Tom Price Stargazing Event

When:  Apr 12, 2022 from 17:30 to 20:30 (AWST)
Join in for a sausage sizzle before hearing about the solar eclipse and how the Shire of Ashburton is becoming an amazing dark sky destination for tourists. Then head out to the oval to join Carol from Astrotourism WA at her telescope and take a closer look at our beautiful night sky.

6pm - Presentations
Carol Redford from Astrotourism WA will give a presentation on Dark Sky Tourism and why the Shire of Ashburton is so well suited for stargazing. Dr Kate Russo from “Being in the Shadow” will present on the 2023 Solar Eclipse, discussing how the Solar Eclipse will impact the Ashburton region.
6:45pm - Stargazing
Be amazed at a green laser pointer tour and take a closer look at the Moon through a telescope. Explore the beautiful night sky and discover more about the special Total Solar Eclipse happening in 2023.

Please bring your own chairs, rugs, picnics, torches, and insect repellent if needed for stargazing. 

Drinks available for purchase from the Tom Price Golf Club Bar.

#GAM2022

Location

Mountain View Sporting Club
836 East Road
Tom Price, WA 6571