Pinewood Derby – Tip #3
Dear Pack 1776,
Here is Pinewood Derby Tip #3 and a link to a fun article from the Columbus Dispatch.
Sincerely,
John Termotto
2014 Derby Days
The 2014 Dremel Pinewood Derby Days Program, brought to you through Lowe’s, is a source for all materials and know-how you need to create a winning Pinewood Derby car you can be proud of – regardless of your skill level. Select Lowe’s stores will host Pinewood Derby® car clinics where experts share their tips and tricks for making the fastest cars on race day. Everyone who attends an event will be given a:
- How-to demonstration
- BSA-approved badge
- 10% off Dremel coupon, which can be applied to your entire Dremel purchase.
On select Saturdays listed above. Free to attend - give your store a call to verify one is taking place.
Pinewood Derby – Tip #2
Dear Pack 1776,
Here is Pinewood Derby Tip #2.
Sincerely,
John Termotto
Pinewood Derby – Tip #1
Pack 1776,
Here is the first of several Pinewood Derby (PWD) tips that will follow over the next week. The PWD Committee looks forward to you having a great time at the event this year!
Sincerely,
John Termotto
Pinewood Derby Kits and Video
For those of you who missed the December Pack meeting, we passed out Pinewood Derby Kits to all the scouts at the meeting. If you would like a kit for your Scout (free) or Sibling ($5/kit), send me an email & we'll arrange for your scout to get a PWD kit.
Also, here is the video that was shown at the meeting:
More info to come !
YIS,
John Termotto
Pinewood Derby – Tip #3
Dear Pack 1776,
Here is Pinewood Derby Tip #3 and a link to a fun article from the Columbus Dispatch.
Sincerely,
Pack 1776 PWD Committee
Pinewood Derby – Tip #2
Dear Pack 1776,
Here is Pinewood Derby Tip #2.
Sincerely,
The PWD Committee
Pinewood Derby – Tip #1
Pack 1776,
Here is the first of several Pinewood Derby (PWD) tips that will follow over the next week. The PWD Committee looks forward to you having a great time at the event this year!
Sincerely,
Harry Beck
Pinewood Derby Champ Camp
Have you started working on your Pinewood Derby car yet? Do you need help? You do? You are in luck because January is Pinewood Derby® Month at all BSA Scout shops!
From dreaming about the design to crossing the finish line, your local Scout Shop supports your Pinewood Derby® every step of the way.
And now, January is officially Pinewood Derby® Month. Stop in any time, all month long, for:
- A free, accurate weigh-in for your car
- Test runs on a practice track
- Answers to all your building and racing questions
- Speed secrets — ways to shave seconds off your race time
- Step-by-step info, including four great how-to books
- Start-to-finish supplies — ask about new items for 2013!
Then, join us for our first-ever Champ Camp... on Saturday, January 12, for a one-day info session that’ll get you race-ready in no time, including demos on precision tools! And just for attending, you’ll receive a free sheet of Pinewood Derby® decals.
Contact your local Scout Shop for more details, store hours, and event specifics.
Pinewood Derby® Champ Camp takes place during regular store hours on Saturday, January 12. Decal giveaway offer is valid January 12 only; does not apply to previous offers. All Cub Scouts must be accompanied by an adult.
Pinewood Derby Results
What a fun and exciting event!!! I hope everyone enjoyed it. Here are the results from Pinewood Derby Chair Harry.
- Heat Results
- Group Standings
- Group Statistics
- Design Awards
- Best Paint: James S.
- Most Creative: Brian L.
- Best Military Vehicle: Joshua D.
- Most Realistic: Andrew L.
- Most Detail: Nicholas F.
- Funniest: Emmett L.
- Most Futuristic: Ryan F.
- Spirit of Scouting: David X.
- Judges Choice: Jack P.
Don't forget to check out the pictures on the Pack photo site.
