Astronomy: The Ringed Giant at Its Best
10/09/2026
| 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Ron Stewart Preserve at Rabbit Mountain
| Registration Required
Natural History - All Ages Welcome
Saturn takes center stage! Learn why this gas giant looks spectacular at opposition and what makes its rings so unforgettable. We’ll talk about the planet’s size, moons, and place in our solar system. Presentations will be at the picnic shelter, followed by stargazing in the parking area. The Longmont Astronomical Society provides telescopes. Bring a chair or blanket, a light jacket, and a red flashlight, and get ready to enjoy a night under the stars!
Minimum Participants: 5Maximum Participants: 35
Registration is required for this activity.
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Contact
Contact: Angela Borland
(720) 698-0601
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Leader/Volunteer Info
Andrew M - Volunteer Naturalist
Whether it's for work or play, being outdoors brings me joy! As a Volunteer Naturalist, I love to explore and learn with others about the natural world around us and to help people of all ages find their own connection to the land.
Deborah P - Volunteer Naturalist
I retired from Boulder County Parks & Open Space in 2022. I love sharing information about the natural world and our local history with children and adults. I also love teaching astronomy and helping people better understand how celestial motion works, and how dark skies are important to us all.
Roylene M - Volunteer Naturalist
Tim L - Volunteer Naturalist
I grew up in northwestern Ohio. My favorite place was always outside. I have an undergraduate degree in Biology. Living in Colorado has been a great gift, and I need to give back to the community in appreciation for all I have received and experienced. Becoming a volunteer naturalist is the perfect way to meet that need. It combines my curiosity about the natural world, my love for the outdoors, and the opportunity to provide service to those who also call Boulder County home.
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(720) 698-0601