Zipping into Ecotourism

WVU/WVDE STEAM TAC West Virginia
West Virginia 1 PANTHER DRIVE
May 7, 20247:30 am - 3:00 pm (EST)
Free
Age 14-18

About this event

The Zipping Into Ecotourism immersion allows students to build a model recreational zipline using slope and similar triangles, then calculate the acceleration of their passenger carrier using a PocketLab. 

The Zipping Into Ecotourism immersion allows students to build a model recreational zipline using slope and similar triangles, then calculate the acceleration of their passenger carrier using a PocketLab.  

The PocketLab is a device that can measure motion, orientation, altitude, light and magnetic fields.

Students work collaboratively as they solve the real-world problem of installing a zipline course at Seneca Rocks.

Details

  • Event Type
    In Person
  • Date(s)
    1. May 7 7:30 am - 3:00 pm (EST)
    2. May 8 7:30 am - 3:00 pm (EST)
  • Cost
    Free
  • Designed for
    Youth and Families
  • Age Group(s)
    Age 14-18
  • Accessibility Accommodations
    None

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West Virginia

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