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K-12 February Break Programs: Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

A traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and wondering why night is so long at the poles of the Earth. This mystery leads them on a scientific adventure by building an improvised spaceship […]

Event Series Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Wildlife Refuge 1107 West Old Town Road, Old Town, ME, United States

Let’s go on a weeklong adventure as we travel through the Refuge exploring the wildlife that is all around us. Campers will discover and investigate the secrets of our forest and streams as we learn more about Hirundo and what inhabits the space. With our binoculars in hand we’ll look for hidden messages, build a […]

K-12 February Break Programs: Astronaut

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around […]

Event Series Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Wildlife Refuge 1107 West Old Town Road, Old Town, ME, United States

Let’s go on a weeklong adventure as we travel through the Refuge exploring the wildlife that is all around us. Campers will discover and investigate the secrets of our forest and streams as we learn more about Hirundo and what inhabits the space. With our binoculars in hand we’ll look for hidden messages, build a […]

K-12 February Break Programs: Secret of the Cardboard Rocket

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences will land on Venus, fly through the rings of Saturn, and discover the secrets of the Solar System. Tickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults, […]

K-12 February Break Programs: Cosmic Recipe

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

The famous astronomer Carl Sagan once said: “If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe.”  Though that may sound crazy, Sagan was […]

Event Series Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Winter Trail Blazers Camp

Hirundo Wildlife Refuge 1107 West Old Town Road, Old Town, ME, United States

Let’s go on a weeklong adventure as we travel through the Refuge exploring the wildlife that is all around us. Campers will discover and investigate the secrets of our forest and streams as we learn more about Hirundo and what inhabits the space. With our binoculars in hand we’ll look for hidden messages, build a […]

K-12 February Break Program: One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore […]

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