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Stargazing at the Park

Stargazing at the Park

Join us for an evening of stargazing at Argyle Lake State Park with retired WIU astronomy instructor Tom Van Heuklon and hobby astronomist Larry Knicl. We will have the opportunity to observe planets and the Moon and possibly remnants of the Orionids meteor shower (October); and many deep sky objects including star clusters, nebulae, other galaxies; and the varying seasonal constellations. This program will be held at the parking lot near the park’s Sunset shelter (1st left turn upon entering the park). For your comfort, bring a chair or blanket, insect repellent, and a flashlight. To make viewing safer, observing will be done using a telescope connected to a video screen, rather than a telescope eyepiece. In the event of inclement weather or poor visibility, this programs may be canceled, so call before heading out if the sky isn’t clear. For more information, please call (309)776-3422 or email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov.

Argyle Lake State Park
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM on Fri, 24 Oct 2025
Argyle Lake State Park
640 Argyle Park Rd
Colchester, Illinois 62326
309-776-3422
Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov