HALO (Huntsville Astronomic and Lunar Observatory)
Housed in the unique Compass Rose Lodge, HALO features a 16-inch aperture Ritchey-Chretien-style telescope designed with hyperbolic shaped mirrors like the Hubble Space Telescope. Visitors can gaze a distant star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae with minimal light pollution. Smaller, 8-inch telescopes are also available for use on the grounds.
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Shop Small in Ogden Valley
Between “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday,” you’ll find “Shop Small Saturday.”
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Experience the Cosmos with HALO
A special tour in the Ogden valley
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Last-Minute Local Gifts in Ogden Valley
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Discover Ogden Valley!
Ogden Valley is Above and Beyond!
198 South 7400 East Huntsville, Utah 84317 (385) 279-4460
7350 E 200 S Huntsville, Utah 84317 (801) 745-2002
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