most recent EMAIL COMMUNICATION REGARDING POPCORN
Below you will find all popcorn emails that have been sent out during the course of the sale!
October 9, 2026
PBAC Popcorn Leaders,
We hope everyone is staying safe as we continue to watch the weather. Thankfully, the storm appears to be moving farther east, and the greater impact is expected to miss our area. Our thoughts and prayers are with those that are in the direct path. We know the uncertainty of a storm can disrupt schedules and plans, and we appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility as we navigate the weekend ahead.
Our Scouts and units have worked hard throughout this popcorn season, and we want to make sure everyone has every opportunity to finish strong. To help with that effort, Pine Burr Area Council is working with Trail’s End to extend storefront selling opportunities into early November. This additional time will give our units more flexibility to make up for any missed selling opportunities and continue working toward their goals.
We also have plenty of popcorn inventory available right here in South Mississippi, so units will have access to the product they need as selling opportunities pick back up.
Thank you for everything you do to support our Scouts. We know it takes a lot of time, effort, and coordination from our families and volunteers to make this sale successful, and we are grateful for the commitment you continue to show. We want to do our part to support you and help make the most of the remaining selling season.
We look forward to making the most of the extended selling time and finishing the season strong together!
Stay safe and thank you for all you do for Scouting in South Mississippi!
Thanks,
Micah
October 6, 2026
PBAC POPCORN LEADERS,
🔥 KEEP THE TORCH BURNING — $350,000 IS THE GOAL!
We are heading into Week 5, and this is where we keep pushing! Take Order, Online Sales, and Storefronts are all opportunities to keep selling. There is still time to make more sales, help Scouts reach their goals, and finish the popcorn sale strong.
RETURN UPDATE — OCTOBER 6–9 For those who had returns entered in the system and approved by Council, please make sure those returns are taken to your local Scout Shop by the end of this week during normal business hours. If you did not submit an return via the trails end system, please do not return product.
KEEP SELLING! Storefronts. Take Order. Online Sales. Every conversation is another opportunity. Every bag sold helps a Scout reach their goal.
NEED MORE PRODUCT? WE HAVE PRODUCT ON HAND! If your unit is running low and your Scouts are ready to keep selling, let us know. We can help you get more popcorn. Don't let a lack of inventory become the reason you stop.
STOREFRONTS There are still opportunities to get your Scouts in front of customers. Check the available Storefront hours, fill your open spots, and keep your Scouts selling! Remember: Every Tuesday, unreserved Storefront hours are released.
CASH TO CREDIT Remember, Credit earns your Scouts more points! If you have cash sales, convert them to Credit in Trail's End.
KEEP PUSHING. KEEP SELLING. FINISH STRONG. We are getting closer to the finish line, but we are not there yet!
Ask your unit: Are our Scouts still selling? Do we have enough popcorn? Are our Storefront hours filled? Do our Scouts know their goals?
If the answer is no, make a move! If you need popcorn — ask. We have product. If you need Storefront hours — get your Scouts signed up. If your Scouts are selling — keep them going!
KEY DATES: The sale is NOT over. The finish line is October 25.
Every Tuesday: Unreserved Storefront hours released
October 6–9: Approved returns to Scout Shops
October 9: Final Product Return Day at Scout Shops
October 25: POPCORN SALE ENDS
October 26: SNS Money Due
October 26: Take Order Due
November 12: Take Order Distribution
We didn't come this far to slow down now. Keep Grinding. Keep Selling. Keep Your Scouts Moving Forward.
Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore.
Thanks,
Micah
September 29, 2026
PBAC POPCORN LEADERS,
THE SALE IS NOT OVER! RETURN DAY IS A CHECKPOINT — NOT THE FINISH LINE!
We are heading into Week 4, and this is where we keep pushing! Take Order, Online Sales, and Storefronts are all opportunities to keep selling. There is still time to make more sales, help Scouts reach their goals, and finish the popcorn sale strong.
RETURN DAY — OCTOBER 5
October 2: Returns must be entered in the system for approval (max 10% return if needed)
October 5: Return review and approval by Council. (no return due prior to approval)
October 6-9 Units return product to the nearest Scout Shop, post approval, during normal business hours
HAVE POPCORN? KEEP SELLING!
Storefronts. Take Order. Online Sales. Every conversation is another opportunity. Every bag sold helps a Scout reach their goal.
NEED MORE PRODUCT? WE HAVE PRODUCT ON HAND!
If your unit is running low and your Scouts are ready to keep selling, let us know. We can help you get more popcorn. Don't let a lack of inventory become the reason you stop.
STOREFRONTS
There are still opportunities to get your Scouts in front of customers.
Check the available Storefront hours, fill your open spots, and keep your Scouts selling!
Remember: Every Tuesday, unreserved Storefront hours are released.
CASH TO CREDIT
Remember, Credit earns your Scouts more points! If you have cash sales, convert them to Credit in Trail's End.
KEEP PUSHING. KEEP SELLING. FINISH STRONG. We are getting closer to the finish line, but we are not there yet!
Ask your unit:
Are our Scouts still selling? Do we have enough popcorn? Are our Storefront hours filled? Do our Scouts know their goals?
If the answer is no, make a move!
If you need popcorn — ask. We have product.
If you need Storefront hours — get your Scouts signed up.
If your Scouts are selling — keep them going!
The sale is NOT over. The finish line is October 25.
KEY DATES
Every Tuesday: Unreserved Storefront hours released
October 2: Popcorn Returns Due in System
October 5: PBAC Return Review Day
October 9: Final Product Return Day at Scout Shops
October 25: POPCORN SALE ENDS
October 26: SNS Money Due
October 26: Take Order Due
November 12: Take Order Distribution
We didn't come this far to slow down now. Keep Grinding. Keep Selling. Keep Your Scouts Moving Forward. Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore.
Thanks,
Micah
September 22, 2026
PBAC Popcorn Leaders,
THE TRIBE HAS SPOKEN… BUT THE GAME IS FAR FROM OVER!
We are heading into Week 3, and now is the time to keep the momentum going. Keep your Scouts selling, your inventory stocked, and your Storefront hours filled.
KEEP SELLING
Challenge every Scout to take advantage of every opportunity:
• Storefronts
• Take Order
• Online Sales
• Friends, family, and neighbors
RUNNING LOW? REPLENISH!
If your unit needs additional popcorn, place a replenishment order through the Trail's End Leader Portal. Don't let an empty table slow your Scouts down.
STOREFRONTS
There are still Storefront dates and hours available for the next two weekends. Check the attached availability and get your Scouts signed up.
Unreserved hours will be released Tuesday night, so be ready to claim them!
CASH TO CREDIT
Remember, Credit earns your Scouts more points! If you have cash sales, convert them to Credit in Trail's End.
See the attached instructions for how to convert Cash to Credit.
DAMAGED POPCORN
If you receive or discover damaged popcorn, please follow the attached Damaged Popcorn Instructions before taking action.
Please do not throw away damaged product until it has been properly documented and reported.
RETURN DAY UPDATE
All Popcorn returns are due in the system for approval by Friday, October 2, 2026, the following Monday, October 5, 2026 our team will review and verify your return, after all units will have until Friday, October 9th to return the product to one of our Scoutshops during normal business hours.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR TOP 25 SCOUTS!
Congratulations to our Top 25 Scouts after Week 1! See the attached list and help us celebrate their success.
CHECK YOUR TRIBE Ask yourself: Do we have enough popcorn? Are our Storefront hours filled? Are all of our Scouts selling? Do our Scouts know their goals? Are we taking advantage of every opportunity? If the answer is no, now is the time to make a move!
KEY DATES
• Every Tuesday: Unreserved Storefront hours released
• October 2: Popcorn Returns Due in System
• October 25: Popcorn Sale Ends
• October 26: SNS Money Due
• October 26: Take Order Due
• November 12: Take Order Distribution
If your unit needs help with Storefronts, replenishment, Trail's End, Cash to Credit, damaged popcorn, or sales strategies, reach out. We're here to help! Make a plan. Stock your supplies. Fill your Storefronts. Get every Scout selling. NEVER STOP GRINDING!
Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore. The challenge is on!
Thanks,
Micah
September 15, 2026
PBAC Popcorn Leaders,
THE TRIBE HAS SPOKEN… BUT THE GAME IS FAR FROM OVER!
The first weekend of Storefronts and our first full week of sales are in the books! The tribes are officially in the game, and now it’s time to keep the momentum going.
The units that plan, adapt, and keep their Scouts selling will be the ones still standing when the season comes to an end.
THIS WEEK'S SURVIVOR CHECKLIST
RUNNING LOW ON SUPPLIES? REPLENISH YOUR INVENTORY!
Don't let an empty popcorn table send your tribe home! If you need additional popcorn, you can place a replenishment order through the Trail's End portal. Keep your inventory stocked so your Scouts are ready to sell when the opportunity comes.
If you need help with a replenishment order or have questions about available inventory, reach out to us.
THE Storefront CHALLENGE CONTINUES!
There are still plenty of Storefront dates and hours available for the next two weekends. Check the attached availability and get your Scouts signed up!
IMPORTANT: Any unreserved Storefront hours will be released Tuesday night. If your tribe (unit) wants to claim those hours, make sure your Scouts are ready to sign up when they become available.
Don't let another tribe take your spot! KEEP YOUR SCOUTS IN THE GAME! The first week is over, but the popcorn season is just getting started. Challenge your Scouts to keep selling through:
Storefronts
Take Order
Online Sales
Friends, family, and neighbors
Every Scout can contribute. Every sale counts. Every opportunity matters. CONGRATIONLATIONS TO OUR TOP 25 SCOUTS AFTER WEEK 1 (SEE LIST ATTACHED)
IMMUNITY IS NOT GUARANTEED!
The strongest tribes aren't necessarily the ones that started the fastest. They're the ones that adapt, communicate, and keep going.
Ask yourself: Do we have enough popcorn? - Are our Storefront hours filled? - Are all of our Scouts selling? - Do our Scouts know their goals? - Are we taking advantage of every opportunity?
If the answer is no, now is the time to make a move.
KEY DATES
Every Tuesday Night: Unreserved Storefront hours released
September 18: Unit Kickoff deadline for the additional 1% commission...CLICK HERE TO LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR UNIT KICKOFF!
October 2: Popcorn Return Day
October 25: Popcorn Sale Ends
October 26: SNS Money Due
October 26: Take Order Due
November 12: Take Order Distribution
NEED HELP FROM YOUR TRIBE?
If your unit needs help with replenishment orders, Storefronts, Trail's End, sales strategies, or anything else popcorn-related, reach out. We're here to help your tribe stay in the game!
THE SURVIVOR GAME PLAN: Make a plan. Stock your supplies. Fill your Storefronts. Get every Scout selling. Adapt when necessary. And NEVER STOP GRINDING!
There is still plenty of time to make this an incredible popcorn season. Who will still be standing at the end? Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore. The challenge is on.
Thanks,
Micah
August 17, 2026
PBAC Popcorn Leaders,
As we continue moving into the heart of the popcorn season, I wanted to send a quick follow-up and highlight a few critical next steps for every unit.
🚨 UNIT POPCORN SNS ORDERS — DUE FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 BY 11:59 PM
Please make this your top priority. Every unit must have its popcorn order entered and submitted through the Trail’s End Leader Portal no later than 11:59 PM on Friday, August 21. Please do not wait until the deadline.
Take time now to review your sales plan and place your order. FIND SUPPORT FOR PLACING YOUR UNITS POPCORN ORDER HERE!
THREE THINGS TO FOCUS ON NOW
1. Place Your Unit Popcorn Order
2. Schedule and Conduct Your Unit Popcorn Kickoff
3. Get Your Scouts Into the Trail’s End Portal
KEEP THE FOCUS ON THE BASICS
A successful popcorn campaign does not happen by accident. Set the goal. Get the Scouts engaged. Conduct the kickoff. Enter your Scouts. Build the order. Work on the sell. Follow up with your families.
There are no shortcuts to a great popcorn season—but there is a proven process.
Thank you for your continued leadership and commitment to making this a great experience for our Scouts. We are excited about what is ahead and want to make sure every unit has the opportunity to Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore.
If you need help with your order, unit kickoff, Scout registration in the portal, or storefronts, please reach out. We are here to help. Let’s have a great popcorn season!
TRAILS END SUPPORT: LINK INCLUDES ALL THE SUPPORT RESOURCES YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.
Thanks,
Micah
August 6, 2026
PBAC Popcorn Leaders,
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and partnership as we continue to implement this updated Show & Sell storefront process. We appreciate your commitment to providing a great popcorn experience for our Scouts and families.
The information below provides an update and clarification to our current Show & Sell storefront process. Our goal is to ensure that every unit has clear guidance and the opportunity to have a successful popcorn season.
Units that have completed onboarding may continue/begin managing their storefront opportunities through the Trail’s End Leader Portal.
On Monday, August 3, units were automatically assigned their initial storefront dates and locations through the Leader Portal. Please take a moment to review your assignments. If your unit is unable to use an assigned shift, we ask that you release it as soon as possible, so another unit has the opportunity claim them. As of yesterday evening, units may know go in and claim other shifts as well.
We are continuing to work with Walmart and individual store managers to secure additional Walmart storefront opportunities. As these locations become available, they will be added to the Trail’s End Leader Portal for units to view and claim.
In addition, units may begin securing their own storefront locations within their local communities. This applies to businesses other than Walmart and locations not already included on the attached storefront list. We encourage units to continue building relationships with local businesses and community partners who support Scouting. Once your unit secures a storefront location, please enter it into the Trail’s End Leader Portal.
If your unit needs assistance identifying potential storefronts, verifying a location with a business, or navigating the Trail’s End Leader Portal, please reach out. We are here to support you and help make this process as successful as possible. Below are resources we have linked related to navigating storefronts.
Thank you again for your leadership, patience, and commitment to our Scouts. Together, we are creating opportunities for Scouts to learn valuable skills, build confidence, and have a successful popcorn season.
STOREFRONT SUPPORT
Thanks,
Micah
August 4th, 2026
Good Morning, PBAC Leaders,
Thank you to everyone who attended one of our 2026 Popcorn Kickoffs. The excitement, discussion, and commitment from our volunteers has us incredibly optimistic that this will be our biggest and best popcorn season yet!
Our 2026 theme, "Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore.", is more than just a slogan—it's our challenge to every Scout and every unit to dream bigger, sell smarter, earn more for their adventures, and make this a season to remember.
Whether you were able to attend Kickoff or not, we've got you covered! Attached you'll find the Kickoff presentation and important resources below to help your unit hit the ground running. Please take a few minutes to review the materials and share them with your leadership team and families.
Keep the Momentum Going
Now is the time to make sure your unit is ready for a successful sale:
Complete your Trails-End onboarding in the leader portal (if you haven't already).
Ensure all current Scouts, Leaders, and families are connected in the Trails-End App.
Begin securing your storefront shifts:
On Monday, August 3, units were automatically assigned their initial storefront dates and locations. You may choose to keep these assignments or release any shifts you do not plan to use. Beginning on Wednesday, August 5, units will be able to claim any remaining available storefront shifts. Please review your assignments as soon as possible to ensure your unit is prepared for a successful sale. If you do not intend to use the date please release them so that others have time to plan.
We are still working on securing Walmart's. Please be patient, we are working the process in place and with store managers.
Input your units Show-n-sell Order for approval (due Aug. 21)
The work you do over the next few weeks will continue to make the rest of the popcorn season significantly easier.
Upcoming Training & Support
Don't forget that additional Leader Training and Live Q&A Sessions continue through August 13. These sessions are a great opportunity to ask questions, learn best practices, and pick up ideas from other successful units.
Helpful Links
Trails-End Leader Portal: Get in and become familiar; this is where you and other leaders will manage your sale.
Unit Leader Resources: Multiple resources on hand at this link
If you run into any issues with Trails-End, please contact the Trails-End Support Team at support@trails-end.com. They're an outstanding resource and can quickly help with onboarding, account setup, and technical questions.
Important Upcoming Dates
August 5 – Storefront Claiming Opens (Manual Selection)
Now-Sep 4 –
Unit Kick-offs (Submit Completion Here)
Show-n-Sell Date selection
August 21 – Show-n-Sell Orders Due (The window is open now don't wait)
September 8 – Popcorn Sale Officially Begins
September 10 – Show-n-Sell Distribution
(Please refer to the attached calendar for all important dates.)
Remember—you are not alone. Our council staff, district volunteers, and the Trails End Popcorn Team are here to help every step of the way. If your unit has questions, needs ideas, or runs into challenges, reach out. We want every Scout and every unit to succeed.
Thank you for investing your time and energy into making Scouting possible for the youth of South Mississippi. Every bag of popcorn sold helps provide unforgettable adventures, life-changing leadership opportunities, and experiences that last a lifetime.
The excitement is building... Let's Outsell. Outearn. Outexplore. The Tribe Has Spoken... Now Let's Sell Popcorn
Thanks,
Micah
June 29, 2026
Good Morning, PBAC Leaders,
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Popcorn Leaders Training. We appreciate your commitment to making this year's sale a success!
Attached are the presentation slides that were discussed during the training. We encourage you to review them and share them with anyone in your Unit who was unable to attend.
If you have not already done so, please take a moment to RSVP for Popcorn Kickoff. The kickoff will provide other important updates and everything your Unit needs to complete a strong sale.
We also want to remind Units to complete the Popcorn Commitment process in Trails-End. Many Units have started the process and indicated they are participating, but have not yet:
Assigned a Popcorn Kernel (Unit Leader)
Entered a Unit sales goal
Completed the final commitment submission
Your Unit goal and leadership information are critical as we finalize storefront schedules, secure locations, and provide support throughout the sale. If you've started but haven't finished, please log back into the Trails-End portal and complete the commitment process as soon as possible.
If you need assistance, don't hesitate to contact the Trails-End Support Team (support@trails-end.com) who will be happy to walk you through the process.
Thank you for everything you do to help provide life-changing Scouting experiences for youth across South Mississippi. We look forward to seeing you at Popcorn Kickoff and to making the 2026 Popcorn Sale our best one yet!
Pine Belt Kick-Off: Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 6:30PM, Parkway Heights UMC (2420 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401)
Coast Kick-Off: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 6:30PM, Handsboro UMC (2333 Demaret Dr, Gulfport, MS 39507)
Thanks,
Micah