Night Programs

Moonlight Strolls

Leave your flashlight in your pocket and join a Galena Naturalist for a stroll under the magnificent light of the full moon! Learn about your night time senses, the moon and its phases, and what animals do at night. Come prepared to see the park in a whole new light! These moonlight strolls are recommended for adults and children 10 and up. Please check our Galena Creek Nature Programs Calendar for specific dates & locations. Please RSVP by calling 775.674.5486 as group size is limited. These are free events. We welcome your donations. If skies are overcast or the weather is poor, please call 775.674.5486 to check for cancellations.

Dark Moon Astronomy

Join Galena Naturalists to explore the night sky at the darkest phase of the moon (new moon). Listen to the tales of the constellations as we view them. This is an all ages activity. Bring binoculars, crazy creek chair or a blanket to lay on, and warm clothes. Please note, this is not a hike, so be sure to dress fro nighttime and/or winter conditions. Please check our Galena Creek Nature Programs Calendar for specific dates & locations. Please RSVP by calling 775.674.5486. These are free events. We welcome your donations. If skies are overcast or the weather is poor, please call 775.674.5486 to check for cancellations.

Star Party!

Come view the night sky with Galena Naturalists and the Astronomical Society of Nevada the 3rd Friday of each month. Telescopes and viewing stations will be set up for two hours of free public viewing. This is an outdoor activity, so please dress for nighttime and/or winter conditions. Bring a thermos of hot chocolate, a camp chair, and lots of warm layers to enjoy the night sky with a community of astronomy enthusiasts! Flashlights are good to have for navigating the parking lot, but use them sparingly to maximize your night vision. If you have red tissue paper or red cellophane, you can tape this over the flashlight. Some flashlights also have a red light setting too. The use of the red light will help preserve your night vision. These events are appropriate for all ages. No registration is necessary.

However, start times will vary depending on the time of the year. Please check our Galena Creek Nature Programs Calendar for specific dates & start times. In case of cloudy skies or inclement weather, please call 775.674.5486 to check on the status of the event. A cancellation message will be posted on the answering machine by 4 pm on the day of the event.