Scouting in Snoqualmie is receiving a fresh burst of energy as Cub Scout Troop 1776 prepares for its annual kick-off event featuring the increasingly popular “Zombie Tag” game. Set for Friday, September 19, 2025, at Jeanne Hansen Community Park, this interactive event marks the beginning of what organizers hope will be a transformative year for local scouting programs. The two-hour gathering aims to blend fun with purpose as the troop works to boost enrollment and reinvigorate youth engagement through innovative activities.
Scout Revival: How Zombie Tag at Troop 1776’s September Kick-Off Event is Adding New Life to Youth Engagement and Scouting Activities at Jeanne Hansen Park, with details on the two-hour event designed to connect new and returning scouts through interactive play while parents learn about the year’s upcoming program.
Troop 1776’s leadership has strategically chosen Zombie Tag as the centerpiece of their kick-off event, recognizing today’s youth need more engaging activities to spark interest in scouting. The game, which combines elements of traditional tag with fun zombie-themed roles, has proven remarkably effective at breaking the ice between newcomers and returning scouts. “We found that games like Zombie Tag create instant connections,” explains Troop Leader Sarah Johnson. “Kids who arrive as strangers leave as friends, eager to return for the next meeting.”
While scouts enjoy the exhilarating game at Jeanne Hansen Park, parents will gather for an informational session about the upcoming program year. This dual-purpose approach represents Troop 1776’s innovative strategy to address declining membership trends. The September 19th event, running from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, creates a relaxed environment where parents can learn about scouting benefits while witnessing firsthand the enthusiasm their children display during structured yet entertaining activities. Local officials have praised this approach as a model for other youth organizations struggling to remain relevant in an era of digital distractions.
Community Outreach: Coverage of Pack 1776‘s additional recruitment efforts at the Snoqualmie Block Party on September 6th, exploring how these combined initiatives aim to boost membership and revitalize interest in scouting programs among local youth during the 2025-2026 season.
Beyond the September kick-off event, Pack 1776 is expanding its community presence with a dedicated booth at the upcoming Snoqualmie Block Party on September 6th. From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, troop leaders and current scouts will engage with local families, showcasing the diverse activities that define modern scouting. “The Block Party gives us visibility with families who might not otherwise consider scouting,” notes Recruitment Coordinator Michael Chen. “We’ll have interactive demonstrations, photo displays of our adventures, and current scouts sharing their experiences.”
These combined outreach efforts represent a strategy to reverse declining enrollment trends that have affected scouting programs nationwide. By meeting families in both structured recruitment events and casual community gatherings, Pack 1776 hopes to dispel outdated perceptions about scouting while highlighting its evolution to meet contemporary interests. Local business sponsors have also stepped forward, providing resources for these recruitment initiatives and recognizing the value of strong youth programs in building community connections. Officials expect these efforts could increase troop membership by up to 30% for the 2025-2026 season, potentially making Troop 1776 a case study in successful scouting revitalization.
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