Astronomy Special Event: See a Total Lunar Eclipse and Learn How and Why They Happen!!!

Astronomy Special Event:  See a Total Lunar Eclipse and Learn How and Why They Happen!!!

Tuesday, March 3rd

 2:30 am – 7:00 am 

Location: RBSRA Parking Lot F

Please join our BNA volunteer astronomer, Tom Harper, and experts associated with Heide Observatory at Hawthorn Hollow for this fun and interesting early morning event:  one that we do not get to see very often!

• • On March 3rd from 2:30 am until sunrise we will be able to watch a total Lunar eclipse.* From 2:30 to 5:00 am the Moon will slowly darken as it is covered by the Earth’s shadow.
  • For the next hour it will remain dark as it passes behind the Earth then begins to come out of the shadow just as the sun is rising and the Moon is setting.
  • For additional information on the lunar eclipse:  https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/lunar/2026-march-3

Notes:

• • This takes place at Richard Bong State Recreational Area (RBSRA) – parking lot F. https://maps.app.goo.gl/QWhf22Tif8eRDojU7
  • 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 dark mode when possible.
  • Carpooling is encouraged to minimize light.
  • Dress warm!!  This event is outside. Dress for cold temperatures with multiple layers of clothing for warmth as temperatures drop quickly at night.

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

This event is co-sponsored by the Bong Naturalist Association and the Heide Observatory at Hawthorn Hollow.  Our thanks to Hawthorn Hollow for making this an extra special event!

Just a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.