Public "Star Party" at Garland Ranch

An evening of stargazing open to the public at Garland Ranch Regional Park , hosted by the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District (MBRPD).  Telescopes, binoculars and a universe of knowlege provided by members of the MIRA Astronomy Club.

Cloud cover cancels this event.

Notes to the public :  here is a brief description, some tips, and “star party” etiquette, as presented on the back page of MPRD’s Spring/Summer Let’s Go Outdoors! brochure:
 

Here is a map showing where to park and how to walk to the Visitor Center, where the telescopes will be set up:
 

Notes to participiating MIRA Astronomy Club members :  sunset is at 8:25pm on this day.  The event is scheduled to begin shortly before sunset.  Therefore, plan to arrive with your stargazing equipment between 7:00pm and 7:30pm, to give yourself adequate time to unpack and move your car.  Parking is available near the Visitor Center, as shown in the map below: