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Solar Telescope Observing at Saguaro NP East

Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United States

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. The Sun is nearing its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is lots … Continue reading Solar Telescope Observing at Saguaro NP East

Stargazing Catalina State Park

Catalina State Park 11570 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, AZ, United States

Star Party-Catalina State Park Tucson, AZ Viewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the park. Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park.  Star Party open to the Public.  Admission cost for entrance into Catalina State Park.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.  … Continue reading Stargazing Catalina State Park

Stargazing Canoa Ranch

Canoa Ranch 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, AZ, United States

This Star Party is cancelled for tonight.  The cloud cover is forecast to increase as the evening progresses to the point that it needs to be cancelled. Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation for some stargazing at Historic Canoa Ranch. We will observe planets, star clusters, … Continue reading Stargazing Canoa Ranch

HYBRID – General Meeting – March 2023

Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United States

6:30 pm - Main Presentation TITLE:  The Sky at Night – Easy enjoyment from your backyard PRESENTATION:  Avid stargazer and amateur astronomer, Tim Hunter, will talk about his recently published book, The Sky At Night (University of Arizona Press); how it came about from 750 Sky Spy astronomy columns—15 years worth—in Thursday’s Caliente, the Arizona Daily Star’s  weekly entertainment section. Learn … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – March 2023

ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – March 2023

ONLINE

Historical Astronomer of the Month: Japanese Astronomers Presenter:  Doug Smith This month Doug Smith will be presenting on Japanese Astronomers for our ongoing Astronomer of the Month series. Main Presentation:   Large Telescopes Presenter:  Stephen Ferris For our main topic, Stephen Ferris will be discussion the last part of his series on Large Telescopes.

Stargazing Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area

Ironwood Picnic 7300 W Hal gras Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

Cancelled due to lingering cloud cover. Star Party-Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area Tucson, AZ (West) Viewing Location:  Second Restroom area  approximately 3/4 of the way in on Hal Gras Road. Information: Great dark skies in Western Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for … Continue reading Stargazing Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area

Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East

Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United States

Star Party - Saguaro National Park - East Tucson, AZ Great dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park - East. Star Party is open to the Public. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more.  … Continue reading Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East

Stargazing @ Tumacacori National Historical Park

Tumacacori National Historical Park 1891 E Frontage Rd, Tumacacori, AZ, United States

Event cancelled due to cloud cover Starry Night in the Park – Tumacacori National Historical Park Tumacacori, AZ 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 a variety of telescopes. Very dark skies in a … Continue reading Stargazing @ Tumacacori National Historical Park

Stargazing Agua Caliente Park

Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

Viewing 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 Agua Caliente Park

HYBRID – General Meeting – April 2023

Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United States

6:30 pm - Main Presentation TITLE:  Fun Observing Projects with Zero Equipment PRESENTATION:  According to author and educator, Bob King, you don't need a telescope to explore the underpinnings of the universe. A pair of eyes will do. In this month’s presentation, Bob will share three visual observing projects — exploring Earth's shadow; observing and … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – April 2023

Evening Under the Stars

Chiricahua Astronomy Complex 9315 E Perseus Way, Pearce, AZ, United States

Evening Under the Stars Observing at the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) Chiricahua Astronomy Complex. Want to stargaze from a dark site where the band of the Milky Way is clearly visible across the sky? You see so many stars it is hard to pick out the constellations. Twice per year, we open our TAAA … Continue reading Evening Under the Stars

ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – April 2023

ONLINE

Historical Astronomer of the Month: Edward Barnard Presenter:  Connor Justice Connor Justice will be presenting our Astronomer of the month presentation on Edward Barnard. Main Presentation:   Carbon Stars Presenter:  Pete Hermes Pete Hermes will be discussing Carbon Stars.

Stargazing Canoa Ranch

Canoa Ranch 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, AZ, United States

Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation for some stargazing at Historic Canoa Ranch. We will observe planets, star clusters, multiple star systems, nebulae, galaxies, and lots more. FREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Go to Eventbright and search for stargazing Canoa Ranch. May fill up quickly, so recommend registering … Continue reading Stargazing Canoa Ranch

Chiricahua National Monument Stargazing

Chiricahua National Monument 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd, Willcox, AZ, United States

TAAA Stargazing to view amazing solar system and deep sky objects from a 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 Faraway Ranch just inside the entrance gate.  Please … Continue reading Chiricahua National Monument Stargazing

Stargazing @ Saguaro NP – East

Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United States

Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East Tucson, AZ 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 for astronomical viewing.  We will observe … Continue reading Stargazing @ Saguaro NP – East