Selected Highlights
A Beginner’s Guide to Aurora Chasing
Description
Explore the science behind the aurora borealis with award-winning geography teacher Alistair Hamill.
Learn how the Sun’s activity creates these stunning displays and get tips on forecasting and viewing the northern lights, all through Alistair's engaging stories of late-night adventures under starry skies.
Alistair will also offer tips and advice on photographing the aurora borealis and will be available to take any questions you have. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be complimentary!
Age 14+.
Tickets & Pricing
- Adult £10
- Concession £7
About The Venue
Thu, 13 Feb 2025 7:30 - 8:30pm
About The Host
Northern Ireland Science Festival
- Innovation Centre
- Queen's Road
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT3 9DT
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A Beginner’s Guide to Aurora Chasing
Thu, 13 Feb 2025, 7:30pm
Explore the science behind the aurora borealis with award-winning geography teacher Alistair Hamill.
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