Pinewood Derby Race

This weekend was Everett's first Pinewood Derby- that annual Cub Scout event where parents and sons learn and work together to create a fast car out of a block of wood. 
We got our kit at the beginning of the year and attended a workshop on how to saw, chisel and sand this rectangular block down into a racing machine. Everett picked out enamel paints, flame decals and red wheels at the Scout store. 

Everett lines up with his pack members to get their cars weighed; then we wait patiently until it was our turn to race.

 Forty-nine boys competed in our pack. Four boys per race and an elimination process that involved scoring. Our den didn't place overall, but you wouldn't have known it by looking at these sweet, happy faces. The boys were excited to be present and ready to cheer for all the derby cars racing down the track. 

Today was a great day, worthy of high-fives and celebrations!

Highlights from our first pinewood derby race...

The Cub Scout Motto is to "Do Your Best". Boys often become so interested in winning that they fail to see the importance of doing the best they can at everything.  Cub Scouting teaches boys that no one can find fault with them if they always do their best. 

So proud of Everett, not because he received a trophy but because he is an awesome participant, in everything he does.  Win or Lose, he is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent. 

So very proud of our Scout.