Astronomy in the National Parks

Special event at the Brandy Creek Beach

 

Half the Park is After Dark
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area's night sky program season has ended however the winter sky is often the favorite for many amateur astronomers. We encourage you to come out to Whiskeytown to enjoy our clear skies and to check with our local night sky partners Shasta Atronomy Club and Schreder Planetarium for local upcoming events. For astronomy programs held throughout the country, visit the Night Sky Network. To learn more about the Night Skies in our National Parks and how and why the Park Service is protecting them for future generations.

Whiskeytown's sky rangers look forward to spending another great year of stargazing and special events with you. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

 

From eastern United States to British Columba, over three thousand visitors came to Whiskeytown to view the Annular Solar Eclipse on May 20th 2012.  With the tremendous support of the Shasta Astronomy Club, over 50 solar telescopes were available for public viewing.  At maximum annularity, the “Ring of Fire” created one of the most memorable astronomical alignments many had ever witnessed.

Photo by Bob Thompson

 

 

Free Sky Ranger-led programs and Special Summer Events are listed above.  "Come for the sun... and stay for the universe!"

Whiskeytown artwork by Dr. Tyler Nordgren