Astro Adventures
Explore the Universe: Inspiring Stargazing Adventures for All Ages.
Explore Astro Adventures
Step into the night with expert-led astronomy experiences that bring the universe down to earth. From school gyms and library lawns to campgrounds and backyards, Astro Adventures turns your space into a pop-up observatory. Choose from live presentations, night sky tours, and telescope workshops tailored to your age group and goals. No prior knowledge needed-just curiosity. Explore our programs, then contact us to plan your own stargazing adventure.
Cosmic Experiences, Made Simple
1. Start With a Free Consultation
We learn about your group, location, goals, and the kind of experience you want — educational, entertaining, indoor, outdoor, or virtual.
2. Choose Your Program Format
Pick from our ready‑made presentations or request a custom topic. We match it to the ideal setup and bring all the astronomy gear, visuals, and equipment.
3. Enjoy Your Guided Journey Through the Universe
We arrive early, handle setup, and lead your group through an engaging, easy‑to‑follow exploration of the night sky and beyond.
Live Astronomy
Live astronomy talks that turn big space ideas into vivid, age-friendly stories and visuals.
Stargazing Experiences
Guided telescope and binocular viewing that lets guests clearly see the Moon, planets, and bright star clusters.
Telescope Workshops
Hands-on telescope workshops that help beginners and hobbyists learn setup, focusing, and confident night sky observing.
Meet Your Astronomy Guides
Astro Adventures is led by Mike Murray and Christina Scott, your friendly guides to the universe from Essexville, Michigan. Mike manages the Delta College Planetarium and hosts the Backyard Astronomer program on NPR, focusing on what you can see with just your eyes or a simple pair of binoculars. Christina is a former NASA Aerospace Education Specialist and longtime classroom teacher. Together they create clear, visual, and flexible astronomy programs for any age group. Want to know more? Visit our About page.
Decades of Sky Experience
Mike and Christina bring over forty years in planetariums, NASA outreach, and informal science education.
Truly Mobile
We travel with telescopes, visuals, and activities, turning gyms, parks, or backyards into observatories.
Programs For Every Group
Schools, libraries, parks, and families choose live talks, sky tours, workshops, or virtual astronomy sessions.