Kitt Peak National Observatory
Retreat
Thursday, February 5
3:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Kitt Peak National Observatory
Nightly Observing Program
$135 per person (transportation included)
With 23 optical and two radio telescopes, Kitt Peak National Observatory is the largest, most diverse gathering of astronomical instruments in the Northern Hemisphere. We begin our tour with a stop at the Visitor Center, where we will examine the exhibits that describe this national observatory and other interesting topics. We enjoy a light meal and then have a docent-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky. Next, we learn how to identify stars and the constellations. Once we are outdoors, we will explore the night skies and view them with high-powered binoculars. Then we enter one of the domes to view through a telescope and observe the night skies in all its grandeur. Come along and discover your Universe. If you’ve never participated in one of the nighttime Kitt Peak programs before you are in for a very pleasant surprise.
The NOP is our most popular nighttime program and runs nightly year-round. Warm clothes, good closed-toe walking shoes, pants (not shorts) and a jacket are important. In case of inclement weather, we reserve the right to insert an alternate astronomy program presented by Kitt Peak.
Transportation included. Please note times include 1.5 hour transportation time each direction - plan accordingly. Space in limited. Sign up early to guarantee your tickets.
