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Space Travel Schedule 2011
We don't have a fixed schedule for the winter months; however, we will open for you and your group, on nights when the sky is clear. Just call during the day and let us know the number of people we should prepare for.
The rest of the year, BHO is open at specific times to showcase interesting sky objects and take you through a tour of the night sky. Reservations are required so call us at 705.657.2544. The main observatory can hold 8 to 10 people at a time. The show runs an hour and includes a tour from the Kidner SkyDeck, observing through BHO's binoculars and telescopes.
Parking is at the end of the driveway in the main season, and red flashlights are provided to protect your night vision on your way to the main observatory. It's not a long walk, but it's in the country, so be prepared for the weather and seasonal bugs.
Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children under 16 years of age. We look forward to seeing you.
MARCH
The
Moon Meets the Lion
March 11 through 19
Show starts at 8 p.m.
APRIL
The
Lord of the Rings Rises
April 1 & 2, 8 & 9, 22 through 24
Show starts at 9 p.m.
MAY
A
Galactic Gathering
May 13 & 14, 27 & 28
Show starts at 9:30 p.m.
JUNE
The
Star Clusters of Summer
June 1 through 11, 24 through 30
Show starts at 10 p.m.
JULY
The
Summer Triangle
July 1 through 10, 22 through 31
Show starts at 10 p.m.
AUGUST
Milky
Way Wonders
August 1 through 7, 19 through 31
Show starts at 9:30 p.m.
Perseid
Meteor Shower
Aug 11/12 - 10 p.m. to dawn
SEPTEMBER
Andromeda the Princess of Galaxies
Sept. 1 through 5, 20 through 30
Show starts at 9 p.m.
Autumn Star-Scape
October 1 & 2, 21 & 22, 28 & 29
Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
CLOSED FROM OCTOBER
30, 2011 TO MARCH BREAK, 2012
All times are EST. Clear skies are essential. You can check out our sky conditions here or from the tab above!
Buckhorn Observatory, 2254 County Road 507, Buckhorn, Ontario, Canada K0L 1J0
705-657-2544