Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
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The Colorado Springs Astronomical Society brings the wonders of the universe to the Pikes Peak region. Please join us at one of our many public outreach events.
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
UPDATE: Forecast is for clear slides but temperatures in the 30s. Wear warm clothes! (I wear long johns, sweater, coat, winter hunting overalls, hat and mittens with gloved fingers and sometimes will bring rechargeable hand warmers to stay toasty warm while observing in the cooler temps!)
Join us on Friday, November 5th from 7 – 9 PM at the Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center as we explore the Winter Sky.
Winter is upon us and while for some it can bring snow, it also brings crisp and dark skies (Be prepared for cooler temperatures in the Mountains!). We’ll have new celestial objects to view ..read more
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
Join Colorado Springs Astronomical Society for the February Virtual Star Party. We'll talk about the status of the MARS 2020 Rover, take a tour of the night sky and weather permitting take a live look at some of our favorite celestial objects in the night skies.
Due to maintenance on GoToMeeting scheduled during this time this star party will be on Zoom. You can join the meeting at the following link.
David Warner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: February Virtual Star Party
Time: Feb 20, 2021 07:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j ..read more
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
What a wonderful night! I understand we had close to 100 people! Got to “first light” my new 20” in a dark sky and it did not disappoint. Looking forward to the next chance to get together ..read more
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
Wish I could join you guys tonight! Unfortunately I have to work so enjoy your clear skies and views ..read more
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
REGISTER FOR THIS VIRTUAL EVENT HERE:
Hi there,
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Aug 23, 2021 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Astronomy and Modern Society: Preserving our views of the world we live in
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webina.....edy_6S3d_A
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Dave Warner, Director of Educational Outreach and NASA/JPL Solar System Amba ..read more
Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
2y ago
Mars is about to have a visitor from another planet! Join Dave Warner, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, as we discuss the myriad of science packages aboard the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover which will be landing on Mars on Feb 18, 2021.
This talk will be live on our Facebook page on Saturday, Feb 13th at 8:00 PM.
https://www.facebook.com/event.....2372072900
Dave ..read more