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See the Comet-10/18/2024 Update
October 14 @ 7:00 pm - October 24 @ 9:00 pm
Free
Informational only- NO EVENT SCHEDULED- The comet is naked-eye visible, and you can see it if you know where to look.
The comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) is still visible after sunset but tough to spot if you don’t know where to look. Binoculars are recommended. It has a distinct tail and a bright nucleus. Use the map from theskylive.com to judge where to look.
This comet takes 80,000 years to circle the Sun, and at its furthest, it is in the Oort Cloud, 7 trillion miles away.
Clear skies!
PS
Is it cloudy out? Then click here to see the full Trail 53 Astrophotography Gallery!
The Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events, education programs, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.
If you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
