Join us for a mesmerizing Star Party on August 16, 2025, as the late summer skies come alive above the pristine Wet Mountain Valley. This night offers a stunning view of constellations like Sagittarius and Aquila, with the Milky Way stretching across the heavens. Through telescopes, we’ll explore the bright star Altair in the Summer Triangle and the teapot-shaped asterism of Sagittarius, home to celestial treasures like the Lagoon Nebula (M8). As the night deepens, we’ll share tales of Aquila, the Eagle, and its place in Greek mythology as Zeus’s messenger. Whether you're a stargazing enthusiast or simply curious about the cosmos, this evening will be an unforgettable journey through the stars.

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Attendees will be able to observe our pristine night sky thru the lens of the Smokey Jack Observatory’s 14”, state of the art telescope. Additional telescopes will be setup around the Observatory for viewing and one of our trained Star Guides will be pointing out the brightest stars and constellations.

Free and open to the public. No reservations needed.

Depending on weather conditions, public events can be cancelled the day of the event. All cancellations will be made at least 2 hours before the event start time the day of the event and our voicemail greeting will be changed to announce the cancellation. In order to obtain cancellation details you can call our phone number, 719-398-1284. We will also post on our X account with any last second changes or updates.

As always, these events are free. However, as a non-profit, we rely exclusively on the generous contributions of our supporters. We do greatly appreciate your tax deductible donations!