The registration for this event closes on March 28, 2026

Did you build a cool Pinewood Derby car this year?
Is it Fast? Does it look Cool, Sporty, Funny, or Fast? Is it a work of Art?

Cub Scouts: Bring your fast, creative, or cool cars and have fun at the District Derby at the coolest location EVER!

All Cub Scouts and their families from all districts surrounding the Scenic Trails District are welcome.

When: April 11, 2026

Who: All Cub Scouts who built a car this year.

Where: US Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, 1175 Airport Access Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

Registration and Check-In are staggered by age groups:

Webelos (4th & 5th Graders) Check-In at 8:30 AM and their Race will begin at 9:00 AM
Bears (3rd Graders) Check-In at 9:30 AM, and their Race will begin at 10:00 AM
Wolves (2nd Graders) Check-In at 10:30 AM, and their Race will begin at 11:00 AM
Tigers (1st Graders) Check-In at 11:30 AM, and their Race will begin at 12:00 PM
Lions (Kindergartens) Check-In at 12:30 PM, and their Race will begin at 1:00 PM

Grand Champion Race will follow the conclusion of all Den races.

Please register all attending Racers, Parents, Siblings, and all family members joining you for the Scouts race. The Coast Guard requires us to have an accurate list of those visiting the Station. All adults must present a photo ID upon entering the station gate.

Registered racers will be provided lunch. Concessions will also be available for purchasing snacks or lunch while you are at the race.

INTENT – The purpose of this event is for the Cub Scouts to race a wooden car, promoting craftsmanship and good sportsmanship through competition, and to have FUN! The Scout should do as much of the work as is appropriate for their age; each year, they should do more than the previous year. Buying premade parts is not the goal of this event! Each scout is expected to build a new car each year.

A full set of Derby Rules and Regulations can be found here.