Astrobiology: Looking for Life Beyond Earth

Is there life somewhere else in our galaxy, or elsewhere in the universe? How would we recognize whether an exoplanet can or does support life? What might that life look like? We will begin by understanding where we find life on Earth, and how we identify it. So far, Earth has the only life that we know of. When we study life, including microbial life, and how it has transformed our world, we learn what other worlds may be like. And, in studying the amazing variety of life on Earth we at least have a starting point for looking for life elsewhere. Together we will explore the age-old question: Are we alone?

This camp only runs for four days due to Independence Day on Friday.

KOSC Summer Camp Registration Basics:

• Camps have a maximum enrollment and many fill quickly each year. Register early and avoid the waiting list.
• Early Bird Tuition cost is good through May 31. Add $25 when registering after May 31.
• Early drop off (8 am) and late pick up (4 pm) are available for a $15/day. This can be added during initial registration or closer to the camp's start date.
• Refunds are available (less a $15 administration fee) if a student withdraws 14 days prior to the start of camp. In case of cancellation due to insufficient enrollment, participants will be notified one week in advance and will receive a full refund.
• At checkout, there is an option to pay by check, if preferred. When sending a check, please make it out to Kopernik Observatory & Science Center and include a note specifying where the funds should be applied (especially for those registering for multiple camps). Checks must be sent to Kopernik at the time of registration and pay for the camp in full. Please contact Kopernik directly with questions or concerns.
• A welcome email will be sent approximately one week before the first day of camp providing specifics on the class and a letter from the teacher.