Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and Robert Ferguson Observatory Events

Want to have a fun and educational, yet exclusive star gazing experience? Our What’s Up events are just the ticket! Our public star parties can get very crowded. We keep the attendance limited for our What’s Up program so visitors can get more time at the telescopes, more time to ask questions, and overall haveContinue reading

Do you understand the fundamentals of deep sky image processing, and would you now like to learn how to capture your own raw data?  This class is for you!Note that this class is designed for students who have already attended the RFO “Deep Sky Astrophotography Processing Class” or for students who already have experience withContinue reading

Do you understand the fundamentals of deep sky image processing, and would you now like to learn how to capture your own raw data?  This class is for you!Note that this class is designed for students who have already attended the RFO “Deep Sky Astrophotography Processing Class” or for students who already have experience withContinue reading

Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com.Presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. $17.00 per adult; $12.00 forContinue reading

What are those bright sparks zipping across the sky? The beginning of May brings the first meteor shower this year with excellent viewing conditions. Eta Aquariids are bright, fast meteors that leave persistent trains in the sky. But what causes this shower and why does it occur at the same time each year? Come learnContinue reading