CORVALLIS, Ore. – The 33rd annual Graand Kinetic Challenge returns to Corvallis on July 18-19, joined by Oregon State University’s Corvallis Kaleidoscope festival for a full weekend of free, family-friendly science, technology, engineering, arts and math experiences.
At the heart of the weekend is the Graand Kinetic Challenge, featuring human-powered, pedal-pushed, all-terrain, kinetic art sculptures that race over land, sand, mud and the Willamette River. Equal parts engineering challenge, art form and spectacle, this event is known for its wildly imaginative machines, costumed participants and delightfully unconventional approach to racing.
“Curiosity, come-as-you-are, and creative costumes are encouraged. We are all about having fun and play, whatever your age,” Race Director Stacey Newman Weldon said. “Our mantra is ‘For The Fun Of It!'”…