ALCON at Bryce Canyon

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This is the 3rd and final version of an invitational powerpoint presention to encourage Astronomical League members to attend the League's first of many Dark Sky conferences at Bryce Canyon National Park. Enjoy!

Transcript of ALCON at Bryce Canyon

Photo by Tyler Nordgren

Not long ago, in a national park nearby….

Southern Utah Hospitality

Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel@ the “Dark Ranger Discount” for only $80/night!

Ebenezer’s Barn and Grill

A Variety of Venues

North Campground AmphitheaterColorado Plateau Conference RoomBryce Canyon Lodge Auditorium

Astro Vendors Galore!

7.4 magnitude sky

MoonSolMercuryVenusMarsJupiterSaturnHubble Ultra Deep FieldWhirlpool Galaxy & companion (M51)Cigar Galaxy (M82)Sombrero Galaxy (M104)Ring Nebula (M57)Orion Nebula (M42)

Andromeda Galaxy (M31)(Photo by Tyler Allred)Swan Nebula (M17)

Hercules Globular Cluster (M13)Comet NEATCrab Supernova (M1)

Canvas of the Cosmos – By ark Rangers Randy Dunning & Kevin Poe

7.4 magnitude sky

DP

Core of the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51)

50 Telescopes!

Constellation Tours!

Real Rocket

Science!

Ranger Assisted…3000 Visitors!

“Stellar” Public Outreach!

Famous Guest

Speakers!

Bryce Canyon

Come Join Us!

June 29-July 3, 2011!

The Astrophotography of: The Hubble Space TelescopeJohn SefickTyler AllredTyler NordgrenWally Pacholka

The Music of:John Williams: “Stars Wars Fanfare”

From Star Wars

Lisa Gerrard: “Now We Are Free”From The Gladiator

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