12500 North IH 35, Austin, TX 78753, US
STEMboree 2021 - Frank Fickett SCOut traininG CENTER
Overview of the event
STEMboree is FREE! Classes, food and gear are extra.
- Visit hands-on STEM booth, activities, and demos
- Drive a robot, make & launch a rocket, and learn about how to do more NOVA's in your Unit
- Event includes both indoor and outdoor sections. In case of bad weather, all events will be moved inside or to covered areas.
- STEM Nova class ($10 each) - limited availability
- Work on a Cub, Scout, or Venturer Nova award
- Preview of the many more classes that are available at Scout STEM Adventure Weekend (Sept 20-22)
- STEMboree patch, STEM t-shirt, and NOVA masks are purchasable on site
- Participants who sign up for three classes will receive the patch for free.
Schedule
8:00 AM - Doors Open and check in opens
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Class set One
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Midway open for all activities
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM - Class set Two
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Class set Three
The Free Midway
The Midway exhibits included tables and displays such as (but not guaranteed):
- The Austin Cans Robotics Team
- Lego Robotics Drive Cage
- Air Rockets
- Kvue Weatherperson
- Numerous displays on how to bring more NOVAs and STEM to your unit
Classes - $10 each - Cub and Scout Novas -
Class Set 1
- Cub Scout NOVA Uncovering the Past
- Cub Scout NOVA 123 Go - Dual Language (English and Spanish)
- Cub Scout Cubs Can Code
- Scouts BSA NOVA Shoot (must be over 11 year old or be at a Scouts BSA rank)
Class Set 2
- Cub Scout NOVA Swing
- Cub Scout NOVA Uncovering the Past
- Cub Scout NOVA Fearful Symmetry
- Scouts BSA NOVA Whoosh (must be over 11 year old or be at a Scouts BSA rank)
Class Set 3
- Cub Scout NOVA Down and Dirty
- Cub Scout NOVA 123 Go - Dual Language (English and Spanish)
- Cub Scout NOVA Swing
- Scouts BSA NOVA Let it Grow (must be over 11 year old or be at a Scouts BSA rank)
FAQ
Should older Scouts come to this event (Scouts BSA, Venturers, Sea Scotus)?
- YES! Classes will include Nova at their the Scout/Venturer/Sea Scout level. The Midway will be full of cool STEM exhibits, hands-on activities, and experiments for all ages - adults too.
Are parents welcome to stay?
- YES! Parents are welcome to come and are asked to stay with younger children. During classes, parents are asked to give youth the first pick of seats. However, please remember to social distance from the next group.
Can siblings or friends attend?
- YES! The Midway is FREE and open to all. Anyone can buy t-shirts, masks and patches.
- Only registered participants may attend classes. Any youth is welcome to register for any class, but currently only Cub Scouts can earn the NOVA award as part of their advancement.
- Our only restriction are COVID related. Please do not attend if you have fever, have COVID like symptoms or have had direct exposure to someone with COVID in the last 14 days.
Is there anything we should bring?
- Please bring a water bottle or your own cup to refill from the water fountain. We strive to keep trash to a minimum in all of our STEM events.
- Class participants should bring a pen or pencil to write with.
- Bring cash, check, or credit card to buy STEM t-shirts and patches. The Scout Shop will also be open until 2 PM.
* Note for all NOVA Classes
In order to completely finish any NOVA Award, Requirement 1 requires one hour (for Cubs) (or three for Scouts/Venturers) of watching or reading about your STEM topic. All the free exhibits constitute a “live performance” which is also acceptable. Participants may spend time in the Midway learning about the topic related to their class to complete their NOVA Award. Alternatively, youth may watch or read at home and bring questions to ask their counselor after class.