Cubanapolis 500

 

 

Nov. 18, 2013 @ 6pm

Loranger Methodist Church

Welcome Race Fans!!!

 

 

The Car:

 

Scouts need a cardboard box that is big enough for him to stand up inside and carry. It can have an open top, or cut-out holes for arms and head. Cars should ideally be between 24”and 36” long, about 12” high and between 12” and 18” wide, but there are no strict rules for car size, so make it as big or small as you like as long as your scout can wear it.

**Keep in mind that the cars will likely end up damaged (if not completely destroyed) by the time the race is over.
 
The Race:

The race consists of 4 laps around a designated course.

The first pit stop is “cleaning the windshield.”  The pit crew has to wipe off the driver's face/goggles.

The second pit stop is “refueling.” The Cub Scout must drink a small cup of water through a straw.

The third pit stop is “tire changing” The Cub Scout’s shoes must be taken off, his socks must be changed from one foot to the other, and his shoes be put back on. Scouts must wear tennis shoes. No slip-on shoes allowed to make it fair for all scouts!!

Each scout must have a pit crew consisting of 1 or 2 family members or adult friends.

Races will be grouped by dens.

Boys can wear goggles but they are not required.

Races will be in heats of  3 boys at a time

The winner of each race is the first to cross the finish line (the scout, not the car!)

This is a friendly competitive race so that all scouts will have a good time. As with all cub scout events good sportsmanship is expected.

No "bumper cars" or "crashing".....there should be no physical contact with another driver!! Please keep it safe and fun for all!!!

How to Build Your "Cub-Anapolis" Car

• Pick the right size cardboard box to fit the scout.

Normally a box that is 12"-18" wide, 12" high and 24"-36" long. (A copy paper box is great.)
Body of car must be constructed of cardboard.
Use a box that fits around the boy without being either too snug or too loose.

• No metal or glass materials may be used.
• Cut out the top and the bottom of the box so the scout can stand in the box and pick it up to his waist.
• Leave about 2" of the top and bottom at each end to strengthen the box.
• Make 4 wheels for the car.

• Assemble car with glue or tape. Please assemble the car in a manner to be safe for the scout.
• Each scout will need to decorate the box to look like a race car. (BE CREATIVE) Construction paper, paint, tape, aluminum foil and markers are all great things to have on hand to spur creativity. Colored paper plates make great wheels. Be sure no dangerous materials (such as glass or metal) are used. Please see pictures for some ideas!!