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Special Event
Event
Star Party
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Time:
8:00 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Type of Event
Campfire/Evening Program
Description
Mesa Verde National Park was named the 100th Dark Sky Park in 2021. On Saturday and
Sunday, May 4th and 5th, join Mesa Verde National Park rangers and visiting astronomers to celebrate Mesa Verde's exceptionally dark skies!
Star parties will be held at the Morefield Campground Amphitheater, located 4 miles into the park. Programs will begin at 8pm with a presentation by visiting astronomers followed by telescope viewing.
Be prepared for cold Colorado nights - bring plenty of warm layers! Bring a red flashlight (no white light allowed - the park will provide red filters if you need one)
Weather permitting