Moisture Sensing in the Garden Using Microcontrollers
Saturday May 8, 2010
Led by Keith Simmons and the creators of Wireplant
10:00 am - 4:00 pm @ the MIT Museum
Create electronic moisture sensors for use in the garden. Participants will solder an arduino microcontroller and hand craft up to 6 analog moisture sensors that will light up when plants need water. Keeping a garden properly watered is challenging; Bonsai apprentices will sometimes study for years before they undertake the complex task of watering.
Participant will:
- Create analog moisture sensors
- Build a digital microcontroller
- Discuss basic gardening
- Learn to solder
- Take home assembled kit
Who is Invited?
Adults and teens (ages 15+) interested in gardening or electronics. Workshop limited to 12 participants.What is the Workshop Cost?
Participants will need to purchase the moisture sensing kit for $30 in addition to a $25 registration fee. Kits are available at the workshop and include everything necessary to build the microcontroller and sensors. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch; Pizza and other quick food items are also available within a short walking distance.How do I Register?
Register hereWhere is the Workshop?

The MIT Museum is accessible via public transportation, and is within three miles of two major interstate highways. The Museum is approximately a 30 minute walk from downtown Boston or from Harvard Square.
Click here for directions to the MIT Museum
Workshop supported by Sprout.