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2022-2023 Girl Scout Super Science Saturdays & Activities

Super Science Saturdays 

During the Air Zoo’s Super Science Saturdays, Girl Scouts complete the requirements for a badge in one exciting day! Each Super Science Saturday is tailored for a particular Girl Scout level. Scouts will complete requirements towards badges, as well as, receive an Air Zoo fun patch! For more information view our Girl Scouts guide, or visit GSHOM.org. 

In addition to our scheduled scouting activities, an online or in person program can be customized for your pack or troop! For details or questions regarding any of our scouting programs or activities, contact our Group & Events Department at events@airzoo.org, or 269.350.2848! Each troop must have a minimum of one adult present. Please review the COVID 19 policy for use of the Star Lab during Space Badge Programs.

Super Science Saturdays    |       Overnights @ the Air Zoo

Girl Scout Super Science Saturdays

Mechanical Engineering: Paddle Boat Design Challenge and Balloon Car Design Challenge

March 18, 2023

Reg. Deadline: Feb. 25 | Late Reg. Deadline: Mar. 4

Level: Junior

Check in: Begins at 8:30 am | Program: 9am – 12:30 pm

Think like an engineer as you tackle design challenges!  Use the Design Thinking Process while testing your rubber band powered paddleboat and balloon car. Harness potential energy and use it to drive these challenges! 

Mechanical Engineering: Roller Coaster Design Challenge and Model Car Design Challenge

April 29, 2023

Reg. Deadline: Apr. 8 | Late Reg. Deadline: Apr. 15

Level: Daisy

Check in: Begins at 8:30 am | Program: 9am – 12:30 pm

Do you have a need for speed? If so, these engineering challenges are just for you! Design and build a model car to race in the model car design challenge. Learn about the science of motion and speed as you build a model roller coaster to test out your hills, banks, and loops!

Overnights at the Air Zoo

Grab your sleeping bag and land under the SR-71B Blackbird, because you're in for an overnight adventure! Our Overnights are designed to give you an after-hours experience like no other.  Click below for more information, or to reach an Air Zoo Group & Events Team Member to discuss YOUR TROOPS overnight!

For questions regarding any of our scouting activities, contact our Events Department via email at Events@airzoo.org, or via telephone at 269.350.2848.