Like to get a better look at objects you see in the night sky or want to share the excitement of star gazing with your family and friends? Then come to DASEF’s Mountjoy Observatory for one of our evening “Eyes on the Skies” sessions (see schedule below). For two hours, you can explore the universe in our observatory and learn about the moon, the planets, and constellations. The fee is $5/person. Limit: 15-20 participants.
The Mountjoy Astronomical Observatory is used for observing celestial events. The observatory is attached to the Environmental Outpost, located at 585 Big Oak Roadin Smyrna, Delaware. The observatory is home to a 16”Meade Telescope and 3 Orion Newtonians. DASEF’s amateur astronomer and instructors engage in astronomy education and public outreach. The general public and special groups are invited to preregister online for our two hour Eyes on the Skies programs on selected evenings throughout the year.
Pay by exact change or check. Make check payable to: “DASEF”. To sign up email your name, number of participants, and your phone number to: Lynne Bloom at dasef.outpost@verizon.net
Dates for Star Gazing:
| Friday, October 26, 2012 | 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Lunar Celebration |
| Friday, November 16, 2012 | 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Friday, January 18, 2013 | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Friday, February 22, 2013 | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Friday, March 22, 2013 | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Friday, April 19, 2013 | 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Lunary Celebration |
| Friday, May 31, 2013 | 8:00pm to 10:00pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Thursday, June 27, 2013 | 8:00pm to 10:00pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
| Thursday, July 18, 2013 | 8:00pm to 10:00pm | Planets and Visible Constellations |
