VASC Space Science Exploration Program Description:

Girl Scouts of the USA: May 30-31, 2026

Scouting America: March 14-15, 2026

 

Blast off: Explore the Science of Space

Scouts will launch into an unforgettable learning adventure, exploring the mysteries of the universe and the science that makes space travel possible.

 

Program Highlights:

• Private IMAX viewing
• Mars & beyond: Explore the Wonders of our Solar System through modeling.
• Rocketry & Payloads: Discover how rockets carry payloads, gather data, and the function of each rocket part.
• Extreme Science with Liquid Nitrogen: Witness dramatic experiments showing how materials change under extreme temperatures.

 

Scout Camp-in Badge Connections

Scout Camp-in activities can be applied toward some badge requirements across multiple programs. Explore how each theme supports your experience:

Space Science Exploration

Program Highlights

Scouting America

• Cub Scouts – Tiger (1st Grade): Designed by Tiger Elective
• Cub Scouts – Arrow of Light (5th Grade): Engineer Elective
• Scouts BSA: Space Exploration Merit Badge

Girl Scouts

• Daisy: Space Science Explorer
• Brownie: Space Science Adventurer
• Brownie: Mechanical Engineering – Fling Flyer Design Challenge
• Junior: Space Science Investigator
• Cadette: Space Science Researcher
• Senior: Space Science Expert
• Ambassador: Space Science Master
• Daisy–Ambassador: STEM Career Exploration Badge

 

Connect to NASA’s Mission

Real-world STEM connections to future careers

A balance of exploration, creativity, and problem-solving

• Optional Add-on: Rockets Build & Launch