Earth and Sky Adventures

Location of Sweet Run State Park in Virginia

Where

Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132.
Interpretive Center

When

Aug. 10, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

We will have a gentle evening walk around one of the trails beginning at 7:30.   There will also be some activities in the Interpretive Center from 7:30-9:00 pm.  At 9:00 p.m. we'll gather behind the Interpretive Center for Northern Virginia Astronomy Club (NOVAC) members to orient us with a brief sky tour and look at deep space objects through their telescopes. Red cellophane and rubber bands will be provided to cover flashlights. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the magic of the park after dark. 

 

Telescope

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-668-6230
Email Address: sweetrun@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Earth and Sky Adventures - May 11, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Earth and Sky Adventures - Sept. 7, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Earth and Sky Adventures - Oct. 5, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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