Earth to Sky Park Telescope 101 Workshop
Hands-on two-night workshop teaching telescope setup, alignment, and observing techniques for beginners and returning owners beneath pristine dark skies, with guided stargazing and equipment troubleshooting.
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Nighttime stargazing under pristine dark skies focusing on planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, and meteor showers with guided telescope viewing and beginner friendly astronomy talks.
Nighttime stargazing under pristine dark skies focusing on planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, and meteor showers with guided telescope viewing and beginner friendly astronomy talks.
Nighttime stargazing under pristine dark skies focusing on planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, and meteor showers with guided telescope viewing and beginner friendly astronomy talks.
Close-up lunar observing with telescopes focused on the brightly lit Moon and crater detail under pristine dark sky conditions; guided study and interpretation for stargazers of all ages at the observatory.
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Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
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Hands on morning workshop focused on buttery, flaky biscuits and tender scones, teaching dough handling, shaping, and baking techniques with practical tips for oven timing and texture.
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