Opportunities for science activities are available everywhere you look in your community. People of any age group and fitness level can enjoy activities inspired by and for science. Generate enthusiasm about scientific themes from astronomy to zoology. Develop new programs that will stimulate the minds and spirits of your group members and encourage newcomers to join. Future adventures and activities are sure to manifest from discussions among your science interest groups.
Visit a Science Museum
Round up your group for an outing to the nearest science museum. Some universities have great science museums, such as the Meteorite Museum at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Visitors can view extensive text information and see samples of various types of meteorites that were collected from all over the world.
Geology Field Trip
Plan a geology field trip. Depending on the activity level of your group and the distance to field sites, the sky's the limit. Go fossil hunting or explore an ancient volcano. If time and money are not concerns, you can even take a trip to see a live volcano.
Science Movies
Great science documentaries and movies abound. Get your group together for dinner, a science movie and a lively discussion afterward. Science movies are based on subjects like Madame Curie and Galileo, how the universe was formed and deep-sea vents.
Stargaze
Get outside and enjoy the spectacles above by stargazing. If your town or city has too much reflective light to see many stars, consider going to a planetarium for an artificial viewing. Or plan your group's next trip to the nearest observatory. Places like McDonald Observatory in West Texas cater to groups and even have open viewing at least one day per month. Be sure to book in advance.
Start a Research Club
Pick out weekly topics for your group to research, and then come together to present the findings and discuss them. This is a great way to learn about new scientific topics and keep your mind sharp.
Monitor the Weather
Purchase some inexpensive weather equipment, and keep it at a mutually agreed upon location. Monitor and chart rain amounts, wind velocity and direction, and temperature. Compare your findings with local weather stations. Demonstrate your equipment for school groups.
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