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SNAKE VALLEY OBSERVATORY

We invite you to explore the Wonders of the night sky in the peace and quiet of the country,
​away from city light pollution and skyglow
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Snake Valley Observatory Astronomy Nights
You can book a Private Astronomy Night for your group
ENJOY A VISIT
- Large or small group bookings
- Night time Astronomy classes available
- Learn Astrophotography

- Learn Video Astronomy
​- Look through the Telescopes
 

See . . .

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The Moon
See the Moon's craters, mares
and valleys at different phases. 
Each phase giving a different view

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Planets
At different times of the year see Venus,
Mars, Saturn and its beautiful rings,
Jupiter's Great Red Spot and its 4 major Moons

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Amazing Nebula
Turbulent Gas Clouds that are many Light Years across.
Some from exploded stars, others displaying 
new star formation known as 'Stellar Nurseries'

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Star Clusters
Star Clusters come in many shapes and sizes.
Some contain millions of stars

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Fantastic Galaxies
Galaxies are found in a vast variety of sizes,
​brightness, colours and stunning shapes


FEES 
Casual Visitors:
Adults - $15 each
Children (Primary School age) - $5 each
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 Children) - $30

Booked Group Observing Nights:
- Small group of up to 3 Adults - $15 each
- Medium group of 4 - 6 Adults - $12 each
- Large group of 7 - 10 Adults - $10 each
- Children (Primary School age) - $5 each
(all Fees cover each person from 7:30pm until 3:00am)

Booked Group maximum numbers:
- 10 Adults
or
- 10 Children with up to 4 Adult carers
Carers accompanying a group of children - $5 each

Astrophotography & Video Astronomy Classes
$30 per person per night (adults only)
​7:30pm - 11:30pm
2 day SVAA Competency Course
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(self-catering)
Suitable for 'Scouts Australia Astronomer Badge'
Group of up to 10 and 2 leaders - $150
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M42 - Great Nebula in Orion

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