Description: Learn why some things float while others do not, what buoyancy means, and how propellers and sails work by building different boats and watercraft.

Recording at:
Shoreline Lake: Aquatic Center

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Class Experiments

The following experiments will be demonstrated as part of this class:


	Title: Build a balloon-powered Boat Created: 2009-06-11 13:31:35 Overview: Which way does a balloon-powered boat move? Build your own balloon-powered boat and try it ou...

	Title: Floating Paper Clip Created: 2009-06-17 21:37:59 Overview: Can a paperclip float? Try this fun experiment to find out.

	Title: Explore the Shape of Boats Created: 2009-06-24 12:50:31 Overview: Do you know what shape a boat needs to have in order for it to float? Find out with this easy...

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Recording on May 30, 2009 at: Shoreline Lake: Aquatic Center

Shoreline Aquatic Center is the Bay Area's leading watersports facility. With a diverse range of classes, equipment for rent, and activities, Shoreline is the perfect place to relax on a summer's afternoon, celebrate a birthday, or learn to race sailboats!

The Shoreline juniors race internationally and represent the USA as members of Team USA. Their staff carries a variety of certifications in their sports and in safety and CPR. Their equipment is state-of-the-art and regularly surveyed for safety. Every year they introduce thousands to the joys of boating!