A facility and service in Jasper National Park provides guided explorations of the night sky. It combines immersive planetarium experiences with opportunities to view celestial objects through powerful telescopes, capitalizing on the park’s designated dark sky preserve status.
This offering enhances astronomical understanding and appreciation while minimizing light pollution’s impact on observation. These types of ventures contribute significantly to scientific literacy, astrotourism, and the preservation of natural darkness, which benefits both human health and wildlife.