What is a recycle regatta?
A RECYCLE REGATTA is a fun event where kids race boats of their own creation using only recycled materials found at home. It allows for more tinkering and creativity. The race will be laid-back and great way for everyone to have fun.
Anyone can make a boat. Parental help is welcome.
Boats should be made from recyclable materials. See specifications below.
A straw will be provided at the race and will be used to blow on the sail of the boat down the track. Hands cannot touch the boat, unless the boat has tipped or sunk.
If the boat has tipped or sunk, it may be righted in the same spot it tipped over, not ahead.
The Cub Scout Motto is “Do Your Best”. Have fun! Enjoy the spirit of friendly competition and good sportsmanship with your peers.
BOAT SPECIFICATIONS
➢ Length: No longer than 8” max
➢ Width: Less than 3-1/2” wide
➢ Mast Height: 6” to 7” (max) from deck to top. Deck is the flat part of the boat where mast is attached. Install 2 to 2-1/2” from front of boat. Use epoxy or hot glue.
➢ Max depth (how far underwater): 1-1/2”
➢ Sail: Must not extend beyond overall 3-1/2”. Recommend glueing sail to the mast.
➢ BE SURE TO PUT YOUR NAME ON THE BOAT. And feel free to give your boat a name.
➢ Test your boat out in water to make sure it floats!
Material Ideas
Hulls: Juice boxes, slabs of foam insulation, 8oz water bottles, 20oz soda bottles, capri sun pouches
Masts: Straws, skewers, small dowels, pencils
Sails: Construction paper, index cards, cereal boxes, chip bags, capri sun pouches
Need boat design ideas? Check out this Pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/inneedofmercy/recycle-raingutter-regatta/
RACE RULES
Boats will be raced against other boats in the same grade level powered by the builder’s own breath through a provided straw. The first boat to touch the other end of the gutter at the end wins the race. If race official determines a tie, the two boats will race again. Top boat in each grade level will face off to determine Overall Winner.