Weekend Events

8/11/2017 to 8/12/2017 | Washington State Park | De Soto, MO

Friday

• 7 p.m. - The Great American Eclipse - Campground Amphitheater
  Washington State Park interpretive staff will educate you about “The Great American Eclipse.” Learn all about the upcoming total solar eclipse through photos and interactive demonstrations.

Saturday

• 2 p.m. - Petroglyph and Glade Tour – Petroglyph Site
  This guided interpretive walk highlights two of Washington State Park's unique features. The walk begins with a tour of the ancient Native American rock carvings and will then venture out onto the glade, where visitors will learn about life on this landscape. 
• 4 p.m. -  Nature Hour – Swimming Pool Entrance
  Do you know how to view the upcoming total solar eclipse safely? Join Washington State Park interpretive staff to get tips on how you – and your eyes – can enjoy the eclipse.
• 7 p.m. -  Perseid Meteor Shower – Campground Amphitheater
  Washington State Park interpretive staff will present a fun and interactive program on this weekend’s meteor shower and then enjoy some out of the world treats.
• 8 p.m. - Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing - Petroglyph Site
  Join Washington State Park interpretive staff for spectacular viewing of the Perseid meteor shower.

All events last approximately one hour and are weather and conditions permitting and subject to change.