Chimney Rock National Monument

Night Sky: Our Solar System
2022-08-05 19:15 - 22:00 UTC | Chimney Rock National Monument, 3179 CO-151, Chimney Rock, CO, 811212, United States
PROGRAM DETAILS

This program is timed for when the moon is wonderfully visible in the early night sky. That makes it so we can enjoy the moon and several planets along with some deep sky objects that are beyond our galaxy that we can see with the telescopes. We hope you will appreciate how rare this opportunity is and how fortunate you are to experience it. Treasure it, along with experiencing an area where the ancient people actually lived and daily and nightly walked around. There are three parts to our program starting with a live brief history of Chimney Rock, followed by a video presentation about the ancient people and explaining why astronomy was such an important part of their lives. The third part of the program is a recorded power point presentation that gives understanding of our solar system. There will also be interesting details about our moon.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Everyone bring your questions, fold up chairs, a flashlight, blankets or pillows to the Hura Dura, or paved viewing and seating area. . Remember that at this altitude the nights begin to cool rapidly after sunset, so an appropriate jacket and sweater will enable you to remain comfortable while you enjoy the majesty of the night sky at Chimney Rock. Guests must enter through the Hwy 151 entry gate during the check-in period stated below; the gate will be locked at the end of that time.
PROGRAM DATES/TIMES

8/25: Check-in: 6:45 – 7:00 PM Program: 8:15 PM
9/22: Check-in: 6:15 – 6:30 PM Program: 7:45 PM

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Moonlight Melodies Program
2022-08-13 18:45 - 21:15
Overview:

The Moonlight Melody program takes place in the amphitheater area, with an amazing view of the pinnacles above. The program will begin with a relaxing walk up the 1/4-mile nature trail above the amphitheater, providing an experience of the natural environment along with beautiful views of the pinnacles.
Upon returning to the amphitheater, the program resumes with an informative lecture on topics specific to the Chimney Rock site such as a discussion of the ancestral Puebloan culture, archaeoastronomy theories, the Major Lunar Standstill, area geology, etc. As the moonlight increases and evening falls, you will be treated to the haunting melodies of a native American flute played by our own Charles Martinez. Gaze in wonder as the moon rises as it did over 1000 years ago when the ancestral Puebloans called Chimney Rock home.
Details:
This program lasts approximately 2.5 hours including check-in, trail walk, lecture and moon rise musical performance. This program is recommended for ages 4 and up. Guests must enter through the Hwy 151 entry gate during check-in period stated below; the gate will be locked at the end of that time. Tickets are $16.00 (age 13 and up) and $8.00 (ages 5-12) plus a booking fee and are non-refundable and non-transferrable. In the event of cancellation due to inclement weather, rain checks will be available. Reservations strongly recommended. Limited space. Walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Guests must enter through the Hwy 151 entry gate during the check-in period stated below; the gate will be locked at the end of that time. Tickets are $20 plus a booking fee and are non-refundable. In the event of cancellation due to inclement weather, rain checks will be available. For details, please call the Visitor Cabin (970-883-5359) 9:00 – 4:30 Mountain Time (May15-Sept.30.)

Arrive for check-in & drive-plus-hike to program location at 6:45pm.
Program begins at 7:15pm.

TICKETS:

$16/adult and & $8/child (ages (5-12) and are considered a non-refundable donation.
A booking fee applies to each ticket purchased online or through the call center.

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