Another sky watching event coming up

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LOS BARRIOS (Press release) Following the successful night sky watching session held recently in Castellar, this time the Luz-Cero astronomy society and the walkers' group Volpes, in conjunction with Los Barrios Council, are holding another event. The date: next Saturday, July 30, at Finca El Palancar, close to the Los Barrios reservoir - meet up at 7pm at the municipal tourist office on Avenida José Chamizo. The idea is for a simple walk on the property (about 5kms), guided by the expert walkers, that includes a visit to the donkey reserve there, as well as another to some ancient tombs, known locally as los moriscos, that are typical of Los Alcornocales Nature Park, plus several cave homes.>>>

Watching the skies, a fine time had by all

CASTELLAR (Agencies) The Luz-Cero Astronomical Society of the Campo de Gibraltar held its second nightime observation of the Moon and Saturn last Saturday in Castellar. Numerous sky watchers came out with their telescopes and cameras - and it was good to see so may kids involved, too. The evnt was held on the sports courts at La Almoraima because, as was explained by the organizers, 'it was far enough away from light pollution'. They also helped newcomers to identify stars and constellations, the main reason for the society's existence being to bring astronomy closer to the general public, particularly to the young. Another event is planned in Castellar this summer, on August 24, this time from Pozos de Majarambú. Luz-Cero (i.e. Zero Light), is currently made up of 27 members from Los Barrios, Castellar, La Línea and Algeciras. See their website here.

Star gazing this weekend in Castellar

CASTELLAR (Press release) The area's astronomical society, Luz Cero (Zero Light - good name), is holding its first star gazing night in the municipality. So, at 10pm on the night of Saturday, July 9, society members and friends will be setting up their telescopes and cameras in the fairground, intent on watching the moon and Saturn - and anything else that might arise. Registration is free and the event is open to everyone, as the society's aim is to increasing awareness of our skies among the public. Let's hope it's not a cloudy night...