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Star Party
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Free. All programs are free with a valid park pass!Location: LAT/LONG: 44.930482, -85.958652
Meet rangers and astronomers at the Thoreson farm parking lot.
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Description
Join park rangers and astronomers from the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society (GTAS) at the Thoreson farm during the Port Oneida Fair. Rangers will provide information on preserving dark skies, and GTAS will have telescopes set up for visitors to enjoy.
Volunteers will be assisting with parking. Be sure to stop by the National Lakeshore’s Bear Force One van in front of the Dune Climb for more information and handouts. We recommend bringing a flashlight (with a redlight setting or filter to prevent disrupting night vision, if possible) for the walk back to your car and bug spray. You are welcome to bring your own binoculars, beach chairs, and blankets for a more comfortable experience, and water is always recommended for National Park Service (NPS) programs. For more information about the GTAS, go to http://www.gtastro.org/.
Programs will be cancelled if the sky is not visible due to weather conditions. The decision to cancel is usually made two hours in advance. Please call 231-326-4700, ext. 5005, for a voicemail message with the decision.