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08-20    Astronomy in the Park
08-23     Blanco State Park
08-27    Astronomy in the Park
09-03    Astronomy in the Park
09-04    "X" Marks the Spot
Updated: 8/20/2008 3:57:55 AM

von Kármán Lecture Series
Keeping an Eye on Earth's Changing Climate: The Ocean Surface Topography Mission
Presented by Dr. Parag Vaze
Ocean Surface Topography Mission Project Manager
Tune in at 9 p.m. CST on Thursday, August 21, 2008
and again on
Friday, August 22, 2008
(requires RealPlayer).

Lecture archives

Current Lunar Phase
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Courtesy: U.S. Naval Observatory

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Public Viewing and Community Outreach



Heritage Middle School, 26 February 2004 Sharing our knowledge of the cosmos has always been the core principle of the San Antonio Astronomical Association. Many of our members are avid astronomers and are very enthusiastic about the hobby. Each year we hold several public observing sessions to help you learn more. Please make plans to attend. See our public viewing events schedule below for dates.

You do not need to be a member of the club or own any astronomical equipment to attend. All you need is an interest in the wonders of the Universe.

Saturn Night Live, 31 January 2004Preparation for these observing session begins at home home. Dress appropriately for the time of year! Mild winter days can become very cold winter nights. Please check the weather forecast. For lighting, cover a flashlight in red cellophane (darker the better). Bring along water to keep hydrated and plan on staying the entire evening or as long as the weather allows. Please dim your vehicles headlights when arriving and departing.

Feel free to walk around and enjoy the sights through the equipment on display but please ask the owner before using. It's best to control children around expensive astronomical equipment. Remember, telescope mirrors are sensitive to cigarette smoke and bug spray. Pets should not be brought onto the observing field.

Please check back with this website prior to leaving for the event. If it's cancelled, there will be a notice prominently displayed on the homepage (www.sanantonioastronomy.org).

Club members will begin to arrive just prior to darkness.

If you would like to have the San Antonio Astronomical Association visit your organization or school, contact our Public Programs Coordinator, Don Baker, or fill out our online Outing request form.