Stargazing in Mojave National Preserve on September 24 |
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If you've never seen the Milky Way from a dark sky, September is a perfect month to see it. The spiral arm of our own galaxy fills the sky overhead all the way to the horizons. With your own eyes, you'll see knots of stars, and seemingly dark voids. Telescopes will reveal star clusters, gas clouds, remnants of exploded stars. The astronomers from the Old Town Sidewalk Astronomers will also point out constellations during a star tour before the observing. Cover your flashlight with brown paper or red tape when near the telescopes, or better yet, leave your flashlight in your tent and let your eyes adapt to the darkness. That's what the astronomers will be doing.
- Free camping all weekend at the group campground!
- Free night sky program with highly skilled astronomers!
- High-powered Telescopes on site for public use!
- Snacks and adult beverages provided!
- Bring a friend and experience the Preserve’s dark and starry night skies by night, wildlife and wildflower blooms by day!
- Learn about the Preserve and the Conservancy!
Where: Mojave National Preserve’s Black Canyon Group Campsite
When: Saturday, September 24, 2011 beginning at 6:00pm
What to Bring: Camping gear, layered clothing, food to share. Dinner is potluck—bring your favorite dish to share with the group. Everyone is responsible for their own breakfast.
RSVP with David Lamfrom at
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or (760) 219-4916 |
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Fence Removal Work Party Oct. 8 2011 |
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MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE – Work Party Saturday, October 8
Join with members of the Mojave National Preserve Conservancy and the National Park Service to remove another section of abandoned, barbed-wire fence from the Mojave National Preserve. We will meet in the Kelso Depot parking lot at 9 a.m. and work through the afternoon. A Sunday morning project is possible with sufficient interest. Bring leather work gloves, water, sun screen, a hat, and lunch. Layers of clothing are best as temperatures can be unpredictable. Tools will be provided. The group campground at Hole-In-The-Wall (with water and vault toilets) is reserved for Friday and Saturday nights. Sturdy tents with strong stakes are advisable in case of high winds. Directions are available at http://www.nps.gov/moja/index.htm. Contact Sid Silliman at
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regarding safety precautions for the weekend and to RSVP. |
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Stargazing in Mojave National Preserve |
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Stargazing in Mojave National Preserve on April 23!
- Free camping all weekend at the group campground! Free night sky program with highly skilled astronomers!
- High-powered Telescopes on site for public use!
- Snacks and adult beverages provided!
- Bring a friend and experience the Preserve’s dark and starry night skies by night, wildlife and wildflower blooms by day!
- Learn about the Preserve and the Conservancy!
April 23, 2011 from 5pm till the sandman calls. For more info contact David Lamfrom at
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or 760-219-4916
Directions to Hole-in-the-Wall group campground:
- Take I-40 East from Barstow (towards Needles) exit at Essex Road.
- Take Essex north (left) to its junction with Black Canyon Road.
- Follow signs right towards Hole-in-the-Wall. Group camp is located on the road to the Fire Center. (This is across Black Canyon Road from the general campground and the visitor center.)
Weather may be hot during the day and cold at night, so bring layers. Bring sufficient food and water for your party! Desert Tortoises are out, so please drive carefully along Essex and Black Canyon Roads. |
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