Northwest Suburban Astronomers

Marengo Ridge Public

Friday, April 14, 2023

Event

Public outreach with members bringing telescopes for viewers to enjoy the night sky. Several imagers will also be present

Date: Friday, April 14, 2023

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

Location: Marengo Ridge Conservation Area
3100 North Route 23
Marengo, IL

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Marengo Ridge Conservation Area
Located north of Marengo on Route 23
3100 North Route 23
Marengo, IL
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Notes:
Exit Interstate 290 at Route 20 exit toward Hampshire and Marengo and turn northwest on 20 toward Marengo. Upon entering Marengo turn north on Route 23 and continue past River Street to the conservation area on the right. Proceed to upper shelter #2, the first shelter area on the right past the gate.

Event Report

Comments and anecdotes about the event:
several people from the campground came over to check out the event, but there were significant clouds that nite. Venus was the highlight and some showed some galaxies.
Photo From Marengo Ridge Public
west side of parking lot
Photo From Marengo Ridge Public
east side of parking lot