Unleash Your Inner Engineer: Earn Your Composite Materials Merit Badge with the Hull Lifesaving Museum!

What do racing kayaks, modern aircraft, space shuttles, and historical boat restoration all have in common? High-tech Composite Materials! Join us on Sunday, October 25th at the Hull Lifesaving Museum Boathouse for an incredible, hands-on day of science, engineering, and craftsmanship.

Set right on the waterfront where tradition meets innovation, this workshop lets Scouts dive deep into the world of resins, fibers, and advanced materials that shape the modern world—and keep real boats afloat!

What You’ll Experience:

Hands-On Craftsmanship: Learn safety protocols (PPE, ventilation, and resin handling) and apply hands-on techniques to lay up, shape, and cure actual composite materials.

The Science of Strength: Discover how combining reinforcement fibers (like fiberglass or carbon fiber) with matrix resins creates materials lighter and stronger than steel.

Explore Real-World Applications: See how composites are used in maritime rescue craft, aerospace, sports equipment, and historic restoration at the museum.

Material Testing & Evaluation: Compare composite properties against wood and metal, test composite strength, and analyze how composite structures handle stress and environmental wear.

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, October 25th

Location: Hull Lifesaving Museum Boathouse

What to Bring: Work clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, closed-toe shoes, your Scout handbook, a water bottle, and your curiosity!

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This is a unique, high-demand badge that requires specialized equipment and workspace—meaning space is strictly limited! Don't miss out on building real engineering skills on the historic Hull waterfront.