| Ockanickon’s Science Center is one of the first of its kind, and without doubt, the best in the area. It offers a unique opportunity to earn some very interesting badges while at camp.Learn More about the History of the Science Center Here.The Science Center does have computers for scouts to use for merit badge requirements, but they need to come at 9:15am, 10:30am, 2pm, or 3:30pm; they must also bring an adult leader to supervise their computer use. |
Science Director
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| NEW!!
This year the Science Center is bringing Robotics MB to Ockanickon. This merit badge is designed for older scouts. |
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| Merit Badges:
Chemistry MB Electricity MB Electronics MB Nuclear Science MB Robotics MB |
Carol is not just the Science Director at Ockanickon, but she and her husband Jim were the founders of the Science Center back in 1995. She has a Masters degree in Science Education, as well as a Bachelors degree in Chemistry. Her work in the Science Center has earned her and Jim the Phillippe Award, the highest corporate award for Volunteerism from GE in 2004. The mother of two Eagle Scouts, retired from being a professional chemist and teacher in Middle Bucks Institute of Technology, she enjoys Gardening, and is a Penn State Master Gardener.  |
| Other Activities:
The Planetarium- When: Tuesday or Thursday Nights Starts at 7pm Where: The Science Center Cost: Free
What is it? The Planetarium is a way to view the stars, even when the sky is covered in clouds, and you can do it in the air-conditioned comfort of the Science Center. It takes place inside the huge $10,000 Starlab inflatable dome that projects the stars in 360 degrees (the same view as being outside), while Jim guides you through each of the major stars and constellations.
*This program is not just to fulfill the Merit Badge Requirement. It also provides an amazing experience for leaders to learn about the sky as well.
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