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Snowshoe Star Tours
Snowshoeing Under the Night Sky with our Professional Astronomer!
Star gazers unite! Tahoe Adventure Company and Tony Berendsen present: Telescopic tours of the midnight sky. Building on the success of our summer series, we have created an exciting new winter option that is sure to impress. This fusion brings you the most dynamic tour of the winter. It all starts with guided sunset snowshoeing, followed by a brilliant tour of the midnight sky.
Our professional, knowledgeable guides will teach you about the natural and human history of the area, while you watch the sun cast a purple alpenglow onto the Sierras. You will trek on our easy to use snowshoes through Tahoe's peaceful, wintery forest. You will be guided to a viewing point, where Tony will open your mind to the unknown world above you. Hot drinks and snacks will be served as our Star Tour begins.
For the past 15 years, award winning astronomer Tony Berendsen has exposed the superlative Sierra skies to many lucky people throughout California and Nevada. In addition to his tours, he is currently the President of the Northern Nevada Science Coalition and previously was the President of the Astronomical Society of Nevada. His large aperture telescopes will take you into the unfamiliar mysterious world that blankets the Sierra Nevadas.
Let us guide you to Saturn and back again! Give us a call today to book space on this fantastic trip. This tour is great for kids, teens, and adults ~ so bring the whole family!
Winter 2011-2012 Star Tour Dates: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 ~ "Crescent Moon in Aquarius" - CHANGED TO A STAR TOUR HIKE DUE TO LACK OF SNOW. Saturday, January 14, 2012 ~ "Orion on the Rise" - CHANGED TO A STAR TOUR HIKE DUE TO LACK OF SNOW. Saturday, February 18, 2012 ~ "Taurus the Bull on High" Saturday, March 24, 2012 ~ "Regulus and Mars; war in the sky"
Trip Includes: Sunset Snowshoe Trek with all gear followed by Star Tour, hot drinks, snacks, professional guides and permit fees.
Typical Distance and Time: 1-3 miles. 4:30-8:30pm Level of Difficulty: Easy to moderate. Location: Tahoe Vista, CA. Cost: $75 per person. 6 person minimum.
Please note that there is a 6 person minimum to run the tour. If we do not reach the minimum, we will call you.
