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Bringing you the best of Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory with private guided experiences with one of our experts!

Explore nature or seek the stars with your family in a fun and safe way! To request or book a program, please click on the links below.

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Private Family Nature Experience

Explore nature with our team of naturalists through hands-on activities just for your group! Choose from any of the following adventures:

  • Guided Family Nature Hike: Explore our local habitats with a naturalist!

  • Raptor Adaptations: Learn about the amazing adaptations of owls, hawks, eagles, and falcons

  • Reptile and Amphibian Discovery: Learn about reptiles and amphibians with the help of biofacts and our animal ambassadors

Duration: 1.5 hours
Guest Capacity: Family group up to 10 people, programs are customizable to fit your groups needs.
Location: Pozzi Education building and outdoors depending on topic selection
Price: $100-$150

Availability: Program availability varies seasonally. Please check our event page or email programs@snco.org with your preferred date and group size.

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Join us for one of our Twilight Talks, Daytime visits, Public Observatory Nights or other events we host at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory!

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seek the stars

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Private Star Parties

During this cosmic experience, we will guide you and your private group in views of planets, the Moon, and galaxies through the observatory’s vast collection of telescopes. You’ll also explore constellations through a guided tour, check out meteorites, and enjoy one-on-one time with an astronomer. This exclusive experience includes private access to one wing of the observatory for you and your guests to enjoy guided night sky viewing. Visits can be customized to meet your interests. Great for birthdays, family reunions, and corporate events. 

Duration: 1 hour
Guest Capacity: Up to 25 people
Location: Outdoors at the observatory
Price: $300-$800

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Private Family Planetarium Experience

Join us in our inflatable planetarium for an interpreter led guided tour of the solar system for your family! We may ask you to remove your shoes prior to entering the planetarium if weather conditions warrant it.

Duration: 30 - 45 minutes
Guest Capacity: Family group up to 10 people
Location: Pozzi Education building
Price: $100-$150

Availability: Program availability varies seasonally. Please check our event page or email programs@snco.org with your preferred date and group size.

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Private Family Rocket Experience

Join us for unique private experience where you are the scientist! Together we will learn about rockets then build and launch your very own! At least one adult participant is required per group reservation.

Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Guest Capacity: Family group up to 10 people
Location: Pozzi Education building and outdoors at the observatory
Price: $150-$250

Availability: Program availability varies seasonally. Please check our event page or email programs@snco.org with your preferred date and group size.

Email for Availability
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