Solar Viewing
2PM | Observation Building @ Shore Acres
Using a special telescope, we’ll be able to safely look at the Sun and see its features, including sunspots. Join a ranger to see the Sun and learn about our nearest star.
How to Talk to Aliens – Even if You’re Shy (guided hike)
4PM | Shore Acres @ Observation Building
Humans have spent decatdes trying to talk to aliens! But would they even understand us if they ever got one of our many messages? Join us for a fun walk and talk at the Shore Acres observation building.
Explore the Universe
7:30 PM | Evening Program @ Shore Acres Gardens
Join us in the Shore Acres Gardens to talk about planets, stars, galaxies, and how we know what we know about the universe.
Saturday Night Star Party
8:00 PM | Star Party @ Shore Acres Gardens
Final star party if festival. Join us for a guided tour of the night sky in the Shore Acres Gardens. Rangers and volunteers will have telescopes for the public. Program includes constellation tour.
Please note: Parking Permit is $10 per vehicle and required to park in the Shore Acres day use parking lot.