Bethel said the moon will set around midnight on the Friday and the best viewing will be high in the southern sky near the constellation Gemini.

As the event is being held during the winter, park staff reminds those attending to dress for very cold winter conditions.

"It is often colder on the rocks than the average local temperature so even if it is a mild night you can become chilled sitting for long periods in the park," Bethel said. "No tents or other invasive camping equipment such as propane heaters, lanterns, etc. will be allowed but you can bring portable chairs and blankets to keep warm."

Bethel said absolutely no campfires will be allowed and asks all to remember it is a carry-in carry- out park and to only bring with them what they will be able to carry out when they leave.

Park staff will be available to direct attendees to the best and safest areas to view the shower and trash receptacles will be available in the parking area.

"Please be respectful of other visitors experience and avoid excessive use of artificial lights and excessive noise during the event," Bethel said. "So if you like star gazing, light shows and are able to brave the cold this is your event, come out and create a lifetime memory at Elephant Rocks State Park."

Elephant Rocks State Park is located at 7406 Highway 21 in Belleview. For more information about the event call the site at 573-546-3454. For more information on state parks and historic sites visit mostateparks.com

Victoria Kemper is a reporter for the Daily Journal. She can be reached at 573-783-3366 or at vkemper@democratnewsonline.com

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