Moonlit Hike and Telescope Observation
Tue, Apr 21 · 7:00pm–7:00pm
A perfect way to spark your child's curiosity about the night sky.
At a glance
- Price
- $15
- Ages
- All ages
- Location
- West Philadelphia
- Setting
- outdoor
- Time
- ~1h 30m
- Signup
- Just show up
What to know
- •1.5-mile guided moonwalk with an expert
- •High-powered telescope for close-up views
- •Family-friendly atmosphere for all ages
More details
Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and astronomer/educator Buddy Muhler for a 1
5-mile guided moonwalk and telescope observation in West Fairmount Park. We’ll start by using the moonlight to guide us on a hike of the historic Trolley Trail, which roughly follows the route of the old Fairmount Park Trolley that operated from 1896-1946. Learn a little about the history of the trail and the nocturnal animals that call the park home. Next, we’ll turn our attention to the sky with a guided moon and planet observation. Novice and experienced astronomers alike will be given insights and tips by experienced instructor Buddy Muhler. Each attendee will have the chance to travel close up to the moon’s surface by looking through Buddy’s high-powered telescope! Buddy will discuss the lunar cycles and point out interesting visible surface features such as dark gray mares (seas) and white reflective highlands. We’ll gaze at planets or stars and discuss other astronomical wonders of the night sky.
