The Central Texas Astronomical Society is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt education organization. Star parties are held at our observatory, at Science North and at provincial parks. We are also a member of theĪstronomical League, which supports astronomical societies worldwide. The Central Texas Astronomical Society is a member of the International Dark-Sky Association. You can join the Central Texas Astronomical Society and experience fellowship with others who share your passion for the night skies!
#STAR GAZER CLUB PROFESSIONAL#
(amateur, noun, a person who engages in a study forįinancial benefit or professional reasons)Īs a non-profit educational organization, all donations are 100% tax deductible.Ĭlick this link to go directly to the donate page: We are Amateur Astronomers in the truest sense: We have no paid staff and yet we make major scientific contributions, support education and student research and reach out to the public to promote the awareness of astronomy. Get double points on your Star Club Card between the hours of 8am and 2am, plus, in the morning get a. General Membership Meeting and Programs are held quarterly.ĬTAS is an entirely volunteer organization. Star Gazer for the monthes of October, November & December 2009. The observing field is always open for members and guests. Members meet once a month, near the New Moon, at Meyer Observatory for the Member Star Party. You can even rent the Meyer Observatory for your own private star party! Use the links in our public events calendar to the leftĬan't come to one of the public events? We can come to you! We often will host private star parties at schools, churches, scout camp outs, and the occasional promotional event, at your location. Outdoor events will be cancelled in case of poor weather. Waco Star Party Heritage Square in downtown Waco Please check the Calendar of Events for Dates & Times. We also host other public stargazing events (star parties) at various locations in Central Texas.
#STAR GAZER CLUB REGISTRATION#
Registration is encouraged, and we have an indoor program in case of cloudy weather. Anyone with an interest in astronomy, experienced pros or beginning amateurs, families and visitors are all welcome.Every third Saturday of the month we offer an Open House at the Meyer Observatory near Clifton, Texas. Other public events are also often scheduled. Prior to the pandemic, on clear nights, we would offer attendees an opportunity to observe with the 26″ Leander McCormick Telescope and we hope to get back to that soon. Need a link to the virtual club meeting? Send an email to CAS President, Steve Layman.
We typically have a guest speaker each month that provide presentations on variety of astronomical topics from cosmology to observing techniques.
an optional Membership to the Astronomical League at a reduced, club rate. The regular club meeting is on the first Wednesday of each month from 7 pm to about 9 pm with the Zoom link being sent out to club members via our email newsgroup. Astronomical Society Facebook page to share your astronomy interest. Regular Meetings are normally held at historic University of Virginia’s McCormick Observatory but during the pandemic we have been meeting virtually on Zoom. Our In Town Star Party coordinator, Kanch, used the clubs Unistellar eQuinox to take a quick image of the supernova. But, most of all, we try to make astronomy a thrilling experience for everyone. Our Society has much to offer in information and activities for budding amateur astronomers as well as those who are simply curious about space. Advantages & Disadvantages of Dobsonian Telescopes.
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