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The AstroLands Team at I-LOFAR are delighted to be bringing our online Astro Camps back for Easter 2021. Over three days we will explore the Universe, learn what’s so special about our Sun, investigate Black Holes and more – all coming to a computer screen near you!

We will dive into astronomy with talks, virtual tours and hands-on activities – journey out into deep space, and learn more about the astrophysics done closer to home with visits to key locations around Ireland, from historical to active research observatories. 

Each participant will be sent a information pack with materials for the week. Group numbers are limited to ensure a immersive, interactive experience for all participants.

Nebula Astro Camp

FULLY BOOKED

29th – 31st March 2021 (Mon – Wed)

Ages 10 – 12

FULLY BOOKED – To enquire about the waiting list contact education@lofar.ie 

Suitable for Primary School students who are in 5th or 6th class

Begin to explore space, learn more about our Solar System and what makes it spin! With chats from real Astrophysicists and plenty of hands-on, tangible activities to get involved with!

Red Giant Astro Camp

FULLY BOOKED

7th – 9th April 2021 (Wed – Fri)

Ages 13 – 15

FULLY BOOKED – To enquire about the waiting list contact education@lofar.ie 

Suitable for Secondary School students who are in 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 and discussions.

Details

Astro Camps will run on three consecutive days from Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday, 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 as all Easter Astro Camps are fully booked.

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 and ESERO Ireland. 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

How we got here

Funders

Science Foundation Ireland
Enterprise Ireland
Dept. of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation
Offaly County Council
Dept. of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural, and Gaeltacht

Our Funders

Consortium Members

TCD
Armagh
UCD
DCU
UCC
NUIG
DIAS
AIT

Meet the Team

Location

Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre
Rosse Row, Birr,
County Offaly,
R42 VO27

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