Iron Scout Challenge 2026
The Iron Scout Challenge 2026
An Annual Day of Physical Achievement & Scout Skills – Troops 571 & 5749
📅 June 6, 2026📍 Lake Sammamish State Park🏆 6 Activities · Two Difficulty Levels
Seattle Public Utilities has indefinitely suspended large-group permits at Rattlesnake Lake. We’ve secured an excellent alternative: Lake Sammamish State Park – same great tradition, same core activities, even better facilities.
What Is the Iron Scout Challenge?
The Iron Scout Challenge is a signature annual tradition for Troops 571 and 5749 – a full-day test of physical endurance, scout skills, and team spirit. Scouts complete up to 6 activities spanning water, trail, and field, choosing their challenge level for each.
Scouts Participating
Total Activities
Difficulty Levels Each
Family BBQ & Celebration
Skills developed:
Perseverance
Teamwork
Outdoor Ethics
Leadership
Mark Your Calendars!📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
Lake Sammamish State Park · Tibbets Beach Day-Use Area · Issaquah, WA
“Together, we build stronger scouts – one challenge at a time.”
Our New Home: Lake Sammamish State Park
Located in Issaquah with easy access from I-90, Lake Sammamish State Park offers ample parking, beach access for canoeing and swimming, on-site restrooms, and a beautiful day-use area at Tibbets Beach serving as our Base Camp for the day.
✅ All Core Activities Preserved at the New Location
- Canoeing & Swimming – Tibbets Beach
- Run – Park paths and surrounding roads
- Hiking – Squak Mountain State Park (Bullitt Access Loop)
- Biking – East Lake Sammamish Trail
- Scout Skills – Day-use area
- Simplified permitting (single agency) · Ample parking · Centrally located
Event Schedule – June 6, 2026
Base Camp: Day-Use Area near Tibbets Beach, Lake Sammamish State Park, Issaquah. Check-in opens at 6:30 AM – plan to arrive on time!
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | Check-In Table Opens |
| 7:00 – 8:00 AM | Swimming |
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Canoeing |
| 9:00 – 10:30 AM | Run (5K or 10K) |
| 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Hiking – Squak Mountain (Bullitt Access Loop) |
| 1:30 – 4:30 PM | Biking – East Lake Sammamish Trail |
| 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Scout Skills – Orienteering & Pioneering (available throughout the afternoon) |
| All Day | Family BBQ & Celebration at Base Camp |
The Activities
Scouts – Register for Activities
Choose your challenge level for each activity. Every scout picks their own path – sign up early to secure your spot!
Questions? Contact Karen Blue or Bobbie Jo Foster-Putt
Family BBQ – Celebrate Together
The Family BBQ is the social heart of the Iron Scout Challenge. Located in the grass area near registration for easy access all day, families are encouraged to come, cheer on their scouts, join the meal, and share in the day’s stories. All are welcome – no need to wait until the end!
Volunteer Opportunities – We Need You!
This event runs entirely on parent and adult volunteer power. Choose a role below and sign up – every position makes a difference!
- 6:00 AM arrival required
- Tent & table setup
- Activity staging
- Scout arrival processing
- Distribute materials
- Track participation
- BSA Swim & Water Rescue preferred
- Canoe & swimming supervision
- Oversee individual activities
- Manage check-in/out
- Safety monitoring
- Stationed on hiking/run routes
- First aid equipped
- Radio communication
- Food prep & service
- Cleanup coordination
- Capture memories for scouts and families!
- Pack up tents, tables & equipment
- Leave no trace cleanup
- End-of-day load out
- Float and help where needed
- Fill gaps across all activities
- Great for first-time volunteers!
Questions about volunteering? Reach out to Karen Blue or Bobbie Jo Foster-Putt. Ready to sign up?