The Next Generation of Explorers

Challenger Colorado is a not-for-profit organization on a mission to provide unforgettable field trips, hands-on family activities, focused teacher training, and more for teachers and students looking to highlight STEM experiences and content in the classroom and beyond.

About Us

As a leader in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education, Challenger Center and its network of more than 40 Challenger Learning Centers use space-themed simulated learning environments to engage students in dynamic, hands-on opportunities. These experiences strengthen knowledge in STEM subjects and inspire students to pursue careers in these important fields. The Challenger Learning Center of Colorado is part of the global network of centers that reaches hundreds of thousands of students and tens of thousands of teachers each year. Founded in 1986, Challenger Center was created to honor the crew of shuttle flight STS-51L. To learn more, visit www.challenger.org.

Summer Camps

Challenger Colorado’s Engineering Pathfinder Summer Camps are where curious kids become inventors, designers, and space explorers!
Campers will tackle exciting engineering challenges with a fun space-themed focus while dreaming up bold ideas, building cool projects, testing their creations, and discovering that trying, tweaking, and even “oops!” moments are all part of being an engineer. From recycled craft materials to robots and 3D printers, every day is packed with hands-on fun, teamwork, and imagination.
Teacher PD

New for 2026! Teacher STEM Boot Camp Sprints.
In engineering, sprints divide complex projects into manageable segments, creating a consistent rhythm for development, feedback, and continuous improvement—an approach that closely mirrors effective teaching practices. Our full-day sessions will provide educators with multiple tools, lesson plans, and materials to facilitate STEM topics across the curriculum.
Programs

Challenger Colorado offers a variety of field trip options designed to inspire and engage students in thinking about careers in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields as viable opportunities. All programs are created to assist teachers in meeting their curriculum goals through hands-on, exciting space exploration and engineering challenges.
Events

Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources in support of our cause. Join us at our next event and see how you can get involved.
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Ingrid - District 49

“This is one of the best hands-on ways to experience STEM education. This is my favorite one-day field trip ever, because it really gets [the students] excited to learn about real-life application of the things we talk about. They get to see how STEM impacts everything in their lives."