RE: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Public Outreach Program

There's a presentation I've made on a number of occasions at schools, science fairs, Sea Scout gatherings, etc. It's called "Those magnificent men in their diving machines" as a take on the movie "Those magnificent men in their flying machines". I always start by explaining that the title is a challenge to the young girls in the audience, noting that all sub builders to date have been men and asking the girls in the audience to change that. The presentation starts with WWII photos of Kittredge and traces his story, then goes through a number of colorful PSUBS characters and their boats, from Pierre's tiny sub to Carsten and Peter's giant ones. The folks featured are nearly all on this email list and part of the family, so hopefully don't mind. In fact I think I asked them at the time I first put the presentation together. This presentation comes with the screening of a couple of videos, and Snoopy is parked nearby.

I also have a little presentation called "Snoopy" that explains the physics of subs to really, really young kids (I've used it with first graders) and goes for just 10 minutes. It explains basic concepts like buoyancy. No speaker notes on that one, but I could add them if anyone's interested.

If anyone wants a copy of for an upcoming event just let me know. Jon and Ray, I'm not sure if there are any copyright issues or if you'd be interested in storing such presentations on the site for download by members. If you like I could send it to you first so you can make that call.

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From: owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org [mailto:owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org] On Behalf Of shellydalg@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:53 AM
To: personal_submersibles@psubs.org
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Public Outreach Program

In a message dated 1/12/2010 6:35:01 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, greg@precisionplastics.com writes:

Although it is true that most scientific institutions cannot pay for the use of a non ABS classed vehicle, they can, however, accept the service as a donation.

I too have been in contact with some local folks at the research stations nearby. I've had lots of expressed interest ( who doesn't like free sub rides ! )

It's a win-win gig. Looking forward to developing a relationship with some of these folks and using the sub to inspire kids and the public at large. My daughter is a high school teacher and her kids follow my progress, and my grand sons can hardly wait for "crazy old grandpa" to bring his sub to their school.

I'll be working on a visual presentation with posters, video, mechanical displays, and other stuff for all the kids once I get her up and running.

Frank D.