Campers gain hands-on experience in aviation and space concepts, culminating in a unique field trip to the Carolinas Aviation Museum where they can sit in actual cockpits.
Cool School: Aviators and Astronauts Flight and Space Camp offers young explorers an immersive experience into the world of aviation and space. Campers delve into the history and science of flight, including North Carolina's pivotal role in aviation. Through engaging, hands-on activities, they learn about wind force and aerodynamics by flying kites, and get to build and launch their own rockets and paper planes. The curriculum also includes designing mission patches and space helmets, and exploring our solar system, constellations, and the physical properties of space. The camp culminates in a field trip to the Carolinas Aviation Museum, where students gain practical insights into how aircraft fly and have the unique opportunity to sit inside actual cockpits.
A typical day involves learning about aviation and space flight, participating in hands-on activities like building and launching rockets, and exploring topics such as aerodynamics, constellations, and the solar system.
This camp is best for young learners in grades 1-4 who are curious about science, love exploration, and dream of space and rockets.
UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
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