Aerospace Discovery Weekend is a 3-day youth aerospace adventure held on the SUN 'n FUN Convention Campus to introduce young men and women to the dynamic world of aviation.(formerly known as WING'S 'n THINGS).
Youth groups will find unique opportunities ranging from an astronaut’s presentation to learning how
the science of sports relates to flying an airplane.
A "First Flight" opportunity is offered to youth who have never flown in a general aviation aircraft! (Ages 8-17)
Youth groups will find unique opportunities ranging from an astronaut’s presentation to learning how
the science of sports relates to flying an airplane.
A "First Flight" opportunity is offered to youth who have never flown in a general aviation aircraft! (Ages 8-17)
Meet astronaut Greg Harbaugh, Veteran of 4 Space missions
Design and Launch a Rocket
Rock walls
Flight Simulators
Play Dodgeball
Geocaching
Bounce House
Martial Arts Demonstrations
Solar and Stellar Exploration
Learn how the science of sports relates to flying an airplane
Over 10 interactive STEM learning stations
Craft area for the younger campers: Create a space vehicle, clothes Pin Airplanes, Design a butterfly, make an aluminum picture. (Suggested Ages 7 and Under)
Church service (Sunday)
Laser Tag (Friday evening)
Campfire Activities in the campground
| Lunch is provided on Saturday and is included with your ticket: Hot Dogs, chips, cookies, and a choice of soda or water. |
Compete in a scavenger hunt for a chance to win Drones or RC Aircraft along with other prizes!
Also, chances to win awards for: largest group in attendance, furthest group traveled, longest paper airplane flight
and closest to the pin (rocket launch)
AT AEROSPACE DISCOVERY WEEKEND THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO LAUNCH A ROCKET! TRY IT!
1. The FUN FLY rocket is included in your weekend activities. No registration required.
2. REACH FOR THE STARS ROCKET COMPETITION!
Registration required (click here to register)
$20.00 (not included in ticket price)
Also, chances to win awards for: largest group in attendance, furthest group traveled, longest paper airplane flight
and closest to the pin (rocket launch)
AT AEROSPACE DISCOVERY WEEKEND THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO LAUNCH A ROCKET! TRY IT!
1. The FUN FLY rocket is included in your weekend activities. No registration required.
2. REACH FOR THE STARS ROCKET COMPETITION!
Registration required (click here to register)
$20.00 (not included in ticket price)
| While you're here... experience Aviation Hands-On at Aerospace Discovery at the Florida Air Museum Florida's Official Aviation Museum & Education Center |
