Greensboro Astronomy Club

Solar Observing at Mayo River State Park

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Event

Join members of the Greensboro Astronomy Club as we partner with the Mayo River State Park for solar observing.  As a reminder, NEVER look at the sun directly without proper equipment and safegards.

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Eastern

Location: Mayo River State Park
500 Old Mayo Park Road
Mayodan, NC 27027

Information for Visitors
Instructions for the Public:

Join members of the Greensboro Astronomy Club as we team up with the Mayo River State Park for an afternoon of solar observing.  As a reminder, NEVER look directly at the sun without proper equipment and safeguards.

Location Details

Mayo River State Park
500 Old Mayo Park Road
Mayodan, NC 27027
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Sat 8/15/2026
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Eastern 		Solar Observing at Mayo River State Park Mayo River State Park
500 Old Mayo Park Road Mayodan, NC