Chimeras robotics team holds pumpkin launch event – The County Press – Thecountypress

By oht_editor | on September 28, 2022

LAPEER The 2023 FIRST Robotics season is right around the corner, and Lapeers Chimeras are looking to add a few members.

One way to attract members is with flying produce at least, thats the idea behind last Saturdays second annual Pumpkin Chunkin Workshop. The teams Open House doubled as a hands-on catapult construction event for visitors, and attendees were tasked with developing a launching device, determining angles and materials and selecting the perfect produce projectile.

The roughly 30 attendees were divided into two age groups, the Eagle Division of ages 8-12, and the Panther Division of ages 13-andup.

Earning the coveted Pumpkin Chunkin Champ trophies were Team Flying Potatoes of the Eagle Division and Team Team of the Panther Division.

Produce was set aside for launch and donated by the Reger/Laidler Farm.

For those unable to attend the event but are still interested in joining the team for its upcoming competition season, theres still time, said lead mentor Bernadette Storts. The Chimeras team orientation meeting is Monday, Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m., held at the Center for Innovation, and team organizers said all are welcome to attend. Visitors will have the chance to meet the team and learn about FIRST Robotics as well as sign up to become a member.

For more information, email chimerasfrc1684@gmil.com.

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