Yes, that’s right, a flying mammal! Lets wing our way into the world of bats by exploring their amazing adaptations for flight. Learn about how they navigate the forest at night and what bats you may see in New York. Program for ages 7 and up. Bring a flashlight. This program includes a hike to [...]
The Perseid meteor shower, one of the year’s best. The near-full moon will interfere with the view of fainter meteors, but brighter ones should still put on a show (we hope!) Also, great views of Jupiter and Saturn, and maybe a look at Venus. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to lie and watch for [...]
Feeling inspired to share your favorite nature poem or original work? Join us for an evening of open mic poetry and in return be reminded of all the ways nature speaks to us, surrounded by the beauty of Baltimore Woods. Program for adults. $6 for members; $9 for public. Note: Unfortunately, this program has been [...]
We will start the program with great views of Jupiter, Saturn, and the waxing quarter moon, then, as it gets darker, turn our sights on the Summer Milky Way, which has some of the densest concentrations of star clusters and nebulae visible to us in the northern hemisphere. Back-up date July 13th. Program for all [...]
This weekend there will be no moon to interfere with viewing, and we may get an early glimpse at some of the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, plus the spring skies and their clusters. We may still be able to see Mars low in the west and Jupiter will be rising in the east. Back-up date [...]
NOTE: Due to the weather forecast for Friday evening, the Star Party will take place on Saturday, April 13th! Pre-registration for this event has been extended to 12pm Saturday. Walk-ins are also welcome. Come have a look at the first-quarter moon, and after it begins to set, a farewell to the deep-sky objects of winter [...]
