Challenger Learning Center of Kansas offers a unique hands-on program designed to promote teamwork, problem solving, decision-making and communication skills. Team members will perform tasks and face the same challenges as real NASA astronauts, scientists and engineers. The core activity is a two-hour space simulation program that takes place in state-of-the art space simulation environments, including a space station and a Mission Control center modeled after NASA'a Johnson Space Center.

All missions require at least 14 participants and no more than 30

meals/snacks/catering can be added for an additional cost

Mission Overview:

Upon arrival at the Challenger Learning Center of Kansas, ‘space-travelers’ will be transported to the year 2076 and enter into the world of the future. Your Mission Commander will greet your team and escort them to the Mission Briefing Room where they will be oriented to their mission objectives. The group will be assigned to their mission stations in either Mars Control or the Mars Transport Vehicle.

A now routine Voyage to Mars has brought the latest human crew into Martian orbit. Control of the incoming flight has been transferred from Houston's Mission Control to Mars Control at Chryse Station. The crew arriving from Earth on the Mars Transport Vehicle has been specially trained to replace the existing crew of astronauts, which has manned Mars Control for the past two years. After arriving on the Martian surface, the team will collect and analyze a number of planetary samples and data. This information is vital to scientists and explorers for a better understanding of the Red Planet.

Together the crew will place their spaceship into martian orbit. To gather the data needed to analyze martian soil samples, they will have to function as a team and utilize their best communication and analytical skills. This mission experience provides participants a unique opportunity to improve their teamwork, communication, problem solving, and decision-making skills in a fun, interactive environment. But, be prepared for the unexpected...

you never know what awaits your team in space!