Boy Pioneers

Updated 03/24/2008

General Information

The meetings are scheduled to be divided into three parts:

1. Core Pioneer skills training

2. Non core training, for example, how a computer works or a science demonstration.

3. Projects and / or games

The 7th and 8th graders will meet on a different day of the month for their activities. Please watch the calendars, especially the master calendar on the St. John's website for the most up to date information.

Pinewood Derby

St. John's Rules:

	The Pinewood Derby car kits MUST be purchased from the Boy Pioneers. The cars cost $3.00 and are available in the school office. For questions please contact your leader. Cars must be new every year.
	The rules included with the car kits have to be followed. *Cars will be disqualified if the rules are violated. Lubrication is allowed, but can't be done during the races.*
	The cars will be kept at school overnight. Your car will be available for the race on Tuesday evening. No further lubrication or modifying is allowed once impounded.
	Please follow all rules.
	The 2008 Pinewood Derby will be held on Sunday, April 20, 2008.

You can help

The Boy Pioneers (1st through 8th grades) are looking for help from the congregation in the following manner:

We need more leaders. Currently there are 5 leaders for 8 grade levels.

Teach 1 subject, or more if you are willing.

Topics may include, but are not limited to;
Compass training
Flag etiquette
Fire safety
Christian Leadership and Citizenship
Water safety
Knot tying and their uses for various knots
Bicycle Safety and Maintenance
Mapping and Measuring
Pinewood Derby

Do you have a hobby, or skill, that you would like to share with the boys?

Could you plan or organize an event?

You can volunteer as an individual or a committee for any of these opportunities. Please contact Tony Konkol if interested.