Picnic

Burt Rogers is fed up with the endless weekend ritual of whisking his wife and two energetic kids off to a different asteroid for a picnic. The usual routine—bubble‑sphere enclosures, low‑gravity games, and a quick‑draw landing—has become a source of constant irritation, especially when his son Johnny insists on taking the controls. As they approach a small, twenty‑mile world that surprisingly boasts a warm, breathable atmosphere, the family’s expectations shift from a simple outing to something far more unpredictable.

Without the safety of the bubble‑sphere, the children roam freely across the strange terrain, while Marcia tries to keep the picnic spread intact. Burt must juggle the demands of piloting a ship that teeters on the edge of safety, the chaotic enthusiasm of his youngsters, and the odd feeling that this particular asteroid might hold more than just rock and dust. The episode promises humor, tension, and a hint of wonder as the Rogers family navigates the thin line between a routine family trip and an unexpected adventure.