Halloween a great time for those dry ice demos
Halloween is right around the corner and it’s a perfect time to do some really cool demonstrations.
Watch the video of Steve doing cool dry ice demonstrations.
First you need to get your dry ice.
Your grocery store may have it, but if they don’t, you may have to look elsewhere. Years ago, Baskin Robins used to carry dry ice, because it was the only way to keep ice cream cold in the bottom of the cooler. That has mostly gone by the wayside, but there are still some old-fashioned ice cream shops around that may have dry ice. Another place you may be able to find it is at a fish or meat market.
Now, depending on where you are in the country will depend on how reluctant the person is to sell you dry ice. Safety issues are obviously paramount, and it is getting tougher and tougher to find a source.
Most of the time you will have to go to Customer Services and ask for it. Usually, I introduce myself, say that I am a teacher, and I will be doing some demonstrations for which I will need about 5-10lbs of dry ice. This assures them that
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