Registration must be done on the DAS Member Portal and cannot be done here.
This event is for people who wish to observe and enjoy the night sky. Plan to set up your telescope while it’s still light, attend an informational talk while it’s getting dark, then head out to work on your skills when the stars are out. If you need power for your equipment, please bring a long extension cord, and a power strip if you have one. If you bring a telescope or binoculars, please be willing to share views with our guests who have no equipment. IF you do not yet have your own equipment, no worries! You may look at and through DAS members’ equipment and ask questions.
Please note – if there is more than one person in your party, EACH PERSON NEEDS TO REGISTER SEPARATELY.
NOTE #1: We hope the weather will be great on Friday September 19, but if it isn’t, and the forecast looks better for Saturday, we will postpone one day and hold this event on Saturday, September 20. I will keep you closely informed via email, so keep an eye on your in-box!
NOTE #2: Please plan to arrive at the gate between 5:30 and 6:45 p.m. (the earlier the better). At that point, the gate will be closed and you will be unable to enter. The portion of Sandstone Ranch where these events are held is by Guided Access only, so no one is permitted to enter once we close that gate. Please leave home EARLY if this is your first time traveling to Sandstone Ranch. Recent guests noted that it was a lot farther away than they thought.
You’re also welcome to bring food, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Indoor restrooms or porta potties will be available.
However, DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED. Please arrange for your dog to stay at home or with someone else.
Questions can be emailed to [email protected].
NOTE #3: The gate will be OPEN for Check-In at 5:30 p.m. and will CLOSE promptly at 6:45 p.m. IF YOU CANNOT ARRIVE BEFORE 6:45 p.m., DO NOT SIGN UP.
The guest list will be finalized on Thursday, September 18 and at that point, the organizer will email everyone on it with an address and specific driving instructions to the entry point for Sandstone Ranch, as well as the waiver. If this is your first time visiting the Ranch, you’ll need to sign and date the waiver and bring it with you.
Please be aware: There is wildlife on the ranch, so all attendees MUST stay with the group. We want you to have a safe time!
Registration must be done on the DAS Member Portal, and cannot be done here.
REGISTRATION LINK: https://members.denverastro.org/event-6321771
REGISTRATION CODE: TE2SGB67
