The skies are forecast to be clear tonight at Kopernik! It will be a great night to head to up to check out our newest telescope - a 14" Celestron EDGE HD. We will have a moonless sky tonight so there will be plenty to see - including a great view of the Milky Way. There is also a small chance that we may see some Aurora Borealis this evening.
Our program tonight, Geocaching: Modern Treasure Hunting, is a talk about a family friendly activity that gets gets your body and your mind engaged - see below for more details. The program begins at 8 p.m..
After the program, see Mars, double stars and deep-sky celestial objects. Remember that weather forecasting is an inexact science and sky conditions can change rapidly. Make sure to dress warm as the temperature in the Observatory will be in the 30s. Our main building, where the program will be held, is heated however. Hot chocolate, coffe and tea will be available for purchase in the main building.
Families should arrive early at 7 p.m. to participate in Kopernik's Friday Night Family Hour. The Family Hour will offer a 3-D tour of the Universe and also offers an opportunity to see Saturn through our telescopes before it sets.
We hope to see you tonight!
Roy Williams
Public Programs Coordinator
Kopernik Observatory
& Science Center (607)748-3685 ext. 315
Geocaching: Modern Treasure Hunting
Drew Deskur, Kopernik Director
Friday, October 18
8 p.m.
See how to get started in this family-friendly activity that uses hand-held GPS and/or cell phone. Rules, terms, equipment, and techniques of geocaching will be explained. Come learn why over 3 million people find geocaching a great way to exercise your body and your brain.
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