Explore the Night Sky: A Four-Night Astronomy Course

March 24, 31 and April 7, 14
7:00 – 9:00 pm each night
Chappell House
$85 for TRC or RASC Members, $100 for Non-Members

Join the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for a four-night course designed to introduce you to observing the night sky. Acquire the skills to identify brighter stars and constellations, along with a foundational understanding of the celestial motion. Each session features an indoor presentation led by an astronomer, followed by an outdoor exploration of the night sky using binoculars and telescopes. Your registration fee covers all four sessions.

Schedule

March 24 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Introduction to Astronomy: Star Charts, Planispheres, and Observing Tools

March 31 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Observing the Sun and Moon, Meteors, Aurorae and Comets

April 7 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Observing the Planets, Stars, and Deep Sky Objects

April 14 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Using Binoculars and Telescopes, An Introduction to Astrophotography

Important Information

The outdoor viewing portion is dependent on conditions. The session will not be postponed if conditions are not ideal for stargazing.

No dogs permitted, service animals welcome.

Difficulty Rating

Accessible. This program will run out of the Parker Room of Chappell House, which has accessible parking, entrances and washrooms. Following indoor presentations, participants will move outside onto the relatively flat lawn to use telescopes if weather permits.

Cancellations and Refunds

Refunds may only be processed if a registration is cancelled five or more business days before event day. Cancellations are subject to administrative fees. No refunds will be given for no-shows. If the program is cancelled due to weather, illness, or minimum registrations not reached, we will attempt to reschedule, or a full refund will be issued based on the circumstances of the cancellation.