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Grand Canyon Star Party: Astronomy at the Edge of the Universe

Program No. 16157RJ
Turn down the lights and get ready to party! At the Grand Canyon Star Party, you’ll meet astronomers, have access to more than 40 high-powered telescopes and explore Meteor Crater.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Flagstaff, AZ
Program Concludes
Flagstaff, AZ
Meals
13 ( 5B, 3L, 5D )
Activity Level
Glance down and you will see some of the oldest exposed rocks from our planet. Glance up and you will behold the origin of our universe. Welcome to the Grand Canyon Star Party! Enjoy two nights of sky watching at one of Arizona's greatest astronomical events of the year as more than 40 telescopes are pointed at the skies above to behold the wonders of clear June skies.
Best of all, you'll...
  • In Flagstaff, a center for astronomical study since the late 1800s, meet astronomers and discuss planetary geology, the origin of the universe, NASA projects and other current topics.
  • Visit Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered, and Meteor Crater, the world's best-preserved meteorite impact site, that was used as a training ground for the Apollo astronauts.
  • At the Grand Canyon, learn about the geology of this world wonder and national treasure while enjoying walks to its most spectacular viewpoints.
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Greg Webb
Greg Webb has been a public educator and program manager for the last 20 years. In his academic career, he acquired degrees in geography, sociology, and a master’s in "Sustainable Communities". He has held positions as a National Park Ranger at Sequoia National Park as well as Montezuma Castle National Monument. Currently, Greg is working as an exploration leader primarily in Grand Canyon and is excited to be part of the Road Scholar program.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Joel Kane
Joel Kane grew up roaming Appalachian Pennsylvania but has called the Southwest home for many years. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he earned a bachelor's degree in geology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Joel began working as an interpretive park ranger for the National Park Service at several parks across the west; he also pursued graduate studies in geology at Northern Arizona University, where has been working full-time as a program coordinator and group leader for Road Scholar programs since 2022.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to one mile over varied terrain. Elevations up to 7,000 feet.
Suggested Reading List
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