Page 48 - South Mississippi Living - October, 2020

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#VisitMSResponsibly
story by Rachel Hoyt photos courtesy of Coastal Mississippi
In these unprecedented times, everyone is finding new ways to engage with one another and their community. Heading outside is a perfect
way to make the most of the natural beauty around us, while also keeping safe.
INFINITY
Science Center
Zip’N Fun
Driving west along I-10 in Hancock County, it’s hard to miss the INFINITY Science Center. The building itself is striking, but it’s overwhelmed by a 138-foot-long Saturn V rocket that sits in front. This is the first stage of the rocket built for the cancelled Apollo 19 mission and was donated by Stennis Space Center, which enjoys a strong partnership with INFINITY. The science center acts as Stennis’ o icial visitor’s center and tells the history of space exploration.
In addition to INFINITY’s indoor collection of
artifacts and exhibits, the center also o ers plenty
of opportunity to get outdoors. The self-paced Biome Boardwalk takes you over swamps and bogs to the perfect view the mighty Saturn V first stage booster and its five giant F-1 engines.
INFINITY Science Center
1 Discover Circle, Pearlington, MS. 39572 228.533.9025
www.visitinfinity.com
Adventure Park
Some people live for the challenge, and Zip’N Fun Adventure Park is the experience for them. Featuring
two adventure courses – one for children 36-60” tall and another for anyone taller than 54” – the park is tailor made for a day of games and obstacles. The Junior Adventure Course is set near the ground, with challenges made
for those with shorter strides. The Tree Top Adventure Course is an aerial trail that progresses in di iculty
the farther you go and includes 50 games and obstacles including swinging logs, ziplines, and a Tarzan jump.
Zip’N Fun Adventure Park
17200 16th St., Gulfport 228.206.7056 www.zipnfun.com
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War Memorial Park
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Pascagoula River Audubon Center
Estuarine Education Center
Coastal Distancing