Pinewood Derby Painting Workshop - Spring Break 2024
Mon, Mar 11
|Cub Scout Pack 7156 Scout Hut
Add a personal touch with paint and decorations. CUB SCOUTS PACK 156 – PINEWOOD DERBY & RECRUITMENT FAIR
Time & Location
Mar 11, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM CDT
Cub Scout Pack 7156 Scout Hut, 100 NW Orange Dr, Huntsville, AL 35810, USA
About the event
🌟 Pinewood Derby Painting Workshop: Add some pizazz! 🌟
Get ready for an action-packed Spring break weekend with our Boy Scouts of America Pinewood Derby event!
Date: Thursday March 7th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 100 NW Orange Dr, Huntsville, AL 35810
Calling all young engineers, artists, and speed enthusiasts! Join us for an exhilarating Pinewood Derby Painting Event where imagination meets craftsmanship. Here’s what you can expect:
- Each child who attends the Workshop will receive one BSA Pinewood Derby kit.
- Add paint, stickers, decals, and even sound kits to make it uniquely yours.
- The purpose of the workshop is to not only educate our children about the science behind the Pinewood Derby, but to also help them design and build their cars and position them for success!
Recruitment Fair
We’re excited to announce that the application fee for Scouts is being waived, and registration fee for signing up with the Boy Scouts will be reduced to $30* during this recruiting fair and race event. Take advantage of this special offer!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of our scouting family. Let’s build memories, friendships, and unforgettable derby cars together!
*Registration fee will be refunded after 90 days of membership
Whether you are looking to join scouts, or just looking for a fun family event, join us and show off your young one's engineering prowess! At Boy Scouts of America, we want to ensure that every child has the opportunity to experience the camaraderie, adventure, and growth that scouting offers. The event is open to children of Elementary school age and their families. Whether you’re a seasoned scout or new to scouting, everyone is welcome!
Participants will be able to compete for awards within the race, but also for recognition from these Design Award Categories:
- Best Paint Design: Brightest, boldest, and most eye-catching cars.
- Most Futuristic: Jet-powered? Time-traveling? Let your imagination soar!
- Most Original: Inventive Wheels, Boundless Imagination!
- Most Realistic: Precision Craftsmanship, Lifelike Speed!
- Fastest Looking Car: Fast, Furious, and Fabulous: Pinewood Derby Time
- Most Patriotic: A Patriotic car that screams USA!
- Funniest Car: Laughter guaranteed!
- Most Creative: Unleash creativity on wheels.
- Coolest Design: Let the young judges decide their favorite.
Origins of the Pinewood Derby:In 1953, Cubmaster Don Murphy sparked a tradition that has raced through generations. Scouts and parents working together to build mini masterpieces. The Pinewood Derby, a gravity-based thrill, celebrates creativity, innovation, and sportsmanship.
Safety First:Eye protection, well-lit workspaces, and adult supervision are our tools. Let’s build memories that last a lifetime!
Boy Scouts of America Greater Alabama Council - Official Pinewood Derby Rules