Pinewood Derby
Weigh-in Night = Wednesday, March 11 (6:30pm-8pm)
Race = Saturday, March 14 (9:30 am-1pm) - Time to be confirmed.
Hi, Racers!
Below, please find Pack 13's rules and race info to get you going. We'll be giving out lots of awards for designs, as well racing awards, so remember to do your best & have FUN!!!!
Extra cars are available for parents and siblings (yes, there is a race category for them) for $4. See you den leaders.
Below, please find Pack 13's rules and race info to get you going. We'll be giving out lots of awards for designs, as well racing awards, so remember to do your best & have FUN!!!!
Extra cars are available for parents and siblings (yes, there is a race category for them) for $4. See you den leaders.
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Parents:
We really need your help with the following teams in order to pull off a successful event. Please volunteer if you can. Most teams needs 4-5 people (& you can be on more than 1 team).
Weigh-in Team = Helps at weigh-in night. Ensures cars are race-able & meet the rules. Weighs & collects cars. Helps scouts with repairs to cars/getting to proper weight.
Awards Team (2-3 people) = Judge awards on weigh-in night. Prepares awards between Weigh-in Night & Race Day. Distributes awards on event day.
Setup/Teardown Team = Sets up track/timing system on morning of Race Day. Sets up viewing area. Maintains track during races. Tears down in the afternoon.
Race Execution/Pit-Crew = On Race Day, manages scouts and cars. Places cars on track and starts each race. Works the timing system/maintains times. Repairs cars, as needed.
Refreshments Team = Prior to race day, secures refreshment donations. Works refreshment booth on Race Day.
If you are interested in helping out, please let Mr. Mocklin or Mr. Dietal know.
We really need your help with the following teams in order to pull off a successful event. Please volunteer if you can. Most teams needs 4-5 people (& you can be on more than 1 team).
Weigh-in Team = Helps at weigh-in night. Ensures cars are race-able & meet the rules. Weighs & collects cars. Helps scouts with repairs to cars/getting to proper weight.
Awards Team (2-3 people) = Judge awards on weigh-in night. Prepares awards between Weigh-in Night & Race Day. Distributes awards on event day.
Setup/Teardown Team = Sets up track/timing system on morning of Race Day. Sets up viewing area. Maintains track during races. Tears down in the afternoon.
Race Execution/Pit-Crew = On Race Day, manages scouts and cars. Places cars on track and starts each race. Works the timing system/maintains times. Repairs cars, as needed.
Refreshments Team = Prior to race day, secures refreshment donations. Works refreshment booth on Race Day.
If you are interested in helping out, please let Mr. Mocklin or Mr. Dietal know.
Important Dates/Info
Weigh-in Night
When: March 11 (Wednesday) 6:30pm-8pm
Where: Scout Room (Orthodox Congregational Church)
Where: Scout Room (Orthodox Congregational Church)
- This is a non-uniformed event.
- Cars are weighed and turned in. Scouts will not see their cars till race day. Have the cars in race condition.
- A word of advice: If everyone arrives at 6:30pm, there will be a line. Spread things out, and it will be a much easier process.
- There will be assistance (i.e., the Weigh-in Team) and tools available to help with any car issues at race night
- Don't glue the wheels to the car (common mistake) :-)
Race Day
When: March 14 (Saturday) 10:00am - 2:00pm - Note - Time to be confirmed.
Where: Robinson School Cafeteria (where we have the pack meetings)
Where: Robinson School Cafeteria (where we have the pack meetings)
- This is a uniformed event.
- You do not need to stay for the entire event, but please arrive 15 minutes prior to your race time
- After the “official races”, racers will get to race during the remainder of their time block
- Show good Scout spirit & cheer for everyone!
- Have Fun!!!
Race Day Schedule - Note - This schedule may change.
Webelos II 9:00a – 9:30a
Webelos I 9:30a – 10:00a
Bears 10:00a – 10:30a
Wolves 10:30a - 11:00p
Tigers 11:00p – 11:30p
LUNCH 11:30p – 12:00p (refreshments available for purchase)
Adult/Sibling/Den Chief 12:00p – 12:30p
Finals 12:30p – 1:00p
Cleanup 1:00p – 1:30p
Webelos II 9:00a – 9:30a
Webelos I 9:30a – 10:00a
Bears 10:00a – 10:30a
Wolves 10:30a - 11:00p
Tigers 11:00p – 11:30p
LUNCH 11:30p – 12:00p (refreshments available for purchase)
Adult/Sibling/Den Chief 12:00p – 12:30p
Finals 12:30p – 1:00p
Cleanup 1:00p – 1:30p