Ready, Set, Go! It’s Pinewood Derby time

Julie Reichle

Pinewood Derby cars in 2023

All youth K – fifth grade are welcome; but you must register by the end of day on Feb. 1. You do not have to be a Scout to participate. 

Practice runs will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Piedmont Community Church Gymnasium at 400 Highland Ave. You can also register your car at the church that day. 

The official race takes place the following Saturday, Feb. 8, also at the Piedmont Community Church. Races are scheduled by rank and grade. 

Lions & Tigers (K & First Grade) – Check-in opens at 8:30am; race begins at 9:00am.

Wolves (Second Grade) – Check-in opens at 9:45am; race begins at 10:15am.

Bears (Third Grade) – Check-in opens at 11am; race begins at 11:30am.

Webelos & Arrow of Lights (Fourth & Fifth Grade) – Check-in opens at 12:15 p.m.; race begins at 12:45 p.m.. 

For more information, contact District Executive Eris Turner: eturner@piedmontbsa.org

Scouting programs serve youth Kindergarten through age 21, and their families. Cub Scouts is for youth K-5th grade; Scouts BSA serves youth 11-18 years old; and Venturing and Exploring serve youth 14-21 years old. The aims of Scouting across all programs are character, fitness, citizenship, and leadership skills; outdoor adventure, service, and adult mentoring are important parts of how that happens.

Interested in learning more? Reach out to the council office at contact@piedmontbsa.org.

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