Bear Valley Star Party
July 25th & 26th, 2009
Bear Valley Star Party
Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26
Following the Evening Performances
Dark skies and masses of viewable stars are a breathtaking legend in the lush alpine resort of Bear Valley at 7,500 feet elevation. Bucolic Bear Valley Village and Ski Resort, at the edge of Central Sierra’s Alpine County, is surrounded by U. S. National Forest. The result is very little ambient light and almost ideal stargazing opportunities. Now, everyone can experience this wonderful setting to view the universe during the third annual Bear Valley Star Party, July 25th and 26th.
You are welcome to view the night sky through the special telescopes provided, or just bring a blanket or chairs to casually join in the fun. In either case, this promises to be a special experience. The Star Party is located at the bus storage area in the Mountain Resort parking lot just off Highway 4. It begins after the July 25th and July 26th evening performances and runs until sunrise.
This year’s Bear Valley Star Party event is FREE, including two classes, access to the viewing site and telescope viewing. There will also be a door prize drawing to win Scope City gift certificates, astronomy pictures, charts and books, 10x50 and 12-36x70 Giant Barska Binoculars, Konus Motor 500 telescope and more! Tickets for the drawing are $5 each. All of the net profits will be donated to the Bear Valley Music Festival.
Raffle Ticket Purchases:
You can purchase Star Party raffle tickets now at the Bear Valley Lodge check-in counter, Bear Valley Music Festival Office, or the Bear Valley General Store. Also, on July 25th at the concession stand inside the Bear Valley Music Festival tent.
Classes (approximately 1 hour):
1st Class: Basic astronomy- Learn about the night sky and discover the many different wonders it holds. Saturday, 7/25, 2 PM at the John Ebbetts Conference Room in the Bear Valley Lodge
2nd Class: Learn about the Moon and planets. Also, hands-on session about the use of telescopes and the difference between a reflector and refractor. Plus, experts explain what to look for in a first telescope. Sunday, 7/26, 2 PM at the John Ebbetts Conference Room in the Bear Valley Lodge. Stay after class for your chance to win some great BVSP door prizes!
Don’t Miss It!
For more information and costs, please visit http://bearvalleystarparty.com/
