September is the final month to celebrate 100 years of Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve’s establishment.
The Idaho Capital Sun reports that since May, National Park Service staff have organized monthly activities and events to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of President Calvin Coolidge’s proclamation, which established the preserve to protect its unique lava landscape.
Visitors can participate in events related to this month’s theme, “Expansive Night Sky.”
On Sept. 6 and 7: Visitors can view the Milky Way during a free Star Party led by the park’s “Astro Ranger” and other volunteer astronomers.
Craters of the Moon is a certified International Dark Sky Park, making it one of the best places for stargazing.
At this event, visitors will enjoy a talk about the park followed by telescope viewing of the stars.
Artist-in-residence photographer Evan Nelson will also be on-site to show attendees how to take night-sky pictures.
To learn more about the September events at Craters of the Moon, visit the National Park Service website.
