Project Invent

Project Invent teams from across the U.S. pitch the solution they’ve created for their community partner to a panel of judges from the tech industry, hoping to win funds to develop their product. For seven years straight, teams from White Salmon have convinced judges to invest in their idea!

  • Project Invent Team Swoosh at Demo DayX in California 2023.

  • Project Invent Team AdaptPlay tests their device with Jose in 2019.

  • Project Invent Community Partner Aiden with device invented for him in 2021.

  • Project Invent Team from 2019 works with Jose on testing adaptive joystick.

  • Project Invent partner Ezra and his aide, 2023.

  • Team Swoosh with the prototype of their solution, a handwashing station for farm workers.

  • Team Wave Tech wins the Moon Shot award, San Francisco, 2026.

A high school team is currently forming at Columbia High and meets during flex period in the library annex. Come and check it out!

Middle school teams will form in January ‘27 and meet at the MakerSpace on Mondays from 2 - 5 pm.

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Underwater ROV

MATE ROV is an international underwater robotics competition for students in grades k - 12. Teams can be from 2 to 6 students and may enter to compete in a variety of classes depending on their skill level. Teams typically begin forming in early winter and regional competitions are held in May.

New for 2027: Gorge MakerSpace will support teams by making tools, supplies and shop space available. However, for the 2027 season we will not be directly entering or coaching teams. Please contact Jack Perrin for more information.