Ever since I was a kid I wanted to go to Space. Granted it might be everyone child’s dreams to become an astronaut at some point in their childhood. But that idea stuck with me, and every time there was an article, movie or Simpson episode (Deep Space Homer) I had to watch/read it and dream of it.
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My passion for it grew as I got older, as opposed of just being a childhood dream. Movies like “Contact” and “Apollo 13” make me want to be a part of it.
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My visit to Cape Canaveral when I was 8 and looking at an actual rocket being launched it was one my favorite memories.
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Anyway, going back to the original purpose of this post there is a place where we call all share this passion. It is the Space Ambassadors Program with the help of Virgin Galactic. Here is what is about!
The National Space Society is teaming up with Virgin Galactic to launch a new program to identify Space Ambassadors around the world.
As part of their duties, Space Ambassadors will communicate the value of space research and exploration to their local communities, and one special Space Ambassador will be selected to fly on a Virgin Galactic space flight!
Space Ambassadors can be anyone — you just have to have a passion for space and the ability to effectively communicate that excitement to others. Teachers and artists are particularly encouraged to apply. Membership in the National Space Society is not required to participate, but is encouraged!
As a Space Ambassador, you will be trained to deliver an inspirational, multi-media presentation that describes the importance of space in our daily lives, as well as the promise and possibilities that future space endeavors will enable.
If you would you like to learn more about becoming a Space Ambassador, please fill out and submit the form below. Complete details on eligibility and the application and selection process will be released later this year
So go over there and sign-up! I already did!
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