Nature Program on the Moon
- January 26 · 5:00 PM
Moon Rise with Wilbur and Orville
Location: Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center, 2380 Memorial Road, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433 | MapTime: 5:00 PM Fee Information: FREE Contact Name: Park Ranger Contact Phone Number: [masked]
map location close-up http://goo.gl/maps/infQW
Indoor program at 5:00 pm
Outside at 5:45 dress warmly.
Have you ever wondered about the moon's ever-changing path and appearance in the sky? During the winter the Sun takes a lower path across the sky, while Full Moon rides high. These and other aspects of lunar activity will be explored as part of a free program presented by park volunteer Patricia Shaw at 5:00 pm on Saturday, January 26, 2013, at the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center, located at Wright Brothers Hill on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Shaw will provide tips on keeping track of the moon throughout the changing seasons and will explore moon phases, daytime moon sighting, crescent moons, and what causes an eclipse. If the weather is clear, the program will culminate with a chance to observe the rise of winter's full "Wolf Moon".
In the event of bad weather, the program will be held on Sunday, January 27 at 6:00 pm.
We invite you to deepen your connections with the world around us and with our nearest satellite. The program is open to the public and is free of charge. For more information please contact the park at [masked].
http://www.nps.gov/daav/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?eventID=357832-206081
If the weather allows, there will be an opportunity to explore the grounds with Park Ranger Maribeth following the program at approximately 6pm. Bring a flashlight.
Also covered will be a few tips on using the Sun, Moon and Stars as direction aids.
Photo credit: Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center.
Meet at the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center located on Wright Brothers Hill, 2380 Memorial Road (for GPS location, enter the intersection of Kauffman Avenue and Skyline Drive), Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, 45433
Map Link To Meeting Location: http://goo.gl/maps/infQW At the entrance off Kauffman you will probably first notice a large gate which is likely to be closed. Look to your right for the lane going uphill to the center.
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Doughnut
It was so nice getting a glimps into so much knoweledge about our Moon and realizing I don't know anything. ;) (but Patricia tried to teach me a little bit)
January 28
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Patricia
If you are up early, look west in the morning - may still be able to see it before it sets at 7:42 am.
January 27
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Laura
Patricia gave a great talk about the moon and showed her enthusiasm and knowledge. Maribeth's night hike was very enjoyable and fun. Some night miles on the Buckeye Trail, finding the snow prints of some four legged friends, and learning about night vision, dams and walking like a fox! And, I saw the beautiful full moon at 10:30...
1 · January 27
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Todd Collins
Fascinating program, years of interest in astronomy and the skies and I am still learning. Ms Shaw knows her moon! Thank you so much for sharing. Also thanks to Maribeth for leading the after-program hike, apologies for turning back but we had to handle a Red Cross emergency call.
January 26
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Greg Kambitsch
Enjoyed seeing you and Shawna.Sorry you had to leave early. Hope the call doesn't go too late.
January 26
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Greg Kambitsch
Thanks so much for the night time program NPS and Patricia Shaw! Learned much and had great fun!
January 26
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Greg Kambitsch
BREAKING NEWS 10:53 PM EST: The clouds have parted! Everyone run outside see the moon!
January 26
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Patricia
Patricia Shaw did a great program on the moon. I liked the 3-D visuals and I will never look at a waxing gibbous the same again. Thanks also to Maribeth for the "hike and history" of the Huffman Prairie and vicinity.
January 26
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Claire
The presentation was very interesting and I enjoyed the night hike. Maribeth you are a great guide.
January 26
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maribeth kambitsch
I am attending, and will be leading a short hike if the weather is good.!
January 23
13 attended
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maribeth kambitsch
Event Host
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Laura +1
Donating Member, Assistant Organizer
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Eva Williams +1
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Doughnut
Donating Member
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Greg Kambitsch
Donating Member
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Patricia
Donating Member
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Todd Collins +1
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