What is the Pinewood Derby?

The Pinewood Derby is a race event of wooden cars created by Scouts. Pack 548 holds this event every year for the pack and there are different categories that a Scouts car can win.

Scouts begin by choosing a car design, then carve it out and detail it with paint, decals and other accessories, and lastly, perfect strategies to compete in the pack's Pinewood Derby®. It's a wonderful learning experience centered on teamwork, ingenuity, and sportsmanship.

Cub Scouts have been building and racing Pinewood Derby® cars since 1953. Partnering with a parent or adult mentor, Cub Scouts work together, strengthening bonds and building confidence – and their own custom race cars!