I am a junior facilitator with the Minds in Motion All Girls [science] Club and volunteer each Saturday at the U of C and help with their activities. So far this fall, we have created aliens, Saturn-mobiles, discussed the science of zombies and eaten candy. 😀
This past weekend, we went to the TELUS World of Science along with the All Boys [science] Club. We took the train there and back (what an experience with over 20 grade 3-5 kids!) and played with LEGO, explored WowTown, the space-themed basement, the Creative Kids Museum and the (very loud) outdoor park.
The highlight of my visit (and most of the kids cheering me on) was getting the chance to go on the Electric G-Force Bike. In a nutshell, they strap you in, tell you to hold down the green button, ask you if you’re ready and then blast you off on a continuous loop. Update for those of you who have seen the G-Force Bike in the past: you no longer have to actually pedal the “bike” anymore–instead, it is now electronic (hence the name) and they strap your feet down and you hold on and enjoy the ride!
Here is the video of me partially freaking out on the Electric G-Force Bike, while I maintain my composure as a good example for the little guys and gals. I got up to 4 Gs and you can hear the boys cheering for 5… gotta love them 😉
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