Get ready for a family star party in the Muskoka Region of Ontario. Between Friday, October 4th and Saturday October 5, 2013, there will be a star party at the Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Site.
Organized by local astronomy clubs, it will feature a talk and slide show by prolific Canadian amateur astronomer Terence Dickinson, author of the popular book “Nightwatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe” and “The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide”.
It will be held at the Gravenhurst KOA and Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Site.
Gravenhurst Muskoka FAMILY STAR PARTY
When: Friday, Oct. 4, and Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013
Where: Gravenhurst KOA, 1083 Reay Road and TorraRnce Barrens Dark Sky Site
Featuring ASTRO TALK BY TERENCE DICKINSON followed by telescope viewing at KOA and Torrance Barrens
• 25% discount at KOA, some cabins available 1-800-562-9883, e-mail gravenhurstkoa@cogeco.net contact direct for discount
• Hotels: Mariott 705-687-6600 and Howard Johnson 705-687-7707
• Local merchant coupons for attendees • Beautiful Muskoka seasonal events
For more information, contact Alan Keates at 705-687-4364 or e-mail gerryflaherty@rogers.com