Some local students are putting their creations to the test.
25 Ascension Academy physics students tested the strength of their self constructed cardboard boats.
The students have been studying buoyancy, density, and water pressure in the last few weeks.
Today the students set sail.
The friendly competition was created by the science program at Ascension.
Organizers for today’s event, say this gives students a chance to do some hands on learning while having fun.