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Program: Meteors & Moths Overnight Event
Park: Observatory Park
Room: Grounds
Reservation Deadline: 8/11/18
Date: 8/11/18 - 8/12/18
Meeting Days: Sun., Sat.
Time: 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Fee: Free
# of people: Open
Openings: No registration required
Program Category: Astronomy
Program Type: Annual, Astronomy, Exploration, Nature outings, Nature's Not to Be Missed
Age Range: All Ages
Description: Bring a tent and spend the night enjoying the Perseid Meteor Shower and the night-flying moths attracted by our black light and mercury vapor lamps! Best meteor viewing should be 1-3 AM; a naturalist will be on hand from sunset to sunrise. Whatever the weather, interact with moths and other nocturnal insects as you help sample and survey on-site wildlife. Camping guidelines: Tents may be set up starting after noon; no campers, trailers or generators allowed. Please do not pitch tents on the hill/grassy area behind the Oberle Observatory or in coned areas, as these areas are utilized for the movie night activities beginning at 8 p.m. and "Back to the Future" showing at dark. Meteors & Moths activities begin at 9 p.m., and the Hunger Squad food truck will be onsite selling evening meals and breakfast.
Accessibility: Partially Wheelchair / Stroller Accessible
Area around the plaza and science buildings are fully accessible. The Planetary trail is crushed gravel and may not be accessible for wheelchairs.
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