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Now boarding at Cape Canaveral Space Launch Center 17. Next stop, Mars. You heard that right - you, yes you, can send your name to Mars. Well, it's not as exciting as actually going to Mars, but it's still something. You can be a part of amazing discoveries that will help shape our knowledge about the Universe. NASA is currently taking reservations to send names with their next Mars mission, which will launch at some point in the mid-2020s.[1] After registering, you will receive a ceremonial boarding pass that you can print or download to show off. If you want to be part of some of the amazing discoveries about Mars, then this wikiHow will help you register to send your name to be part of the next Mars mission.
Steps
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1Navigate to the registration page.
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2Provide your first and last name. These are both required, but you can use a pseudonym. Also, nobody but NASA will be able to see your name.Advertisement
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3Select your country. Click on the "COUNTRY" drop down box, and then select your country of residence. This is required.
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4Click on the "POSTAL CODE" textbox and type in your postal/ZIP code. This is required.
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5Type in your email address. This is not required, but it is recommended. You will need your email address if you want to be able to retrieve your boarding pass or log into your frequent flyer account.
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6Decide if you want to receive NASA's Newsletter. NASA regularly sends emails about the latest news in space and at NASA through their newsletter. If you are interested in receiving this newsletter, check the box. If you are not interested, then make sure the box is not checked.
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7Click "SEND MY NAME TO MARS". This will register your name, and it will be sent along with the next spacecrafts that goes to Mars. Also, the image of your ticket will come up, and you will be able to save or print it if you'd like.
- You may have to solve a CAPTCHA.
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhen will it be sent to Mars?The names will be sent on a spacecraft to Mars in the mid-2020s. The exact spacecraft is not yet definitive, but it will be sent during this time period.
Warnings
- While there is currently not a deadline on the submission, it will eventually close. So sign up while you can!⧼thumbs_response⧽
