Event
Astronomy Program
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Time:
6:30 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Type of Event
Campfire/Evening Program
Description
Great Basin National Park offers astronomy programs in the park at the Astronomy Amphitheater each Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday during the summer and fall. Programs consist of a 30 minute Ranger Presentation followed by roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes of telescope viewing (weather permitting).
Attendance to this program is limited and we ask that everyone observe current health and safety guidance.
Rules and recommendations
- Please do not use white lights (flashlights or cell phones) during the program. Red lights are allowed
- Arrive early for the program, especially during holiday weekends
- Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or bring any pets to the program
- Wear layers - nights get cold even in summer
- Benches are provided - Personal chairs are not allowed
- Tripods are not allowed
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