Suncoast Stargazers, Inc.

Special Observing Event

Friday, February 9, 2024

Event

The Friends of Myakka River have invited the Suncoast Stargazers to hold a special observing event for their members at Myakka River State Park. For details see www.friendsofmyakkariver.org

Date: Friday, February 9, 2024

Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Eastern

Location: Myakka River State Park
13208 State Road 72 Sarasota Florida 34241
Myakka City, FL 34251

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Myakka River State Park
13208 State Road 72 Sarasota Florida 34241
Myakka City, FL 34251
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Event Report

Comments and anecdotes about the event:
We partnered with our hosts, the Friends of Myakka River at the Myakka State Park lake near Sarasota Florida. This venue beautifully merges scenic landscapes with the beauty of the night sky. There were some cloud issues but in general the evening was a smashing success. The Friends of Myakka River loved the event and we hope to be invited back.
Photo From Special Observing Event
The Suncoast Stargazers telescope lineup at Myakka State Park on Friday February 9th. We had 20 members with telescopes helping with this event, just an incredible turnout. Photo by Scott Smith.
Photo From Special Observing Event
Darkness falls and attendees arrive to look through the Suncoast Stargazers telescopes at Myakka State Park on Friday February 9th. The event was capped at 200 and it certainly seemed all 200 were there. Photo by Ed McDonough.