WEATHER UPDATE: This event will take place as scheduled.
On Friday, February 13, 2026, Forsyth Astronomical Society will host a free public astronomy observation at Pilot Mountain State Park. The event will run from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and perhaps longer depending on attendance and conditions. This event is weather-dependent. This post and the FAS Facebook page will be updated with the weather decision the evening before the event.
This event is free and open to the public. The observing site is in the summit parking lot. Parking at the summit is limited, so carpooling is recommended. As a courtesy to those present, if you arrive after dark, please turn off your headlights and drive slowly with just your parking lights when you reach the summit parking lot. Dress warmly, because the summit of Pilot Mountain can be much colder and windier than the surrounding area.
To preserve everyone’s night vision, please refrain from using flashlights or cell phones in the observation area. If you must use a light, red lights are preferred. Regardless of the color, shield the light with your hand, keep it pointed down, and turn it off when you reach the observation area.
Don’t worry, if you miss this one, we will be back at Pilot Mountain on Friday, March 13.
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