Earth and Sky Adventures
Where
Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132.
Interpretive Center
When
May 11, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Join us for an evening presentation at 7:30 in the interpretive center. Dr. Bruce Kimmel will present a fascinating audio-visual presentation on our local bats and how the Virginia Master Naturalists Banshee Reeks Chapter is monitoring their populations. At 9:00p.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.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-668-6230
Email Address: sweetrun@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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