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Astronomy Special Event: Moon & Mercury at Sunset!!! Event Just Added!

February 18 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Graphic Courtesy of the “Almanac” website

 

Astronomy Special Event:  Moon & Mercury at Sunset!!!

Wednesday, February 18th

5:30 – 6:30 pm

Location:  Parking Lot F

 

Shortly after sunset at 5:30PM on Feb. 18th we will be able to see* the planets Mercury and Saturn very near the 1 day old Moon which will be a thin crescent. We might even catch a quick look at Venus as it follows the Sun.

Photo Courtesy Tom Harper

Join the BNA’s volunteer astronomer, Tom, to view Mercury & the Moon.  Bring your own telescope/binoculars or view this beautiful site through Tom’s powerful telescope.  We will also have binoculars on hand to see this event close up!

Fun Facts:

    • The planets Venus and Mercury are both closer to the Sun than the Earth making them a challenge to see most of the time.
    •  That also means that this event will end quickly as they set within a hour of the Sun.
Photo Courtesy Tom Harper

Notes:

    • To enable better viewing of the night sky, we ask that all white lights be turned off and any other forms of light (including cell phones) be kept to a minimum.  Please use the dark mode when possible.
    • Carpooling, to minimize light, is encouraged.
    • Dress warm!  This event takes place outside.  Please dress for cold temps and with multiple layers of clothing for warmth.  Temperatures drop quickly at sunset.

*This event may be cancelled because of inclement weather which includes snow, rain, significant cloud cover, or extreme temperatures.

 

All programs require a current Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.

Moon – Mercury graphic courtesy of the “Almanac” website.

 

Details

  • Date: February 18
  • Time:
    5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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