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We are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable celestial adventure at the Delmarva Astronomical Star Party (DASP), where the night sky comes alive in all its splendor. Join us for two enchanting nights at one of the Eastern Shore’s darkest spots. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or just starting your journey into stargazing, this event aims to create a community to support, nurture, and share all levels of astronomical passion. It’s your chance to connect with like-minded enthusiasts and astronomers at every level. You can join for the entire three-day event or just one day and night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Registration Link –> https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSc7W5ag5Kl_xN0tiCTkmzBBhepzC3oo8Ei0xlW7QwSlZgDDSQ\/viewform <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event Highlights: \u2728 Starry Nights: Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of the night sky at a location known for its minimal light pollution. Witness the Milky Way, constellations, planets, and deep-sky objects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf0c Expert Guidance: Our experienced astronomers and host, Hunter Outten, along with our many guests, will provide insightful tips and techniques to enhance your telescope observations. Learn, share, and connect with fellow stargazers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Nightly Campfires: Gather around the campfire to share stories, trade tips, and bond with fellow attendees. Roasting marshmallows is highly encouraged! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67\u200d\ud83d\udc66 Family-Friendly Activities: Bring the whole family to engage with fun and educational astronomy-themed activities making this a perfect event for stargazers of all ages. Self-guided astro-crafts like star finders will be available in the lodge. Daytime activities, including hiking trails, are available on the grounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfd5\ufe0f Overnight Camping: Pitch your tent or set up your trailer\/camper on the grounds to fully immerse yourself in the night sky. Fall asleep under a canopy of stars and awaken to the beauty of the cosmos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your passion for the cosmos with kindred spirits! Mark your calendar, pack your telescope and camping gear, and prepare for a weekend of celestial wonder at the inaugural Delmarva Astronomical Star Party. We look forward to seeing you there! Clear skies and best wishes, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hunter Outten & Kim Check <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event Organizers <\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Grounds Access Code Required to enter Hazel Property. Provided upon reservation confirmation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable celestial adventure at the Delmarva Astronomical Star Party (DASP), where the night sky comes alive in all its splendor. Join us for two enchanting nights at one of the Eastern Shore’s darkest spots. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or just starting your journey into stargazing, this […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":5883,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[29],"tags":[628,32,41,342,38,352,47],"class_list":["post-5882","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-dasp","tag-delaware","tag-delmarva","tag-nasa","tag-news","tag-space","tag-sussex-county"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tvdelmarva.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/397221383_7264205426945562_2373057638213007132_n.jpg?fit=1325%2C2048&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pbtNqq-1wS","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":17466,"url":"https:\/\/tvdelmarva.com\/wp\/delmarva-astronomical-star-party-to-bring-stargazing-weekend-to-marylands-eastern-shore\/","url_meta":{"origin":5882,"position":0},"title":"Delmarva Astronomical Star Party to Bring Stargazing Weekend to Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore","author":"admin","date":"August 22, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"EDEN, Md. \u2014 A weekend of stargazing, astronomy talks, and family-friendly activities is coming to the Eastern Shore this fall with the Delmarva Astronomical Star Party, set for Friday, September 19, through Sunday, September 21, 2025. 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