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Stargazing at Arabia Mountain

Discover the progression of the stars, sun, moon and planets through the night and seasons.

Get ready to enjoy the night sky like you never have before – and learn how it can impact your planting! Gather around a campfire to discuss basic orientation and how to read a planisphere (rotating star chart) as the sun goes down. Get started right away identifying easy-to-find constellations – even in the city! (In fact – city stargazing is one of the easiest ways to start since only the brightest stars are visible…)

Discover the progression of the stars, sun, moon and planets through the night and seasons, and begin to understand the relationship between signs and planting as they pertain to the Biodynamic planting calendar.

We’ll be taking a small hike in the dark, so wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight with a red filter (or make your own out of plastic wrap, tissue paper, balloons, nail polish etc.). Additionally, class cost includes your very own rotating planisphere to help you navigate the night sky for years to come.

Location & Time:
Sunday Oct. 6, 7 - 9 p.m.
Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve
3787 Klondike Rd.
Lithonia, GA 30038 

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