PEEC’s first-ever Family Astronomy Time is 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at the nature center. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

Get ready for the Pajarito Education Center’s (PEEC) first-ever Family Astronomy Time (FAT!) at the nature center 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11.

For $10 per family, elementary-aged kids and their guardians will explore the fascinating world of space and astronomy.

During this first FAT! session, the group is heading to the Moon – explorations will begin with a full-dome movie about the NASA Artemis Mission – which will return humans to the Moon with the new Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft.

Participants will then be challenged to design, build and test a space capsule to protect model astronauts upon reentry. This hands-on approach to learning about space exploration is perfect for families looking for a unique and fun experience.

Space is limited for this event, so register today to secure a spot. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the exciting world of space and astronomy.

For more information about this event, visit here, and for other PEEC programs, visit peecnature.org/events, email kristen@peecnature.org or call 505.662.0460. 

About PEEC:

PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains, and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts several interest groups from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and gift shop merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit peecnature.org/support/membership/.