April 27, 2005 :: No. 180
| What: |
Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary’s second annual “Star-Gazing
Event” |
| When: |
Saturday, April 30
7–10 p.m. |
| Who: |
Cal State Fullerton astronomers will welcome visitors
to the rustic surroundings of the sanctuary, where their
telescopes will be set up in the parking lot for public
viewing of stars and planets visible in the night sky. |
| Where: |
The Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary is located near the end
of Modjeska Canyon Road in south Orange County. Take Santiago
Canyon Road to Modjeska Canyon Road and proceed to the
sanctuary, which is near the fire station. Visitors are
advised to call (714) 649-2760 to learn of weather conditions
that could affect viewing or cause cancellation. |
| Cost: |
Open to the public free of charge |
| Dress: |
Visitors are advised to dress warmly. |
| Background: |
The Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary has been operated by the
university as an educational facility for more than three
decades. |
| Media Contacts: |
Birkin Newell, Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary,
at (714) 649-2760 or bnewell@fullerton.edu
Jeff
Cady, CSUF staff physicist, at 657-278-3246
or jcady@fullerton.edu |
