Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Exploring the Moon – Campers will enjoy learning about the moon with fun activities like creating and designing spacesuits, building Earth/moon models, and constructing craters. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more. Grades 1 - 2 July 20 - 24
Discovering the Sun – Campers will build solar-powered devices to learn how to harness the sun’s energy. Additionally, campers will safely observe the Sun with telescopes and solar models. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more. Grades 3 - 4 July 20-24
Lighting Our Way – Campers will construct spectrometers and participate in exciting activities to learn about the electromagnetic spectrum. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more. Grades 5 - 6 July 20-24
This event has gone to the Moon! We will watch the moon landing and create moon crafts. Snacks too, like Moon Phase Oreos and freeze dried treats! FOR TEENS 13-18.