Here's a free activity at the Silver River State Park. The Ocala Astronomy Society is bringing out the telescopes for stargazing 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Don't forget the bug spray!
And remember, admission to the state parks is free on Saturday!
Here's the information, found on the Florida State Parks website:
STARGAZING
Silver River State Park
Date: July 17, 2010; 7:30 pm
Description:
The Ocala Astronomy Club comes to the park with telescopes and knowledge for an educational evening under the stars. This is a great opportunity for beginning astronomers to ask questions about a new scope, or to find out what they are seeing in the sky. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; insect repellant suggested. Event is weather permitting.
Fees: July 17, 2010; 7:30 pm
Contact: Deborah.Wilson@dep.state.fl.us
Directions:
Silver River State Park is located east of Ocala, 1 mile south of S.R. 40 on S.R. 35. From Interstate 75, take exit 352 onto SR 40 east, about 9 miles to SR 35. From Interstate 95 take exit 268 to Route 40 west, about 60 miles to SR 35.
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