News Release

Astronomy Night returns to Cape Lookout National Seashore

Date: May 21, 2019
Contact: B.G. Horvat, 252-838-8906

HARKERS ISLAND, NC – Cape Lookout National Seashore is pleased to announce the return of Astronomy Night programs, which will commence on Saturday, May 25 at the Harkers Island Visitor Center, from 8:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
 
NASA Solar System Ambassador, Lisa Pelletier-Harmon, will kick the evening off with a 45-minute presentation in the Harkers Island Theater entitled, Celestial Navigation Along the Graveyard of the Atlantic.  

After the presentation, park staff and local astronomers from the Crystal Coast Stargazers will be set up outside to offer participants the chance to witness the wonders of the night sky above the Southern Outer Banks with telescope viewing. Fun activities for the kids will be on hand, too.

Make the most of the night by coming prepared.  Check the weather and dress accordingly. Also, bring water, snacks, bug repellent, and flashlight with a red filter that helps in maintaining everyone’s night vision.

Folks may also consider bringing their own telescopes to learn how to get the most out of their own telescopic equipment from members of the Stargazers club.
 
The program is FREE. For more information, go to http://go.nps.gov/astronomynight    
 
Upcoming Astronomy Nights for 2019:

• Saturday, June 22, Harkers Island Visitor Center, 8:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Saturday, July 20, Harkers Island Visitor Center, 8:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.