Program date changed to Tuesday, March 12 in hopes of clear skies!
Who took care of baby zeus? Why does Cassiopeia have to spend half her time upside down? Who might the Greater Bear and Lesser Bear represent? And how can we find all these constellations, and stories, in the myriad stars above us?
On Tuesday, March 12 at 7:30PM, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy and longtime teacher, storyteller, and outdoor enthusiast Matt Krug for Stories Behind the Stars in Wonalancet, NH, an evening of stories and star gazing. For millennia people have used the night sky as a compass, a calendar, and a canvas to express their cultural ideology. Stories Behind the Stars combines myths from around the world, science, and imagination to introduce the audience to the night sky. We will discuss how to locate and recognize many of the major late winter constellations, the upcoming eclipse, and how to navigate by the stars. Using our eyes we will meet villains, heroes, and lovers. Bring your curiosity, a sense of wonder, and warm clothes and warm boots. You may also need snowshoes—we’ll update you about conditions a couple of days before the program.
This programs is free to CLC members, by donation to non-members, and space is limited. Please register in advance below so that we can let you know of any changes to the schedule. You’ll receive directions to the location in Wonalancet when you register.
Matt Krug. Photo courtesy of Matt Krug.
About the Presenter:
Matt Krug has been introducing audiences to the night sky for more decades than he would care to admit. When not teaching or performing, he can be found making “To Do” lists at his home in Fryeburg Maine.
Banner image: Suwaru-l-kawakib (Description of the Fixed Stars) by 'Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi . Credit: Smithsonian.