Pathfinder

Pathfinder® provides an exciting introduction to Space Camp®, Aviation Challenge® Camp or Space Camp Robotics in three-day, two-night programs for groups.

Space Program Activities:
Build a model rocket, train like an astronaut and work in mission control or launch as part of the flight crew on a simulated space mission!

Aviation Program Activities:
Learn land survival techniques, fly air-to-air simulated missions and compete in a Top Gun competition!

  • Centrifuge
  • Flight Physiology
  • Flight Simulators
  • Introduction to Land Survival
  • Introduction to Principles of Flight
  • Gift Shop
  • Movie
  • On-site meals

Robotics Program Activities:
Learn how to design, engineer and program aerial, land and underwater robots to compete in a timed robotics challenge!

  • Learn to program with LEGO® MINDSTORM® EV3 software
  • Design, build and modify robots
  • Operate aerial and underwater remotely operated vehicles
  • Compete in a specially designed challenge
  • Gift Shop
  • Movie
  • On-site meals
Program activities are led by Camp staff. Adult chaperones participate in the program. As with any school field trip function, chaperones are responsible for student behavior and medications. Our clinic is staffed by nurses, and security is on watch 24-hours each day to assist guests.
Groups have the option to attend:
Fall/Winter/Spring--Monday to Wednesday, Wednesday to Friday, or Friday to Sunday sessions
Summer—Friday to Sunday sessions


Request availabilityGroups programs available year-round. Click "Request Availability" to check date availability for your group

Packing List
  • Padlock for your locker
  • Toiletries: soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush
  • Sleeping bag or twin size sheets, blanket and pillowcase (pillow provided)
  • Towels and washcloths
  • Appropriate clothing for changing weather conditions
  • Close-toe shoes (required for some simulators)
  • Calling card/Cell phone*
    • Cell phone usage by trainees is not permitted during program activities
  • Shower shoes
  • Change or $1 bills for vending machines
  • Cameras and Video Cameras are encouraged

Snacks containing nuts, may contain nuts, or processed in a facility with nuts are not allowed and will be immediately discarded without reimbursement.
*While we make every effort to ensure that camp areas such as our Habitats and Camp Galley are a nut-free environment, we cannot guarantee the total absence of nut products on our premises.

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

Pathfinder
Arrival window: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Graduation: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
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