Cape Lookout National Seashore hosting 'Astronomy Night'

You’re invited to look to the night sky and learn a little bit about the stars during Cape Lookout National Seashore’s “Astronomy Night.”

The event will take place at the Harkers Island Visitor Center on June 22 from 8-11 p.m. NASA Solar System Ambassador Lisa Pelletier-Harmon will be on hand with a presentation called “Celestial Navigation Along the Graveyard of the Atlantic.” According to a press release from Cape Lookout, the program will show visitors the basics of maritime navigation using the night sky.

A star watch party hosted by the NASA Night Sky Network Astronomy Club will follow the presentation. It is sponsored by the Crystal Coast Stargazers. Participants will have the chance to witness the moon and other objects in the sky through a telescope. Other fun activities will be on hand for children to participate.

You’re asked to dressed to the weather, bring water, snacks, bug repellent and flashlight with a red filter that helps in maintaining everyone’s night vision. You’re also encouraged to bring your own telescope. For more information, click here.