Event

Full day technical program brought to you by the ANS, BWCHPS, and the University of Maryland

This is a full day technical program involving tours, lunch, activities which will fulfill the requirements for the US Scouting Nuclear Science Merit Badge. We are investigating a patch for Girl Scout troops. However, this event is open to all interested individuals regardless of affiliation. This merit badge is generally meant for kids 12 years of age and older.

Learning will include radiation fundamentals, nuclear science concepts, particle physics, radiation safety, nuclear energy, and beneficial applications of nuclear technology.

Participants will attend lectures covering nuclear science fundamentals, radiation protection principles, and beneficial applications of nuclear technology. There will be tours of the research reactor located within the UMD building where the event is taking place (subjecto the requirements below). Hands-on activities will allow participants to explore how radiation survey meters work and how shielding protects nuclear workers. They will also construct isotope models and learn about half-lives and nuclear decay.

There will be a registered merit badge counselors present to sign off on the merit badge requirements.

The cost helps support the production required for the event, but we don't want the price to be a barrier. If you would like to participate but are unable to afford it, please use the BWCHPS Contact Page (https://bwchps.org/get-in-touch/) and we can supply a code for assistance.

The following are requirements for tours:

No weapons of ANY kind.
Tour sizes may be limited; the tour size must be kept to 12 guests per UMD Radiation Facility escort.
A portion of the tour is not accessible.
Visitors must be able to climbs stairs to view inside the reactor pool.
Closed-toed, closed-backed shoes are required at all times to enter the building.
No sandals, flip flops, or clogs are permitted.
No electronic devices, such as, but not limited to: cell phones, cameras, and MP3 players.
Pacemakers are safe within the facility.No photographs may be taken within the facility.
No bags, backpacks, purses, or bulky coats.
Tours may be cancelled at any time without advance notice.
All persons and possessions are subject to search.
Stay within sight of your escort at all times.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Do not open any doors in facility.In the event of an alarm, follow your escorts instructions.
Bring an acceptable form of ID: University ID, state/government issued driver's licenses, passports, or government clearances.