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Area Observing Locations

You need to observe under dark skies to truly appreciate astronomy. However, if you want to share the wonders of the night sky with the public, there are other considerations to take into account. Is parking available? Is it light well enough to make people feel safe? Is it easy to find? For this reason we hold many of our observing sessions at either Grinwald Park or Brandt-Quirk Park. Here are some maps to help you find your way to our next public observing session. We hope to see you there!

Grinwald Park

Located of of County A on the South West side of Watertown, Grinwald park provides a good meeting place to hold public observing sessions. An ample parking lot and large field provide plenty of space. And the only a few lights to put up with. Grinwald Park is also the location of many club meetings, especially if weather permits

Looking South at Grinwald Park

Brandt-Quirk Park

Located across from Watertown High School on the city’s North West side, Brandt-Quirk Park offers good view of the western horizon, as well as ample parking and lighting to ensure safety. We usually set up in the baseball parking lot.