Stargazing program this Saturday at Washoe Lake State Park
Join Washoe Lake State Park staff for an astronomy-themed program under the stars. Ancient cultures studied the stars for various reasons. Today, relaxing under the stars means taking a break from our fast-paced modern culture. We will point out some common summer constellations and discuss events like the ongoing Perseids Meteor Shower and the upcoming total solar eclipse (which we will not be able to see from the park).
Participants should bring a lawn chair, binoculars, and red flashlight if possible. (Limited seating, binoculars, red lights and star charts will be available for use during the program). We will not be using telescopes, but binoculars can also give us a great view of stars not visible to the naked eye.
WHEN: Saturday, August 19, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park (4855 Eastlake Blvd.) Take Exit 44 from I-580 and drive north approximately four miles on Eastlake Blvd. The park entrance will be on your left. Turn left past the fee booth and it is the first parking lot on the right.
COST: There is a park entrance fee of $7 per vehicle, with a $2 discount for Nevada residents.
CONTACT: Kim Zuch, washoelake@hdiss.net, 775-687-4319.
— Jenny Ramella is a Public Information Officer with the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.