Tonights Public Observing session at the Darling Hill Observatory is on. Come and look through our C14 telescope, and enjoy our EAA presentation in the chatroom. Members will have their scopes on the lawn as well. Prepare to dress warmly as the temperatures are predicted to be In the low 60’s and high 50’s tonight.
SAS Events July 17th Board Meeting: Our Monthly Board Meeting occurs at 7:30PM. This will be at the Darling Hill observatory if the weather is nice or a zoom only meeting if it is not. Members can check your email for a link. July 18th/July 19th Public Observing Session: Join us for our monthly public observing session. Bring your family to explore the marvels of the night sky and catch a glimpse of the Milky Way. We will feature an EAA presentation, and our main telescope will be available for viewing. July 25th/July 26th Member Observing Session: Join us for […]
A proposal passed, that allowed the Cave 16″ Newtonian telescope to be replaced with a telescope with more advanced features. The new telescope is a Celestron C14, which came with new imaging equipment and a new mount. This would allow members to use the telescope to switch between imaging and visual observations. The first photo taken was on Sunday night by John Rush and Jeff Higgins. It’s of the Crescent Nebula, located in the constellation Cygnus. The photo shows how capable the new tracking is, and the potential the new telescope has. Come join us next Friday on the 23rd, […]
The Syracuse Astronomical Society participated in the Maker Faire this year. A booth was set up inside of the Horticulture building at the New York State Fairgrounds today, and was very successful. People shared their interests for astronomy, with a few looking to become members. A few members attended to help volunteer, including Jeff, John, Tony, Jess and Alex. Although our original plans to set up solar scopes outside was ruined by the quite familiar weather, fun was had by all that attended.