Our star parties are free and open to the public.   Our observatory will be open and CAA members will bring their own telescopes for you to look through.

Cancellations may be made in the case of severe weather.

Attending one of our Star Parties

If you have a pair of binoculars or a telescope, bring it along. If you need help with your telescope, arrive an hour before the event, and we’ll be glad to help.

For your comfort, dress for the weather, wear shoes that can handle dewy grass & note that the temperature may drop as the night comes on.

If you need to bring a flashlight, bring one that shines red light if possible or point the light beam at the ground just ahead of you, not towards the telescopes or peoples’ faces. Bright white light can ruin dark-adapted vision and our view of a beautiful night!

Please park your vehicles so that the headlights face away from the telescopes lined up along the north side of the parking lot (on the right as you drive in). Be careful when walking around the star party area; avoid stumbling for your own safety and to prevent damage to telescopes!

Bring a folding chair or recliner to add comfort to your star-gazing.