# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Skywatch at Northwest River Park
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Free and open to the public.

Get out to darker skies with the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers. See planets, star clusters, nebulae, & galaxies! No telescope necessary. We recommend you bring bug spray in the summer months and a camp chair if you plan on staying a while.

Star and planet watching will begin around sunset. For those who would like some help with new telescopes or just want to learn how telescopes work, we will be holding an informal afternoon “Telescope 101” pre-event beginning about 60 minutes before sunset (scheduled start time). Please feel free to come out early with your new telescope and let us help you learn how to use it.

PLEASE USE FLASHLIGHTS WITH RED LENS/COVERS ONLY.

NOTE: This event will be held at the Northwest River Park Equestrian Area. Do not enter the park through the main entrance. After passing through the first gate, please park outside the large gateposts and then walk over to the telescopes. Please do not drive all the way down to the telescope area. There are signs showing where to park.

You can use the map on our website to see the observation area and where to park: http://backbayastro.org/map.php

THIS EVENT IS WEATHER DEPENDENT: You may also call the park at (757) 421-7151 to confirm the event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/moyock/skywatch-at-northwest-river-park/200029610831335
- **Event Categories**: sports, summer-camps
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 323

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Moyock
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Northwest River State Park
- **lat**: 36.58437
- **long**: -76.1531
- **full address**: Northwest River State Park, 1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322-1518, United States, Moyock

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Skywatch at Northwest River Park being held?
  - **A:** Skywatch at Northwest River Park takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Northwest River State Park, 1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322-1518, United States, Moyock.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Skywatch at Northwest River Park?
  - **A:** Skywatch at Northwest River Park is organized by Back Bay Amateur Astronomers.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Skywatch at Northwest River Park is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Moyock, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 320+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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