Half of all US astronauts are Scouts, and 40 astronauts are Eagle Scouts. Now, you can experience a bit of what it feels like by visiting www.charlesinspace.com.

This April, software pioneer Dr. Charles Simonyi will travel to the International Space Station as the next civilian in space. On his Web site he is sharing the experience with kids. You can see pictures of Charles in training, ask questions, and learn about the science of real space travel.

Best of all, by clicking on the Boy Scouts tab and taking an interactive quiz, you could earn the official Simonyi mission space patch. Pass the quiz, print the coupon, and then take it to your local Scout Shop or Council Trading Post to redeem.*  Find out if you’ve got the right stuff.

Visit www.charlesinspace.com today, and be part of the next mission to space!

*Available starting April 1, 2007 while they last!