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Post by Smokinjoesracing on Feb 25, 2006 18:42:48 GMT -6
Today I took one of our pack's tracks to a Cub race in our economically disadvantaged part of the city. These packs are in our District and can not afford the cost of owning their own tracks. Each Pack (about 10) was able to hold their own race. They each will now send 4 to our District and Council races. For added fun we then held races for all the Tiger, Wolves, Bears and Weblos as well as an overall Sub-District Championship. The kids had a great time. They were extreemly well behaved something their respective packs should be proud of. They were also gracious hosts and at no loss for volunteers. If you know of a similar situation in your town contact your District executive to see if your pack can help. It is a very rewarding experiance. Come March 11th I'll have to wear a different hat. That's our District race and they will all be part of the guys for my son to beat. You know who I want to win...but hey I'll also be pulling for these guys to do well.
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Post by wheeler on Feb 25, 2006 19:17:21 GMT -6
Good job Smokin, I'm sure it was rewarding.
Fred
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Post by slkrnsntracing on Feb 26, 2006 13:34:42 GMT -6
Great job Smokin',
That's what it is all about, helping kids.
I know that if there was a kid in your pack who didn't have anyone to help him with his car, you and several others would jump in and help him. I also believe this would hold true in about every pack.
I'd guess that most of the ebay cars are sold to people either with the ability or the help available to build their own cars.
In an earlier post someone asked how they could explain to their kid that they couldn't afford $150 for a fast car. I'm not sure I know the answer to that question, but I know that I sure wouldn't want to have to explain to my kid why I bought him a car instead of helping him (or finding someone to help him) build his own.
Way to go!
Phil
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Post by Smokinjoesracing on Feb 26, 2006 14:47:10 GMT -6
Thanks Fred... Right you are Phil...Everyone from this board has "Used" equipment they can give someone. My buddy's Kid came in 2nd in the Den and 4th overall with some recycled wheels, axles and weights I gave him. That sheet of instructions didn't hurt much either  At the pack practice I was adjusting cars right and left for anyone who asked. One guy questioned my motives till I shaved .1 seconds off of his time with a quick moveable weight adjustment. Don't get me wrong...I always want to win, but it feels just as good helping someone do better. The rewards far outweigh the effort given when it comes to seeing thr joy in a kid's face. |
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Post by patmanruls on Feb 26, 2006 17:40:23 GMT -6
At our Awana race, there was an 8 year old boy that was hanging around me at our "Pit Road" table, where I was fixing cars and adding weights. His mother had volunteered to help assist during the race, yet her son was not in Awana's. He was well mannered and when things slowed down, I asked him if he wanted to build something really quick. He jumped at he opportunity... I pulled a kit out, helped him put the wheels and axles on the car and glued some weights to the tops to bring it up to 5oz. I put some graphite on the wheels and he didn't do so bad. He was very thankful, and actually, I think his mom was more thankful.. I don't have a son, but I enjoyed watching him work on that car... He got some markers and stuff to 'fix' it the way he liked it.... That was enough reward for me the entire night...
Pat
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Post by RAIL HUGGER on Feb 26, 2006 20:16:53 GMT -6
ONE OF MY MOST CHERISHED MEMORIES CAME FROM HELPING A NEIGHBOR KID WITH CEREBAL PALSEY HE WAS 13 AND I WAS 11, MY DAD CUT THE CAR , SCOTTY AND I DID THE REST,WE MADE A SUPER MODIFIED W/ROLL CAGE AND WING. THE CAR WOULD'NT GET OUT OF ITS OWN WAY BUT LOOKED NEAT ENOUGH TO WIN A TROPHY FOR BEST IN SHOW.
I STILL DON'T KNOW IF THAT WAS THE GREATEST NIGHT OF HIS LIFE ,MINE OR MAYBE BOTH.
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Post by Smokinjoesracing on Feb 27, 2006 19:46:33 GMT -6
I love these stories. It reminds us what is important
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At the pack practice I was adjusting cars right and left for anyone who asked. One guy questioned my motives till I shaved .1 seconds off of his time with a quick moveable weight adjustment. Don't get me wrong...I always want to win, but it feels just as good helping someone do better. The rewards far outweigh the effort given when it comes to seeing thr joy in a kid's face. 
