Radioactive Transport Activity

This Activity is meant for Scouts BSA.

small can of water
12x12 square plywood (with 8 holes optional)
8 ropes tied to the plywood - 6 feet long

tie the 8 ropes together to make a star and place the plywood on top with the can sitting on it. Or, tie each rope through a hole in the plywood which makes the activity easier.

Use to build teamwork, communication, leadership.

Goal: Transport the radioactive waste to a dumping station without getting too close to it or spilling it.

Each scout holds onto a rope and together, the patrol lifts the platform and moves the can to the finish line.