The current gate closure time is 7 p.m. After that time, a code is needed for park entry (& access to the astronomy field).



October 2020 Meeting (!) and Observing Night

24 September, 2020 (16:55) | Events, Observing | By: mlott

We will be having a meeting followed by observing on October 10, 2020! Facemasks and social distancing are requested.

The meeting will begin at 5 pm in the Campbell Building on Murder Creek Church Road, rain or shine. We will have observing afterwards on Jon Wood Astronomy, weather permitting.  See our home page for more details.

Sunset will be at 7:36 p.m. Astronomical dusk ends (and maximum darkness begins) at 8:59 p.m.

The Elliott Trail automatic road gate at Marben Farm Rd. closes for incoming traffic at 7 p.m., so be prepared to enter the gate code if you arrive afterwards. The gate opens automatically for outgoing traffic as you approach it to leave.