Tiki Torch Snow Outing

On January 24 and 25th, 6 scouts and 3 parents went to Snoqualmie pass for the annual Tiki Torch Snow Camp. The Scouts learned a lot about camping in the snow, but they also got to build snow forts, go sledding, and cook their own meals. They stayed overnight in tents, carried by their previously constructed custom sleds. Overall, it was a very fun experience, and it was fun to play in the snow! 

Visit to Washington's Capital

This past Monday, the 26 of January 2015, 13 scouts from the troop went to the capital building for a tour, and to meet representatives such as Marcie Maxwell. They were able to complete a few requirements for the merit badge Citizenship in the Nation, and overall it was a fun trip, and exciting way to learn about our government.

Troop 626 Tree Lot is Now Open!

Troop 626  is now selling Christmas trees for its 32nd year in a row at the Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club!  Buy either a Noble or Douglas fir from sizes ranging from 5 to 10 feet tall. These trees are kept in water and cut fresh on the spot. We will help you chose a tree which best fits your needs, bale it, and tie it to your car for no additional cost. All proceeds fund our troop and any future events or camp outs.
Hours: 9am - 8pm Saturday & Sunday,
5-8pm Tuesday - Friday
Address: 5464 119th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006

Pumpkin Carving

On October 21, 2014, our troop carved pumpkins for a meeting! It was a lot of fun, and there were many cool designs, including a snowman, a cat and many others. It was a little cold outside, but in the end it was worth it. Everyone took home their pumpkins, and used them for Halloween.

Philmont Trip 2014

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This summer, 6 scouts and 3 adults from the troop went to Philmont, a high adventure camp. For more information on their trip, visit this website.

Luc Carbon,
Troop Historian

Cycling Merit Badge 22 Mile Ride

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This summer a half-dozen scouts from the troop worked on completing the mountain bike portion of the cycling merit badge. In order to complete the requirements, scouts had to ride several different distances, the longest of which was 22 miles long. This ride was completed on 8/24 and was a  grueling, 6-hour ride. They started by riding the entire Grand Ridge Trail system from the bottom up to Duthie Hill mountain bike park, where they took the Boot Camp trail, then they rode up to Cascade Ridge elementary school where they took a short pit stop. After that they continued to Soaring Eagle park, where they rode the Pipeline trail to its end. From there, they turned around and headed back to the bottom of the Grand Ridge Trail the way they came, stopping again at Cascade Ridge elementary school for a short rest. Thanks to Mr. Hanley for organizing this fun but tiring ride!

Luc Carbon,
Troop Historian

Camp Fife

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Every year Troop 626 goes to summer camp, and this year we went to Camp Fife. Summer camp offers a good chance to earn merit badges, and most people got 3 or 4. It was a fun experience and the best day was adventure day. Adventure day is on Wednesday, no one had merit badge classes and the entire day was troop time. So we all hiked around the lake, stopping to swim and canoe. The food was good and we all had fun, so I hope we can go back.

Luc Carbon,
Troop Historian