Flying Pickles

We are the Flying Pickles, a team consisting of Jameson, Abil, Kara, Joseph, David, and Lewis—freshmen students from Colonie Central High School in Albany, NY. Over the past five years, we have participated in regional STEM competitions throughout Albany and Utica, and we are thrilled to announce that our model wind turbine is capable of generating over 2,000 milliwatts of power, which has made us competitive among the best teams in the nation. Last year we traveled to Phoenix, AZ for KidWind Worlds, and our team ended up winning the Wind Champion title in the Middle School division. Through our participation in STEM classes and our after-school club, we have honed our CAD and design skills, expanded our understanding of math and science, and developed critical problem-solving abilities. KidWind has not only deepened our appreciation for tackling the energy crisis but has also provided us with valuable experiences in teamwork and collaboration.