Milky Way Nights

You are invited to join our researchers to observe the dark night sky and gaze at the Milky Way for three evenings in July. On July 21, 22 and 23rd, the dark sky conditions are perfect for viewing planetary nebula, globular clusters and distant galaxies. Jupiter, Mars and Saturn will be visible in July, and all three planets are always amazing to view through a telescope. Each evening we will offer a sky tour outside on our viewing terrace and point out some of the highlights of the summer sky. Milky Way Nights are special evenings at the observatory dedicated to solely observing the night sky. There will be an array of telescopes operated by University of Calgary astronomers and members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Calgary Centre. You will have the opportunity to look through the telescopes, and astronomers will be on hand to answer questions. The entrance fee is a donation to our educational programming. The event runs three nights and we are open from 10pm to 2am on each evening. This is a drop in event, no requirement to pre-register. The RAO is a dark sky area, please bring a flashlight, red or dimmed preferred. The observatory is located on a windy hill, please dress for the weather. For more details go to: http://www.ucalgary.ca/rao

Location:

Rothney Astrophysical Observatory

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/milky-way-nights