StormFest

Discover the science of weather—learn about geography, geology, meteorology, and more!

Hands-on activity stations are designed and presented by Cal U students who are currently majoring in geology, geographic information systems, mathematics, and education. Cal U students also recruit volunteers from Ohio University to assist at the event.

Visitors will learn how to make rocks, lava lamps, rains sticks, and "glurch," a substance that has both solid and liquid properties. Other StormFest favorites include a tornado in a jar, a raindrop experiment, and tutorials on how to make your own weather map, pinwheel, or even a thermometer.

On Feb. 15, school groups in grades K-6 will participate in StormFest activities from 10 am -2 pm. StormFest is open to the general public from 10 am -5 pm. Activities are free with paid admission to the Science Center.

On Feb. 16 at 11 am or 2 pm, Nick "the Weather Dude" Walker, a meteorologist from The Weather Channel will be signing autographs and performing at the Bayer Science Stage. Walker is the author of "Sing Along with the Weather Dude," a book and CD for children, and "Don't Get Scared, Just Get Prepared," a CD of weather songs to teach severe weather preparedness.

Additionally, visitors have the opportunity to receive a free souvenir T-shirt if they complete at least 18 activities that day. Offer is only valid on Feb. 16.

The annual educational outreach event is hosted in partnership with California University of Pennsylvania's Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Meteorological Society.

 
 

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