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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T200000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – General Meeting – May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Only General Meeting – May 2024\n\n\n\nTAAA’s next general member meeting will be held on Friday\, May 03\, 2024. The Main Presentation will start at 6:30 P.M. This will be a ZOOM ONLY meeting. TAAA members will receive a Zoom link should they wish to attend remotely. The public may attend online through our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/. It will be posted to YouTube afterwards.\n\n\n\n\n\nPresentation:  TAAA Member Image Sharing\n\n\n\nOur May 2024 meeting features TAAA members sharing presentations of astronomy interest. Among these will be several April 8th eclipse experiences\, (from the sublime to the disappointing)\, with visuals. If you would like to participate\, please contact Jim Knoll by April 30th at jimknoll@tucsonastronomy.org. Also\, contact him with any questions. \n\n\n\nElection:\n\n\n\n At this meeting we will also have results of our 2024 Leadership Election (online ballots to be sent out on April 26). \n\n\n\n\nCredit: Voxvine.com for NASA April 8\, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/11688/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:Join TAAA and the National Park Service for an evening of stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park .  Address below.\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with operators for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.\nEvent is free but NPS admission fees apply.\nWeather dependent\, check back here prior to event for possible updates on day of event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tumacacori-national-historical-park/
LOCATION:Tumacacori National Historical Park\, 1891 E Frontage Rd\, Tumacacori\, AZ\, 85640\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240504T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party-Catalina State Park – Tucson\, AZ\nViewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the park.\nGreat dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public.  Admission fee for entrance into Catalina State Park. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have approximately 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nAdditional details will be posted here and on Facebook as we get closer to the event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-catalina-state-park-4/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Catalina\, AZ\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240509T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T064933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T063210Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Fast Radio Bursts\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nConnor Justice will be presenting Fast Radio Bursts as our only topic for the month. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-may-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240510T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240316T175041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T175041Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro NP - East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\nTucson\, AZ \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: TAAA Facebook Events page
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-np-east-5/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240316T175434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T175434Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:Star Party @ Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area\nTucson\, AZ (right next to Sonoran Desert Museum) \nViewing Location: Small side loop on East side of main loop.\nInformation: Great dark skies in Western Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \nTucson 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 telescopes.  Weather dependent.\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: TAAA Facebook Events page \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Go to this link to register:  https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tucson-mountain-park-juan-santa-cruz-picnic-area-3/
LOCATION:Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area\, 2000 N Kinney Road\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85743\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240524T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240407T213956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T213956Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Anamax Park\, Sahuarita AZ
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Anamax Park\, Sahuarita\, AZ\nViewing Location: Field 4 in the middle of the soccer field\nGreat dark skies just South of Tucson.\nStar Party open to the Public. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have telescopes for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. \nWeather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-anamax-park-sahuarita-az/
LOCATION:Anamax Park\, Sahuarita AZ\, 17501 S Camino De Las Quintas\, Sahuarita\, AZ\, 85629\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240601T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240608T230000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20231127T025145Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Canyon Star Party
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Canyon Star Party (GCSP) will be held this year from June 1 – 8 at the Grand Canyon National Park. Telescope observing typically goes from 8-11 pm at the Visitor Center of the South Rim. There will also be a GCSP at the North Rim. \nWe will have up to 60 telescopes each night observing planets\, galaxies\, multiple star systems\, star clusters\, nebulae\, and much more. \nFor more information\, see the TAAA GCSP webpage at: Grand Canyon Star Party or the National Park Service Grand Canyon Webpage at: NPS Grand Canyon Webpage
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/grand-canyon-star-party-13/
LOCATION:Grand Canyon Visitor Center\, Grand Canyon Visitor Center\, Grand Canyon\, AZ\, 86023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240608T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240608T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240407T214957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T214957Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\nStar Party telescope viewing (8:00 – 10:00pm)\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.\nGreat opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information and activities that day:\nStar Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-6/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240613T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T071528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T051412Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – June 2024
DESCRIPTION:JUNE MEETING CANCELLED
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-june-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240614T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T065524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T051751Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM ONLY – General Meeting – June 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  Following Pluto’s Heart: A Look into Pluto’s Past and Present\n\n\n\nWhen NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft flew through the Pluto system in 2015\, it revealed a geologic surface of surprising complexity\, which further hinted at the dwarf planet’s unusual hidden depths. The characteristics of Pluto’s thick ice shell and its potentially long-lived subsurface ocean\, as well as the composition of its rocky core\, remain active questions. The answers to these questions have critical implications for how icy bodies and ocean worlds form across the outer Solar System. In this talk\, I will focus on the Sputnik basin\, Pluto’s largest impact basin\, and investigate its formation conditions\, morphology\, and proposed association with geologic features elsewhere on the surface. By reproducing the giant impact that formed Sputnik\, I can reconstruct Pluto’s evolution over geologic time. \n\n\n\nBio: Dr. Adeene Denton is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Arizona’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory interested in giant impacts and their influence on the history\, evolution and tectonic activity of icy satellites\, ocean worlds\, and Kuiper Belt Objects. Adeene received bachelor’s degrees in History and Earth Science from Rice University in 2016\, her MS in Earth\, Environmental and Planetary Science from Brown University in 2018\, and her PhD in Earth\, Atmospheric\, and Planetary Science from Purdue University in 2022. She uses a combination of numerical tools\, from shock physics codes to finite element modeling\, to explore the effects of giant impacts\, which begin in the first few seconds after impact and can extend for hundreds of millions of years. She is passionate about integrating numerical modeling\, fieldwork\, and everything in between to approach planetary problems. Asteroid 16883 adeenedenton is named for her research on impact processes on outer Solar System worlds\, including Pluto. \n \n\n\n\n \nCaption: Heart of Pluto / Credit: NASA/NEW  HORIZONS TEAM
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-june-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240628T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240407T215533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T215533Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\nTucson\, AZ \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: TAAA Facebook Events page
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-np-east-6/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240705T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240705T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T065732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T062029Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – July 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  SHARK-VIS Ushers In A New Age of Planetary Imaging\nSince Voyager images in 1979 revealed volcanic activity on Jupiter’s moon Io\, (the most volcanically active world in our solar system)\, Io’s surface has been monitored by both spacecraft and ground-based telescopes. In his presentation\, scientist Al Conrad presents the highest resolution images of Io ever obtained from a ground-based telescope. Taken by the Large Binocular Telescope’s new instrument\, SHARK-VIS\, they show evidence of a recent major resurfacing event on Io\, and usher in a new age of planetary imaging by using adaptive optics at optical wavelengths. Scientists hope monitoring Io’s eruptions will shed light on the tidal heating mechanism responsible for Io’s intense volcanism\, and\, according to Conrad\, “Io\, therefore presents a unique opportunity to learn about the mighty eruptions that helped shape the surfaces of the Earth and the moon in their distant pasts.” \n\n\n\nBio: Dr. Al Conrad\, associate staff scientist at the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT) received his PhD in Computer Science from the University of California at Santa Cruz in 1994. Before joining LBT in 2014\, he worked as a software engineer and support astronomer at both Lick and Keck Observatories\, then at Max Planck Institute for Astronomy\, where he led the development of the adaptive optics system for LINC-NIRVANA (near- infrared imaging instrument). At LBT\, Al has served as the point of contact for commissioning of several instruments. His current duties include the science archive\, SHARK-NIR (infra-red instrument)\, SHARK-VIS\, and others. His research interests include asteroid systems and developing novel techniques to study comets\, planets\, and the moons of planets\, in particular Jupiter’s moon Io. He enjoys cycling\, sailing\, and outrigger canoe paddling. \n\n\n\n\nJupiter’s moon Io imaged  by SHARK-VIS on Jan. 10\, 2024
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-july-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240711T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T071712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T052226Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – July 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Cosmic Microwave Background\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nConnor Justice will be presenting on the history behind the Cosmic Microwave Background.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-july-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240802T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T070047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T072855Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – August 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation 1:  Observing The Fall Sky\n\n\n\nMary Turner presents her popular seasonal talk about what to see in the summer night sky\, as well as fascinating myths and facts about each object. Learn about bright planets\, meteor showers\, and all else accessible\, to the naked eye\, binoculars\, and/or telescopes. \n\n\n\nBio: Dr. Mary Turner received her Ph.D in Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona (UA). She is currently the Technical Fellow in Optical Design for Edmund Optics\, where she designs custom optical systems for a wide variety of applications\, including camera systems\, machine vision applications\, free-space communications and other laser systems. Additionally. Dr. Turner is a lecturer for the University of California-Irvine\, teaching courses in optical design. She also lectures at UA in various aspects of optical design\, and has authored chapters in several technical references relating to the field of optical design. \n\n\n\nPresentation 2: A History of the Grand Canyon Star Party\n\n\n\nTAAA member Jim Knoll will review the history of the Grand Canyon Star Party\, from its humble beginning by a dedicated member of the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) to the premiere outreach event it is today. Grand Canyon National Park is a perfect location as a Dark Sky Park at 7\,000 feet with incredible views of the Milky Way and the rest of our Universe. The Star Party is co-hosted by TAAA and the National Park Service. It is held annually in June\, near the New Moon\, and is free and open to everyone in the Park. We typically set up between 50 and 60 telescopes and provide daytime and nighttime observing over 8 days and nights\, with around 125 volunteers. GCSP draws over 15\,000 visitors yearly. The 2024 Star Party was the 34th in the series. The 35th Grand Canyon Star Party will be held June 21-28\, 2025. Additional information: https://tucsonastronomy.org/upcoming-events/grand-canyon-star-party/. \n\n\n\nBio: Jim Knoll joined the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association in 2004. Since that time\, he has been involved in many TAAA activities\, particularly outreach events. He has been the School Program Coordinator\, and is currently the Coordinator for Tucson Stargazing Adventures (paid star parties). Jim is also the Chiricahua Astronomy Complex Director\, the Library Telescope Coordinator\, and most recently assumed the role of Coordinator for the annual Grand Canyon Star Party (GCSP). As GCSP Coordinator\, he oversees a planning team of several TAAA members to orchestrate the yearly event in conjunction with the National Park Service. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCaption: Over 1\,200 visitors a night at GCSP\, 2018 / Credit: Dean Ketelsen
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-august-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240808T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T071901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T043907Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – August 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Supernovae\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nThis month for our main topic\, we will be revisiting a 2019 presentation on Supernovae. \nConstellation of the Month:  Pegasus\nWe will also be revisiting the Constellation Pegasus\, to give some observation ideas for the Fall once monsoon season breaks. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-august-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240906T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240421T070637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T052957Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  My Deep-Sky Astrophotography Journey\n\n\n\nTAAA 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. David will cover his beginnings\, his advanced astro rig\, and his expertise in capturing deep-sky objects\, sharing valuable insights on imaging capture techniques\, workflow\, and image processing. \n\n\n\nBio: David Stearn is an Amateur Deep Space Photographer. He holds a BS Degree in Marketing from Northern Illinois University\, and has been an amateur photographer for 20 years. With a background in landscape and nature photography\, David has transitioned his skills and passions to astrophotography\, leveraging his skills to capture stunning deep-sky objects. He is excited to share his journey and techniques with the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association. David’s photo gallery can be found at https://www.astrobin.com/users/astronewbie/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCaption: The Triangulum Galaxy\, also known as M33 \n\n\n\nCredit: David Stearn
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-august-2024-2/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240907T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240907T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240815T221809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T221809Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Agua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking Lot\nInformation: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \nTucson 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 telescopes. \nPark gate may close before event end time\, so arrive as close to start time as possible. Weather dependent.\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. go to: https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events fill up fast so recommend registering early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-agua-caliente-park-4/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240805T044123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T074101Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Star Atlas\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nThis month\, Connor Justice will be re-presenting a 2019 presentation on Star Atlas. \nAstronomer of the Month:  Al-battani\nPresenter:  Pete Hermes \nPete Hermes will be highlighting the Middle Ages astronomer Al-battani. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-september-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240913T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240913T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240815T223657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T223657Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:Join TAAA and the National Park Service for an evening of stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park .  Address below.\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with operators for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.\nEvent is free but NPS admission fees apply.\nWeather dependent\, check back here prior to event for possible updates on day of event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tumacacori-national-historical-park-2/
LOCATION:Tumacacori National Historical Park\, 1891 E Frontage Rd\, Tumacacori\, AZ\, 85640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240914T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240914T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240815T232023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T232023Z
UID:12605-1726342200-1726349400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\nStar Party telescope viewing (7:30 – 9:30pm)\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.\n3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ 85623\nStar Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.\nGreat opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information and activities that day:\nStar Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-7/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240909T025901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T214214Z
UID:12732-1726945200-1726952400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Star Party at St. Francis in the Foothills Church
DESCRIPTION:Join TAAA for a Star Party at St. Francis Church in the Foothills Church\, Tucson AZ\n\nLocated 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.\n\nJoin us as we observe Planets (Saturn is now visible after many months being in the morning skies)\, Nebulas\, Galaxies\, and more!\n\nViewing will be from 7pm to 9pm at the far north end of the parking lot. (Stay to the left all the way to the end).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/star-party-at-st-francis-in-the-foothills-church/
LOCATION:St. Francis in the Foothills Church\, 4625 E. River Road\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85718
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240816T030540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T030540Z
UID:12609-1727463600-1727470800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\n3693 S Old Spanish Trail\nTucson\, AZ 85730 \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: TAAA Facebook Events page
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-np-east-7/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241004T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240805T051224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T071856Z
UID:12539-1728066600-1728072000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  Dark Sky Southern Arizona 2.0: The Hits (and Misses) Of Our First Year and How Our Region Can Reclaim Its Leading Role\n\n\n \nLight 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 of DarkSky International (formerly the International Dark-Sky Association) was rebooted in mid-2023. In this talk\, John Barentine will describe the motivations that led the group to restart the chapter along with the progress they have made toward achieving the strategic goals of their first three-year period. He will also give an update on regional light-pollution trends and opportunities that can strengthen this region’s leadership on outdoor lighting issues. \n \n\nBio: John Barentine is the Principal Consultant at Dark Sky Consulting\, LLC\, and was formerly the Director of Public Policy for the International Dark-Sky Association. He earned a Ph.D. in astronomy from the University of Texas at Austin\, and previously held staff positions at the National Solar Observatory\, Apache Point Observatory\, and the Sloan Digital Sky Survey. Throughout his career\, he has been involved in educating the public about science. He is a member of the American Astronomical Society and the International Astronomical Union\, and is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. The asteroid (14505) Barentine is named in his honor. His interests outside of astronomy and light pollution research include history\, art and architecture\, politics\, law and current events.can be found at https://www.astrobin.com/users/astronewbie/ \n\n\n\n\nPresenter: John Barentine
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-october-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240903T032505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T032505Z
UID:12691-1728154800-1728162000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Chiricahua National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nObserving location will be at the Faraway Ranch parking lot just past the entrance gate about 1/2 mile.  Please try to use red light flashlights and minimize white light (to include cell phones) that will hinder your night vision. \nChiricahua National Monument website: https://www.nps.gov/chir/index.htm.\nWeather dependent — Follow the event on the TAAA Facebook page to get weather and other updates: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/. \nCheck back here or on our Facebook page closer to the event for any updates.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-chiricahua-national-monument-2/
LOCATION:Chiricahua National Monument\, 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd\, Willcox\, AZ\, 85643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240903T033043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T172828Z
UID:12693-1728154800-1728162000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
DESCRIPTION:Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State Park\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes at a really dark location. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/events
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-picacho-peak-state-park-4/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak State Park\, 15520 Picacho Peak Rd\, Picacho\, AZ\, 85141
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240805T044323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T054841Z
UID:12532-1728585000-1728590400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Milky Way\nPresenter:  Doug Smith \nThis month\, Doug Smith will be presenting on the Milky Way for our main topic.  \nAstronomer of the Month:  Edmond Halley\nPresenter:  Pete Hermes \nPete Hermes will highlighting Edmond Halley for our astronomer of the month.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-october-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240903T033607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T033607Z
UID:12695-1729429200-1729436400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Solar Telescope Observing @ Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.\nThe Sun is nearing its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is lots of activity on its surface. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public.  NPS admission fees apply. \nThe telescopes will be set up at the Bicycle Ramada next to the Visitors Center.\nThis event will most likely be canceled in the event of clouds/rain.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/solar-telescope-observing-saguaro-np-east-4/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241025T061500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240903T175405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T230318Z
UID:12699-1729836900-1729886400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Tubac AZ Presidio State Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Tubac Presidio State Historical Park in Tubac AZ for an evening of stargazing under truly dark skies at a historic location. \nTAAA will have volunteer astronomers with Telescopes setup and viewing Planets\,\nNebulas\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and more\, under the dark skies of Southern Arizona! \nThis is “Anza Under the Stars” night at the Presidio.  For more information check out October 25th at:\nEvents | Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Museum \nStar Party is free but there is an admission fee for non-members of the Presidio. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/events
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-the-tubac-az-presidio/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio\, 1 Burruel St\, Tubac\, Arizona\, 85646
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T233238
CREATED:20240903T034502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T034502Z
UID:12697-1729969200-1729976400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party at Catalina State Park – Tucson\, AZ\nViewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the park.\nGreat dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public.  Admission fee for entrance into Catalina State Park. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have approximately 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nAdditional details will be posted here and on Facebook as we get closer to the event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-catalina-state-park-5/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Catalina\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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