

The West Tennessee Area Council is excited to partner again with Trail’s End for our 2026 Popcorn Sale!
This fundraiser helps support Scouting at every level — from Packs and Troops to Council-wide programs — while giving Scouts the chance to fund their own adventures.

Why Trail's End?
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Mobile-Friendly Tools – Manage sales, rewards, and reports in one place.
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Trail’s End App – Every Scout sells with their own account and app — no paperwork needed.
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Tap-to-Pay & Credit Cards – Safe, secure payments with no fees to units.
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Higher Earnings – Units and Scouts across the country are setting records:
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$10,000+ average unit earnings
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$2,200+ average Scout sales
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Scout Rewards – Earn up to 10% back in gift cards with no cap.
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Unmatched Training – In-app sales tips help Scouts succeed.

Key Dates
July
July 28 Council Kickoff at Rockabillys Stadium
August
Aug 20 All Unit Show & Sell Orders Due
September
Sep 2 - 3 Show & Sell Popcorn Distribution
Sep 24 Unit 2nd Order Replenishment Due
October
Oct 7 - 8 2nd Show & Sell Popcorn Distribution
Oct 30 Show & Sell Returns & Money Due
November
Nov 2 Unit Take Orders Due
Nov 18 - 19 Take Order Popcorn Distribution
December
Dec 8 All Money Due/End of Sale



Next Steps for Units
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Hold a Unit Kick-Off – Get families set up with the Trail’s End app and selling accounts.
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Set a Unit Goal – Extra commission if you reach it!
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Add Your Unit’s Bank Account – Trail’s End pays units directly, reducing cash handling.
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Place Your Show & Sell Order – Step-by-step instructions here.
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If you need extra order forms or leader guides, visit the Council Office.


Ordering Instructions
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Log into your Trail’s End Dashboard.
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Go to Popcorn Orders.
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Click Create New Order.
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Select Choose Delivery → Show & Sell.
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Enter the dollar amount and click Auto Populate Order.
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Adjust quantities as needed.
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Review the Final Unit Order column.
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Save as draft or Submit for Council approval.
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Watch for your approval email & invoice.
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Important: Invoices are owed to West Tennessee Area Council, not Trail’s End. Credits from online sales and credit card payments will apply automatically.



Resources
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Trail’s End Support – support.trails-end.com
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Council Kick-Off Materials – View slides & resources here.
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Need Help? – Contact Tessa.O'Brien@scouting.org or the Council Service Center (731) 668-3787.

