Youths who will be enrolled in 7th-9th grades in the fall of 2011 can experience these simulated space missions, learn about shuttle operations, and be part of a shuttle mission team by attending 4-H Missions in Space Camp at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.  This trip is being offered through the University of Illinois 4-H program.  The cost is $360 (Registration fee of $200 due by June 24 and remaining $160 due August 1), which includes the Pathfinder program, housing in the Space Habitat, meals at the site, bus transportation, insurance, a T-shirt, and accommodations along the way.
 
For more information about Space Camp, check out the U.S. Space and Rocket Center's website for space camp at www.spacecamp.com. 

Stop by the Grundy County Extension office or phone 815-942-2725 for information.  Registration isdue to the Extension office by June 24, 2011.  Spaces are limited.