Don't miss the Ohio State Fair in 2010 as the Boy Scouts of America celebrates its 100th Anniversary.  This year's Scout Fair booth features new and exciting activities, competitions and displays.  Each day, the Scout Fair Booth has a Scouting theme and will showcase Scouting in new and exciting ways.  Check out the schedule below and details on entering the competitions.  Some are day-of competitions and others you must pre-register for.  There is something for everyone from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts to Venturers, and adults to the public!

We are also looking for Scouting units and families to volunteer at the Scout Fair Booth.  We are looking for Scouts to participate in the daily parade and run activities and events at the booth.  Scouts can volunteer as individuals if they are 14 years and older.  Entire Scout units can also participate (Cub, Boy Scout and Venturing).

Volunteer Here (for ALL Councils in Ohio):

Individual/Family Registration Form | Unit Registration Form

July 29: Popcorn Eating Contest - Register                              

Summary: Youth and adults will compete against their peers to see who can eat a bowl of popcorn the fastest.

Participation: Public participation encouraged; participants will compete in their age category (Youth 10-13; Youth 14-17; and Adults 18+)

Register: Sign up available at the Boy Scout exhibit July 29, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Event: Competition begins at 2 p.m.

July 29: Dutch Oven Cooking Contest - Register

Summary: Registered Scouts will compete in Dutch Oven cooking contests in various categories.  Cooking   demonstrations will take place during the cook-off. 

Participation:  The public is encouraged to participate in the Cooking Contest as judges.  There will be public judging for the best dishes prepared by Scouts.

Register:  Registered Troops of the Boy Scouts of America can participate in the Dutch Oven Cooking Contest by registering HERE

Event: Competitions will take place at 11a.m. and 4p.m.

July 31: Photo Contest - Enter

Summary: Visitors to the Boy Scouts exhibit will select by popular vote the best photos in each category.

Participation: Youth and adults must be Ohio residents and registered with the Boy Scouts of America.

Register: Photos must be submitted via the Simon Kenton Council web site by July 1, 2010

Event: Photos will be displayed on July 31; public voting will take place between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

August 1: Flag Retirement Collection - Register

Summary:  Scouts and Scout leaders will hold a flag collection at the Cardinal entrance to the Fair and at the Scout Booth to have them properly retired.  Materials to educate the public on proper flag retirements will be available.

Participation: Youth and adults must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America to officially participate.  Public viewing will be allowed.

Register: Scouts and Scout leaders interested in participating must register before 11am on August 1, 2010 at the Scout Booth or HERE

Event: Flag Retirement location and time will be determined. 

August 2: Eagle Project of the Year Competition - Register

Summary: Ohio Eagle Scouts will have the opportunity to display their Eagle projects at the Scout Booth.  Best Eagle Project will be held to a public vote throughout the day.

Participation: Open to Scout who earned their Eagle from the State of Ohio within the last two years.

Register: Eagle Scouts can submit their project descriptions to Simon Kenton Council by July 1, 2010 HERE.  Displays will need to be created by the Scouts who are chosen to be represented.

Event: Projects will be displayed on August 2; public voting will take place from 8a.m.-6p.m.

 August 7: Pinewood Derby Race - Register

Summary: Youth and adults will race their Pinewood Derby cars against their peers in a single-elimination competition.

Participation: Public participation is encouraged; advance registration is REQUIRED.

Register: Registration will be accepted HERE until all available spots are filled in each categry.

Event: 48 competitors will be accepted for the following age groups: Incoming first graders, Incoming second graders, Incoming third graders, Incoming 4-5th graders, 6th grade-12th grades, adults.  Competition is open to both boys and girls.

Rules:   Official rules are those found on the Official BSA Pinewood Derby Car Kit available at the Scout Shop.  Official BSA Pinewood Derby car kits must be used.

August 7: 100th Anniversary Pinewood Derby Car Decorating Contest

Summary: Public voting will determine the best decorated Council-sponsored Pinewood Derby Car.

Participation: Registered Scouts only, public voting

Register: Scouts should submit their 100th Anniversary-themed Pinewood Derby Cars to their home Council office by June 30, 2010. Each Council will select one car to submit for the Ohio State Fair display. 

Simon Kenton Council Submission Guidelines | Submit (for Simon Kenton Council only)

Event: Cars will be displayed July 28-August 8. Public voting for “Best in Show” will take place on August 7 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Rules: Cars must be built from regulation BSA Pinewood Derby Car kits.  They do not need to be raceable.

 August 8: Merit Badge and Belt Loop Clinics

Summary: Registered Scouts may complete select components of merit badge and belt loop requirements, under the guidance of registered volunteer advisors.

Participation:  Open to current registered Scouts.  The Public may participate in activities as Scouts earn their advancements

Register: No pre-registration is required.

Event: Clinic will take place throughout the day on Aug. 8.  Signs will be posted with specific times for various achievements.