Resource person: 613-637-2000

Location: 2025 Outdoor Theatre (Group Camp - All Campground (99 people), Common Areas) | 29924 Highway 60, Whitney, ON, K0J2M0

Description:

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The Perseids meteor shower occurs annually in August when the Earth passes through the densest layer of debris left behind by the comet Swift-Tuttle. As these tiny particles about the size of a grain of sand enter the Earth's atmosphere, they burn up, creating bright streaks across the sky known as meteors or shooting stars. The peak occurs around the 12th/13th of August each year.

This two hour stargazing event introduces novice and enthusiast stargazers to the origins of the universe and the Perseids Meteor Shower through naked-eye observation, and the use of an 8 inch dobsonian telescope and a SeeStar Smart telescope. Download the SeeStar app to your device in advance.

Led by astronomer, outdoor enthusiast, videographer and University of Toronto Physics and Astronomy graduate Caroline Elkhoury. For more information about your guide, see Caroline's Bio. 

Notes: Consider bringing your personal telescope, cell phone, tripod and red-light flashlight. We have a limited number of red-light flashlights, telescopes and tripods to share. Check the weather forecast at https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/on-29_metric_e.html and dress appropriately for outdoor activities. Stargazing is dependent on clear skies, which for obvious reasons we are not able to guarantee. Sessions go ahead rain or shine. In the event of rain, the session will consist of a presentation and Q&A with Caroline. Accommodations must be reserved separately. If you are unable to secure a tent at Four Corners or prefer a more typical motel stay, we recommend reaching out to Algonquin Accommodations at www.algonquinpark.com. Ask about their newly renovated accessible suites.

Prerequisites: Download SeeStar to your device (see links above) in advance. Only register guests 10 years and older. Children under 10 years may join a registered parent at no charge. Please supervisor children at all times.

Tags: Night Sky

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