Additionally, the observatory will be open for special astronomical events.

A schedule of these events will be posted on our website and in various publications throughout Delaware.

Programs for schools will start in October of 2006.

The weather station secured through the Georgetown branch of the University of Delaware will operate in conjunction with the University.

A Professional Development Institute for Educators will run at the Outpost for two days July 26 and 27.  

NEW ACADEMY: DESTINATION DINOSAUR - THIS SUMMER at the Outpost

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Destination Dinosaur Academy:

(Entering 2nd or 3rd grade) will be the inaugural academy at the Outpost on our new site in Smyrna, DE.  

Hands-on activities and many opportunities for problem solving in small teams are included.  All cadets will receive a camp T-shirt and information about the new high-tech world they are entering.  
One hour Before 8:00 A.M. ­ 9:00 A.M. and one hour After Care 4:00 ­ 5:00 P.M. available.   
Children will participate in a dinosaur dig in "The Pit".  Bones will be excavated and assembled. Different species of dinosaurs will be studied using creative approaches and activities.

Hours: 9 AM to 4 PM

Two sessions of Destination Dinosaur will be offered
Session I: July 17 -­ 21
Session II: July 31 ­ August 4