Printable Quest Guide
Friends Downtown Bench Scorecard
Take a friendly downtown walk and rate public benches, shade, murals, and peopleless views using a playful scorecard that celebrates useful public spaces.
- Time
- 1 Hour
- Cost
- Free
- Best for
- Friends
- Location
- Downtown
Your Mission
Use Friends Downtown Bench Scorecard to turn an ordinary stretch of free time into a focused, welcoming adventure with a clear beginning, a useful finish, and room for everyone to participate.
What You'll Need
- Paper scorecard
- Pencils
- Water
- Optional clipboard
How to Do the Quest
- 1
Choose a short public route with sidewalks and an agreed return time.
- 2
Create four friendly categories: comfort, shade, view, and nearby interesting detail.
- 3
At each public bench or plaza seat, give a simple one-to-five score without blocking access or sitting where prohibited.
- 4
Write one reason for the score that focuses on the space, not people nearby.
- 5
Compare totals over a snack or at home and name the group’s favorite public pause spot.
Quest Challenge
Can the group find a five-star public pause spot without spending any money?
Pro Tip
A shared scorecard is more fun when the ratings stay playful and specific rather than trying to be an official review.
Safety First
Use marked crossings, keep pathways clear, choose public seating only, and avoid the route after dark if the group is unfamiliar with the area.
Quest Complete
What would you repeat, change, or remember from Friends Downtown Bench Scorecard?