Underwater Robot Academy

  • June 30 - July 2, 2025

  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

    500 West Fletcher Street
    Alpena, Michigan 49707
Ticket Price $30.00 Join the waitlist
Description

Friends of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary hosts this three-day academy and welcomes kids ages 11-14 who want to roll up their sleeves and learn about marine technology through designing and building an underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle). Participants will learn the basics of circuitry and soldering. Once introduced to the world of ROVs, students will pilot their own designs to accomplish tasks in the Marine Technology and Training Tank on the campus of the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center. On the final day they will have the chance to compete to win prizes. These hands-on learning experiences will engage and inspire students to engage with the rich maritime and natural resources of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

Date & Time

Jun 30, 2025 9:00 AM - Jul 2, 2025 2:00 PM

Venue Details

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

500 West Fletcher Street
Alpena, Michigan 49707 Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
Friends of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Established in 2010 by local community leaders, the Friends of TBNMS is a nonprofit 501(c)3. Its founders envisioned the significant opportunity the sanctuary offered for protecting our Great Lakes and their rich maritime history, hands-on educational experiences for area students, and local economic development. Today, that vision has become a reality with the Friends of TBNMS sharing a close working relationship with the sanctuary staff, playing a critical role in funding the sanctuary’s education programs, community outreach efforts, unique museum experiences, and research.


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