The Idaho Dark Sky Alliance (IDSA) is hosting an evening to unplug, look up and discover the wonders of the night sky. Join us at 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 14, at Sawtooth Botanical Garden.

Local astronomer Tim Frazier, night sky guide Kristin Fletcher, and AmeriCorps Night Sky Conservationist Leah Rogers will lead observers on a cosmic tour seeking stars, planets, deep sky objects, and early winter constellations. If we’re lucky we might catch a glimpse of some shooting stars from the Leonids or Taurids meteor showers.

The event will offer telescope observing, stories about constellations from around the world, and kid’s astro-activities. IDSA will also have information about their efforts to reduce light pollution and preserve our breathtaking views of the night sky.

To enhance your viewing experience, you might want to bring a comfy chair or blanket to stretch out on. And don’t forget a warm winter coat, boots, gloves and a hat to stay warm.

The winter night sky in our area can offer stunningly clear views but of course we can’t predict the weather. If conditions are too cloudy for observing, there will be a notice posted by 5:30 pm on the 14^th on the Idaho Dark Sky Instagram and Facebook pages.

The Dark Sky Stargazing night is co-sponsored by the Idaho Dark Sky Alliance, the Sawtooth Botanical Garden, and Boise State University. The Garden is located at 11 Gimlet Road, off of Hwy. 75 south of Ketchum.

Photo credit to IDSA