A Very Merry Meteor Party
El Malpais National Monument will host a Very Merry Meteor Shower star party on Friday, December 16th. Drop by Sandstone Bluffs Overlook any time between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm to learn about the night sky and (hopefully) see some of the Geminid meteor shower which peaks on December 13-14. You can also learn how you can help the National Park Service protect our dark skies. Look through telescopes at planets and stars and get a tour of the evening constellations.
This free event will primarily take place at Sandstone Bluffs Overlook located approximately 12 miles south of I-40 on Highway 117. Star viewing will be held at a natural sandstone platform approximately 200 yards from the northern end of the parking area. This area is down a dirt trail with no elevation change, although the trail surface is slightly uneven. Follow the trail of lights to reach the platform. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp with a red light setting if you have one, otherwise red light flashlights will be available. Dress warmly for a cold winter evening. Chairs are recommended if you plan to try to view meteors.
If the sky is mostly cloudy, this event will be canceled. Please check the El Malpais National Monument Facebook page for event updates.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
This event will take place at Sandstone Bluffs Overlook located 12 miles south of I-40 Exit 89 on Highway 117.
Latitude and Longitude 34.944901, -107.838256
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Drop by Sandstone Bluffs Overlook any time between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm.
Contact Information
El Malpais Visitor Center
505-876-2783
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Event Type
- Campfire/Evening Program