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Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Please Note: Safe solar observing begins approximately 2 hours prior to the event start time, with a break until dark sky observing begins.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
There will be a presentation at 8:00pm with observing to follow. This event takes place in Millennial Park.
3AP Contact: Rich Dollish ( rmdollish@verizon.net )
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
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Wagman Observatory Phone: (724)224-2510
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
There will be a presentation at 7:00pm with observing to follow.
3AP Contact: Rich Dollish ( rmdollish@verizon.net )
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Wagman Observatory Phone: (724)224-2510
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
Exact times and additional details TBD…
3AP Coordinator: Fred Klein ( ffk@fredkleinastro.com )
Information for 3AP Volunteers: Those with scopes can drive onto the runway to setup.
Directions to Hillman SP Radio Control Airport/Airfield:
From the North (Beaver)
Take PA-18 south
Turn Left at Light in Florence onto Steubenville Pike Continue 1.5 miles on Steubenville Pike Turn Left on Haul Road Continue 1.7 miles on Haul Road (Gravel and Asphalt Road) Turn Right on Kramer Road (Gravel Road) Continue 0.7 miles on Kramer Road and turn left into entrance of Hillman State Park Model Airfield Follow gravel road to airfield at top of hill.
**Please note that once you enter Hillman State Park, follow signage for Radio Control Model Airport to find Hillman State Park Model Airfield.
From the South (Burgettstown and Washington)
Take PA-18 north
Turn Right at Light in Florence onto Steubenville Pike Continue 1.5 miles on Steubenville Pike Turn Left on Haul Road Continue 1.7 miles on Haul Road (Gravel and Asphalt Road) Turn Right on Kramer Road (Gravel Road) Continue 0.7 miles on Kramer Road and turn left into entrance of Hillman State Park Model Airfield Follow gravel road to airfield at top of hill.
**Please note that once you enter Hillman State Park, follow signage for Radio Control Model Airport to find Hillman State Park Model Airfield.
From East (Pittsburgh)
Take US-22 West
Take the PA-18 exit for Florence/Burgettstown Turn Left at Light onto PA-18 North Turn Right at Light onto Steubenville Pike Continue 1.5 miles on Steubenville Pike Turn Left on Haul Road Continue 1.7 miles on Haul Road (Gravel and Asphalt Road) Turn Right on Kramer Road (Gravel Road) Continue 0.7 miles on Kramer Road and turn left into entrance of Hillman State Park Model Airfield Follow gravel road to airfield at top of hill.
**Please note that once you enter Hillman State Park, follow signage for Radio Control Model Airport to find Hillman State Park Model Airfield.
From West (Weirton and Steubenville)
Take US-22 East
Take the PA-18 exit for Florence/Burgettstown Turn Left onto PA-18 North Turn Right at Light onto Steubenville Pike Continue 1.5 miles on Steubenville Pike Turn Left on Haul Road Continue 1.7 miles on Haul Road (Gravel and Asphalt Road) Turn Right on Kramer Road (Gravel Road) Continue 0.7 miles on Kramer Road and turn left into entrance of Hillman State Park Model Airfield Follow gravel road to airfield at top of hill.
**Please note that once you enter Hillman State Park, follow signage for Radio Control Model Airport to find Hillman State Park Model Airfield.
Exact times and additional details TBD…
Overnight Accommodations
Volunteers who sign-up in advance will have access to free overnight accommodations on both Friday and Saturday nights. If interested, please contact the 3AP coordinator.
3AP Coordinator: Mike Christensen ( acslvchair@yahoo.com )
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
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Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Please Note: Safe solar observing begins approximately 2 hours prior to the event start time, with a break until dark sky observing begins.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Please Note: Safe solar observing begins approximately 2 hours prior to the event start time, with a break until dark sky observing begins.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Wagman Observatory Phone: (724)224-2510
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Wagman Observatory Phone: (724)224-2510
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Please Note: Safe solar observing begins approximately 2 hours prior to the event start time, with a break until dark sky observing begins.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
Star Party for Mingo
3AP Contact: Rich Dollish
Library Contact: Librarian@library.com
PLEASE NOTE: Star party activities may be limited or canceled due to weather. Dark sky viewing begins after sunset. Event start times prior to sunset may include presentations or lectures.
Additional Info: https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties/
For Moon, Sun, and Planetary Rise and Set Times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Planetarium Show Topic: Earth Day
Astronomy Happenings: Lyrids Meteor Shower
Please Note: There will be a break between when safe solar observing ends and when dark sky observing begins. Star party activities may be limited due to weather. Planetarium show topics are subject to change.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
PLEASE NOTE: Star party activities may be limited or canceled due to weather. Dark sky viewing begins after sunset. Event start times prior to sunset may include presentations or lectures.
Additional Info: https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties/
For Moon, Sun, and Planetary Rise and Set Times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Planetarium Show Topic: Travel The Solar System
Astronomy Happenings: Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower
Please Note: There will be a break between when safe solar observing ends and when dark sky observing begins. Star party activities may be limited due to weather. Planetarium show topics are subject to change.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
PLEASE NOTE: Star party activities may be limited or canceled due to weather. Dark sky viewing begins after sunset. Event start times prior to sunset may include presentations or lectures.
Additional Info: https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties/
For Moon, Sun, and Planetary Rise and Set Times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy
For more information, please visit our Star Party link at:
https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties
Mingo Observatory Phone: (724)348-6150
Planetarium Show Topic: Travel The Solar System
Astronomy Happenings: Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower
Please Note: There will be a break between when safe solar observing ends and when dark sky observing begins. Star party activities may be limited due to weather. Planetarium show topics are subject to change.
For Moonset, Moonrise, and Sunset times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/
PLEASE NOTE: Star party activities may be limited or canceled due to weather. Dark sky viewing begins after sunset. Event start times prior to sunset may include presentations or lectures.
Additional Info: https://3ap.org/resources/star-parties/
For Moon, Sun, and Planetary Rise and Set Times, please visit the Time and Date website at:
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy