There are many ways to make things go — electricity, fuel, and batteries, to name a few. Did you know that you have the power to make a boat sail in the water or that a car can move using the force of gravity?
Propulsion is what gives an object (such as a plane, car, or boat) the power to move. You will learn different ways to make and propel vehicles. Think about how the shapes of cars, boats, and planes affect the distance they can go. In this Adventure, you’ll explore how you can use the air in your lungs, the force of gravity, and the power of your imagination to make things go.
Safety MomentPrior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved.
All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.
Be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
To assist in the safe delivery of the program you may find specific safety items that are related to requirements for the Adventure.
Before starting this Adventure complete the following:
During the Adventure
Before starting this Adventure, review Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities.
With an adult, build either a Pinewood Derby® car or a Raingutter Regatta™ boat.
Learn the rules of the race for the vehicle chosen in requirement 1.
Identify how you could increase the speed of your chosen vehicle.
Before the race, discuss with your den how you will demonstrate good sportsmanship during the race.
Participate in a Pinewood Derby® or a Raingutter Regatta™.
With an adult, build either a Pinewood Derby® car or a Raingutter Regatta™ boat.
Den or pack provides a build day for Cub Scouts.
Den or pack provides a build day for Cub Scouts.
Learn the rules of the race for the vehicle chosen in requirement 1.
Choose one of the following:
Cub Scouts complete a crossword puzzle to learn the Pinewood Derby® rules.
Cub Scouts complete a crossword puzzle to learn the Raingutter Regatta™ rules.
Identify how you could increase the speed of your chosen vehicle.
Cub Scouts identify three ways to make Raingutter Regatta™ boats faster.
Cub Scouts identify three ways to make their Pinewood Derby® cars faster.
Before the race, discuss with your den how you will demonstrate good sportsmanship during the race.
Cub Scouts learn how to have good sportsmanship at their racing event.
Participate in a Pinewood Derby® or a Raingutter Regatta™.
Conduct a Pinewood Derby® car race.
