PINEWOOD DERBY - District Races
Yesterday we attended the district races for the Pinewood Derby. The races were scheduled for 9 AM through 4 PM. However, as races completed for the various ranks of cub scouts, those who DIDN'T win were able to pick up their cars and leave -- so we weren't really sure we wanted to win!

Tommy's car ran 6 times, and came in 4th in 1 race, 2nd in 4 races, and 1st in 1 race! It was a respectable showing considering the competition was made up of top racers from all over the district. However, it wasn't enough to place in the top ten. There's always next year!

(Of course, the good news is we were able to leave around lunch time :-)
03.28.04 @ 09:50 AM EST [link]

PINE WOOD DERBY: DISTRICT RACES
Just when you thought we were done with pine wood derby posts . . . here we go again. Tomorrow is the district races. As Thomas came in first for his den, he will be competing in those races.

Tonight we checked in the car. His car was just slightly over 5 oz, but they let it through. Tomorrow at 9:00 am races begin. Wish us luck!!!!
03.26.04 @ 09:14 PM EST [link] [Karma: 5 (+/-)]

Rain Gutter Regata -- Race Day
Well, it was interesting. The pack had "technical difficulties" with the score keeping. Regardless, everyone had fun.

What happened with the defending champion from last year -- our own Thomas King? Unfortunately, this was not his year. However, his boat looked great!

Clark

Picture from Race (pop-up)


03.09.04 @ 09:07 PM EST [link] [Karma: 4 (+/-)]

Rain Gutter Regata
Tonight was the check in for this years Rain Gutter Regata with the Cub Scouts. Thomas' entry is a "Military Boat" with a slick camoflage paint job which Thomas painted himself with only a little help. The pressure is on as Thomas took first place for the Wolves last year with a pirate ship.

Unlike the Pine Wood Derby, the rain gutter boat races are about fun -- and the rules are much more relaxed and fun. This is my third year assisting Thomas' pack with this event -- and I love it.

Clark


03.08.04 @ 10:29 PM EST [link] [Karma: 13 (+/-)]