This workshop has reached capacity.
We will keep a waitlist in case there are cancellations.
Would you like to:
- Explore the Universe with Western Canada’s biggest telescope that the public can look through?
- Learn about the objects you can see as an amateur astronomer?
- Discover how you too can use the RASC’s telescopes at the Black Nugget Lake Observatory?
If the answer is yes, then join us at the Black Nugget Lake Observatory for a unique event!
Astronomy Workshop at BNLO
March 1, 2025
4:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Good to Know
- This workshop is for people that would like to learn about the Black Nugget Lake Observatory and see what it’s like to view the night sky at a dark site with world-class equipment.
- You don’t have to be an RASC member to attend this event.
- Participants must be at least 18 years old.
- This event will occur with clear or cloudy skies. There is much to do and learn even if the skies are cloudy.
- A complimentary pizza dinner will be supplied!
- If skies are clear, in the evening you’ll be treated to rare views through BNLO’s unique, world-class 32 inch diameter telescope.
Topics and Schedule
March 1, 2025
3:30-4:00 pm North Gate open for participants. Please don’t be late!
4:00-4:30 pm Welcome Reception in Visitor Centre
4:30-5:00 pm Introductory remarks and screening of documentary
Opening a New Window to the Stars: Black Nugget Lake Observatory
5:00-5:30 pm Introduction to and accessing RASC Edmonton Centre’s telescopes
5:30-6:00 pm What you can see in a telescope: understanding the deep sky
6:00-6:30 pm Pizza dinner supplied
6:30-7:30 pm Demonstrations and hands on with RASC telescopes
7:30-10:30 pm Weather permitting: participants can view deep sky objects through BNLO’s 18” and 32” diameter telescopes. A selection of RASC loaner telescopes will also be available for use.
How to Register
Send a message with your name, age, and email address to bnlo@edmontonrasc.com. We will contact you by email to confirm your registration.
This workshop has reached capacity.
We will keep a waitlist in case there are cancellations.
Registration is limited to a maximum of 12 participants, so register now to secure your spot!
Important!
- This is a FREE event hosted by RASC volunteers.
- A minimum of 6 participants are needed for the workshop to proceed.
- If you register for this event, please do so with a serious commitment to attending. Blowing off this event and not showing up without notice is not good for anyone.