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"The Challenger Center mission is right on target when it comes to inspiring our young people to reach for the stars in math and science."

Tom Ambrose
Phoenix Suns

"Challenger was without a doubt the best science experience for the students."

Victoria Day
8th grade Science Teacher

"My preschool class attended a field trip to your Center. I would like to thank you for such a great experience. My students had a wonderful time and 'Ms. Barb' had a great presentation that was geared for the younger student. Your facility is one of the few that offers educational opportunities for the very young. Thank you for your foresight!"

Jean Schubert
Santa Fe Elementary School, Peoria

"I just wanted to take a minute and say how pleased I was with how the mission went. Thanks to the crew at Mission Control, and to the Challenger for an educational experience closely related to our state standards and district curriculum."

Mike Holder
Science Department
Ironwood High School

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*ASTRO-TOTS*
Entering Kdg. – 1st Grade

Campers can attend morning, afternoon or combine two sessions for a full-day experience. Each session includes age-appropriate hands-on activities and fun projects. Full-day campers must bring a sack lunch. Maximum enrollment is 20 children per session. $110 per half-day, week-long session per child. Single days are not offered. Early-bird discount of 10% offered through March 31.

	AM SESSION (9a-12p)	PM SESSION (1p-4p)
May 27-30 Kdg.	It’s Different in Space	All About Planets
June 2-6 1stGr	It’s Different in Space	All About Planets
June 9-13 Kdg.	All About Planets	It’s Different in Space
June 16-20 1stGr	All About Planets	It’s Different in Space
June 23 -27 Kdg.	It’s Different in Space	All About Planets
June 30-July 4	NO CAMP THIS WEEK	NO CAMP THIS WEEK
July 7-11 1stGr	It’s Different in Space	All About Planets
July 14-18 Kdg.	All About Planets	It’s Different in Space
July 21-25 1stGr	All About Planets	It’s Different in Space

It’s Different in Space: Explore the curious properties of light, color, and gravity, and how they might be different on Earth than in the extremes of space.

All About Planets: Investigate how the eight unique planets in our solar system are alike and different, not only from each other but from planets beyond our solar system.

Camp Registration is non-refundable due to the high-demand of our camp sessions. Changes in camp dates will result in a $25 change fee.

*MERCURY*
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grades

Campers can attend morning, afternoon or combine two sessions for a full-day experience. Each session includes age-appropriate hands-on activities and fun projects. Full-day campers must bring a sack lunch. Maximum enrollment is 25 children per session. $110 per half-day, week-long session per child. Single days are not offered. Early-bird registration discount of 10% offered through March 31.

	AM SESSION (9a-12p)	PM SESSION (1p-4p)
May 27-30	Propelling Through Space	So Much Space
June 2-6	Sustainability in Space	Innovations In Space
June 9-13	So Much Space	Propelling through Space
June 16-20	Innovations in Space	Sustainability in Space
June 23 -27	Propelling through Space	So Much Space
June 30-July 4	NO CAMP THIS WEEK	NO CAMP THIS WEEK
July 7-11	Sustainability in Space	Innovations in Space
July 14-18	So Much Space	Propelling through Space
July 21-25	Innovations in Space	Sustainability in Space

Propelling Through Space
For years, scientists have experimented with breaking the hold of gravity using rockets, catapults, hot-air balloons and other forms of travel. Create and experiment with devices that propel, lift, toss and move items through air and space.

So Much Space!
Space exploration is more than just journeying to the Moon or Mars. Go beyond the basics to discover a universe filled with new galaxies, nebulas, exoplanets, and other objects that are just now being identified.

Sustainability in Space
Packing enough supplies and fuel for long distance space travel is one of the biggest challenges facing scientists. Learn how nanotechnology may provide the solution for tomorrow’s space explorers.

Innovations in Space
Cell-phone cameras, water filters, and ear thermometers are just a few examples of NASA technology now considered commonplace. Discover how these and other NASA innovations benefit us every day, and what new technologies are on the horizon.

Camp Registration is non-refundable due to the high-demand of our camp sessions. Changes in camp dates will result in a $25 change fee.

*GEMINI*
Entering 4th– 5th Grades

Campers can attend morning, afternoon or combine two sessions for a full-day experience. Each session includes age-appropriate hands-on activities and fun projects. Full-day campers must bring a sack lunch. Maximum enrollment is 25 children per session. $110 per half-day, week-long session per child. Single days are not offered. Early-bird registration discount of 10% through March 31.

	AM SESSION (9a-12p)	PM SESSION (1p-4p)
May 27-30	So Much Space	Propelling Through Space
June 2-6	Innovations in Space	Sustainability in Space
June 9-13	Propelling Through Space	So Much Space
June 16-20	Sustainability in Space	Innovations in Space
June 23 -27	So Much Space	Propelling Through Space
June 30-July 4	NO CAMP THIS WEEK	NO CAMP THIS WEEK
July 7-11	Innovations in Space	Sustainability in Space
July 14-18	Propelling Through Space	So Much Space
July 21-25	Sustainability in Space	Innovations in Space

*APOLLO*
Entering 6th – 8th Grade
Each Apollo camp runs full days, from 9am-4pm, for one week only and features hands-on activities that explore new concepts, expanding the minds of even the most skeptical young scientists. $250 per week. Early-bird registration discount of 10% through March 31.

Maximum enrollment is 25 children/session. Campers must bring a sack lunch. Single days and half-days are not offered.

June 16-20, Space Films, APOLLO
June 23-27, Who’s Dr. Who? APOLLO
July 7-11, Adv. Astronomy, APOLLO
July 14-18, Space Films, APOLLO
July 28-Aug 1, Adv. Astronomy, APOLLO

Register for APOLLO now!!! Before all spaces are filled.

Who is Dr. Who?: Science fiction shows offer viewers a perspective into the future and a look at where science may lead us. Delve into popular science fiction programs and characters to see how well these shows portray actual science principles.

Space Films: Lights, camera, action! Use basic cinematography techniques to create your own science-themed films. Lab equipment, tools, and experiments will be available for campers to incorporate into their film creations.

Advanced Astronomy: Examine the night sky, extra-solar planets, and the factors influencing life on other planets. Proper tools are important for astronomers, so campers will making a Galileo-type refracting telescope and use professional solar telescopes. Presented by Tony LaConte of Stargazing for Everyone.

Camp Registration is non-refundable due to the high-demand of our camp sessions. Changes in camp dates will result in a $25 change fee.

Note your spot for camp will not be reserved until payment is received.