Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced astro-imager — whether you're using a CCD, DSLR, point-and-shoot or film camera — this group can help you achieve better images with less effort and frustrations.
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Join us at noon on the first Fridays of every month for good conversation and good food! All members are welcome!
Signing up for Downtowners is no longer by RSVP. Watch for the announcement that goes out to all members about one week before the date. It will include a link to the registration form. We are limited to 20 attendees so be sure to register right away if you want to attend. Check your spam folder if you don't see a message from us in your personal email.
If you need help with a telescope project, need to clean or align your optics, or just want to talk about telescopes, come to the workshop. Activities include telescope building from scratch or a kit, telescope setup, cleaning, aligning, adjustment, and help using your telescope.
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Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced astro-imager — whether you're using a CMOS, DSLR, point-and-shoot or smartphone — this Astro Imaging group can help you achieve better images with less effort and frustrations.
The telescope library is an amazing resource for RCA members. To find out more information about the library click right here!
New members are welcome to meet at 6:30 PM before the General Meeting for an orientation and introduction to Rose City Astronomers.
If you have questions about the club or things you'd like to discuss with other newer members, bring those with you!
The Women's Astronomy Special Interest Group focuses on Community, Learning & Mentorship with Monthly Meetings and Events.
An email blast with meeting/event information will be sent out to members.
For members interested in learning more about radio astronomy.
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You'll be asked to login to your RCA member account if you are not already logged in.
This will be a trial star party. Check out the member only page for information and registration.
Summer Solstice Celebration
OMSI, Rose City Astronomers, and Oregon Parks and Recreation invite you to our free public OMSI Star Parties. The Star Parties provide a great opportunity to meet other people that share your interest in astronomy, and to view the planets, moon, stars, and other celestial sights through telescopes and binoculars of all sizes. From beginners to experts, all ages are invited. The scheduled viewings will be held at both Rooster Rock State Park and Stub Stewart State Park on the same night! Parking is $5/vehicle for guests. We recommend visiting OMSI's website on the day of the party for possible weather-related cancellations. Warm clothing and a flashlight with red light are recommended. Personal telescopes and binoculars are welcome. Location Information: Rooster Rock State Park, take I-84 east of the Sandy River at exit 25. The park is located 22 miles east of Portland. L.L. "Stub" Stewart State Park, take US-26 west of Portland and turn right on OR-47. The park is located 23 miles west of Portland.
Summer Night Sky
Perseid Meteor Shower Watch
OMSI, Rose City Astronomers, and Oregon Parks and Recreation invite you to our free public OMSI Star Parties. The Star Parties provide a great opportunity to meet other people that share your interest in astronomy, and to view the planets, moon, stars, and other celestial sights through telescopes and binoculars of all sizes. From beginners to experts, all ages are invited. The scheduled viewing will be held at Rooster Rock State Park. Parking is $5/vehicle for guests. We recommend visiting OMSI's website on the day of the party for possible weather-related cancellations. Warm clothing and a flashlight with red light are recommended. Personal telescopes and binoculars are welcome. Location Information: Rooster Rock State Park, take I-84 east of the Sandy River at exit 25. The park is located 22 miles east of Portland.
Autumnal Equinox Celebration