Exploring the Sky
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Exploring the Sky is a joint public observing program between the National Capital Astronomers and the National Park Service.
We supply the telescopes and you supply the eyes!
Meet in the field near Picnic Grove #13
This month we'll try to take a closer look at objects like:
- The Moon
- Jupiter
- Saturn
This program will be cancelled in the event of cloud cover or inclement weather.
More information can be found at NCA’s web site, www.capitalastronomers.org
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Astronomers set up in the field between Military Rd. NW and the parking lot for Picnic Grove #13.
Latitude and Longitude 39.000000, -77.000000
Schedule
Date:
Oct 1, 2022
Time:
7:30 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Event starts near dark to enable visitors to see the night sky.
Event Type
- Campfire/Evening Program
- Partner Program
Tags:
rock creek park, telescope, telescope viewing, telescopes, astronomy, night sky, dark skies, stars, evening program, moon, jupiter, saturn