Green Neighbors Program

The Clark County Green Neighbors Program is coordinated by Clark County Public Health’s Solid Waste and Environmental Outreach to assist citizens with developing more sustainable lifestyles and building a strong environmental community in Clark County. Solid waste regional planning and programs are a cooperative effort of Battle Ground, Camas, Clark County, La Center, Ridgefield, Vancouver, Washougal, and Yacolt.

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Saturday, August 17, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
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2024 is a big year for the sun! Every 11 years the sun's magnetic pole flips. Leading up to this event is a period of increased solar activity - from sunspots and solar flares to spectacular northern lights.

Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners for a free daytime telescope viewing event for the whole family. All are welcome; educational content will be geared toward elementary school-aged children. Vancouver (Hazel Dell area.) Specific location provided upon registration.

Safely view the sun through a telescope. Learn about sunspots - what they are and why they are happening now. Tell the time using a human sundial. Learn about the solar system and the sun as the base of the food web. Attendees will move in small groups through four interactive educational stations - all revolving around the sun.

You should not look directly at the sun. Guidance will be provided for safe sunspot viewing.

This event will take place fully outside. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Space is limited. Please do not register if you aren’t sure you can attend. No pets except service animals.

This event is put on with the support of Rose City Astronomers (https://www.rosecityastronomers.net/). Register at https://forms.gle/CFqMJ6iptFVQ6Y4C8. Contact: Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or 564-397-5738