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Learning with Popcorn
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The West Tennessee Area Council is excited to partner again with Trail’s End for our 2025 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?

  • ​Mobile-Friendly Tools – Manage sales, rewards, and reports in one place.

  • Trail’s End App – Every Scout sells with their own account and app — no paperwork needed.

  • Tap-to-Pay & Credit Cards – Safe, secure payments with no fees to units.

  • Higher Earnings – Units and Scouts across the country are setting records:

    • $10,000+ average unit earnings

    • $2,200+ average Scout sales

  • Scout Rewards – Earn up to 10% back in gift cards with no cap.

  • Unmatched Training – In-app sales tips help Scouts succeed.

  • Hear from other councils about their success: Trail’s End Success Story

Key Dates

  • Show & Sell Orders Due – Friday, August 22 at midnight

  • Product Distribution – September 4–5, 3–6 PM (early pickup available Sept 3 for helpers)

  • Replenishment Orders Due – Friday, September 19

  • Replenishment Pickup – October 2

  • Product Returns – Friday, October 24 (unopened cases only)

Next Steps for Units

  • Hold a Unit Kick-Off – Get families set up with the Trail’s End app and selling accounts.

  • Set a Unit Goal – Extra commission if you reach it!

  • Add Your Unit’s Bank Account – Trail’s End pays units directly, reducing cash handling.

  • Place Your Show & Sell Order – Step-by-step instructions here.

  • If you need extra order forms or leader guides, visit the Council Office.

Ordering Instructions

  • Log into your Trail’s End Dashboard.

  • Go to Popcorn Orders.

  • Click Create New Order.

  • Select Choose Delivery → Show & Sell.

  • Enter the dollar amount and click Auto Populate Order.

  • Adjust quantities as needed.

  • Review the Final Unit Order column.

  • Save as draft or Submit for Council approval.

  • Watch for your approval email & invoice.

  • 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

  • Trail’s End Support – support.trails-end.com

  • Council Kick-Off Materials – View slides & resources here.

  • Need Help? – Contact Ann Norwood or the Council Service Center.

Important Dates

August

Aug 9                          Council Kickoff

Aug 22                        All Unit Show & Sell Orders Due

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September

Sep 4-5                      Show & Sell Popcorn Distribution

Sep 19.                       2nd Order Replenishment Due

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October

Oct 2                          2nd Show & Sell Popcorn Distribution

Oct 24                        Show & Sell Returns Due

Oct 24                        Show & Sell Money Due

Oct 27                        Take Orders Due

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November

Nov 13-14                  Take Order Popcorn Distribution

Nov 13-14                  Final Payment Due/End of Sale​

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