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Thank you for your willingness to serve by hosting an activity during our Worthy Derby! These activity stations are a vital part of making the day fun, welcoming, and well‑run, especially during times when participants are waiting for their next race. Whether you are a Trail Life Troopmaster or an American Heritage Girls Troop Coordinator, your participation helps create an engaging, family‑friendly atmosphere that reflects our shared values of character, creativity, and community.
Each activity listed below is designed to be flexible, easy to manage, and scalable based on the number of participants and volunteers you have available. Please click the title to expand and review the descriptions and material needs, then sign up to host an activity using the link at the bottom of the page. We are grateful for your leadership and partnership!
Design Your Dream Derby Car
This station invites kids to imagine and design the ultimate Pinewood or LEGO Derby car using paper templates. It’s a calm, creative option that works especially well for younger children and provides a great visual display when finished designs are posted on a wall or table. There is no competition required, though optional recognition can be given for creativity.
Materials Needed
Printed car outline templates
Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
Stickers (numbers, flames, flags, etc.)
Table coverings and tape for display
LEGO Brick Derby Free Build
Participants build their own LEGO cars using loose bricks, focusing on creativity rather than racing performance. Leaders may optionally introduce simple challenges such as “most creative,” “best theme,” or “best use of color.” This station is ideal for a wide age range and encourages problem‑solving and imagination.
Materials Needed
HUGE assortment of LEGO bricks
Flat building plates (optional)
Small signs with optional build challenges
Bins for sorting bricks
Balloon‑Powered Car Races
Kids build simple balloon‑powered cars and race them along a short, designated course. This is a high‑interest STEM activity that demonstrates basic principles of motion and propulsion.
Materials Needed
Balloons
Drinking straws
String or fishing line
Tape
Lightweight car bases (cardboard or foam)
Cones to mark the race lane
Pit Crew Challenge
This hands‑on station lets kids experience the role of a pit crew by completing timed or untimed mechanical tasks. Activities can include tightening bolts, aligning mock wheels, or weighing a block to a target weight. It emphasizes teamwork, focus, and mechanical skills.
Materials Needed
Wooden blocks or practice cars
Washers, bolts, and dowels
Small wrenches or screwdrivers
Digital or balance scale
Timer (optional)
Hot Wheels Track Zone
A casual play area where kids can race toy cars on plastic tracks or ramps. This station is purely for fun and should be clearly marked as separate from the official Pinewood Derby races to avoid confusion.
Materials Needed
Hot Wheels or Matchbox cars
Plastic track pieces or ramps
Tables or floor mats
Boundary tape or signage
Car Coloring Station
A simple, low‑prep station offering racing‑themed coloring pages. This is ideal for younger siblings and provides a calm alternative to high‑energy activities.
Materials Needed
Printed coloring pages
Crayons or colored pencils
Table coverings
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The ideas above are just suggestions! If you have another idea, tell us about it using the form below!
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