Night Sky Program April 1

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Night Sky Program at Florissant Fossil Beds scheduled for Friday, April 1st, 8 – 10:00 pm 

Release Date: March 24th, 2022

Contact: Jeff Wolin, jeff_wolin@nps.gov, (719) 748-3253  x202

Join park staff and members of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society to gaze at the dark skies above Florissant Fossil Beds in search of planets, galaxies, nebulas, and more. Meet on the front patio of the visitor center.  

There are no additional fees for any park programs beyond the park entrance fee of $10.00 per adult (15 and younger are free) which is valid for seven days. More information on future Night Sky programs is available on the park website.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument offers 15 miles of beautiful, yet lesser known, hiking trails to explore, a free Junior Ranger Program, three short self-guided trails, a park video (online) and a bookstore (open on weekends only). 

For additional information, please call (719) 748-3253, visit the park website nps.gov/flfo or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @FlorissantNPS.

About The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc. is a nonprofit organization supporting Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. The Friends' mission is to secure resources to help preserve the fossils and promote programs and activities that enhance the Monument's educational, research, and scientific objectives.