Astronomy activity

• The Astronomy Festival is a unique opportunity for passionate about astronomy to be inspired by the stars. The festival is also the only time of year when the public is allowed to observe the nighttime skies at Mount Megantic Observatory. Take advantage of this great privilege to become starstruck when using the most powerful telescope of eastern North America. The activities described below are offered in French only.

Program

• First part at base of the mountain (ASTROLab)
• Activities at the base of the mountain (ASTROLab)
• Special presentation at the ASTROLab in the multimedia room : Exoplanètes : en quête de mondes habitables (in French). Free visit of the'Du ciel étoilé à l'Univers infini'(from the starry sky to the infinite universe) exhibition. Outdoor naked eye and telescope sky gazing (weather permitting).
• Second part at the summit of the mountain (at the observatory)
• Visit of Mount Megantic Observatory. Observation in the 1.6 meter diameter telescope if the sky is clear. The activities are conducted in French.

Procedure

• Approximate length: 4 hours.
• Shuttle service: the ascent to the observatory is done by shuttle service (included in the price of the activity).

Don't forget

• Warm clothing (coat, toque, gloves).

Rates

Taxes and park entry fee not included. Holders of an Annual Québec National Parks Card benefit from a 15% discount on the purchase of a ticket for an astronomy activity.