Space Camp

Space Camp is just what you think it is – it’s a camp experience where you learn and experience a ton of different aspects about life as an astronaut, working at NASA, and exploring places beyond Earth! Wisconsin 4-H Space Camp participants experience the Pathfinder Program. The Pathfinder Program is a 3 day experience where youth participate in a variety of simulated space activities at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, such as:

• A Simulated Space Mission (including roles at mission control, on the ISS, in a space shuttle, and on the surface of the moon)
• A variety of Space Simulators such as the multi-axis trainer, five degrees of freedom chair, and the space shot.
• Building and launching their own model rocket.
• On-site meals and sleeping habitats simulating a real space training experience.
• Learning all about space exploration and astronaut life in museum tours guided by a Space Camp expert.
• A team quiz bowl where participants test their knowledge against others at the end of camp.

Those are just a few of the activities that youth will experience while at Space Camp. Every activity has an educational purpose with the goal of teaching kids all about space, STEM, and teamwork. 

Any youth in grades 6-8 may register to go to Space Camp. Many counties provide scholarship funding. Check with your local county office on how to apply for scholarship funding for Space Camp.

For more information go to https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/statewide-events-and-opportunities/space-camp/