Description

CSE is a multi-state, grassroots space advocacy group of concerned citizens. Join them as they meet with members of Congress in DC to inform and educate them about the importance of a robust human space exploration program and a fully funded NASA budget. We also advocate for the funding of Navy operations and other funding priorities at Stennis and Michoud Assembly Facility.

Citizens for Space Exploration, a multi-state grassroots space advocacy group, is organizing its 31st annual trip to Washington D.C. We invite you to join this group of concerned citizens as we meet with members of Congress to inform and educate them about the importance of a robust human space exploration program and a fully-funded NASA budget.

This is a self-funded trip. You are responsible for your travel, hotel room, and expenses.

To attend the trip, please register by Monday, May 1st at: Go to https://citizens2024dc.eventbrite.com

You are encouraged to participate in all events.  We will accept participants after that date, but you may have problems securing lodging in our hotel block.  You’ll be asked to include your Congressional District Number and State when you register.  If unsure, visit: http://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/map before registering online.

Host Hotel Information: AC Hotel Washington DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard, 867 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003.  Rooms are blocked under “Citizens for Space Exploration 2024 Washington Trip” at $299/night + tax.   Identify yourself as part of the group to receive the special rate.  Book early; the block expires 4/26 or when sold out!!!  (Enjoy D.C., come early or stay late, rooms are available from Sunday to Thursday night.)   Phone (800) 535-4028 and mention ‘Citizens for Space’ to make your reservations or go to Book your group rate for Citizens for Space Exploration

Airfare:  Southwest Airlines (to Baltimore-BWI or DCA) www.southwest.com and United Airlines (to Reagan-National-DCA) www.united.com have competitive fares online.  Other carriers may be competitive from your city.

Shirts:  You may want to order a “Citizens for Space Exploration” logo shirt.  Although the shirts are not required for the trip, many of our travelers like to wear them when making office visits with their team.  You can order your shirt directly from Lands’ End at 1.800.587.1541.   By using Lands’ End, it allows our travelers a wider selection of styles and sizes, and your shirts will be shipped directly to you.   Our logo number is 0915745W.  You’ll need that when ordering your shirts.  Note: the logo has been authorized for use on black or white shirts only.  There is a $7.95 charge to add the logo plus shipping charges. Go to Lands’ End’s website for more info on shirts www.LandsEnd.com/business. Watch their website for special offers. 

Please check out the Citizens for Space Exploration website at: https://www.citizensforspace.org/2024-wash-dc-trip