The RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center reverberated with the sounds of wheels and cheers from the audience Saturday, when Cub Scouts gathered to compete in the Pinewood Derby.
“I think it is a great way for all (Cub Scouts) packs to come together,” said Peoria Heights resident Audrey Miller, whose son Quinn Miller and stepson David Dellit, both 11, participated.
A total of 71 participants from the W.D. Boyce Council’s Heartland District — Fulton, Marshall and Peoria counties — raced miniature cars they constructed themselves, with help from their parents.
The cars are made from blocks of wood, with plastic wheels and metal axles.
Brian Foster, a Heartland District activity committee member, said the event takes about four months of preparation for participants.
The race cars have to abide by certain specifications.
Scott Snedden, 10, of Princeville was awarded the fastest-car title Saturday.
For Snedden, the race was exciting. He built his car from scratch by cutting a block of wood, setting the wheels and axles, and painting and designing it with stickers.
For his mother, Theresa Snedden, the race is about having fun.
“This is his final year in scouting,’’ she said, “so this (the award) makes it special.”
Another Boyce Council district, Wotamalo, held its race Saturday in Pekin. The Wotamalo District consists of Cub Scouts in Logan, Mason, Tazewell and Woodford counties.
Riya V. Anandwala can be reached at686-3194 or [email protected].
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