Hamilton RASC Lending Library
Discover the Hamilton RASC Lending Library!
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.
The January Orbit is out!
The latest issue of our monthly newsletter, “Orbit”, is ready! In this month’s issue, find out about some of the activities that have taken place in the last month, and…
A Newbie takes their first Saturn photos
by Jeff Booth It’s not true, you know. The planets aren’t necessarily “out there” … millions of kilometres away. Beyond your reach. They can be as close as … well,…
Bass-ackwards Tips to Better Astrophotography
By Gary Colwell Does astrophotography scare the livin’ daylights out of you?…Confused over things like/…T-Point”….plate solve?.. dynamic range?????…..well.. For me…T pointing is going to the grocery store and pointing at…
Astrophotography with a Camera and Tripod
Before you go out and spend a small fortune on telescopes, mounts, guiders, cameras, software and computers…consider the simple method of a simple camera and tripod. In the next few…
Jan 7 Monthly Meeting – Hands On “Mad Science” Night – Cosmic Ray Detector
Join us on Thursday Jan. 7 @ 8:00 PM for “Mad Science” Night We have a special treat – we’re going to do some science and everyone gets to take…
December Meeting Recap
The December meeting of the Hamilton Chapter of the RASC was a great way to see everybody before the Christmas holidays. During the meeting, it was suggested that if anybody…
The December Orbit is out!
The latest issue of our monthly newsletter, “Orbit”, is ready! In this month’s issue, find out about some of the activities that have taken place in the last month, and…
Advice for Beginners – Purchasing Equipment
The Calgary Centre of the RASC has produced 3 great articles about the purchasing equipment for the purpose of looking at the stars. These tips are great for the beginner…
December Club Meeting – Thursday Dec 3 8pm: The Universe in 3D
Special Guest Speaker – Cathy McWatters You wanted fun? Don’t miss this! This will be a visual trip with your senses with an anaglyph presentation of the universe. 3D Glasses will…
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Have a question? Interested in a particular topic? We discuss everything from current events to astrophotography to club news. Get in on the discussion on our Forum ! Visitors are welcome!
