An additional two hours of thematic programming is available as a companion to the scenarios at an additional fee. While your students are not launching in the Shuttle, or working in our Space Station, take advantage of these hands-on activities to complete a full day at the center. To find out more, just click on EVA.
It is the year 2061. In orbit around the Sun, between Earth and Mars. A Space
Station moves toward its long awaited target: Halley's Comet. It has not
passed through our solar system in 76 years and won't be back for a very
long time. The flight crew has just two hours to determine a rendezvous point
with the comet and launch a scientific probe into its tail. This is literally
a chance of a lifetime!
Return to the Moon
The year is 2015. For the first time since 1972, a crew of astronauts is
returning to the Moon... this time to stay. Leaving Earth's orbit, then
entering lunar orbit, they will launch a probe to the Moon's surface to gather
data which will help them determine the best lunar landing site. Their goal
is to establish a permanent base on the lunar surface for observation and
exploration and as a stepping stone for future, manned explorations.
Voyage to Mars
Our voyage begins in the year 2076 with a new crew of astronauts en route to
the Red Planet. The purpose of their voyage is to replace the existing crew
which has manned Mars Control for the last two years. Control of the incoming
flight has been transferred from Mission Control in Houston to Mars Control at
Chryse Station. Mars Control must safely guide the Mars Transport Vehicle (MTV)
into Martian orbit and to a safe landing.Before the returning crew begins their journey back to Earth, a weather satellite will be launched to replace a satellite already in Mars orbit.
© 2001 Buehler Challenger & Science Center
Come see our exciting Career Opportunities