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March - April 2014

A Newsletter for Royal Ranger Leaders of the Potomac District  Central Section

Derby News Information to Ensure Your Rangers are Ready for Pinewood Derby Page 4

‘Training for the Lord’s Army’

Ranger Kids Field Day

Page 8

Official Pinewood Derby Rules Page 4

Supporting Church Partnerships Strengthen Royal Ranger ministry Page 10

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Light-for-the-Lost Tour Information Page 12

Saturday March 22, 2014 Highway Assembly of God Fredericksburg Registration 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Cost per car registered: Chartered Outposts $8 Non-Chartered Outposts $10

Rangers of all ages and their families are certain to enjoy this exciting pinewood race, one of our most anticipated Ranger events of the year. Plan now to attend and be part of the fun!

Awards will include trophies for 1st thru 5th place for each race class, plus ribbons for best workmanship. Race classes will include: Ranger Kids Discovery Rangers Adventure Rangers Expedition Rangers Commanders Open Class (Parents & Friends) Missionettes/Impact Girls

“Finish Line” Concession Stand Don’t worry about bringing a “soggy” bag lunch! Food and beverages will be available throughout the day during the Pinewood Derby, beginning with coffee and donuts in the morning, hot dogs and BBQ for lunch, and afternoon refreshments.

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Win a Radio-Control Car! As a special bonus prize at our 2014 Pinewood Derby, the Ranger whose car has the fastest single race time during the day will receive a radiocontrol car to race … off track!

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Advance Registration for Pinewood Derby

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ntry forms for our upcoming Central Section Pinewood Derby on Saturday, March 22, are provided below. Copy these entry forms and complete one for each participant from your outpost, and bring them with you to the derby. Having the entry forms completed beforehand will help expedite our registration process for your group the morning of the derby.

2014 CENTRAL SECTION PINEWOOD DERBY ENTRY FORM NAME

‘Race Day’ Approaches

Outpost# Registration Paid (Notation made by race official)

AGE GROUP/RACE CLASS (circle one)

Ranger Kids

Discovery Rangers

(100)

Adventure Rangers

(200)

Expedition Rangers

(300)

Commander

(400)

Missionettes

(500)

Place duplicate sticker with car number here

Open

(600)

(700)

Place sticker with number on car after checking weight.

By now, many commanders in Central Section are busy working with their Rangers on their pinewood derby racers – obtaining car kits, helping boys design, shape and paint, patiently laboring to contain the building excitement!

Pinewood Derby is one of our most looked-forward-to and enjoyable events of the year. We hope you’re planning to bring your Rangers to this year’s race.

Here are some tips and reminders that will help make your experience at Pinewood Derby a positive one …

 Complete derby entry forms in advance. This will help the registration process go more quickly.

2014 CENTRAL SECTION PINEWOOD DERBY ENTRY FORM NAME

 Arrive early. The single-most critical factor that can cause delays in our race day schedule is the late arrival and registration of your Rangers. Race day registration begins at 9 a.m. and is scheduled to end at 10 a.m.

Outpost# Registration Paid (Notation made by race official)

 Refreshments available. For

AGE GROUP/RACE CLASS (circle one)

Ranger Kids

Discovery Rangers

(100)

Expedition Rangers (400) Place duplicate sticker with car number here

Adventure Rangers

(200)

(300)

Commander (500)

Missionettes

Open

(600)

(700)

Place sticker with number on car after checking weight.

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your convenience, a concession stand will be open throughout the day to serve snacks and hot lunch.

 Is your charter up to date? Outposts that are not currently chartered with Potomac District Royal Rangers will be able to participate in the derby, but will have a higher registration fee.

Also, participants from unchartered outposts will not be allowed to compete in Ranger age-group classes; they will race in the Open Class. This applies to leaders, boys and guests.

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Official Rules for the Conduct of Royal Ranger Pinewood Derby Adopted by Central Section Royal Rangers

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Royal Ranger Pinewood Derby Project was started with the intent of having a project that a father and son could work on together and to give the boy with no father at home an opportunity to learn with his father image, leader, or sponsor. Through this project each boy will learn many woodworking skills and good sportsmanship con-ducted in a Christian manner.

Please allow the boy to experience as much of the joy of this project as he can. God bless you and may the best car win.

FORMAT OF COMPETITION 1. All races will start at the specified time and participants must allow time to register their cars prior to race time. The races will be conducted in a multiple elimination format (see Race Procedures).

2. Participants will be charged a registration fee to enter a car in the derby. The fee for participants affiliated with a chartered outpost is $8 per car; the fee for participants affiliated with a non-chartered outpost is $10 per car.

3. Classes include Ranger Kids, Discovery Rangers, Adventure Rangers, Expedition Rangers, Commanders, Missionettes/Impact Girls and Open Class. Only chartered Rangers and Commanders are eligible for the Ranger age-group specific classes.

4. An Open Class is included for parents, family members or friends. The cars in this class must adhere to the same rules as other classes and must be a separate car not racing in any other class. The cost will be the same for this class and all other conditions of racing remain the same.

5. The only pinewood car kits authorized for entries in all race divisions

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(Ranger Kids, Discovery Rangers, Adventure Rangers, Expedition Rangers, Commanders, and Open) are as follows: - Boy Scouts Grand Prix Pinewood Derby Car Kit, Stock #17006. Call tollfree (800) 323-0732 to order direct.

- Gospel Publishing House Pinewood Car Kit, Stock #18-7540. Call toll-free (800) 641-4310 to order.

No wheel substitutions will be allowed; cars made from approved kits must use the wheels provided. No alterations to either wheels or axles provided with approved kits will be permitted.

6. Pinewood entries made from other than approved kits, or that use alternate wheel types, will not be permitted to race.

7. Due to possible schedule conflicts — if a car owner cannot be present to race — a Ranger leader or other designated alternate may race or show a car that is otherwise eligible.

RULES OF CONSTRUCTION 1. The Ranger may have help in building his car (dependent on his age and skill) and it may be shaped by any means desired. It does not have to be whittled. Do not design the car so it has a competitive advantage while sitting in the starting gate.

2. All cars entered in competition must be able to fit on and roll down the track. All cars must meet the following specifications: (a) A car must not be more than 7½” in length, including all attachments. (b) A car must not be more than 2¾” in width, including wheels and axles. (c) A car must not be more than 4” high.

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Revised January 2013

(d) A car must not weigh more than 5 ounces.

3. No part of the car may extend in front of the track starting gatepost.

4. All weights must be inside the car, part of the ornaments, or securely attached to the car. A car can be disqualified if the weights are not securely attached to the car.

5. No bearings or bushings of any type may be used on any car.

6. No metal-to-metal contact is allowed in the wheel assembly.

7. No starting devices (springs, wires, rubber bands, etc.) are allowed on any car. The car must start moving and roll by gravity only; no pushing or blowing will be permitted.

8. You may lubricate the wheels with any lubricant you desire. However, if any lubricant drips or spills on the track from the car it may disqualified.

We expect some graphite to fowl the track, but excessive graphite or dripping oil will cause disqualification.

WORKMANSHIP RULES 1. All cars entered by Royal Rangers at the Pine-wood Derby will automatically be considered for a Workmanship Award. The primary intent of this competition is to recognize workmanship that is specifically that of a Ranger himself.

2. Workmanship will be judged by at least three judges chosen by the Derby Director. The judges will grade cars according to three criteria: originality, workmanship, and general appearance.

Originality - Take into consideration how much creativity went into the

See DERBY RULES, page 4

Gold Medalist David Hannold, an Expedition Ranger with Outpost 361 at Harvest Church of God in Madison, became Central Section’s newest Gold Medal of Achievement recipient during a formal court of honor celebrated on Jan. 18. Rev. Bobby Basham, District Director for Royal Rangers in the Potomac District, officiated the award presentation and here observes David repeat the Gold Medalist pledge prior to receiving his medal, making his the 524th GMA awarded in the Potomac District.

DERBY RULES:

Fair Competition is the Goal

FROM PAGE 3 design of the car. Is the idea or design unique? Ratings: Fair 1-4 points; Good 5-7 points, Excellent 8-10 points.

Workmanship - Take into consideration the Ranger’s skill and craftsmanship; how well the car was cut or carved, sanded, finished, and detailed.

Are there excessive “store-bought parts” or decals that did not require workmanship? Ratings: Fair 1-6 points; Good 7-12 points; Excellent 13-20 points.

General Appearance - Take into consideration the painting of the car and the color scheme if more than one color is used. Ratings 1-20 points as above.

RACE PROCEDURES 1. Each car must be registered at the registration table, inspected, and placed on the display table before scheduled race time. The car will be given a number to expedite the racing activity. The car will be inspected by members of the Derby Staff for weight

and measurements. Scales used by Derby Staff for registering cars will be considered official scales to be used for the event, to provide an equitable standard of measure for all cars.

2. Once a car has completed inspection, no further work or lubrication is allowed without permission of the Derby Director.

3. If, during the race, a car is broken, a contestant may ask the Derby Director for permission to repair the problem only. Do not take advantage of such opportunities to make other adjustments.

4. All races will be run on an elimination basis to determine the fastest cars. The exact method will depend upon the type of track being used and the number of cars racing. The method will be explained by the Derby Director prior to the first heat of the race. To eliminate any possible differences in lanes (or perceived differences), cars will rotate lanes on the track in as orderly a manner as possible.

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5. If either a car or parts of a car leave the track or interfere with another car before the finish line, the race will be declared “no contest,” and the race will be re-run with the cars in the same lanes. If the same car or parts of the car leaves the track or interferes a second time, the offending car will lose that heat.

6. Only a car’s owner, the official starter, and official finish line judges or workmanship judges may handle the car. Handling will not go beyond what is absolutely necessary. While not racing, all cars will be left on the display table until cleared by the Derby Director.

7. All cars and participants must adhere to all the rules and specifications included in this set of official rules or they will be disqualified from the Pinewood Derby. If you have any doubts about a car or an action, see the Derby Director or a Sectional Staff member as soon as possible while we can still deal with the situation without hurting anyone’s feelings.

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CENTRAL SECTION ROYAL RANGERS PARENTAL PERMISSION & MEDICAL RELEASE FORM for 2014 CENTRAL SECTION PINEWOOD DERBY March 22, 2014 Please print or type all information. All signature blocks must be completed.

RANGER’S NAME

BIRTHDATE

STREET ADDRESS

OUTPOST PHONE

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

PARENTAL/GUARDIAN PERMISSION I hereby authorize my son (named above) to attend Central Section’s 2014 Pinewood Derby at Highway Assembly of God in Fredericksburg, VA on March 22, 2014. I give my permission for my son to be transported to and from Highway A/G in order to participate in the event. I understand that adequate preparations for my son’s safety have been made and that there will be emergency first aid provisions on location. In the event of any accidents, I will not hold the local church or its leaders, nor the Potomac District responsible.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

DATE

AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT I do hereby give my consent for any licensed physician, dentist, or emergency personnel to administer treatment deemed necessary for the physical health and well-being of my son while participating in the Royal Ranger-sponsored event specified herein.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

DATE

HOME PHONE

WORK PHONE

FAMILY PHYSICIAN

PHONE

CHILD’S MEDICAL HISTORY Is your child in good health?

(

)

Yes

(

)

No

List any allergies: List any physical impairments: Specify any medications that must be administered: Date of last Tetanus shot: List any special instructions needed to properly care for your child:

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Inviting all Ranger Kids & Families …

Central Section Royal Rangers

‘Training for The Lord’s Army’ Ranger Kids Field Day Saturday, April 26, 2014 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lake Arrowhead Park, Luray, Va. Plan now to join us for a tailor-made day outing for our Ranger Kids at beautiful Lake Arrowhead Park in Luray, Va. Activities for our Ranger Kids will include:  Hiking  Relay Races  Lunch (included)

 Scavenger Hunt  Tug-o-War  Bible Story

 Craft  Target Games  Sing Along

Cost: $5 for all attendees (Ranger Kids, leaders, family members & guests) Ranger Kids attending can apply this event toward earning their Day Camp achievement patch. Requirements for earning the patch include:  Attend a day camp.  Invite a friend to the camp.  Complete all crafts & projects at the camp.  Help the commander set up or clean up at the camp.

DIRECTIONS: From town of Luray, from Business Rt. 211, take Rt. 667 (Dry Run Rd.), turn right on Rt. 611 (Brookstone Rd.), turn left on Rt. 669 (Valleyburg Rd.) to the park.

From Rt. 211 through Shenandoah National Park, turn onto Rt. 669 (Jewell Hollow Rd.), continue straight on Jewell Hollow Rd. at the first intersection, follow to the park.

We will be at the Town of Luray shelter.

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CENTRAL SECTION ROYAL RANGERS PARENTAL PERMISSION & MEDICAL RELEASE FORM for 2014 RANGER KIDS FIELD DAY April 26, 2014 Please print or type all information. All signature blocks must be completed.

RANGER’S NAME

BIRTHDATE

STREET ADDRESS

OUTPOST PHONE

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

PARENTAL/GUARDIAN PERMISSION I hereby authorize my son (named above) to attend Central Section’s 2014 Ranger Kids Field Day at Lake Arrowhead Park in Luray, Va., on Saturday, April 26, 2014. I give my permission for my son to be transported to and from the event site in order to participate in the event. I understand that adequate preparations for my son’s safety have been made and that there will be emergency first aid provisions on location. In the event of any accidents, I will not hold the local church or its leaders, nor the Potomac District responsible.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

DATE

AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT I do hereby give my consent for any licensed physician, dentist, or emergency personnel to administer treatment deemed necessary for the physical health and well-being of my son while participating in the Royal Ranger-sponsored event specified herein.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

DATE

HOME PHONE

WORK PHONE

FAMILY PHYSICIAN

PHONE

CHILD’S MEDICAL HISTORY Is your child in good health?

(

)

Yes

(

)

No

List any allergies: List any physical impairments: Specify any medications that must be administered: Date of last Tetanus shot: List any special instructions needed to properly care for your child:

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Will Your Church Consider a ‘Supporting Church’ Partnership with Central Section Royal Rangers for 2014?

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or the past several years, churches throughout our region have been invited to support Royal Ranger ministry at the sectional level as a “Supporting Church. And the response by a number of congregations has gone a long way to directly impact the level of ministry that Central Section Royal Rangers has been able to provide to all outposts.

Letters inviting churches to consider becoming a “Supporting Church” for the year 2014 have been mailed to pastors for their consideration. Commanders are asked to follow up with their pastors to ensure they have received the information. In the event they did not receive a letter, we are providing our Ranger leaders with the background here, as well as a copy of the 2014 Supporting Church Application in this edition of The Scribe (see page 9).

Royal Ranger ministry in our region continues to impact youth

for Jesus Christ. Each year, we see dozens of boys respond for salvation and other needs during powerful council fire services at our sectional Pow Wows. Through devotionals presented at other sectional Ranger events, we have seen additional salvations and prayer responses. Additionally, we continue to work year round to assist Ranger leaders throughout Central Section through training and other support programs to equip them to minister effectively in the local church.

Over the past few years, gifts from Supporting Churches have made it possible for us to assist Royal Ranger ministry in a variety of ways:  We have provided rebates to churches for their Royal Ranger chartering fees.  We have offered scholarships to Rangers to attend sectional events.  We have provided materials to

JOIN US FOR OUR LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE Our next sectional staff meeting and commanders’ roundtable will be held on Saturday, April 12, at 9 a.m. at Greatest Freedom Ministries church in Harrisonburg.

All Ranger leaders in the section are welcome to attend. We will discuss plans for upcoming sectional events. We will also provide you with resource material and information that will help you in your outpost.

There is no cost to attend. Morning and afternoon refreshments and lunch will be provided. We will accept donations to help with the expense.

The church is located 3004 Twin Oaks Dr. in Harrisonburg. From I-81 the city, take exit 247 for Rt. 33 west (East Market St.) to right turn on Rt. 42 (N. High St.) and follow approximately 3 miles to right on Twin Oaks Dr.

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help churches establish a Royal Ranger ministry.  We have been able to purchase equipment and supplies needed to support Rangers events.

We receive no other regular outside support; any activities we offer are funded through fees paid by the boys or through donations.

The help of our Supporting Churches makes it possible for us to offer a unique Christian ministry in your community and throughout our region that will inspire and challenge boys spiritually, mentally, physically and socially.

Outpost leaders throughout Central Section are encouraged to alert their pastors to this opportunity to partner with Central Section Royal Rangers for 2014. All contributions are tax deductible and will help us enhance ministry opportunities for our Rangers who will participate in sectional activities.

Central Section Royal Rangers SUPPORTING CHURCH APPLICATION For the Year 2014 Name of Church: Address: City:

State:

Zip Code:

Pastor: Please check the appropriate boxes below: Our church will make a general contribution for the year 2014 in the amount of: $500

$300

$100

Other $

Our church will make this contribution over the year according to the following schedule: Monthly

Quarterly

Payment in Full

Supporting Churches will receive vouchers for free registration at the 2014 Central Section Pow Wow: one voucher for a minimum donation of $150, two vouchers for a $300 donation, and up to three vouchers for a donation of $450 or more. In addition, supporting churches will receive an appreciation certificate and sponsor recognition in sectional Royal Ranger publications.

Checks should be made payable to “Central Section Royal Rangers” and mailed with this application to: Central Section Royal Rangers 11042 Settletown Pl. Rixeyville, VA 22737

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Light for the Lost Banquet supports Global Missions Merit requirement

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ll outposts are invited to attend one of the banquets scheduled in this year’s Light for the Lost Tour through the Potomac District.

Two separate events are scheduled in Central Section on Friday, April 11. A luncheon at the Golden Corral restaurant in Harrisonburg is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., and a dinner will be hosted by Hazel River Assembly of God in Rixeyville at 7 p.m.

Both programs will start with a meal, followed by a special program with guest speakers Rick Caswell and Rev. Bobby Basham, director of men’s ministries for Potomac District.

Commanders who plan to attend with their Rangers are asked to make reservations with the host church or event point of contact at least 10 days prior to the event.

Leaders can call Rev. Brian Gillispie at (540) 896-4235 for the luncheon at Golden Corral, or Hazel River A/G at (540) 937-6041 for the evening banquet.

At each event, opportunities to contribute to ongoing Light for the Lost projects will be presented.

Faith promises made by outposts and churches that are funneled through the district’s Royal Ranger office are directly distributed to Royal Ranger missions activities specifically, such as efforts by Royal Rangers International to support Ranger ministries around the world.

Commanders, also keep in mind that attendance at a Light for the Lost banquet satisfies one requirement for your Rangers to earn the Global Missions Merit. Please make every effort to attend with your boys and ensure they have an opportunity to complete this requirement.

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>> Light for the Lost 2014 Tour Guest Speakers: Rick Caswell & Rev. Bobby Basham Central Section West April 11 Golden Corral, Harrisonburg, VA

11:30 AM

Call 540-896-4235 for reservations

Central Section East April 11 Hazel River AG, Rixeyville, VA

7:00 PM

Call 540-937-6041 for reservations

Light for the Lost and Gold Medal of Achievement requirements A Ranger who is now working on his GMA must attend two District LFTL events. Since some sections are now having luncheons instead of an evening banquet, we have come up with a few options.

Rangers can either: 

Attend two LFTL events (these usually take place in April each year), or

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Attend one LFTL event and either a Saturday working on one of our “Extreme Church Makeover Projects” (three projects are scheduled this year) or a mission service at a local church.

A Ranger must complete a total of two events. If the LFTL event in your section doesn’t work and one in a different section does, feel free to attend that event.

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CENTRAL SECTION STAFF March 1 Leadership Training Academy

Sectional Commander Ken O’Maley ...................................(540) 937-6139 Email: kenomaley@aol.com

March 22 Pinewood Derby

Skyline Area Commander ...........................(Vacant)

April 4-6 FCF Spring Trace

Shenandoah Area Commander Tony Wilson ....................................(540) 856-8423 Email: royalrangergfm369@gmail.com

April 11 Light-for-the-Lost Tour

Allegheny Area Commander .......................(Vacant)

April 12 Sectional Leadership Roundtable April 26 Ranger Kids Field Day May 15-18 Central Section Pow Wow June 21 Adventure/Expedition Ranger Event July 14-18 National FCF Rendezvous July 19 Sectional Leadership Roundtable August 10-13 Junior Leadership Training Academy August 14-17 Potomac District Pow Wow September 5-6 Leadership Training Academy September 13 Discovery Ranger Event September 26-28 FCF Fall Trace October 11 Sectional Leadership Roundtable

Piedmont Area Commander Julius Williamson ...........................(540) 948-4347 Email: jwilliamson@rrcsb.org Highland Area Commander ....................... (Vacant) Rappahannock Area Commander Gary Wagner ..................................(540) 898-7415 Email: garywagner54@aol.com Training Coordinator .................................. (Vacant) Ranger Kids Coordinator Keith Meeder ................................ (540) 635-1906 Email: linden.meeder@hotmail.com Discovery Rangers Coordinator Dan Pignaloso .................................(540) 720-0144 Email: danpigna@yahoo.com Adventure/Expedition Rangers Coordinator Kyle Llewellyn .................................(571) 438-5210 Email: kllewellyn81@gmail.com Public Relations Coordinator Gary Wagner ................................. (540) 898-7415 Email: garywagner54@aol.com Boys’ Representative Isaiah Padgett ............................... (540) 899-2986

CENTRAL SECTION ROYAL RANGERS 11042 Settletown Pl., Rixeyville, VA 22737 Phone: (540) 937-6139 Email: kenomaley@aol.com

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