 BIG BEND - Star Party
"An Exploration of the Heavens and
Stars Above"
"Look deep into
nature and then you will understand everything better"
-- Albert Einstein
How many of us have wished for a
better understanding of the constellations and galaxies as we look toward the
heavens on one of those dark nights? Join the Far Flung Outdoor Center and
McDonald Observatory as we spend a dark night on the Rio Grande in Big Bend.
We'll furnish the telescopes, meals and river equipment - you bring all the
science questions. Friends and family (tell the science teacher the classroom
this weekend will be in Big Bend) are more than welcome. Here's the
agenda:
 Should you choose to arrive the night before our departure date
(most folks do) check out our Where to Stay
section above for overnight lodging.
Friday, October 28 :
Departure Day. We'll meet at our offices in Study Butte at 8:00 a.m. to pack
our gear and leave for the river. Our journey today takes us into true
backcountry wilderness. Our overnight camp will be set up in an open area for
the best possible viewing. While our guides prepare dinner and camp, you'll
have time to hike, explore or just relax. Darkness will kick off the star
party. The party ends when you're ready to quit.
 Saturday, October 29: Our
last day on the river starts with a big country breakfast, followed by the
final exploration of the Rio Grande. We'll take-out in the early afternoon
where our vans will be waiting to return us to the Texas River office.
About Our Special Guest:
Joe Wheelock is a Public
Affairs Specialist with the McDonald Observatory. An avid astronomer, Joe works
in the Visitors Center
of McDonald
Observatory conducting tours, star parties and educational programs for the
general public as well as special educational groups.
October 28-29, 2005
Prices...
$325/person plus Texas sales tax at 7.75%
A non-refundable deposit of $100/person is required at the time of
reservation.
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