Astronomy weekend at Camping Bassegoda Park

ASTRONOMY WEEKEND

Do you want to reach for the stars with us?

On November 25th and 26th, at Bassegoda Park, we celebrate Astronomy Day with a series of free astronomy activities led by the astronomers from the Albanyà Astronomical Observatory. We’ll launch water-propelled rockets, explore the surface of the Moon and how craters are formed, simulate a lunar landing, play games, and discover numerous constellations!

ACTIVITY PROGRAM:

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25

From 10 AM to 11 AM: Arts and Crafts. We will create our own sundial and explore how it works. Location: Bassi Club.

From 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM: Solar Baptism. Learn about the Sun and its secrets with the help of our astronomer. Location: Albanyà Astronomical Observatory.

• Depending on the number of registrations, this activity will be conducted in two shifts. Prior registration is required. Recommended age: from 6-7 years.

Shift 1: From 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Shift 2: From 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM.

From 3 PM to 4:15 PM: Water-Propelled Rockets! Continue discovering and learning about science, this time in a more playful manner. Location: Illa Field.

• Depending on the number of registrations, this activity will be conducted in two shifts, with a maximum of 25-30 people. Prior registration is required. Recommended age: from 5 years.

Shift 1: From 3 PM to 3:30 PM. Shift 2: From 3:45 PM to 4:15 PM.

From 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM: Space Simulator. Discover how to virtually build a rocket and reach the Moon. Will you successfully land or return to Earth? It’s a real challenge! Location: Constellations Hall.

• Only one session will be conducted. Depending on the number of registrations, there is an option to have two shifts. Prior registration is required. Recommended age: from 6-7 years.

From 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM: Free Play! The doors of the Bassi Club will be open for you to enjoy some free playtime with board games and drawing. Location: Bassi Club.

At 7 PM: Astronomical Baptism (in Catalan). An extraordinary experience led by astronomers Pere Guerra and Pau Bosch. Participants will embark on a sensory journey through space and time accompanied by the background music of Pep Sala. This will allow you to uncover the secrets of the pure night sky at this time of the year. Location: Albanyà Astronomical Observatory.

• This activity has an additional cost. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the reception.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26

From 10 AM to 11:30 AM: Experimental Workshop! Simulate the creation of lunar craters. Come and discover what happens on the surface of the Moon and its characteristics. Location: Bassi Club.

• Depending on the number of registrations, this activity will be conducted in two shifts. Prior registration is required. Recommended age: from 6-7 years.

Shift 1: From 10 AM to 10:45 AM. Shift 2: From 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM.

From 12 PM to 1 PM: Discover the Sun! What color is it? Or, better yet, what colors is the Sun made of? And its light? You can’t miss this chance to learn all about the Sun! Location: Sports Fields.