Catching the Wind: The Nature and Science of Flight
Venture into the realm of things that glide, flutter, and fly in this dynamic world of flight, aerodynamics, and energy. From animal structure and function activities to STEAM focused flight design challenges; your imagination will soar in this zone of hands-on discovery.
Investigate the phenomena of animal flight with discovery stations featuring wing structure and function, the evolution of flight, migration, and adaptation. Explore the physics and design elements of flight while peeking into the past to learn about the history and current trends of aerodynamic design.
Imaginations will soar as you…
- Delve into the world of flying creatures as you interact with hands-on structure, function, and biodiversity activities! From dragonflies to flying squirrels, learn how these animals have adapted, survived, and flourished in their ecosystems
- Simulate flight with zip lines, flight suits, Bernoulli box experiments, and more
- Take flight with a Monarch butterfly and become an expert migration tracker
- Engineer your own form of aerial locomotion – from parachutes and rockets to planes and gliders
- Test your flying machine designs in the LASC wind tunnel and use the engineering design process to improve your prototype
- Catch the wind and learn about air force while navigating a sailboat with various tools
- Adopt a rescue raptor with your class to experience rehabilitation and release flight with your students after your visit
Plan a field trip or visit with your small group by contacting kbullock@lasclex.org
The LASC is open and free to the public during the week.
Check our hours and admission before your visit or call (859) 252-5222 with any questions.
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