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Astronomy Evening in the Manzano Mountains
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Free. The event is free, but day use or camping fees apply.Location: LAT/LONG: 34.603330, -106.361440
From NM-55 turn onto NM-131 in the village of Manzano. Follow the asphalt road 2 miles to the park entrance then straight ahead 1 mile on a gravel road to the campground. This astronomy event will be held at the Manzano Mountains State Park Campground in the Group Campsite.
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Manzano Mountains State Park Campground is open 24 hours, so it will be a great place to watch the Delta Aquariid meteor shower!
Description
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument and Manzano Mountains State Park are partnering to offer a fabulous astronomy evening in the beautiful Manzano Mountains! Salinas Park Guide Bethany Burnett will be giving an evening program entitled, "Astronomy in Your Backyard" beginning at 7:30pm. As it gets dark, she will set up Salinas' 8" Dobsonian telescope so you can view some beautiful deep sky objects. You won't want to miss this amazing event!
The event will be held at the Group Campsite in the Manzano Mountains State Park Campground during the Delta Aquariids meteor shower. The best viewing for meteor showers is typically in the predawn hours, so consider reserving a campsite for meteor shower viewing.