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Astronomy activity

Astronomy evening at ASTROLab in summer

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Description

  • Located at the foot of Mont Mégantic, ASTROLab is a centre of astronomy activities with a multimedia room and an outdoor observation area. During evenings at ASTROLab, astronomy and the starry sky are featured attractions.

Program

  • The evening events are adapted to the meteorological and astronomic conditions
  • First part
  • Aurores (Auroras). Who has never dreamed of seeing these mysterious celestial lights illuminate the sky? Among the world's greatest spectacles, the polar lights have always been fascinating. Where do they come from? Can we predict them? How to observe them? Join us for a colorful adventure!
  • Second part
  • If the sky is clear: stargazing outside.
  • If the sky is overcast, presentation (in French) of the latest astronomical news in the multimedia room.

Procedure

  • The activity can be offered at the beginning of the evening and at the end of the evening. The earliest activity lasts 2.5 hours and you have to add 30 minutes if the sky is clear. The latest activity lasts 2.5 hours and you have to take 30 minutes off if the sky is overcast.
  • Go to the Observatoire sector welcome centre 15 minutes before the selected departure time. The welcome centre is located 25 minutes from Franceville sector.

Don't forget

  • Warm clothing (coat, toque, gloves).

Rates

Category Price
Adult $22.75
Child (17 years and under) Free

Taxes and park entry fee not included. Holders of an Annual Québec National Parks Card benefit from a 15% discount on the purchase of a ticket for an astronomy activity.

Book

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Group Composition

14 people maximum

You must indicate the number of children aged 17 and under in your group in order to guarantee them access to the activity.

If your group includes 14 persons or more, please contact us at 819-888-2941, ext. 6353

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