Astro Camp is an extraordinary overnight stargazing camp conducted by The Mind Museum, in partnership with Pinto Art Museum. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, we bring you a Starry, Starry Night! Marvel at humanity's greatest traditions -- the arts and sciences! Gaze at the gallery of stars that has inspired artists across the centuries while you camp beneath the grandeur of the cosmos. PLUS! Catch a glimpse of the much awaited Leonids meteor shower!
Pinto Art Museum, 1 Sierra Madre, Grand Heights Rd., Antipolo, Rizal
November 18 - 19, 2017 (Saturday – Sunday)
Registration: 6:00 PM
Program Starts: 7:00 PM
Check-out: by 7:00 AM
Open to all ages! Families and groups of friends are welcome! (Below 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult). Can't decide who to bring? No worries! Solo soul searchers are very much welcome! Who knows? You might make a friend or two.
To register, click on the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM. Please take note of the instructions and registration policies stated on the form.
You will be given FIVE (5) DAYS after registration to settle payment. If we do not receive proof of payment within the time period, we will be forfeiting the slots to accommodate those on the wait list.
Slots are confirmed on a FIRST PAY, FIRST RESERVE basis.
You may be asked to register again in case there are still slots available.
Via commute: click on this link.
Via private car: from Ortigas Ave. Ext. turn right to L. Sumulong Memorial Circle. You will pass by Ynares Center (on your left). Turn right to Grand Heights Rd and go straight until you reach the subdivision guard house. Please note that there is an entrance fee of P 20.00 required for private vehicles entering the subdivision which serves as parking fee as well. Please note parking is limited as Pinto Art Museum welcomes hundreds of guests during weekends.
Solo participants are welcome to join. However, we may have to group you with other solo participants or groups for team activities if applicable. In such cases, we encourage you to meet new friends.
| Validity | Rate per Person | |
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| Earlier Bird Rate | Until October 27 | Php 1,800 |
| Early Bird Rate | Until November 10 | Php 2,000 |
| Regular Rate | From November 11-15 | Php 2,250 |
| 10% off for Unlimited Science Pass members (discount applies to cardholder only) Rates are per person/participant |
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• Packed dinner and midnight snack
• Education content: workshop kits and activities
• Use of telescopes (to be shared by all participants)
• All day access to Pinto Art Museum on NOVEMBER 18 only
• Sleeping bags, thin mattress, or air bed (single or twin)
• Tent (optional) - shaded canopy available for those without tents
• Pillows and blankets (optional)
• Toiletries (showers not available) & insect repellent
• Comfortable change of clothes and jacket
• Personal medicine (if any)
• Powerbank (no outlets available)
• Own small LED light
• HIGHLY ENCOURAGED: water bottle/container
• Light snacks and/or meals (additional + special diets, etc.)
NOTE: Sleeping area is at the roof top of museum galleries; floor area is cemented; for those who will bring and setup their own tents, designated area is also cemented.
OPTION 1: Bank Deposit
| Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)
Savings Account Number: 1923-1245-58 Branch: Bonifacio Global City Branch BPI Online Funds Transfer also accepted. |
Unionbank
Current Account No.: 0015-6000-1930 Branch: 2nd Ave. BGC Branch |
Scan or take a photo of your deposit slip or online transaction confirmation
Via email: programs@themindmuseum.org - email subject: PAYMENT FOR ASTROCAMP
Via fax: (+632) 909-6461
OPTION 2: The Mind Museum Ticket Booth
Open Tuesdays to Sundays, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Credit card payments are also accepted through this payment option.
Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to providing an extraordinary educational experience that inspires the public understanding of science. All proceeds go completely into supporting science.
Here is what the program looks like:
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Free to explore Pinto Art Museum |
| 6:00 – 6:45 PM | Registration Setup of personal tents starts at 6:30 PM only - tent area is limited |
| 6:45 – 7:00 PM | Orientation |
| 7:00 – 7:45 PM | Dinner |
| 7:45 – 8:45 PM | Makerspace Pilipinas: Star Lamp |
| 8:45 – 9:45 PM | Team Activities |
| 9:45 – 10:45 PM | The Night Sky: An interactive discussion on the stars and galaxies |
| 10:45 – 12:00 MN | Telescope Viewing |
| 12:00 - 2:30 AM | Lights Out Leonids Meteor Shower Midnight snacks available |
| 7:00 AM | Tent-down and Pack Up |
The Mind Movers, the resident scientists of The Mind Museum, will facilitate all the activities included in the camp.
We would appreciate your commitment to complete the program, but of course you may go if you have a family or health-related emergency. However, you will not receive any certification if you do not complete the program.
The fee includes all day access to Pinto Art Museum on November 18 (Saturday) only from 9:00AM to 6:00PM. A special ticket will be sent which will give you access on the said date. If you wish to tour the museum on Nov 19, tickets must be purchased at Pinto Art Museum’s entrance. Should you decide to tour Pinto Art Museum the whole day, a baggage counter is available upon entry
A security guard will be on duty during the program. Museum galleries are closed during the entire program. Please note that there will be limited areas accessible to participants. Please be mindful of your belongings as well.
A security and first aid personnel will be on site during the entire program. The first aid response personnel will first assess the injury or illness, if any.
For specific health conditions, participants must bring their own medicines but must inform the camp staff. (See Registration Form for health inquiry).
Behavior that jeopardizes the safety and enjoyment for other participants and/or staff will not be tolerated. House rules of the venue and regulations about the camp proper will be discussed. The Mind Museum and Pinto Art Museum reserve the right to manage and discipline all participants accordingly.
No refunds will be issued. However, you may nominate another participant to take over your slot, but he/she must meet the requirement of the program (age, etc).
We make every effort to make an announcement about program changes as quickly as possible. This will be done through email or by cellular phone. The Mind Museum reserves the right to cancel camps that do not meet minimum enrolment, and/or pose risks due to severe weather conditions. If a camp is cancelled by The Mind Museum, all patrons will receive full refund.
The Mind Museum wishes to give you a memorable Astro Camp experience by scheduling events at the best possible dates based on season, moon calendar, and other factors. However, please bear with us should uncontrollable and unpredictable weather conditions be unfavorable for that weekend (i.e., cloudy skies, light rains, light pollution).