A Martian Weather Service to Simulate Red Planet Conditions

Few things can keep a child incredibly still on a camping trip. How did my parents achieve this feat? By convincing me that by holding a flashlight to the night sky, with very steady hands, I'd be able to communicate with aliens. As our friendly neighborhood red rock. Mars has always held a special mystique for the human race, and with unwavering dedication, it's where I directed my light beam. I didn't receive a call back from any Martians that summer.