The Bucktail Council Pinewood Derby is revving up for an exciting day of racing, competition, and fun! Set to take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at DuBois Central Catholic School, this annual event brings together the top Cub Scout racers from across the council to showcase their handcrafted pinewood cars and compete for top honors.
Who Can Compete?
The Pinewood Derby is a highlight of the Cub Scout program, and only the fastest racers from each pack earn the chance to compete at the council level. The top three finishers from each den—Lions, Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos, and Arrow of Light—from their local Pack’s Pinewood Derby are eligible to race in the Council Derby.
Event Registration
Registration for the Bucktail Council Pinewood Derby opens on Friday, March 7, 2025, at midnight. Families should ensure they register promptly to secure their Scout’s spot in the race.
Register here: https://scoutingevent.com/509-PWD
Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email with important event details, including the race schedule.
Race Day Details
To ensure a smooth and exciting event, the Bucktail Council Pinewood Derby will feature staggered start times for each den. This means racers will have designated check-in and race times, reducing congestion and allowing families to fully enjoy the experience.
The exact event schedule will be provided in two ways:
With your registration confirmation when signing up for the Council Derby.
Via email during the week leading up to the event.
Scouts and families should keep an eye out for this important information to ensure they arrive on time and ready to race!
Get Ready for the Excitement!
The Bucktail Council Pinewood Derby isn’t just about speed—it’s about creativity, sportsmanship, and Cub Scout spirit. Whether Scouts aim for the fastest car, the most creative design, or simply a fun day with friends, this event is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Mark your calendars for March 15, 2025, and get ready to race your way to victory at DuBois Central Catholic School!
For additional information, stay tuned for updates from Bucktail Council or check with your local Pack leadership.
Good luck to all our racers! May the best car win!
The Elk County Chapter Whitetails Night Out is set to be an unforgettable evening filled with great food, exciting raffles, and support for wildlife conservation! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 22, 2025, and join us at The Royal Inn (17089 Boot Jack Road, Rt. 219, Ridgway, PA) for this special event benefiting Whitetails Unlimited’s conservation efforts.
This event isn’t just about celebrating our passion for hunting and the great outdoors—it’s also about giving back to the community. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Camp Mountain Run, helping provide Scouts with incredible outdoor experiences and fostering future conservationists.
Supporting Conservation & Outdoor Adventures
Whitetails Unlimited has been a leader in deer conservation, with its Grassroots Program funding over $135.6 million in conservation projects. Your participation in Whitetails Night Out directly supports these efforts while also enhancing outdoor programs at Camp Mountain Run—a vital resource for local youth to learn outdoor skills, leadership, and environmental stewardship.
Get Your Tickets & Win Big!
Secure your tickets early for a chance to win a Gun of the Day!
Ticket Options
Become a Table Captain!
Gather your friends and purchase tickets for 8 or more to become a Table Captain, earning:
Reserved seating under your name Entry into a Table Captain-Only Gun Drawing Special recognition as a WTU VIP guest
Big Rut Corporate Table Sponsor – $900
Corporate sponsors receive:
8 event tickets (one membership per household) Big Rut Rifle of the Day Entry into the Sponsor-Only Gun Drawing Reserved seating and VIP recognition
General Raffle Trophy Package – $100
Boost your chances to win with:
132 General Raffle Tickets 12 Bonus Gun Raffle Tickets
Buy before the event to receive the full package! (Purchasing at the event reduces ticket amounts.)
Join Us for a Night of Fun and Giving Back!
Whether you’re coming for the raffles, the camaraderie, or to support conservation, the Elk County Chapter Whitetails Night Out promises to be an exciting evening for a great cause. Your participation not only supports wildlife conservation but also helps Camp Mountain Run continue providing exceptional outdoor experiences for Scouts.
Don’t miss out—get your tickets today!
For more details and to purchase tickets, visit Whitetails Unlimited Page.
See you at The Royal Inn on March 22, 2025!
We are excited to be able to provide these video resources to our new and experienced den leaders. We are thankful for several local councils that put these videos together! Below are two links. One is linked to an orientation video for den leaders to show them how to use these videos. The other is a link to the video resources and Scoutbook resources.
Scouting gives young people the opportunity to explore a world beyond the boundaries of everyday life. It presents them with chances to try new things, provide service to others, build self-confidence and develop leadership skills. These experiences help Scouts while they are young, and stay with them throughout their adult lives, helping them to grow into exceptional men and women who respect their families, communities, religions, countries and themselves and are Prepared. For Life.
Packs, Troops, Crews and others may now opt to send their trading post orders for badges, books, advancements, etc. to Bucktail Council Trading Post. This will allow us to have orders ready for you before you arrive to pick them up.
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