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Mars Society Welcomes Honeybee Robotics as Sponsor for 2026 University Rover Challenge

The Mars Society is proud to welcome Honeybee Robotics as an official sponsor of the 2026 University Rover Challenge (URC)—a partnership that directly connects cutting-edge space robotics with the next generation of planetary engineers. As a long-time leader in developing robotic systems for extreme and mission-critical environments, Honeybee Robotics plays a vital role in advancing the technologies needed for planetary exploration. Their sponsorship of URC supports a global student competition organized by the Mars Society, where university teams design and… READ MORE >

Holiday Gifts That Inspire — From Mars Store Finds to Student Memberships

This holiday season, give gifts that truly support space exploration and spark lifelong passion by supporting The Mars Society. One great option is shopping at The Mars Store—the official store of The Mars Society. You’ll find mission patches, space-themed apparel, books, collectibles, model rockets, and unique Mars-inspired artwork. Every purchase directly helps fund hands-on research like the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS), student competitions, global outreach, and programs that advance human exploration and settlement of the Red Planet. It’s a… READ MORE >

Year-End Red Planet Live: Dr. Zubrin on NASA, Mars Plans & What’s Coming Next

Mark your calendars for a special end-of-year episode of Red Planet Live! On Tuesday, December 16th at 5:00 pm PT, Mars Society President & Founder Dr. Robert Zubrin will join our host, Ashton Zeth, for an in-depth conversation about the organization’s major accomplishments in 2025 and what’s on the horizon for 2026. He’ll discuss the Mars Society’s programs and initiatives, the national campaign urging Congress to safeguard NASA’s space science budget, and the current outlook for sending humans to Mars…. READ MORE >