectacular views from St. Marks, Gas Works, Kerry Park, Hamilton View Park (West Seattle). Best at night.
  83. Snoqualmie Falls: Visit the falls, enjoy the overlook and hike to the bottom for great photos.
  84. Snowshoeing: REI and local sports shops rent shoeshows. Many areas to trek at Snoqualmie Pass.
  85. St. Edward State Park: Hike forested trails and waterfront. Swim at indoor public pool. Located close by near Kenmore.
  86. Swimming: Meadowbrook Pool has regular open swims. Sign off advancements.
  87. Television Station: Visit local TV station. Contact station for tour opportunities.
  88. Ten Essentials Kit: Visit REI to buy the 10 essential supplies and make kit for day hikes.
  89. Ten Essentials Overnight: Camp overnight using only the 10 essentials.
  90. Theater Tour: Contact local theaters for tour opportunities.
  91. Tugboat: Tour a tugboat. Check with Foss Tugs for tour opportunity.
  92. U of W Basketball: Games played close by with inexpensive group rates available.
  93. U of W Soccer: Both men and women?s team have been nationally ranked and play at new field along Montlake.
  94. U of W Women's Softball: Team has been nationally ranked and plays at new stadium behind football stadium.
  95. Ultimate Frisbee: Learn and play this easy and fast moving game.
  96. University of Washington Campus: Take self-guided walking tour and visit inside interesting buildings.
  97. Volunteer Park: Look at the beautiful plants in the 1912 Conservatory then climb the water tower for spectacular views. No charge.
  98. Volunteer: Contact local charities for opportunities. Earn Community Service Badge.
  99. Weyerhauser Aquatic Center: Visit world-class swimming facility, watch swimmers and divers train, swim during public swim.
  100. Wizards of the Coast: Visit University Ave. game center. All types of video games available. Visit early in day to avoid crowds.
  101. Woodland Park Zoo: Visit nationally ranked zoo. Consider signing up for Saturday morning tour or class.