Filed under: Astronomy, Higher Education, K-12, OMSI, STEM, Science | Tags: Star Party
From our friends at the OMSI Kendall Planetarium in Portland, Oregon:
Because Earth’s moon will be in a perfect position for viewing on Saturday, July 21, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Rose City Astronomers and Vancouver Sidewalk Astronomers have organized a Star Party at Rooster Rock State Park, located 22 miles east of Portland on I-84 (east of Sandy River) at exit 25, starting at 8:30 pm. Parking is $3 per vehicle.Jim Todd, OMSI’s Kendall Planetarium manager, said that the angle of the sun will cause deep shadows to fall on the moon’s surface, making its highlands and craters more easily visible. Beginning and expert stargazers are invited to use a variety of telescopes owned by club members to view the moon and other objects in the sky.“For astronomers, this is the best opportunity to view the details of the moon’s surface with binoculars and telescopes,” Todd said. “Visitors will also be able to see a perfect image of a first quarter moon, Jupiter, Comet Linear, star clusters, nebulae and other celestial objects,” he added.
OMSI staff will present informal talks on the moon’s cycles, visible constellations such as the summer triangle, and the pre-summer night sky. It is suggested that interested visitors call (503) 797-4610 on July 21 after 4:00 p.m. for possible weather-related cancellations. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Kendall Planetarium, please visit http://www.omsi.edu/visit/planetarium/u>
