Join park staff for a close up look at the amazing insects that have fascinated us for ages: fireflies or lightning bugs! Discover how and why these beetles light up the sky during a short discussion, and explore the fields of Cherry Springs in search of fireflies. This program is designed for all knowledge levels…
Launch into space by joining us for astronomy-themed educational yard games. These games will provide an intro to astronomy, and are a great way to ease into the following Night Sky Tour program. Registration is not required for this fun, family-friendly, and free event. —- While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a…
Look through park telescopes at some key telescope-observable features of late spring and early summer. Take a closer look at a surprising star in the Big Dipper, peer into the heart of Scorpius the scorpion, and more. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky.…
Wish you knew your way around the night sky? Experience the wonder of a starry night at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Learn how to find the Big Dipper and the North Star, and learn a few key summer constellations. Great for beginners! Listen as we recount the legends and…
It’s so dark at night, how do night-time animals ever get anything done? In this family-friendly program, explore the 5 senses we (and nocturnal animals!) use to find their way at night. This program intended for families with children. — Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to…
Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural afeatures and discovering where moon landings took place among them. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the moon's surface. No pre-registration required. Telescopes available…
Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Explore the constellations of Leo the Lion and Ursa Major (Big Bear), and observe the planets Mars and Venus. Listen as we recount the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn…
Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Explore the constellations of Leo the Lion and Ursa Major (Big Bear), and observe the planets Mars and Venus. Listen as we recount the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn…