Astronomy 101

We are very excited to help launch you into your astronomical journey! This course covers four topics, over the course of four weeks, as follows:

WEEK 1: Introduction to Telescopes

WEEK 2: How to Observe the Night Sky

WEEK 3: Astrophotography

WEEK 4: Ask an astronomer!

**All weeks will include telescope viewing and training (weather permitting)**

The course is held at Beverly-Begg Observatory and all you need to do is turn up at 7pm for class each Tuesday, we bring the rest!

There is a $35 fee per person for this course and places are limited. You can also get full society membership to the end of the 2021 season for a discounted additional $20.

This course is aimed at adults, teenagers, and families. If your school-aged child is very keen on astronomy, please also consider our Fun Science Space Club which runs at the observatory every Friday night during the school year from 7-9pm or a Family Membership to the observatory.

The dates for 2022 have yet to be decided.