Stargazing
in
Sisters
an International Dark Sky Community
Stargaze in a dark sky certified community!
"It was fascinating looking at the stars and learning about them, the constellations, and planets. I liked having the sky chart and learning how to use it--very cool! Now I have developed a better informed appreciation for the dark night sky." ~Jana (2022)
Enjoy the brilliance of Central Oregon's incredible night sky together with a guide. You'll hear an ancient story about the stars, locate constellations, and see visible planets, the moon, and other astronomical objects through a 6" telescope. We have a kids-sized scope and binoculars for you to borrow too! Each group will receive and learn how to use a sky map, specialized to the month of viewing. Tours begin about a half hour after sunset and last approximately one hour. You'll learn about and experience our incredible universe, all in the gorgeous setting of Sisters, Oregon!
Private Stargazing Tours
Private stargazing tours are specially tailored to your interests and schedule. A half hour after sunset, we gather on the dock at The Suttle Lodge for an intimate hour with the Universe. Stars shimmer on the lake as we gaze into the skies, for a truly magnificent evening!
Cost
1-8 people $200 (includes $50 non-refundable booking fee)
Off season (September - May) $150
"Our guide, Jennie, was awesome and stargazing was a highlight of our vacation. She tailored the experience and kept my 3 and 5 year olds engaged. They sat still for 1 hour (!) learning about the stars. Now they repeat facts about black holes, the Milky Way and red giants. My husband and I loved it too." ~ Dena (2022)
Group Stargazing Tours
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May 23 Friday 9:00PM
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July 12 Saturday 9:30PM
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July 25 Friday 9:00PM 💫 Dark Sky Party
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August 22 Friday 8:30PM
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August 29 Friday 8:15 PM
Cost
$25/adult
$20/Kids ages 0-15; must be accompanied by an adult
You'll pay a nonrefundable booking fee of $5/person to reserve a spot. Then you'll pay the balance in person.
Group Tour Details
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to complete payment, sign, waiver, and receive sky map. The hour-long tour begins shortly after. Following the tour, stay and gaze through the telescope, ask questions, and wonder as long as you'd like.
Where to meet
Please park in the Northwest corner of the Sisters High School parking lot (1700 McKinney Butte Rd., Sisters). You'll get registered in the parking lot, then will head onto the soccer field for viewing.
What to Bring
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warm layers
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blanket to lay on or chairs to sit on
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curiosity and wonder!
Optional but encouraged
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red light flashlight
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binoculars
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a sky viewing app on your phone, recommended is SkyView Lite--its free!
Learn About Your Guide
Check out Who We Are to learn about our guides Jennie and Liz.
Liability Waiver
Please download and fill out the liability waiver linked here. You can print and bring with you, or email to jennie@starshine-theater.com. Printed waivers will also be available to sign at the tour check-in.
$5/person booking fee is not refundable, even if a tour cancels due to weather.
If a tour cancels for a reason other than weather or civic mandates, your deposit will be refunded in full.
If booking is cancelled 30 days or more in advance, your booking fee will be refunded.
Cancellations within 30 days, will not receive a refund.️
Cancellation Policy
"Fabulous, intimate evening with the stars. Educational, cosmic, and rejuvenating to lie on blankets in the grass with other stargazers and look up at the sky together." Jennifer, 2024
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