Nightskyhunter - Intro to the Night Sky at Divis and the Black Mountain

Join us for an evening under the stars! Expert astronomer Martin McKenna (Nightskyhunter) will give a presentation on basic constellations, bright stars, planets on view, and a chance to learn how to use telescopes & binoculars for star-gazing.

The evening will begin with a presentation covering a round up of stars, constellations and planets on view for September and the upcoming aurora season, alongside some exciting upcoming astronomical events.

After the presentation we will then head out into the lower car-park (a known dark-sky spot) and learn how to use binoculars and telescopes to observe the night sky.

Please note this event is weather dependant - if we are unable to complete the outdoor segment of the evening, we will finish up after the presentation.

Booking is essential.

You may also like the following events from National Trust Belfast:

• This Saturday, 9th August, 06:30 pm, Gig in the Garden in Ballynahinch
• This month, 21st August, 02:00 pm, Bog Walk at Divis and the Black Mountain in Belfast
• This month, 22nd August, 10:00 am, Water and Wildlife: Bringing Back Lost Habitats on Divis and the Black Mountain in Belfast