Special Program: Universe in the Park and Perseid Meteor Shower

Description

Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison as they present Badger Talks, a PowerPoint presentation about astronomy and a chance to view the night skies through a high-powered telescope. Newport State Park in Ellison Bay is the best place to view this spectacular meteor shower as it is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. No seating is available, so bring a lawn chair or blanket, and flashlights or headlamps with a red lens (protects night vision). Meet at Lot 3, follow path to shelter building.

This event is weather-dependent.

Group/Program Hosting: Badger Talks UW-Madison and Newport State Park Naturalist program
Property & Event Location: Newport State Park, 475 County Road NP, Ellison Bay, WI 54210
Event Contact: Beth Bartoli, beth.bartoli@wisconsin.gov, 920-854-2500