Bring Your Own Telescope - Archived

  • Sat, Jan 15, 2022 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Robert Ferguson Observatory

    2605 Adobe Canyon Road
    Kenwood, California 95442
Ticket Price $10.00-$50.00 This event is now over
Description

Do you have a telescope at home that you just don’t use because you’re not sure how it works? Or, are you looking to purchase or upgrade a telescope but don’t know where to start? Then this class is for you! We will start with educating you on how telescopes work, the pros and cons of different telescopes, items to consider when purchasing, or upgrading a scope, and the basics of telescope operations. You’ll also receive one-on-one time with some of our knowledgeable docents who will assist you in operating your scope and can also show you what they can see through their own personal telescopes. Bringing a telescope is not required, but if you plan to do so, please email Stephanie at sd@rfo.org to inform her what type of scope you are bringing prior to the event so we can be best prepared to help you.  

 

You MUST have a ticket to attend this event; tickets will not be sold at the door.

 

Please note that the Robert Ferguson Observatory will require proof of Covid vaccination or a negative Covid test (completed within 48 hours) for this event. Masks will still be required indoors or in areas where social distancing is not possible. This policy does not apply to children that are too young to be vaccinated. Proof can be in the form of a vaccination card or a picture of one. Please be advised that there is no cell service up at Sugarloaf so please make sure you don’t need to get online to an app or website in order to show proof. Thank you in advance for abiding to these policies and keeping our volunteers and visitors safe!

 

Cost is $25 per adult, $20 for seniors 62+ and $20 for students. $50 for families from the same household. A $10 per vehicle State Park parking fee is also required. If coming with a family, please email sd@rfo.org and indicate how many adults and how many children are in your party. 

 

RFO is operated by the Valley of the Moon Observatory Association, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization, and all of the proceeds will go towards maintaining this beloved Sonoma county institution.

Date & Time

Sat, Jan 15, 2022 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue Details

Robert Ferguson Observatory

2605 Adobe Canyon Road
Kenwood, California 95442 Robert Ferguson Observatory
Robert Ferguson Observatory

The Valley of the Moon Observatory Association (VMOA) is volunteer amateur and professional astronomers plus a small supporting staff organized as a nonprofit association to provide educational programs about science and astronomy for students, the public, and in support of educators.

The VMOA is responsible for the construction, maintenance and utilization of the Robert Ferguson Observatory and functions as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under the auspices of the California State Parks System, and in cooperation with our local state parks.


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