Join local and park astronomers for the annual Star Party in Mesa Verde National Park on Oct. 5.
The annual Star Party at Mesa Verde National Park will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Morefield Campground Amphitheater, 4 miles into the park.
Mesa Verde Park Ranger Kayla Lanoue will guide attendees through the event. Lanoue has presented night sky programs at Dinosaur National Monument and Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Highlights will include constellation identification, multicultural sky stories and stunning telescope views of the objects adorning the early fall night sky.
Stargazers should dress warmly, bring a blanket or chair to sit on, bring binoculars if possible and red lights for use after dark. Do not bring dogs.
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