The Winter Night Sky at Black Canyon

When:

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday, February 2

Where:

Black Canyon National Park, 10346 Hwy 347, Montrose, CO 81401

Drive east 8 miles on U.S. Hwy 50 from Montrose to junction with Colorado Hwy 347. Turn right and drive 6 miles to the South Rim Visitor Center.

Description:

See the drama of the Milky Way from your perch at the South Rim of Black Canyon National Park. Join the Black Canyon Astronomy Society and Park Rangers to learn more about the winter night sky, and the latest discoveries from the Mars Curiosity Rover. The evening will start with a special program inside the South Rim Visitor Center, followed by night sky viewing. If weather is bad, call (970) 249-1914, ext. 423. The reschedule date is February 9.

We do start indoors, then move outside, but please be prepared for chilly weather. Hot drinks will be available.

Details:

Price:$0.00

Website:http://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/rangerprograms.htm

Phone:(970) 249-1914, ext. 423

photos

BIG NEWS – Motion Picture Corporation of America CEO Brad Krevoy (at right), who is a producer of “When Calls the Heart,” and two of the show’s stars, Daniel Lissing and Erin Krakow (left and center), were among those who spoke at Tuesday’s press conference at the State Capitol. (Photo by Greg Clifton)

Law enforcement officials in San Miguel County are searching for the whereabouts of 33-year-old Matthew Busker, who was reported missing on Monday. (Courtesy photo_

ALL AMERICA CITY MANAGER – Montrose City Manager Bill Bell flourished the award Sunday evening in Denver. Montrose was awarded the title of All America City this weekend. (Photo courtesy Scott Shine)

TELLURIDE ACADEMY STAFF – Gathered for a pre-season photo just prior to the Monday, June 10, launch of its 33rd Summer Season. (Courtesy photo)

PRODIGAL DAUGHTER – Trish Greenwood, Ridgway Elementary School’s new principal (here with husband Jim Nowak), is returning to the school where she began teaching, in 1989. (Courtesy photo)

HEALTHY FAWN – Leave them alone, even if they seem to be abandoned. They more-than-likely are not. (Photo courtesy of David Hannigan, Parks and Wildlife)

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