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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.
Synopsis of the October AGM
For those of you who were unlucky enough to miss this month’s meeting (like me!), Ed Mizzi has once again provided us with a great summary on the activities of…
Annual General Meeting – Thursday Oct. 6
Happy Fall everyone! Join us this coming Thursday, Oct. 6 @ 8:00 for our Annual General Meeting. Special Presentation by Bert Rhebergen – “The original Go-To Computer”Many of you…
September’s Meeting – or How I Spent My Summer!
After a couple of months hiatus where we had an amazing summer for observing, it was time for everybody to congregate again and share their summer stories. President Gary Bennett…
The September Orbit has arrived!
Well folks, it is September, and with September comes cooler (!) evenings and crisp air. It also means the return of our monthly newsletter, Orbit! It has been a remarkably…
June Orbit Ready for Reading!
The latest edition of our newsletter, Orbit, is now available for public download. As always, we post it first on our Forum a few days early to give members the…
June 2 Meeting Gravitational Waves: What’s the Big Deal?
This is our last meeting before we break for Summer. You won’t want to miss our special Guest Speaker, Cliff Burgess, who will talk about Gravitational Waves – a recently…
Hamilton RASC Wows the RBG Luna Event
Land of Luna at the RBG By Ed Mizzi On Saturday, May 14, several club members volunteered to be part of the “Land of Luna – A grand opening…
A Review of the May Meeting
May 2016 Meeting By Ed Mizzi The May meeting was another “Blockbuster” event, with several special announcements and two, yes, TWO guest speakers! Gary Bennett welcomed everyone, presented a breakdown…
Transit of Mercury “Outreach” by Ed Mizzi
The Transit of Mercury Outreach Event By Ed Mizzi Edited by Jeff Booth If you witnessed the transit of Mercury on May 9 you know how amazing it was. But…
Time to Read May’s Orbit!
The latest edition of our newsletter, Orbit, is now available for public download. As always, we post it first on our Forum a few days early to give members the…
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