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Star parties slated at Lost Dutchman State Park

Posted 1/18/23

The Superstition Mountain Astronomical League provides telescopic views of the moon, planets, star clusters and galaxies during an informal, come and go at your own pace program Jan. 20, Feb. 25 …

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Star parties slated at Lost Dutchman State Park

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The Superstition Mountain Astronomical League provides telescopic views of the moon, planets, star clusters and galaxies during an informal, come and go at your own pace program Jan. 20, Feb. 25 March 25 and April 22 at Lost Dutchman State Park, 6109 N. Apache Trail in Apache Junction.

“Come explore the world beyond your everyday realm. Star parties are out of this world,” according to a release.

There are no chairs and visitors park in an adjacent parking lot as telescopes will occupy the Cholla site for walk-through viewing.

To ensure a spectacular experience, visitors will be limited. Registration cost is $5 per participant. As long as everyone in a single car is registered for the event, there will not be an additional car fee.

Only registered guests will be allowed. Depart at your designated time — gate closes promptly after program. Event is weather permitting.

Register at azstateparks.com/reserve/Activities/Search.aspx to attend.

Times and dates are:

  • 6:30-7:15 p.m. and 7:30-8:15 p.m. Jan. 20;
  • 7-7:45 p.m. and 8-8:45 p.m. Feb. 25;
  • 7:30-8:15 p.m. and 8:30-9:15 p.m. March 25; and
  • 7:30-8:15 p.m. and 8:30-9:15 p.m. April 22.

Go to azstateparks.com/lost-dutchman/events/star-party-lost-dutchman.