CANCELLED: Meteors & Moths Overnight Event on 8/11/20 starting at 9:00 PM

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Program:	CANCELLED: Meteors & Moths Overnight Event
Park:	Observatory Park
Room:	Grounds
Reservation Deadline:	8/11/20
Date:	8/11/20 - 8/12/20
Meeting Days:	Tue., Wed.
Time:	9:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Fee:	Free
Program Category:	Astronomy
Program Type:	Annual, Astronomy, Exploration, Nature outings, Nature's Not to Be Missed
Age Range:	All Ages
Description:	CANCELLED: This program is cancelled due to the coronavirus and State of Ohio guidelines. For updates on Geauga Park District's handling of the pandemic, please visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org/coronavirus-your-parks. * 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 1-3 AM. Naturalist on site from sunset to sunrise. Whatever the weather, interact with moths and other nocturnal insects as you help sample and survey onsite wildlife. CAMPING GUIDELINES: We hope you enjoy this once-a-year opportunity to pitch your tent at Observatory Park! TENTS ONLY may be SET UP TUESDAY AFTER 4 PM & REMOVED BY WEDNESDAY AT 9AM. Thank you for understanding that no campers, trailers or generators will be permitted. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, GRILLS OR OPEN FIRES. Pets must be leashed at all times.
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.
Volunteers
Volunteers Needed:	3