Hamilton RASC Lending Library
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Exclusive to members, our collection of telescopes, accessories, and books lets you try before you invest. Borrow for up to 60 days and find the perfect fit for your stargazing needs. Not a member yet? Join us today!
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Experience the magic of the cosmos by joining RASC Hamilton, part of Canada’s leading astronomy organization. Whether you’re an experienced astronomer or just beginning to explore the night sky, our club offers something for everyone in the Hamilton and Halton Region.
🌌 Exclusive Access to Our Observatory For the best star gazing in Hamilton, look no further than our club’s dedicated observatory. It’s one of the few in Canada where members can access advanced telescopes and equipment to observe the stars, planets, and deep-sky objects up close.
🌟 Find Dark Areas for Stargazing Did you know the Hamilton area has some good dark areas for stargazing nearby? Our observatory is far enough from most of the light pollution in the area, but close enough to access easily, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the night sky.
✨ Engaging Monthly Meetings and Events Curious about what’s happening in astronomy? Join us for our monthly meetings , where we explore topics like telescope techniques, stargazing tips, and the latest in space exploration. Meet like-minded enthusiasts and discover new ways to enjoy the night sky.
🌠 A Calendar Full of Activities From astrophotography workshops to meteor shower watch parties, there’s always something exciting happening. Check out our event calendar to see what’s next and plan your next adventure under the stars.
Ready to explore the universe? Join the RASC Hamilton chapter today and become part of a passionate community dedicated to sharing the wonders of the cosmos.
May Club Meeting – Thursday May 7th at 8 pm
Speaker….Paul Mortfield Topic…40 years of astrophotography Paul Mortfield is an astronomer and computer scientist who has returned to Canada after nearly 20 years in California. While there, he was involved…
Westfield Pioneer Village Star Party – Friday April 24th
Westfield and the Hamilton Centre are going to have another event on the evening of Friday April 24. We would like everyone with a telescope or binoculars to come out…
April Club Meeting – Thursday April 2nd at 8 pm
Chris Talpas, who is the librarian at RASC Hamilton Centre will give a talk on: The Impact Threat from Near Earth Objects Chris Talpas will be presenting the talk in…
March Club Meeting – Thursday March 5th at 8 pm
Rachel Ward, who is in the final year of her PhD studies in astrophysics at McMaster University will give a talk on: A Star is Born: Uncovering the True Nature…
February Club Meeting – Thursday February 5th at 8 pm
The originally scheduled speaker Paul Mortfield had a last minute conflict and is replaced with the Hamilton Centre President Gary Colwell who will be giving a presentation on Cosmology. Gary…
January Club Meeting – Thursday January 8th at 8pm
Stop the Presses!….we have a wonderful change in speakers for tomorrow night’s Monthly meeting. Dr. Paul Delaney, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at York University has graciously accepted our invitation…
Monthly General Meeting Thursday December 4, 2014 – 8:00 pm Royal Canadian Legion Waterdown ON
Guest Speaker Mr. Chris Vaughan! A brief bio… Mineral Exploration and Near Earth Geophysicist and Amateur Astronomer. Two time Past President of KEGS (The Canadian Exploration Geophysical Society), and member…
Monthly Club Meeting, Thurs Nov 6 at 8pm
A reminder of our meeting this Thursday November 6, 2014 @ 8:00 pm at the Legion in Waterdown…. Chris Talpas will be offering a talk on “A history of the…
Annual General Meeting – Thurs Oct 2
Hello everyone, Don’t forget to come out this Thursday for our general meeting and election of the new board! If you would like to become a member of the board,it…
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