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tony perry <[log in to unmask]>
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ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions.
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We just implemented a Segway program at MSI Chicago. Facilitators ride the
Segway and approach guests to talk about the science behind the Segway
(gyros, balancing and green tech.) At the Facilitator's discretion, guests
ride the Segway for a short (approximately 1 minute) time to get a feel for
how the science behind it works. Guests must sign waivers (12 and up, 12-18
need parent/guardian signature) and wear helmets. It's been a big win for
the 2 months this program has been live.

Contact me if you have any other questions,

Tony Perry

On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 11:55 AM, Skoshi Wise
<[log in to unmask]>wrote:

> ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
> Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related
> institutions.
>
> *****************************************************************************
>
> Hi Karen,
> We had offered Segway rides for a couple of events, mostly adult only
> events.  We had people sign a release of liability and wear a helmet.
> People loved it!
>
> -Skoshi
>
> On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 9:52 AM, Karen Hager <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> > ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
> > Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related
> > institutions.
> >
> >
> *****************************************************************************
> >
> > I would like to hear how other organizations use Segways either in a
> > demonstration, or with visitors in general.  How do you handle
> > risk/liability?  Do your visitors have to wear a helmet or sign a waiver?
> >  Any help is most appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Karen
> >
> > Karen E. Hager
> > Director, Science Engagement
> > Ontario Science Centre
> >
> > Tel: 416.696.3175
> > Cell: 647.888.5099
> > Fax: 416.696.3181
> > Email:  [log in to unmask]
> >
> > Visit us on the web at www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
> >
> >
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> Skoshi Wise
> Director of Education
> ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum
> 541.482.6767 ext. 226
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