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SUMMARY:Night Sky Viewing at Merritt Reservoir
DESCRIPTION:Designated as an International Dark Sky Park in 2022\, Merritt Reservoir is a prime location for stargazing. Join us on Saturday evening\, October 3\, 2026\, for a ranger-led night sky viewing event. \nRangers from The Niobrara National Scenic River and members of the Platte Valley Astronomical Observers will be there to give you a program and then guide you through the wonders of the night sky at this uniquely dark location. There will be several telescopes to look through. \nTime: 8:30-11:30 p.m. CT \nLocation: Boardman Creek Campground at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area \nWhat to bring: Bring layers and blankets of needed. If you have a red covering over a flashlight to protect your night vision\, that is also recommended. Be prepared to ask a lot of questions! \nReschedule date: If weather conditions are cloudy/windy\, this event will be rescheduled for Friday\, October 2nd. Please check this calendar event or check with the park office for updates. \nContact: For questions regarding this event\, please call 402-367-3320. \nThis event is free of charge\, but a valid state park permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/night-sky-viewing-at-merritt-reservoir-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area\, NE-97 & Cedar Bay\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201
CATEGORIES:Parks
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