Saturday 11 October | 7:30pm Special Saturn Viewing Tour
Enjoy the brilliance of Black Butte Ranch’s incredible night sky and see Saturn’s rings through a telescope! You’ll also learn about fall constellations and get a sense for your place in our Milky Way galaxy.
Cost
$25/adult
$20/Kids ages 0-15; must be accompanied by an adult
You’ll pay a nonrefundable booking fee of $5/person to reserve a spot. Then you’ll pay the balance in person.
Please note that stargazing tours are only for Black Butte Ranch residents or guests
Saturday 11 October 7:30PM 🪐 Special Saturn Viewing Tour
Friday 28 November 7:30PM
Sunday 21 December 7:30PM 💫 Special Winter Solstice Tour
Monday 29 December 7:30PM
Private Tours
If a program is full or the scheduled dates don’t work for you, we may be able to provide a private program for your group. Custom tours for weddings or other special events are available!
Cost: 1-8 people $200 (includes $50 booking fee); additional adults $25/kids $20 (includes $5 booking fee pp)
Off Season (September – May) Tours receive $50 off
Where to meet
At the very back of the Big Meadow golf parking lot, past Robert’s Pub.
Learn About Your Instructor
Check out Starshine’s About Page to learn about our instructors.
What to Bring
Warm layers
Blanket to lay on or chairs to sit on
Curiosity and wonder!
Optional but encouraged
Red light flashlight
Binoculars
A sky viewing app on your phone, recommended is SkyView Lite–its free!
Cancellation Policy
If the program cancels due to inclement weather or insufficient participation, all bookings will receive a full refund at the time of cancellation. Bookings canceled more than one week in advance will receive full refund, otherwise a partial refund of 50% will be returned.
