Event
Viewing the Summer Milky Way over the Obed - Ranger-led Telescope Program on July 22
Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 36.000000, -85.000000
Participants should meet at the Lilly Bluff Overlook, which is a short walk from the Lilly Overlook Picnic Area Parking lot. The parking lot is located a quarter-mile after crossing the Lilly Bridge on Ridge Road in Morgan County, Tennessee.
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All ranger-led programs are Eastern Time. Participants should expect to spend up to 2 hours for this program.
Description
Viewing the Summer Milky Way over the Obed - Ranger-led Telescope Program on July 22
Join our Dark Sky Ranger on July 22, 2023 at 9:30 p.m. ET to view the Summer Milky Way and other stellar objects over the Lilly Bluff Overlook. An NPS telescope will be available for viewing distant star clusters and galaxies, as well as, the bright stars of the season.
This event is subject to clear-sky conditions. In the event of inclement weather or cloud cover, the event may be cancelled. Be sure to call the Obed Visitor Center before 5 p.m. on the day of the event to confirm the status of the event.
Amateur astronomers are also invited to bring their telescopes to join our program and may contact the visitor center for more informations.
Reservation or Registration: No
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