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Night Sky Tour: Full Buck Moon

2950 Pohopoco Dr., Lehighton, PA 18235-8905

Free Event

Join the park educator and our Astronomy enthusiasts/Conservation Volunteers, for an exciting evening exploring the wonders of the heavens. 

This program will highlight the July full moon, sometimes referred to as the Full Buck Moon. Participants will have captivating views of the full moon, as well as planets and constellations, using our professional telescopes. This program will begin as a short informative discussion followed by a hands-on exploration of the wonders and mysteries of the evening skies. Feel free to bring your own equipment. This event is free.

Pre-registration is required to attend this program and spaces are limited. MINORS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. Programs begin at the E.I.C. The park asks that visitors to the Night Sky programs please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.

***PLEASE NOTE!!! All stargazing programs will be canceled in the event of cloudy/overcast skies, rain, or severe thunderstorms. If the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy, the program will be canceled. If the sky is clear or partly cloudy, the program is a GO! A decision to cancel will be made no later than 3pm the day of the program, but most of the time a decision to cancel needs to be made 24 hours in advance. Please keep this in-mind before traveling a long distance to this program!!! PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL OR THE CALENDAR OF EVENTS PAGE FOR A NOTIFICATION OF CANCELLATION BEFORE COMING TO THE PARK!!!

Friday, July 19, 2024 9pm to 10pm