🌌🔭 Explore the Night Sky with the Astronomers of Verde Valley 🔭🌌
Join us after sunset as the telescopes of ASTROVerde unlock the wonders of the night sky! Witness the Milky Way come alive above you, stretching from the southern horizon to the northeast, sparkling with billions of stars. Through our telescopes, you may glimpse giant nebulae, globular clusters, exploded stars, double stars, and even distant galaxies.
Keep an eye to the west for a possible view of Mars as it sets, and toward the end of the session, enjoy a closer look at the ringed beauty of Saturn, with Neptune nearby. This is your chance to see the cosmos like never before!
Event Guidelines:
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Arrive at the park entrance by 6:15 PM to guarantee participation; late arrivals cannot enter after the gate closes.
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No pets allowed, even if left in vehicles.
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Each group should bring at least one flashlight or headlamp (red lens preferred).
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Closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended.
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This is an after-hours program – only registered participants can enter the park.
Program Schedule:
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First Hour: Engaging PowerPoint presentation by ASTROVerde astronomy club members
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Second Hour: Hands-on star and planet viewing through telescopes
Experience the night sky like never before – an unforgettable journey through our galaxy and beyond!
