WFHB Bloomington Community Radio
Dive into a one-of-a-kind underwater adventure during a special family evening of science. Explore the latest succession of our new coral reef ecosystem and experience one of the FIRST public opportunities to encounter hands-on experiences with live ocean creatures.
Experiment with the chemistry behind glowing fish and fluorescent coral, use a virtual reality headset to explore a coral reef, play with an amazing slime made out of sand and make an “ocean in a bottle” to take home.
Visitors will engage in activities to learn about ocean communities, conservation, and the colorful inhabitants of coral reefs. Learn about Indiana’s ancient ocean past though examinations of fossils, talk to experts about underwater exploration and SCUBA diving.
Wonder Under the Waves activities include:
- Archaeology Under the Waves:
How do scientists study shipwreck sites and also protect fragile coral reefs ecosystems? - Ocean in a Bottle: Do oil and water mix?
- Sand Slime: Dig your hands into an amazing sensory experience!
- Pollution Solution: Even the smallest person can change the world…
- Underwater Robot: Learn how robots navigate under water!
- Luminescent Life: Learn the chemistry behind “glowing fish!”
- Fossil Clues: What was the environment like in Indiana millions of years ago?
- Virtual Coral Reef: Explore a coral reef without getting wet!
Children who explore all the amazing experiences will receive a special prize (while supplies last). Pizza & cookies!
Proceeds from this event support WonderLab’s hands-on science experiences.
