321 Blast Off
Presented by: ATK Soar to new heights in this rocket propulsion workshop. Learn how lift-off applies to Newton`s laws of motion. Build your own rockets and see how high and how far you can go. A Dirty Day
Presented by: Natural Resources Conservation Service Tell the truth ... do you secretly like to play in the dirt? If so, this is the workshop for you! Come and get your hands dirty and learn about the soils and plants around you. You will learn how soils, plants and animals mix and why they are important to you. An Ocean of Possibilities
Presented by: Living Planet Aquarium So Jump in and get your feet wet with The Living Planet Aquarium! Oceanographer, marine mammal biologist, fisheries scientist, marine educator – there are so many things you can do with the ocean. Learn about these and other marine-related careers and what it takes to get started in them. We’ll also take a close-up look at a few of the marine critters from our aquarium. Become a BRAINiac!
Presented by: University of Utah Brainiacs - Come learn about a very important organ...Your BRAIN! This is an opportunity to see a real human brain and learn about all its different parts and functions. Discover how brains differ from animal to animal (and from your own) and why these differences are important. Cardiac Sonography
Presented by: Intermountain Healthcare So When it comes to ultrasound, most people think of babies. But what about the heart? Did you know you can see the heart with ultrasound, too? See the heart first-hand with 2D and 3D ultrasound. See a heart model, pig valves and be able to get your hands on an ultrasound probe. Chocolate Highways
Presented by: Rose Armstrong So Learn how to make asphalt with edible ingredients - and eat it! Crime Scene Investigator
Presented by: Colleen Hough Learn the tools of the trade and meet a real crime scene investigator!
EXPLORE THE MOON!!
Learn what it takes to live on the moon. How do you eat? How do you get to the moon and how much luggage do you take? Where do you sleep? Join us in learning about space exploration and living on other planets. Fashionable Science
Presented by:Salt Lake School District So Learn how tie-dying and chemistry work together for some great fashion wear. Fingerprints Forever
Presented by: ATK Learn how mold making is affecting science—from crime scene analysis to architecture to dentistry, and from death masks to Space Shuttle propellant. Discover how you can make your own fingerprints last forever. Greeting Cards from Garbage
Presented by: Utah Engineers Council Join us and learn about the science of recycling paper. In this workshop you will MAKE recycled paper and create a greeting card to take home. Hawk Watching & Conservation
We`ll learn about the practice of hawk watching and how it contributes to our greater knowledge about ecology and the state of our environment. We`ll also see a live hawk up close and answer any questions you have about birds of prey and how scientists study them. Ice It, Shake It, It’s Ice Cream
Presented by: ATK Learn about the physical properties of ice and what happens when salt is added, along with what happens to the ice cream ingredients during the freezing process. Make and freeze your own ice cream. Let's Build Something for Space
Presented by: Donnalee Trease How do you get from Earth to space? In this workshop you will assemble your own model rocket and learn about all of the major components along the way. Who says rocket science is just for boys?! Lip Smacking Fun With Pharmacist
Presented by: Intermountain Healthcare So Pharmacy is never boring - there is so much to do! Come learn about three different pharmacists` jobs and how each plays a part in the pharmacy world. Learn common tools of the trade, and see the fun things we get to work with. Lotion Commotion - 1
Presented by: Lockheed Martin and ATK Learn about the chemistry of lotions. Weigh several ingredients and follow a recipe to make a small batch of lotion. Add a fragrance you like and take it home with you. Lotion Commotion - 2
Presented by: Lockheed Martin and ATK Learn about the chemistry of lotions. Weigh several ingredients and follow a recipe to make a small batch of lotion. Add a fragrance you like and take it home with you. No Fear - The Animal Doc Is Here
Presented by: Lone Peak Veterinary Hospital So you love animals and want to be a veterinarian? Ever wonder what veterinarians actually do? It’s a lot more than just cuddling puppies and kittens. Learn what it takes to be a veterinarian, and how much fun it can be. We will be learning how to do a physical examination, take a blood pressure on a dog, give shots, and even draw blood! Rock Detectives
Presented by: Association of Women Geoscientists So Discover Earth’s secrets by examining rock and mineral specimens and thinking about the “mystery questions” for each sample. You’ll discover what a rock really is, why geologists like them, and what geologists do in their careers. After you’ve examined the 20 rock samples—for example, molybdenite, schist, garnet, and quartzite—we’ll get together for a “staff meeting” and discuss your ideas and solve any unsolved mysteries. Shrimpology
Presented by: Great Salt Lake Institute This sea ain`t dead! Did you know that millions of brine shrimp inhabit our Great Salt Lake every summer? Can you imagine why they are so important to our ecosystem? Come join aquatics biologists in observing this comical creature close-up! We will build realistic models of our observations and learn how to make a brine shrimp ecosphere to keep at home! Skiing on Science
Presented by: State Science Advisor, Utah So Did you know that when you ski, you are using engineering? The wax on your skis is all about science. Did you know you should NOT eat the snow--and not for the reasons your mom has told you? Come learn what skiing and science do together to make a day on powder tons of fun. Solar Dermatology-The Sun's Face
Presented by: Clark Planetarium So What are solar storms? What is a sun spot? Does the sun affect my cell phone? Will the sun explode? Explore the amazing sun and discover its interesting facial features. Make a cool picture using the sun and shadows. Learn about careers in space and astronomy. Strength Training
Presented by: Utah State University So Would you like to try your hand at walking on water? Or can you build a structure that can withstand an earthquake? Join Utah State University’s Society of Women Engineers as we investigate the strength of items you have right in your own house. There's DNA Everywhere
Presented by: InnovaBio You will learn how to extract real DNA from just about anything in your kitchen - and make jewelry with it! Wild and Wacky Weather
Presented by: National Weather Service So Knowing a little bit about the weather can help you decide what to wear to school tomorrow or what do to this weekend, but learning more about it can provide you with an exciting career. Meteorology, the study of weather, is always changing with the improved technology and computing power. Come learn more about the wild and wacky weather on our planet, like thunderstorms, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and tornados—just to name a few. |