The AstroLands Team here at I-LOFAR are delighted to be bringing back our online Astro Camps to a computer screen near you! We will be diving into all new activities to explore your favourite space topics including stars, aliens, space travel, the study of the Universe, and much more. Come and explore the Universe with us from your own home in these two and three day camps.
We’ve got top researchers and scientists lined up to share their knowledge and experiences with you. They work in a number of different areas so our Astro Campers will get a taste of many aspects of the space sector – from solar physics and planetary science to spacecraft engineering and more. Between our talks, tours, activities and discussions, our new Astro Camps are set to be engaging, fun and interesting for all of our Campers! Register today to make sure you don’t miss out on a spot – space may be infinite but spaces at our Astro Camps are not!
Each participant will be sent an information pack with materials for the week. Group numbers are limited to ensure an immersive, interactive experience for all participants, so sign up now!
Nebula Astro Camp FULLY BOOKED
28th – 30th July 2021
Ages 10 – 12, 5th & 6th Class
FULLY BOOKED
Suitable for Primary School students who are in or have just finished 5th or 6th class
Begin to explore space, learn more about our nearest Solar System neighbours and what makes them special! With chats from real Astrophysicists and plenty of hands-on, tangible activities to get involved with!
Red Giant Astro Camp FULLY BOOKED
11th – 13th August 2021
Ages 13 – 15
FULLY BOOKED
Suitable for Secondary School students who are in or have just finished the Junior Cycle – 1st, 2nd & 3rd year
Dive into the cosmos with talks from leading researchers, get up close to Irish astronomy past and present, and explore the links between art, science and creativity with interactive activities.
AstroLands Academy
16th & 17th August 2021
Ages 16 – 18
Suitable for Secondary School students who are in or have just finished Senior Cycle – TY, 5th & 6th year
Explore what Astrophysics is all about! Chat to leading university lectures and researchers, get a sense of the skills needed to understand space, delve into discussions on space exploration and life in the Universe, while using creative, analytical and artistic skills combined.
Nebula 2 Astro Camp
18th – 20th August 2021
Ages 10 – 12, 5th & 6th Class
Suitable for Primary School students who are in or have just finished 5th or 6th class
Begin to explore space, learn more about our nearest Solar System neighbours and what makes them special! With chats from real Astrophysicists and plenty of hands-on, tangible activities to get involved with!
Details
Nebula and Red Giant Astro Camps will run from Wednesday to Friday, 10:00 to 13:00 each day (3 hours). AstroLands Academy will run on Monday and Tuesday, 10:00 to 13:00 each day (3 hours). All sessions will run online in a closed Microsoft Teams group.
Access to a computer and internet is required in order to participate in this camp experience. Microsoft Teams will be used each day for live talks, workshops and interaction. All web services and applications are free and can be accessed on a phone, tablet, or computer.
Cost: FREE with a €25 deposit per participant which will be returned after attending the camp, or if sufficient notice of cancelation is given.
Deposit charge waived for Frontline workers and those who have had their wage affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Please get in touch by email education@lofar.ie. Correspondence treated in strictest confidence.
Apply
Applications are now closed for all summer 2021 Astro Camps.
Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and numbers are limited.
Once your application is received you will be contacted with further details and deposit payment link.
Please notify us at education@lofar.ie of any accessibility requirements you may have.
Email education@lofar.ie with any questions or queries.
These camps are made possible thanks to support from Science Foundation Ireland, ESERO Ireland and the HORIZON 2020 PRE-EST project. AstroLands is an initiative of Trinity College Dublin.
Supporters
Birr Kids Space Ireland
Birr Scientific & Heritage Foundation
Grant Engineering
Joe Hogan (Openet)
Dermot Desmond
Denis O’Brien
Birr Lions Club
Birr Chamber of Commerce
Funders
Science Foundation Ireland
Enterprise Ireland
HEAnet
Dept. of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation
Offaly County Council
Dept. of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural, and Gaeltacht
Dept. for Communities
Consortium Members
TCD
Armagh Observatory and Planetarium
UCD
DCU
UCC
NUIG
DIAS
AIT
Location
Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre
Rosse Row, Birr,
County Offaly,
R42 VO27
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