Join members of the Sidewalk Astronomers at Kaibab Lodge for a Milky Way talk at sunset
June 11, 2007

On June 11 four members of the Sidewalk Astronomers will present a special star party to guests at the Kaibab Lodge. Join astronomer and writer Jane Houston Jones (who works on the NASA Cassini Mission to Saturn organizing amateur astronomers to do educational outreach http://soc.jpl.nasa.gov/index.cfm ), Morris Jones, an experienced astronomer, lecturer and writer, Barry Peckham from the Hawaiian Astronomical Society, also an active astronomer writer and lecturer, and John Dobson who has been called the "Pied Piper of Astronomy," the "Star Monk," and the "MacGuyver of Astronomy." The four have presented star parties and star talks to thousands of members of the public all over the United States (and Australia), and particularly enjoy showcasing the summer Milky Way in pristine dark sky settings like the Kaibab Lodge.

Stargazing will begin when it is dark. If you bring flashlights, remember to always point them down, and cup your hand over the light to protect your night vision and that of those around you. It is amazing how little flashlight you need when the stars are out. The lights affect your night vision and your star gazing potential. Special red tape (automotive lens repair tape) will be available to place on your flashlight if you wish.