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ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – August 2024
ONLINEMain Presentation: Supernovae Presenter: Connor Justice This month for our main topic, we will be revisiting a 2019 presentation on Supernovae. Constellation of the Month: Pegasus We will also be revisiting the Constellation Pegasus, to give some observation ideas for the Fall once monsoon season breaks.
HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2024
Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United StatesPresentation: My Deep-Sky Astrophotography Journey TAAA member David Stearn shares his journey into Deep-Sky Astrophotography, showcasing his transition from landscape and nature photography to capturing the wonders of the cosmos. This presentation is perfect for visual astronomers interested in exploring the world of imaging, as well as for seasoned astrophotographers looking to learn new techniques. … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2024
Stargazing at Agua Caliente Park
Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United StatesViewing Location: Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking Lot Information: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson. Star Party open to the Public. Cost: FREE. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of … Continue reading Stargazing at Agua Caliente Park
ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – September 2024
ONLINEMain Presentation: Star Atlas Presenter: Connor Justice This month, Connor Justice will be re-presenting a 2019 presentation on Star Atlas. Astronomer of the Month: Al-battani Presenter: Pete Hermes Pete Hermes will be highlighting the Middle Ages astronomer Al-battani.
Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
Tumacacori National Historical Park 1891 E Frontage Rd, Tumacacori, AZ, United StatesJoin TAAA and the National Park Service for an evening of stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park . Address below. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with operators for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. … Continue reading Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
Stargazing at Oracle State Park
Oracle State Park 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ, United StatesViewing Location: Kannally Ranch House Star Party telescope viewing (7:30 – 9:30pm) Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park. 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623 Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical … Continue reading Stargazing at Oracle State Park
Star Party at St. Francis in the Foothills Church
St. Francis in the Foothills Church 4625 E. River Road, Tucson, ArizonaJoin TAAA for a Star Party at St. Francis Church in the Foothills Church, Tucson AZ Located near River Rd. and Swan Rd at 4625 E. River Road, this venue is well located for many in the central Tucson and Foothills communities. Join us as we observe Planets (Saturn is now visible after many months … Continue reading Star Party at St. Francis in the Foothills Church
Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United StatesStar Party – Saguaro National Park – East 3693 S Old Spanish Trail Tucson, AZ 85730 Great dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East. Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes … Continue reading Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2024
Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United StatesPresentation: Dark Sky Southern Arizona 2.0: The Hits (and Misses) Of Our First Year and How Our Region Can Reclaim Its Leading Role Light pollution is a longstanding concern in the Tucson area, which in many respects is the home of the global dark-skies movement. After going dormant during the pandemic, the Southern Arizona Chapter … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2024
Stargazing at Chiricahua National Monument
Chiricahua National Monument 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd, Willcox, AZ, United StatesJoin TAAA for an evening of stargazing to view amazing solar system and deep sky objects from a truly Dark Sky Park. You will see planets, nebulae, star clusters, double stars, galaxies millions of light years away, and lots more. We will have several telescopes for public viewing. Observing location will be at the Faraway … Continue reading Stargazing at Chiricahua National Monument
Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
Picacho Peak State Park 15520 Picacho Peak Rd, Picacho, AZTruely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State Park Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through … Continue reading Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2024
ONLINEMain Presentation: Milky Way Presenter: Doug Smith This month, Doug Smith will be presenting on the Milky Way for our main topic. Astronomer of the Month: Edmond Halley Presenter: Pete Hermes Pete Hermes will highlighting Edmond Halley for our astronomer of the month.
Solar Telescope Observing @ Saguaro NP – East
Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United StatesJoin the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Saguaro National Park – East for some Sun gazing at the park. We will observe the Sun through telescopes with appropriate filters so you will get to see sunspots, prominences, flares, and more. The Sun is nearing its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is lots … Continue reading Solar Telescope Observing @ Saguaro NP – East
Stargazing at the Tubac AZ Presidio State Historical Park
Tubac Presidio 1 Burruel St, Tubac, ArizonaJoin us at the Tubac Presidio State Historical Park in Tubac AZ for an evening of stargazing under truly dark skies at a historic location. TAAA will have volunteer astronomers with Telescopes setup and viewing Planets, Nebulas, Galaxies, Star Clusters and more, under the dark skies of Southern Arizona! This is "Anza Under the Stars" … Continue reading Stargazing at the Tubac AZ Presidio State Historical Park
Stargazing at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park 11570 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, AZ, United StatesStar Party at Catalina State Park – Tucson, AZ Viewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the park. Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park. Star Party open to the Public. Admission fee for entrance into Catalina State Park. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have approximately 10 telescopes … Continue reading Stargazing at Catalina State Park