Air Zoo 2017 Education Program Guide by Air Zoo

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From the President & CEO Since opening our doors over 35 years ago, the Air Zoo has made remarkable strides in educating and inspiring guests of all ages through providing the coolest aviation and space experiences around. What remains, however, is a critical need to do more… to expand on our proven successes and develop new and innovative initiatives… now. Over the past several years, we’ve successfully met goals and gained both the confidence and momentum needed to build upon those successes and springboard us into action. Through our educational exhibits, community outreach programs, and hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) public programming, we expect to inspire over 140,000 people again this year, and our highly-targeted, multimedia campaigns are bringing science to life in more classrooms, community rooms, and living rooms than ever before. While the Air Zoo’s reach rapidly expands towards Chicago, Detroit, and Grand Rapids, the impact in our local communities continues to be broad and deep. We live in a world, a country, a state, and a community where the need to excite and ignite minds, young and old, in order to build the next-generation technical workforce has reached critical levels. Over the next two decades, local companies are forecasting the need for thousands of additional technical workers, a need that will go largely unfilled if we do not work together to find solutions. As a result, the Air Zoo must continue to become bolder and more robust with our exhibits, programs, and services; we must expand our impact in order to help develop the education/workforce pipeline that will ensure a thriving community for generations to come. These are critical priorities in our strategic plan, and we can’t wait. And so we are thrilled to provide our 2017 Education Program Guide to the community. Through exciting, hands-on, inquiry-based STEAM programs, we want to help our schools, our teachers, our parents, our libraries, and our community organizations inspire and educate our youth in those disciplines and show them the pathways to some remarkable careers that await. We want to give every student the chance to fall in love with science, technology, engineering, art, and math with their hands, with their minds, and with their hearts, and we want to show them that a remarkable future awaits if they continue to work hard in pursuit of this passion. We look forward to working with all of YOU, our community education partners, to make this happen! Ad Astra - To the Stars!

Troy Thrash President & CEO

Table of Contents Education Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Planning Your Visit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 PreK - 5th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 6th - 8th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-14 9th - 12th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Science On The Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tours & Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18 Winter Break Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Camps: Spring Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Overnights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Camps: Summer Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22 Scouting: Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24 Scouting: Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

Introduction

The Air Zoo is one of the nation’s premier, hands-on, indoor aerospace and science education centers. Housing one of the largest collections of rare aircraft, spacecraft, and science, military, and aerospace artifacts in the U.S., the Air Zoo combines interactive and educational experiences with once-in-a-lifetime activities, including interactive exhibits, full-motion flight simulators, and a 4D movie theater. The Air Zoo’s educational programs are designed to fulfill Common Core requirements, including Next Generation Science Standards, and all programs are developed by the Air Zoo’s certified Michigan teachers. Educators who have experienced the Air Zoo’s unique, hands-on approach to learning find that whether they host the Air Zoo’s educators at their own location, or travel with their students to the Air Zoo, our innovative programs engage students and inspire them to further explore the world of science and the many local science and aerospace careers that await them.

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Education Overview The Air Zoo’s world-class, state-certified education team focuses on creating affordable and interactive educational programs that not only fulfill multiple educational standards, but also stimulate and engage each student, inspiring learners to continue their personal exploration of science long after the program’s conclusion.

This Program Guide is color-coded for ease of use.

All Air Zoo education programs are developed by certified Michigan teachers who utilize a unique approach of combining dynamic lesson plans and hands-on activities with oncein-a-lifetime experiences. Designed to fulfill Common Core requirements, including Next Generation Science Standards, the Air Zoo’s programs strive to encourage a student’s innate curiosity while instilling the fundamental scientific, technological, engineering, artistic, and mathematical (STEAM) tools needed for success in today’s world.

9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Grades

The Air Zoo’s education team can also bring these amazing programs into the community. Our educators can travel to your location and conduct interactive, fun, and engaging programs normally offered on-site at the Air Zoo. This option is a fun and exciting way to supplement current lessons, or can be used as a reward to motivate students toward an important goal. With financial assistance and scholarships available through the Air Zoo’s Science Inspiration Fund, the world of STEAM education is now accessible to more children, regardless of socioeconomic status. Students are sure to have an unforgettable experience with the Air Zoo’s educational programs!

Questions? Ready to schedule? Contact the Air Zoo Events Staff: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Grades 6th, 7th, 8th Grades

Program Subject Icon Guide:

Space Science

Chemistry

Physics

Meteorology

Electricity

Aviation

Forensic Science

Biology

History

Earth Science

Science On The Go Scouting

Special Programs, Events & Tours

Overnights & Camps

Planning Your Visit To Schedule a Visit Please contact the Air Zoo Group & Event Sales team at (269) 350-2848, or at Events@AirZoo.org, for reservations. Your reservation is finalized when you receive an official visit confirmation with your group’s itinerary and visit details. Please contact your Air Zoo Event Coordinator one week prior to your group’s visit to provide your final estimated attendance numbers of both students and adults in order for us to best facilitate your group’s visit.

Chaperones We encourage school groups to have chaperones attend at a ratio of 1 per 5 for PRE-K, and 1 per 10 for K-12 students. For school field trips, when admissions are paid in a single transaction on behalf of the entire group, one (1) adult will receive a complimentary admission with every ten (10) paid student admissions. The Air Zoo does not differentiate between teachers, parents, etc., but will provide your group with one free adult admission at the ratio of one (1) for every ten (10) paid students. Additional adults beyond this ratio will be eligible for a special chaperone admission rate.

Payments / Refunds Fees for a field trip are due upon arrival of your group at the Air Zoo. Payments with cash, credit/debit cards (including VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express), and checks are accepted. It is common for field trips to arrive with pre-printed checks for the amount of estimated costs calculated based on anticipated attendance. Frequently, attendance may differ from anticipated numbers due to student illness, etc. In the event a pre-printed check is in excess of the amount due at arrival, a refund check for the overage will be mailed. Please allow two weeks for refund processing. No refunds or cancellations are possible for pre-arranged catered food service charges on the day of your visit.

Accessibility The Air Zoo strives to offer quality experiences to every individual, of every ability level. Our facilities are wheelchair accessible and designed to accommodate all patrons. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for use within our facilities. If your group has special needs, please ask your Air Zoo Events Coordinator what special arrangements might be available to ensure the best possible visit for your group.

Arrivals We appreciate your help with ensuring a smooth and efficient check-in process upon arrival at the Air Zoo. Please provide the actual number of students attending with your group upon arrival and, if possible, the number of adults. For groups arriving by bus(es) during the school week (M-F), please travel through the circular drive in front of the Air Zoo’s Main Campus facility, and stop in our group drop-off unloading zone directly in front of the main lobby entrances. We request your group remain on the bus until our Event Coordinators greet you and assist with bringing your group into the facility. Multiple groups often arrive at the same time, or very close together, and it is much faster to begin your Air Zoo adventure by allowing our staff to advise you on museum entrance timing. For large groups, portions of your group may be brought in at separate times in order to accelerate the check-in process. If your visit itinerary has your group split into multiples (“crews” named by letters), these individual sub-groups may be brought in individually and started on their scheduled activities. To facilitate this process, it is helpful if your students and adults are aware of their “crew” designations prior to the group’s arrival.

Late Arrivals The Air Zoo attempts to accommodate late groups with planned activities. Because museum resources may be serving multiple groups on the day of your visit, groups arriving later than their scheduled arrival time may not be able to participate in all scheduled activities. Visit schedules will be adjusted to include as much of the planned activities as possible, but commitments to other groups may require the omission of some activities in the event of a late arrival.

Cancellations The Air Zoo understands that cancellations will occur due to weather, transportation issues, etc. In the event of a cancellation, please contact the Air Zoo ASAP if your group will be unable to attend a scheduled field trip or event. Because the Air Zoo is in high demand, this may allow another group to visit during the scheduled time. When a cancellation occurs, we will gladly work with you to schedule a visit at an alternate date and/or time. For cancellations with less than 72 hours notice, any pre-arranged catering or food service charges will be cancelled only at the discretion of the Air Zoo.

Lunch Accommodations Meals are available at the Kitty Hawk Café, located within the Air Zoo. Specially priced meals are available when arranged in advance of your visit, and vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, and other special dietary requests may be available. The Air Zoo also allows groups to bring in sack lunches for students during a school field trip. No refrigeration is available for sack lunches. Seating space in our café is limited for lunches, and groups wishing to enjoy a lunch during their field trip will receive an itinerary that includes a designated time and location for seating accommodations. The Air Zoo strives to accommodate the needs of all groups.

Parking The Air Zoo has a large parking lot with free parking available for passenger vehicles and large parking spaces designated for buses and similar large vehicles.

Funding options available! Contact the Air Zoo today for information on new funding options that may enable classrooms to participate in an Air Zoo field trip or outreach experience free of charge. Contact our Events Staff at (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org for details.

PreK - 5th

Fantastic Flying PreK - K Discover how people learned to fly by studying birds and experimenting with kites, gliders, and planes! Young aviators explore the forces of flight, compare the shapes and structures of a bird’s body with an airplane’s, and learn about basic aircraft construction while making their own takehome flying machines. This highly-interactive program provides students with a strong, introductory knowledge of aviation principles and inspires them to learn more! $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-PS2-1, K-PS2-2, K-ETS1-2

Ocean Kids PreK - K Students “dive” into the ocean using realistic puppets, ocean-themed music, and dramatic play to experience the diversity of animal species below the waves. Fish, sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, rays, and more will come to life in this wild ocean environment. Young oceanographers will take home their own unique octopus puppet. $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: LS1.C, K-LS1-1, K-ESS2-2, K-ESS3-1

Weather Explorers PreK - K Children encounter air pressure at work with a large, puppet version of the “Cat in the Hat”, and explore the question; “What is weather, and why is it important to us?” Students learn about and utilize the vocabulary of weather, view instruments used to measure our changing atmosphere, and create tools to measure wind direction in this wacky weather workshop. $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-PS3-1, PS3.B, K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2, ESS2.D

Astronauts K - 2nd Grade Astronauts are living in space! Join us for an astronaut challenge as students learn about the special tools and equipment used aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Young explorers end the class by designing their own space suits to take home! $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-1, 2-PS1-3, K-2-ETS1-1, ETS1.A

PreK - 5th

High Flying Fun K - 2nd Grade Discover how people learned to fly by studying birds and experimenting with kites, gliders, and planes! After comparing the shapes and functions of a bird’s body with an airplane, young aviators make their own takehome flying machines. This highly-interactive program provides students with a strong, introductory knowledge of aviation principles and inspires them to learn more! $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-PS2-1, K-PS2-2, K-2-ETS1-1

Ocean Odyssey K - 2nd Grade Examine marine aquatic ecosystems, including coral reefs and the deep sea, and learn about the inhabitants that call them “home”. Using realistic marine puppets, children visualize and experience the biodiversity and adaptations of these unique ocean animals. Oceanthemed music will get the kids moving as they conclude the class with an oceanic craft project. $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: LS1.C, LS2.A, LS2.D, LS4.C, K-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1, K-PS3-1, 2-LS4-1

Primary STEAM Engineering Challenge K - 2nd Grade Jump into the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff and then design and build a bridge to protect the Goats from the Troll. Using the engineering design process, young engineers will work in teams to test and then reengineer their creation. $4* - 45 minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-PS2-1, K-PS2-2, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2, K-2-ETS1-3

Magnet Busters 1st – 3rd Grade Explore the wonders of working with magnets while applying the Law of Magnetism to specific problem-solving activities. Students experiment with natural magnets, man-made magnets, electromagnets, and a magnetic sensor to investigate and collect data on what types of materials a magnetic field will pass through. $4* - 45 Minutes

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K-2-ETS1-3, 1-LS1-1, 3-PS2-1, 3-PS2-2, 3-PS2-3, 3-PS2-4

PreK - 5th

Milky Way 1st – 3rd Grade The solar system is brought down to Earth as students view the planets in our new portable planetarium! Young astronomers act out the movements of the sun, moon, and Earth to describe the patterns of night and day in this out-of-this-world program. Program available beginning February, 2017.

$4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: ESS1.B, 1-ESS1-1, 3-PS2-2

Slime Science 1st – 3rd Grade Experience chemical changes by creating a variety of “slime” substances in the lab. This messy program includes measuring, using proper lab practices while adhering to the scientific method, and exploring the properties of matter. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: PS1.A, K-2-ETS1-2, 3-5-ETS1-3

Storm Chasers 3rd Grade Young meteorologists make weather observations, use weather map skills, and operate weather instruments while learning the science behind our changing atmosphere. Students study natural hazards like tornadoes and floods by interacting with a dry-ice tornado and a 5-foot stream table model. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: ESS2.D, 3-ESS2-1, 3-ESS3-1, 3-PS2-2

Dynamic Earth 2nd – 4th Grade Children reveal Michigan history by digging out “fossils” and learn to interpret map data in this hands-on class. Observe simulated glacial movements that re-create the formation of the Great Lakes. Alter the landscape in our 5-foot stream table model to prevent water erosion and flooding! $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 2-ESS1-1, 2-ESS2-1, 2-ESS2-2, 2-ESS2-3 MI, 3-LS4-1, 4-ESS1-1 MI, 4-ESS2-2, ESS2.A, ESS2.C, LS4.A

PreK - 5th

Getting Into Grasshoppers

3rd – 5th Grade

Grasshoppers have organ systems that function very much like those of humans. Budding biologists will dissect grasshoppers to examine the external and internal organs that support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction. $6* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 3-LS4-2, 4-LS1-1, LS1.A

Hot Wired 3rd – 5th Grade Students learn the fundamentals of electricity while constructing multiple open and closed circuits, building electromagnets, and relaying messages on a real telegraph! This exploratory course is designed to give students an understanding of how electricity and energy are transferred to devices used in daily life. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: PS2.B, 3-PS2-3, 4-PS3-2, 4-PS3-4, 3-5-ETS1-3

Intermediate STEAM Engineering Challenge 3rd – 5th Grade After learning what it takes to build a strong structure in our new Imagination Playground, future engineers will work in teams to design, build, test, and redesign a hurricane tower able to withstand wind and rain. Are you up for the challenge? $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 3-PS2-1, 3-5-ETS1-1, 3-5-ETS1-2, 3-5-ETS1-3

Life in Space 3rd – 5th Grade Students discover the social and physiological challenges posed by extended stays in space, and see the systems used to sustain life aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Given a Commander, Engineer, or Mission Specialist role, young astronauts work as a team to complete a challenge that simulates the conditions experienced during a spacewalk. They also learn about current scientific experiments taking place in space and discuss their potential benefits. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: ESS2.E, ESS3.A, LS1.C, 3-5-ETS1-1, 4-PS3-4, 5-ESS3-1

PreK - 5th

Young Aviators 3rd – 5th Grade Students explore the science and history of flight during this exciting, hands-on experience. Young Aviators experiment with the four forces of flight and learn how to manipulate airplane control surfaces to make their own take-home glider soar! $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 3-5-ETS1-3, 4-PS3-4, 5-PS2-1

Blast Into Space 4th – 5th Grade Aspiring astrophysicists investigate the forces placed on an astronaut during a space mission and explore ways of increasing a rocket’s kinetic energy using Newton’s Third Law of Motion. Students learn the science involved in a real mission to Mars and discover how difficult it is to drive a rover on the Red Planet. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 3-5-ETS1-3, 4-PS3-2, 5-PS2-1

Junior Imagineers 4th – 5th Grade Young engineers demonstrate their knowledge of work, energy, and forces while exploring the history and power of simple machines during this hands-on STEAM workshop! After designing and building their own siege machines and participating in a “castle wars” activity, students return home excited about science and engineering! $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 3-5-ETS1-1, 3-5-ETS1-3

Lightning Volt 4th – 5th Grade Students discover the fantastic world of static electricity while creating voltage between different objects and transferring electrical energy from one object to another. Activities include experimentation with a Wimshurst static machine, the world’s first battery, and the “hair-raising” 325,000-volt Van de Graaff generator. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: PS3.B, 4-PS3-2, 4-PS3-4

PreK - 5th

Rockin’ Roller Coasters 4th – 5th Grade Young physicists learn how speed, mass, g-force, and potential energy affect the design of the most popular thrill rides on the planet. Students use engineering principles to cooperatively build and test their own large-scale roller coasters in this popular class experience! $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 4-PS3-4, 5-PS2-1, 3-5-ETS1-2, 3-5-ETS1-3

Seeing Stars 4th – 5th Grade Look out into the universe and investigate the sun and stars in our new portable planetarium! Check out the view from above to observe the patterns of the day and night skies before gravity pulls you back down to Earth. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 5-PS2-1, 5-ESS1-1, 5-ESS1-2

Program available beginning February, 2017.

Slime Works 4th – 5th Grade Students investigate the science of polymers while exploring the properties of matter in common household materials. Through testing a variety of “slime” substances in a lab setting, future chemists learn how different combinations of chemicals can result in oozing oobleck, gooey gak, and squirmy slime. Young scientists develop proper lab practices while adhering to the Scientific Method. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 5-PS1-3, 5-PS1-4, 3-5-ETS1-3

The Eyes Have It 4th – 5th Grade How does light move through the parts of the eye and get processed by the brain? Investigate the sense of sight in this cow eye dissection class that will make you see the light! $6* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 4-LS1-1, LS1.A, 4-LS1-2

PreK - 5th

This IS Rocket Science! 4th – 5th Grade Young astrophysicists participate in the static test launch of a model rocket, collect data, and make observations of how rockets work. Students gain a working knowledge of physical forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion while investigating the exchange of thermal energy, creating real-life action/reaction scenarios, and building and launching (weather permitting) their own model rockets. Students take home a reusable model rocket. $8* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: 4-PS3-4, PS3.D, 5-PS2-1, PS2.B

Funding options available!

Contact the Air Zoo today for information on new funding options that may enable classrooms to participate in an Air Zoo field trip or outreach experience free of charge. Contact our Events Staff at (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org for details.

6th - 8th

Advanced STEAM Engineering Challenge 6th - 8th Grade Budding engineers expand their knowledge of mechanical advantage, energy, and work while exploring the history and influence of machines in this exciting, hands-on STEAM workshop. After designing and building a compound machine and participating in an innovative engineering challenge, students are sure to go home excited about science and engineering. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-5, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4

Aviation Design 6th – 8th Grade What does it take to design a new aircraft? Aspiring aerospace engineers examine this engineering challenge through studying the four forces of flight, exploring angle of attack, and piloting the Air Zoo’s unique full-motion flight simulators. Students explore aircraft design and aerodynamic principles while building and testing their own wing prototypes in the Air Zoo’s wind tunnel. $6* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4

6th - 8th

A View from Orbit 6th – 8th Grade Let the planets and stars come to you in our new portable planetarium! Students will examine the reasons for the seasons, moon phases, and eclipses while watching the sun-earth-moon system come to life. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS1-2, MS-ESS1-3

Program available beginning February, 2017.

Flight School Science 6th – 8th Grade Students explore the science and history of flight during this hands-on experience. Participants design and build FPG-9 gliders and experiment with the four forces of flight, control surfaces, and Bernoulli’s Principle. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: PS2.A, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4, MS-ETS1-2

Getting Into Grasshoppers 6th – 8th Grade Grasshoppers have organ systems that function very much like those of humans. Budding biologists will dissect grasshoppers to examine the external and internal organs that support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction. $6* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-LS1-3, LS1.A

High Voltage 6th – 8th Grade Students learn the fundamentals of electricity while constructing multiple open and closed circuits, generating electric currents using magnets, and building real electric motors! This exploratory course is designed to give students an understanding of electricity and how energy is transferred to devices used in daily life. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5

6th - 8th

Kinetic Coasters 6th – 8th Grade Young physicists learn how acceleration, the Law of Conservation of Energy, and potential and kinetic energy affect the design of the most popular thrill rides on the planet! Students use engineering principles to cooperatively build and test their own roller coasters. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-5, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4

Mission To Space 6th – 8th Grade Investigate how aerospace engineers use rockets and space planes to tackle the challenges of reaching space in the 21st century. Students apply their knowledge of Newton’s Laws of Motion while working within time and budget constraints to design successful space vehicles. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-5, MS-ESS1-3

Mystery At The Museum 6th – 8th Grade A “crime” has been committed at the Air Zoo! Young forensic investigators will learn about real-world Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) protocols, and identify a suspect using clues found throughout the Air Zoo. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: ETS1.B, RST.6-8.9

The Eyes Have It 6th – 8th Grade How does light move through the parts of the eye and get processed by the brain? Investigate the sense of sight in this cow eye dissection class that will make you see the light! $6* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-LS1-3, MS-LS1-8, LS1.A

6th - 8th

The Forces Are With You 6th – 8th Grade Young scientists utilize engaging models to demonstrate the power of physics and learn about Newton’s Laws of Motion. Basic physics principles come to life as students manipulate variables during hovercraft testing and construct catapults to test the formula: Force = Mass x Acceleration. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-2, MS-ETS1-2, PS3.A, PS3.B, PS3.C

This IS Rocket Science! 6th – 8th Grade Young astrophysicists participate in the static test launch of a model rocket, collect data, and make observations of how rockets work. Students gain a working knowledge of physical forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion while investigating the exchange of thermal energy, creating real-life action/reaction scenarios, and building and launching (weather permitting) their own model rockets. Students take home a reusable model rocket. $8* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-4

Watts Up? 6th – 8th Grade Discover the fantastic world of static electricity while creating voltage between different objects. Students explore the structure of the atom, the Law of Electrostatics, and the power of electrical potential energy by experimenting with a Wimshurst static machine and the “hair-raising” 325,000-volt Van de Graaff generator. $4* - 1 hour

Fulfills the Following Requirements: MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5

Funding options available!

9th - 12th

Aeronautical Engineering 9th – 12th Grade What does it take to design a new aircraft? Aspiring aeronautical engineers examine this real-world engineering challenge and study Bernoulli’s Principle of air pressure, lift-to-drag ratios, and flight controls. Students explore aircraft design and aerodynamic principles, build and test wing prototypes in the Air Zoo’s wind tunnel, and put their flying skills to the test in the Air Zoo’s full-motion flight simulators. $6* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: HS-PS2-1, HS-PS2-2, HS-PS3-3, ETS1.C, HS-ETS1-2

Crime Scene Investigation 101 9th – 12th Grade A “crime” has been committed at the Air Zoo! The focus of this innovative and unique class involves solving an Air Zoo mystery utilizing real-world Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) protocols. Young sleuths lift and identify finger prints, analyze trace evidence with microscopes, and synthesize evidence from the crime scene to identify a suspect. Student Crime Scene Investigators work cooperatively to determine the guilty party while discovering CSI careers, real crime-scene procedures, and evidence-collection and preservation techniques. $6* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: WHST-9-12.7, HSN-Q.A.3, RST.9-10.9, RST.11-12.9

Living History Of WWII 9th – 12th Grade Students gain a uniquely personal perspective of the war that changed the world by participating in several realistic role-playing challenges. Students decide whether to enlist in the armed forces, or wait to possibly be drafted, and explore the consequence of their decisions. In addition to experiencing life in various combat zones, students examine how participation in World War II altered the roles of various minority groups living in the United States. $6* - 2 hours

Fulfills the Following Requirements: K1.4, K1.6, K1.9, P2.2, P2.4, P2.5, USHG 7.2.3

Take birthdays to new heights at the Air Zoo! Give your child an unforgettable day at an award-winning party destination! With the Air Zoo’s exclusive “hands-on” science experiences, 100+ rare aircraft and spacecraft, amusement park rides, full-motion flight simulators, a selection of yummy birthday treats, and more, you’ll set a new standard for birthday fun! In addition to a full day of unlimited rides and access to all of the Air Zoo’s facilities and permanent exhibits, your child and guests will have a blast participating in an amazing STEAM-based educational experience! There’s no need for party favors - each child will take home a cool project they’ve built, like erupting volcanoes or robot bugs! All packages include pizza, drinks, and cupcakes. Leave the planning to us and join in on the fun!

For information, email the Air Zoo’s Events Department: Events@AirZoo.org, or call (269) 350-2848

16 Science On The Go! “Science on the Go!” programs bring our Education team directly to your students of any grade level, performing the same amazing 45 – 60 minute educational programs in your classroom. This great alternative to an offsite field trip provides a unique way to supplement current lessons and/or reward students. Most of the Air Zoo’s education programs are available as “Science on the Go” experiences, including, but not limited to: Blast Into Space - Forces Are With You - Getting Into Grasshoppers - High Flying Fun - Hot Wired Junior Imagineers - Ocean Kids - Rockin’ Roller Coasters - The Eyes Have It - Young Aviators $200 for the first class (up to 32 students). $100 for each consecutive class of up to 32 students - additional supply fees apply for some classes. A travel fee of $0.50 per mile will apply for programs between 10 - 60 mile radius. Programs outside of a 60-mile range will be quoted a travel fee. Contact the Events Staff for info & registration: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

Science Floor Shows Live, interactive, and highly educational, the Air Zoo’s science floor shows are 30-minute programs for larger audiences of any grade level and include high-energy audience participation and exciting science demonstrations.

All About Air

Air is all around us and is essential to life, but what do we really know about it? Explore the properties of air and experiment with air pressure in this interactive demonstration that will take your breath away.

Subzero Science

What is colder than the coldest place on Earth? Liquid nitrogen! Investigate states of matter as we see liquid boil at room temperature and rubber become as brittle as glass. Freeze things, smash stuff, and pick up lots of cool science along the way.

Super Science of Superheroes and Super Villains

Wouldn’t you like to be able to climb walls like Spiderman? Or maybe you would rather learn the “attractive” secrets of a super villain like Magneto. With your superpowers, you will make objects disappear like the Invisible Woman and create the perfect Storm to blow away the villains. $250 for the first show; $125 for each consecutive show. A travel fee of $0.50 per mile will apply for programs between 10 - 60 mile radius. Programs outside of a 60-mile range will be quoted a travel fee. Contact the Events Staff for info & registration: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

Science On Stage Get more “bang” for your buck with these large-scale, 60-minute demonstrations for extra-large audiences of any grade level.

Fizz, Boom, Soar!

Get blown away by erupting liquids, a booming cannon, and soaring machines in this ultra-high-energy demonstration of physics, chemistry, and flight science that will get everyone out of their seats!

Sports Science: Train for the Games!

How do athletes train for baseball, swimming, volleyball, archery, and other sports? Investigate the science behind hand-eye coordination, center of gravity, balance, lung capacity, and much more. Continue your training under extreme conditions by experiencing the effects of weightlessness as you practice for a future of sports in space!

$400 for the first show; $200 for each consecutive show. A travel fee of $0.50 per mile will apply for programs between 10 - 60 mile radius. Programs outside of a 60-mile range will be quoted a travel fee. Contact the Events Staff for info & registration: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZtoo.org

17 Educational Tours

Let your students be a part of living history!

Victory through Air Power

$2* - 1 hour Explore the role of aviation in determining the outcome of World War II. This tour introduces participants to the theories, technologies, and tactics employed by the United States Army Air Corps and Navy which led to ultimate victory, and gives an overview of the processes used to train American military pilots and Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) volunteers.

Reaching for the Galaxy

$2* - 1 hour Visitors explore how science has advanced from the age of Sir Isaac Newton to today’s modern space travel. Investigate how the invention of the rocket has been used in both war and peace, experience the thrills of historic space programs, and explore life on the International Space Station (ISS).

Aerospace through the Ages

$2* - 1 hour Travel through time as you explore the history, innovation, and creativity of aviation technology, ranging from the Wright Flyer, to the powerful SR-71 Blackbird!

Working Renovation of American Aircraft

$2* - 1 hour Explore the restoration projects currently underway inside the Air Zoo’s Restoration Center with an expert guide. The Air Zoo has been selected by the National Naval Aviation Museum to oversee restoration of two historic World War II era aircraft recovered from the bottom of Lake Michigan after over 65 years; a Wildcat fighter and an SBD Dauntless dive bomber. Take a fascinating look back while gaining insight into historic aviation preservation.

Special Programs Education for Employment (EFE)

(through Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency)

Aviation Technology

Engineering, Manufacturing, & Industrial Technology Pathway

Credits/ Certifications: 4th Related Math Credit College Credit (Articulation): Northwestern Michigan College Western Michigan University

Dual Enrollment:

WMU/ Kellogg Community College

Eligibility/ Prerequisites:

Junior or Senior Solid math & science backgound This course is a great way to jump-start a career in aviation or space science. Students develop a broad knowledge base in subjects including the evolution of airplanes and commercial aviation, flight operations, aerodynamics, performance, regulations, and aircraft systems through participation in field trips, guest speakers, online learning, and shop projects. Contact KRESA’s EFE program: cameron.buck@kresa.org or (269) 250-9311

Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Corporate Engineering Challenge The Air Zoo and the South Central Michigan chapter of SWE will be hosting the fourth annual Corporate Engineering Challenge at the Air Zoo in February 2017. Girls aged 9-13 work with professional female engineers to complete math and engineering tasks, ultimately competing in an engineering competition between corporate-sponsored teams. This amazing opportunity allows girls who are interested in engineering to interact with successful professional female engineers who are working in diverse industries.

For more information & registration, visit www.AirZoo.org

18 Special Programs Lifelong Learners Classes The Air Zoo is hosting four Western Michigan University Osher Lifelong Learners Institute (OLLI) classes this fall. To register, contact OLLI at (269) 387-4200, or online at www.wmich.edu/olli/courses. OLLI Members $25, OLLI Non-Members $35 10 am – 12 pm Limit: 35

Aerospace through the Ages - September 8, 2016

“Aerospace through the Ages” explores the history, innovation, and creativity of aviation technology, ranging from the Wright Flyer to the powerful SR-71 Blackbird! This course begins with a 60-minute, docent-led walking tour, followed by an aerospace technology demonstration using the Air Zoo’s own wind tunnel. After the demonstration, there will be time for a follow-up discussion with one or more of our knowledgeable docents.

Reaching for the Galaxy - October 6,2016

“Reaching for the Galaxy” explores how space science has advanced from the age of Galileo to today’s modern space travel. Investigate how the invention of the rocket has been used in both war and peace, experience the thrills of historic space programs, and explore life on the International Space Station (ISS). The course begins with a 60-minute, docent-led walking tour, followed by a cow eyeball dissection class that focuses on the astronauts’ physical changes that take place while living in space.

Working Renovation of American Aircraft - November 3, 2016

“Working Renovation of American Aircraft” explores the restoration projects currently underway inside the Air Zoo’s Restoration Center (3101 East Milham Ave., Kalamazoo) with an expert Air Zoo guide. The Air Zoo has been selected by the National Naval Aviation Museum to oversee restoration of two historic World War II era aircraft recovered from the bottom of Lake Michigan after more than 65 years: a Wildcat fighter and a very rare SBD Dauntless dive bomber. Take a fascinating look back while gaining insight into historic aviation preservation. This course begins with a 60-minute, docent-led walking tour, followed by a restoration demonstration where visitors will have a hands-on opportunity to work on the aircraft.

Victory through Air Power - December 1, 2016 “Victory through Air Power” explores the role of aviation in determining the outcome of the Second World War. The course begins with a 60-minute, docent-led walking tour that introduces participants to the theories, technologies and tactics employed by the United States Army Air Corps and Navy that led to ultimate victory, as well as an overview of the processes used to train American military pilots and Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) volunteers. After the tour, there will be a demonstration of the outfitting and equipment provided to the aircrew of a typical B-17 bomber, and a follow-up discussion with one or more of our knowledgeable docents.

19 Winter Break Programs

Family Fun Days

Get out of the cold and join the fun at the Air Zoo during our Family Fun Days! Every Wednesday through Friday during winter break (December 21 – January 6), there will be special family activities including: • Themed crafts and games • Special guest visitors • Interactive demonstrations Check our website (www.airzoo.org) for the special Family Fun Day happenings each day!

$2 per person with purchase of General Admission; 11 am – 3 pm; Limit: While supplies last!

Camps: Spring Break

Spring Break +1 Camps Preschool

Kids, your favorite adult +1 is welcome to join you at camp so you can have twice the fun! We’ve listened to you busy parents, and for the first time, the Air Zoo is permitting 4 and 5 year old preschoolers who are toilet trained to attend without an adult. • 3 year olds must bring an adult chaperone • 4 and 5 year olds who are not toilet-trained must bring an adult chaperone • 4 and 5 year olds who are toilet-trained are welcome to bring an adult chaperone, but it is not required $25/child (one adult per child gets a free copilot wristband); 9 am – 12 pm; Limit 20

April 4

April 5

April 6

Many animals call trees their homes, and use them for warmth, shelter and raising their young. Campers will build a childsize tree from cardboard boxes, paper, and cardboard tubes, make models of raccoons, and act out a bear family drama.

What joy of discovery sparkles in the iridescence, surface tension, buoyancy, and shape of bubbles! From bubble shapes and bubble measurement to bubble skeletons and body bubbles, this camp will be slippery, soapy fun!

One child’s trash is another child’s treasure! Campers will hardly realize that they are learning math and science as they sort, count and classify uncovered treasures and begin their own collections in their home-made treasure chest.

Tree Homes

Bubble Festival

Treasure Boxes

Spring Break Day Camps K – 2nd and 3rd – 5th

Choose from a variety of science-based day camp programs that engage and inspire children to learn about the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Utilizing fun, exciting, and highly interactive programming, the Air Zoo guides young minds through creative and inquiry-based experiences that instill a lifelong passion for learning. $50/child; 9 am – 4 pm; K - 2nd grade: Limit 24, 3rd - 5th grade: Limit 24 Extended camp day is available from 4 pm – 5 pm for an additional $10 After 4 pm adults may purchase a wrist band at half price to take their children on rides.

April 4

April 5

April 6

Let out your inner creative genius as you invent a pod that will protect a passenger dropped from the Air Zoo’s balcony, design a bridge that can support a truck, perfect a bristlebot creation, and much more. Put on your thinking caps!

Can’t get enough of the cold? Have a frosty fun time with colder-than-ice liquid nitrogen and dry ice experiments inside our warm facility. Science has never been so cool!

Need to get away this spring? Join us as we fly away on an aerospace adventure. Rocket up, parachute down, and hover over for a day of flight and space exploration.

Innovation Station

Super Cool Science

Up, Up and Away

20 Overnights Overnights

Grab your sleeping bag and land under the SR-71B Blackbird, because you’re in for an overnight adventure! Our Overnights are designed to give you an after-hours experience like no other. Choose from three available themes. Our Overnights include: A scavenger hunt A tour of the museum Free-time to explore the museum and enjoy rides prior to, or after, the Overnight Choice of dinner (pizza buffet, Mexican buffet, hot dog bar, or pasta buffet) A bedtime snack Choice of breakfast (pancake breakfast, French toast bar, traditional breakfast, or southern breakfast) Kids will receive a special Air Zoo Overnight patch Overnights are not just for Scouts - they are a fun learning experience for any group! Student Overnights can also be adapted to work with your curriculum.

Super Sleuths

Do you have what it takes to investigate a crime scene and figure out “who dunnit?” Put all of your senses and scientific skills to the test in finding clues, examining fingerprints and “blood” splatter, and breaking secret codes to solve a puzzling crime.

Rocketry

Gain a working knowledge of physical forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion through racing the force of gravity, creating real-life action/reaction scenarios, and building and launching (weather permitting) your own reusable model rockets.

Aviation

Explore the science and history of aviation during this exciting hands-on experience. Young aviators experiment with the four forces of flight and learn about the dynamics of airplane flight while building take-home gliders.

Contact the Events Staff for info & registration: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

Merit Badge Overnights Boy Scout Space Exploration Merit Badge

Boy Scouts complete all of the requirements for the Space Exploration Merit Badge in this out-of-this-world overnight experience! Scouts gain a working knowledge of physical forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion through racing the force of gravity, creating real-life action/reaction scenarios, and building and launching (weather permitting) their own re-usable model rockets.

Boy Scout Aviation Merit Badge

Boy Scouts complete all of the requirements for the Aviation Merit Badge in a night of high-flying fun! Scouts explore history and careers in aviation, experiment with the four forces of flight, and learn about the dynamics of airplane flight while building take-home gliders.

Contact the Events Staff for info & registration: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

21 Camps: Summer Break

Summer Break Camps PreK - 12th Grade

The Air Zoo’s professional educators share the thrill of science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and aviation through cooperative activities and exciting hands-on experiments. Propel learning throughout summer break as “fun in the sun” takes on new meaning with the Air Zoo’s unique approach to science-based, summer day-programs. Camps are developed by the Air Zoo’s certified Michigan teachers.

Camp Highlights: Young scientists are immersed in STEAM subjects through exciting, interactive demonstrations, real science equipment, hands-on experiments, and take-home projects. Field experts share their knowledge with campers. Visitors have included: a bird specialist; a police captain; a meteorologist; geologists; crime scene investigators; local engineers; and sled dog trainers. Lively games, crafts, dramatic play, and children’s literature are integrated into daily lesson plans.

Campers explore the outdoors on the grounds surrounding the Air Zoo. A child’s natural curiosity to create and enjoy art is nurtured. Children investigate various STEAM and Aerospace career paths.

Campers Receive: Wristband to enjoy all of the Air Zoo’s rides and attractions; An exclusive Air Zoo summer camp t-shirt; and All supplies needed for camp participation.

22 Camps: Summer Break

Funding options available!

23 Scouting: Boys

Earn badges and awards! Register for a scheduled Super Saturday, or schedule your own private event!

Super Science Saturdays During the Air Zoo’s Super Science Saturdays, Cub Scouts complete many of the requirements for one or more Elective Adventure Loops and Webelo Adventure Pins in one exciting day! Each Super Science Saturday is tailored for a particular Cub Scout level. Other children may attend with the Cub Scout, but must be accompanied by an adult. The Air Zoo does not have the Adventure Loops and Pins, but each participating scout will receive an Air Zoo fun patch! Every registrant also receives a general admission wristband so they can explore the exhibits and rides after the program is over. Participants may bring their own lunches, or purchase lunch from the Kitty Hawk Café (prepaid at registration). Visit AirZooScouting.org for more information and registration.

Tiger Cub Super Science Saturday

Wolf Cub Super Science Saturday

Curiosity, Intrigue, and Magical Mysteries Adventure Loop and Sky is the Limit Adventure Loop During half of this Super Science Saturday, Tiger Cubs will complete all of the requirements for the Curiosity, Intrigue, and Magical Mysteries Adventure Loop. They will create a secret code, learn sign language and Braille, and put on a science “magic” show for visitors to the Air Zoo. In the other half of the day, Tiger Cubs will complete most of the requirements for the Sky is the Limit Adventure Loop. They will learn how to use a real telescope, make their own constellation telescopes, and investigate careers in astronomy and space exploration.

Digging in the Past Adventure Loop and Air of the Wolf Adventure Loop During half of this Super Science Saturday, Wolf Cubs will complete all of the requirements for the Digging in the Past Adventure Loop. The junior paleontologists will investigate fossils, learn about dinosaurs, and really dig into the past. In the other half of the day, Wolf Cubs will complete most of the requirements for the Air of the Wolf Adventure Loop. They will experiment with the properties of air and make and fly airplanes and kites.

November 5, 2016

9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: October 21, 2016 Late Registration (+$3 per person): October 22 – November 4, 2016 Fee: $17/Scout | $12/Adult

December 10, 2016

9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: November 25, 2016 Late Registration (+$3 per person): November 26 – December 9, 2016 Fee: $20/Scout | $12/Adult

Bear Cub Super Science Saturday

Webelo Super Science Saturday

Super Science Adventure Loop and Forensics Adventure Loop During half of this Super Science Saturday, Bear Cubs will complete all of the requirements for the Super Science Adventure Loop. They will experiment with static electricity, density, and chemical reactions in this super science adventure. In the other half of the day, Bear Cubs will complete most of the requirements for the Forensics Adventure Loop. The young CSI investigators will analyze fingerprints, separate substances using chemical analysis, and learn about careers in forensic science.

Adventures in Science Adventure Pin and Earth Rocks Adventure Pin During half of this Super Science Saturday, Webelos will complete most of the requirements for the Adventures in Science Adventure Pin. They will begin their “fair test” of a fertilizer’s effects on plant growth (to be finished at home or at future Scout meetings), make and launch (weather permitting) model rockets, and experiment with electric circuits. In the other half of the day, Webelos will complete most of the requirements for the Earth Rocks Adventure Pin. They will discuss geology with a visiting earth scientist, and learn to identify and test rocks and minerals. Scouts may complete the rock hunt requirements in advance of this event and bring in their finds to identify.

February 25, 2017

9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: February 10, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): February 11 - 24, 2017 Fee: $22/Scout | $12/Adult

Questions? Contact the Events Staff: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

March 25, 2017 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Limit: 70 participants - Registration Deadline: March 10, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): March 11 – 24, 2017 Fee: $24/Scout | $12/Adult

24 Scouting: Boys

Earn badges and awards! Register for a scheduled Super Saturday, or schedule your own private event!

Boy Scout Aviation Merit Badge Day January 21, 2017

9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Boy Scouts will complete all the requirements for the Aviation Merit Badge during this fun and engaging day of exploring the history and science behind flight. Investigate the forces of flight and the control surfaces of an airplane while touring the Air Zoo’s amazing collection of aircraft, and using a specialized wind tunnel. Make, fly, and modify your own take-home glider. Registrants may bring in a bag lunch or order lunch from the Kitty Hawk Café, prepaid at registration, for $6 each. Limit: 150 participants - Registration Deadline: January 6, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): January 7 – 20, 2017 Fee: $25/Scout | $12/Adult

Boy Scout Space Exploration Merit Badge Day April 22, 2017

9:00 am – 4:15 pm

Spend the day at the Air Zoo while completing all requirements for the Space Exploration Merit Badge. Discover both the historical and future implications of exploring space, research the technology and products developed directly from the space program, and build and launch (weather permitting) a model rocket. Registrants may bring in a bag lunch or order lunch from the Kitty Hawk Café, prepaid at registration, for $6 each. Limit: 150 participants - Registration Deadline: April 7, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): April 8 – 21, 2017 Fee: $27/Scout | $12/Adult

25 Scouting: Girls

Earn badges and awards! Register for a scheduled Super Saturday, or schedule your own private event!

Super Science Saturdays During the Air Zoo’s Super Science Saturdays, Girl Scouts complete the requirements for one or more badges in one exciting day! Each Super Science Saturday is tailored to meet specific Girl Scout requirements. Other children may attend with the Girl Scout, but must be accompanied by an adult. The Air Zoo does not have the badges, but each participating scout will receive an Air Zoo fun patch! Every registrant also receives a general admission wristband so that they can explore the exhibits and rides after the program is over. Participants may bring in their own lunches or plan to purchase lunch from the Kitty Hawk Café (prepaid at registration). Visit AirZooScouting.org for more information and registration.

Daisy Scout Super Science Saturday

Brownie Scout Super Science Saturday

Clover Petal Badge When you have earned your Clover Petal, you will know how to use resources wisely, just like Clover! You will investigate the importance of conserving one of our most valuable resources, water. After learning about recyclable materials and competing in a fast recycling challenge relay race, you will find new ways to use old materials by making your own recycled materials creation. It IS easy to be green!.

Senses Badge We rely on our five senses to provide information about the world around us. Just think about your favorite cookies. They look, smell, and taste delicious, and they sound and feel crunchy or gooey! Some people do not have the use of one of their senses and their other senses become super-acute. Sensory scientists will experiment with senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste during this sense-sational morning of fun!

January 7, 2017

9:00 am – 11:30 am

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: December 23, 2016 Late Registration (+$3 per person): December 24, 2016 - January 6, 2017 Fee: $17/Scout | $12/Adult

November 19, 2016

9:00 am – 11:30 am

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: November 4, 2016 Late Registration (+$3 per person): November 5 - 18, 2016 Fee: $17/Scout | $12/Adult

Brownie Scout Super Science Saturday

Junior Scout Super Science Saturday

Home Scientist Badge Science is all around you – in your home and at the Air Zoo! You are a scientist every time you observe, ask a question, or experiment, and if you pay careful attention you can learn all kinds of new things! You will investigate all types of science, using things that you can find right in your own home, as you cause a chemical reaction, make a polymer, experiment with static electricity, and create some strange – and edible – mixtures. Go mad with science!

Get Moving Journey This Super Science Saturday offers Juniors the opportunity to earn two of the three Girl Scout leadership awards in the Get Moving Journey – Energize and Investigate. You will examine the conservation of non-renewable energy resources and the use of renewable resources. After experimenting with electricity, you will learn how to unplug and save energy, and find fun ways to reduce reuse and recycle. Get energized, get moving, and go green!

March 11, 2017

9:00 am – 11:30 am

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: February 24, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): February 25 - March 10, 2017 Fee: $17/Scout | $12/Adult

Questions? Contact the Events Staff: (269) 350-2848 or Events@AirZoo.org

October 22, 2016

9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Limit: 60 participants - Registration Deadline: October 7, 2016 Late Registration (+$3 per person): October 8 - 21, 2016 Fee: $22/Scout | $12/Adult

26 Scouting: Girls

Earn badges and awards! Register for a scheduled Super Saturday, or schedule your own private event!

Junior Scout Super Science Saturday February 4, 2017

9:00 am – 11:30 am (Product Designer) 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Jewelry)

Product Designer and Jewelry Badges Choose your Super Science Saturday experience – register for one or both of these badges to create your own day of fun! Product designers will investigate, invent, and innovate to find out what makes for a great product and then design your own creations. All products are rigorously tested to make sure they work properly, and you will look for innovative solutions to improve your product’s performance and make it great! Jewelers will explore the design process, and fashion their own jewelry using a variety of beautiful materials. Use your creativity and make something wonderful to wear or to give as a gift! Limit: 32 participants each session - Registration Deadline: January 20, 2017 Late Registration (+$3 per person): January 21 - February 3, 2017 Fee: $17/Scout | $12/Adult for one session, or $24/Scout | $12/Adult for the combo!

Air Zoo Aviation Extravaganza

Calling all Girl Scouts!

April 29, 2017

11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Spread your wings and celebrate aviation at the Air Zoo with the Girls Scouts Heart of Michigan Council and the Western Michigan University College of Aviation This high-flying adventure is free with general admission! Girl Scouts who attend will enjoy:

• All About Air demonstrations • Girl Scout SWAP • Open cockpits • WMU College of Aviation air traffic control simulators • Aviation art • And much, much more! Advance registration is not necessary to attend this event, which is free with general admission! Purchase your Air Zoo admission tickets in advance at AirZooScouting.org to avoid the ticket counter lines, and get an Air Zoo lanyard at check in!

Overnights at the Air Zoo Grab your sleeping bag and land under the SR-71B Blackbird, because you’re in for an overnight adventure! Our Overnights are designed to give you an after-hours experience like no other. Choose from three available themes: • Super Sleuths Do you have what it takes to investigate a crime scene and figure out “who dunnit?” Put your all of your senses and scientific skills to the test in finding clues, examining fingerprints and “blood” splatter, and breaking secret codes to solve a puzzling crime. • Rocketry Gain a working knowledge of physical forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion through racing the force of gravity, creating real-life action/reaction scenarios, and building and launching (weather permitting) your own re-usable model rockets. • Aviation Explore the science and history of aviation during this exciting hands-on experience. Young aviators experiment with the four forces of flight and learn about the dynamics of airplane flight while building take-home gliders. Book your troop’s private overnight by contacting Events@AirZoo.org or (269) 350-2848!

HONORING WHAT HAS BEEN; INSPIRING WHAT WILL BE.

The Air Zoo and Western Michigan University invite you to attend the Science Innovation Hall of Fame Awards on Saturday, May 13th 2017. Enjoy a fun and highly-interactive evening recognizing and celebrating southwest Michigan high school students and K-12 level educators who have innovated and excelled within the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM). This event includes the induction of notable aviation & space pioneers into the Michigan Aviation Hall of Fame.

Join Michigan luminaries from all areas of industry, education, government, and the arts at this elegant, entertaining gala honoring our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best and brightest educators, students, and aerospace innovators.

For tickets and info visit:

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