From the physics of kinetic vs potential energy, forces and motion, to the original artwork in the back glass and on the playing field. From electronic scoring and motion displays, to levers, springs, and ramps. The simple game of pinball utilizes all 5 aspects of STEAM. 

The origins of pinball begin with the lawn games of Europe, where balls were rolled into holes in the ground. Parlor versions of these games were called "Bagatelle" tables. To play these tabletop games, a stick or plunger would propel ball bearings up an incline. The balls would then roll down the incline, bouncing off pins and landing in pockets labelled with different scoring values. It is these pins that gave pinball its name.

Tri-Cities 2019 Geocoin Challenge
STEAM
Science ~ Technology ~ Engineering ~ Art ~ Math

• Find 7 caches in each city (28 out of 32 traditional geocaches)

• All the caches have a code word or paper rubbing/punch

• Passport must be in one piece, not torn or mutilated

• No partial coins sets will be distributed. Coins will NOT be awarded to pets or children 17 and under

• Return completed passport: Columbia Point Marina Park: ~ Sat, June 29, 3-8pm & Sun, June 30, 9am-12pm

• After Sunday, June 30 @ 2 pm return your completed passport to Richland Parks & Recreation

• Richland Parks & Rec: N46 16.369 W119 16.273 ~ Mon-Fri 8am-9pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 12-4pm

• Cache questions (event weekend only): call 509.578.9332

GEOCOIN CHALLENGE PASSPORT