Our Connection to Space: Dark Skies and Light Pollution
Where
Belle Isle State Park, 1632 Belle Isle Rd., Lancaster, VA 22503.
Visitor Center
When
July 22, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Get to know the Dark Skies of Belle Isle State Park!
Join President of our local Audubon Chapter, Kevin Howe, as he talks about the effects of light pollution on birds, insects and people, followed by stargazing in the third in the series of Dark Sky Events at Belle Isle. The evening will begin with a short astronomy discussion and then move outdoors for telescopic views of the night sky.
The event will be held rain or shine.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-462-5030
Email Address: BelleIsle@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Astronomy/Stargazing | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Volunteer Events
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