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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Title:  TAAA Dark Sky Sites…A Great Club Perk!\n\n\n\nTAAA Members Jim Knoll\, Bill Lofquist\, and Stephen Ferris will speak about the exciting opportunities for dark site viewing available for TAAA members at TIMPA (which stands for Tucson International Modelplex Park Association) and at CAC (Chicahua Astronomy Complex)  \n\n\n\nTIMPA is just 25 miles west from the center of Tucson. TAAA has used the site for almost 30 years.  It includes restrooms\, 6 user pads\, and the club’s original big telescope\, the 14″ Gila Monster observatory.  TIMPA Director\, Stephen Ferris reports that “in the last two years\, we’ve also added a second permanently mounted big telescope\, the TIMPA Meade 16″ SCT.  Late last year\, we also acquired a Losmandy G11 mount which we are matching with two high quality refractors and an ASIAir control unit.” TIMPA now can welcome SmartScopes of all types.  SmartScopes are a great new tool for both beginning and experienced astronomers. TIMPA is planning multiple events for SmartScopes in the next few months. This close-in site opens at sunset\, and members can stay until dawn.   \n\n\n\nPresenters:  Jim Knoll and Bill Lofquist\n\n\n\nJim Knoll and Bill Lofquist will give the latest information about TAAA’s very own 16-acre CAC observing site. CAC is two hours SE of Tucson near the Chiricahua Mountains. From here you can easily see the Milky Way and many astronomy objects with just your eyes. Telescopes at the site include a 40-inch\, 32-inch\, 25-inch\, 18-inch\, several 14-inch scopes\, a 9-inch refractor and many more. CAC has 10 sleeping rooms\, 7 RV sites\, a large tent camping area\, and a classroom.   \n\n\n\nLearn about the history and current availability of both observing sites at the April TAAA meeting. 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-april-2026/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T213000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\n\n\nTypically a music event prior\, check the park’s website below.\n\n\n\nStar Party telescope viewing (7:30 – 9:30pm)\n\n\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ 85623Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. \n\n\n\nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \n\n\n\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \n\n\n\nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information and activities that day:Star Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-17/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T150000
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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.The Sun is at its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is LOTS of activity on its surface. \n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public\, no reservations required.  NPS admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nThe telescopes will be set up at the entrance to the Visitors Center.This event will most likely be canceled in the event of clouds/rain.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/solar-telescope-observing-saguaro-np-east-9/
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:20260409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193134
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T033627Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting –April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Gravitational Wave Astronomy\n\n\n\nPresenter: Pete Hermes\n\n\n\nPete Hermes will be discussing Gravitational Wave Astronomy for our main topic. \n\n\n\nTitle:  astronomer of the month\n\n\n\nPresenter:  Connor Justice\n\n\n\nConnor Justice will be highlighting Johannes Hevelius for our astronomer of the month..
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-april-2026/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260410T213000
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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.The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with volunteer astronomers\, for astronomical viewing\, in front of the Old Mission. \n\n\n\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \n\n\n\nEvent is free\, no reservations required\, but NPS admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nWeather dependent\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page: TAAA Facebook Events page for weather updates on day of event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tumacacori-national-historical-park-7/
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:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T213000
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SUMMARY:Semi-Annual Evening Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY PUBLIC EVENT. Come see the TAAA Chiricahua Astronomy Complex (CAC) and observe through some huge telescopes taking in the wonders of the Universe. The site will open at 7 pm with observing from 7:30-9:30 pm.  Reservations Required. Email euts[at]tucsonastronomy.org with number people\, number vehicles\, and email contact information. Additional Information: Evening Under the Stars
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/semi-annual-evening-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Chiricahua Astronomy Complex\, 9315 E Perseus Way\, Pearce\, AZ\, 85625\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T213000
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SUMMARY:Marana - Camping Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Astronomy event supporting Marana – Camping Under the Stars. For more information\, see their website: Camping Under the Stars – Town of Marana\, AZ
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/marana-camping-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Ora Mae Harn Park\, 13250 N Lon Adams Rd\, Marana\, AZ\, 85653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T213000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party at Catalina State Park – Tucson\, AZViewing 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. \n\n\n\nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have approximately 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. \n\n\n\nWeather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page ((4) Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association | Facebook). \n\n\n\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-11/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T213000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Agua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking LotInformation: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nPark gate may close before event end time\, so arrive as close to start time as possible. Weather dependent.For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: ((4) Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association | Facebook) \n\n\n\nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.These events fill up fast so recommend registering early. \n\n\n\nTo Register go to: Pima County Parks and Recreation Then Log in or Create an account. Once logged in click on “Environmental Education”. You should get the Pop-up screen “Register for a Program”. Scroll down to the event on the list and click on the “Register” button. You must be logged in for the Registration screen to work.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-agua-caliente-park-11/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260424T213000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
DESCRIPTION:Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State ParkStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several advanced amateur telescopes for astronomical viewing. \n\n\n\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes at a really dark location. \n\n\n\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-11/
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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