Category Archives: Events

Pinewood Derby Rescheduled Due to Snow Storm

Due to the forecast for this weekend’s snow storm and probable school closings, we have decided to reschedule this weekend’s Pinewood Derby events for next weekend (Friday 29, Saturday 30). Please Sign up to volunteer. Same times, same location, different days!

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PineWood Derby 2016

Hello Pack 1863!

Pinewood Derby is just around the corner!racing-main

Car registration will be on Friday, January 22, 2016 from 6:00-8:00 pm.

Derby races will begin promptly at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 23, 2016.  Doors will open at 9:00 am for any last minutes adjustments or late registrations.

PLEASE sign up to assist in either the race area or at our derby cafe so that this is may be successful and fun event for all participants.

 

Pinewood Derby Wheels and Weights Clinic Sunday

Hi everyone,Scouts at Work

I will have a Pinewood Derby Clinic this Sunday 1-6. The main focus will be to help get painted cars ready by adding the wheels and weights. You will need to bring your own weights to the clinic. Purchased weights, washers, fishing weights, etc. will all work fine. I will have an unofficial scale to check the weight.

If your son/ kids have NOT started a car, I have kits and can help you with that as well. The race will becoming up quickly, so please take advantage this weekend if you need it!

Please respond to this thread with a quick email if you are coming by. If Sunday will absolutely not work for you, let me know and we will work something out. I want to make sure every kid gets a chance to participate.

Sorry for the late notice, work got pretty crazy this week. I will have a clinic this Sunday, Jan. 10 from 1-6 at my house. 13002 Mill Ct

January Pack Meeting (Tuesday 5th)

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I hope everyone enjoyed time with your family and friends over the holiday break. We have some exciting events coming up in Pack 1863 for January.

January Theme: Trustworthy – “The Great Race”

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Friday, Jan 22 – Pinewood Derby Setup night and Registration

Saturday, Jan 23 – Pinewood Derby Race 10 am – 1 pm

 

 

Car Clinic Sunday

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If you still need some help with Pinewood Derby Cars, I will available this Sunday afternoon. Just email cubmaster@pack1863.com if you would like to come over and do some work on your cars!

Pack Holiday Party Friday Night!

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I can’t believe it is already that time! Our annual Pack 1863 Holiday Party is tomorrow night from 6:30-8:30! We will have Raging Reptiles at our party to entertain the kids! (grown up kids too!) This is a Family event, so everyone is welcome. We will hand out December awards and have our traditional “snowball fight”, so don’t miss out!

It’s not too late if you would like to sign up to bring a dish! Set up will begin at 5:30 if you are able to volunteer some time.

stacks-image-2F8F4E6  Holiday Plant Sale orders will be ready for pick up after the party tomorrow night. Please be sure to pick up your son’s order before you leave!

Pinewood Derby- Doing it on your own? Here is what you need to know.

Alright you renegade, if you are doing the Pack 1863 Pinewood Derby and your son wants to build his car at home, here are some IMPORTANT things to remember.  Follow the rules carefully to make sure your car qualifies at Registration Night. If you have any questions…ask the Cubmaster. cubmaster@pack1863.com

Pinewood Derby Car Cutting Clincs– End this Weekend!

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Don’t forget to Sign Up for the LAST weekend of Car Cutting Clinics. This Saturday, Nov 14th 1:30-5:30 or Sunday, Nov 15th 1:30-5:30. (sign up for a 1 hour slot)

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Pinewood Derby Car Cutting Clinics (Nov. 7/8 and Nov. 14/15)

November 7 and 8, November 14 and 15 will be our Pinewood Derby Car Cutting Clinics. To sign up, use the link below.

Car Cutting Clinic Signup (1 hour slots)

All Pack 1863 Cub Scouts will receive their official BSA Pinewood Derby Car Kit at the clinic. Parents and siblings are welcome to join in the fun! We will have extra kits available at the clinics for the cost of the kit ($4). On our race day in January, we will have a friends and family division for everyone.

PLEASE HAVE YOUR CHILD DRAW A DESIGN ON PAPER BEFORE COMING TO THE CLINIC.

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At the Clinic your child will:

  • complete the design of the car and learn how to make their car fly!
  • learn the tools we will use to make the car and how we use them safely
  • an adult will cut the rough shape of the car out
  • a place for weights will be drilled out
  • they will begin to sand their car and learn the technique and tips for a great paint job
  • they will machine their axles to improve the speed of the car

When they leave, they will take an unfinished car home to continue sanding and paint at home.

If you would rather do the work yourself at home with your child, you can stop by and pick up the kit and ask any questions.

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