Mountain Skies Astronomical Society
Exploring Beyond Our World
Est. 1989
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Welcome to the MSAS Astronomy Village
Our facility is open weather permitting each Saturday.
NOTE: We will be attending the volunteer recruiting fair
held in Crestline from 10am-2pm on April 20th.
Thus, we will be CLOSED (only on 4/20/24 for our
DAYTIME hours 10am-2pm - FREE Facility tour.)
Our evening program will be conducted as scheduled below.
EVENING Program: 7:30PM -10PM
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EVENING Program Admission per person
(tickets at the door are available)
$8.00 ea. child 15 yrs. & under, $12.00 ea. adult
Call <(909) 336-1699> to make your reservation.
Admission is 1st come first served, limited seating, on holidays.
Scheduled Evening Astronomy Program
Saturday, April 20th
Subject :
METEORITES, Alien Rocks
from Space
Learn about meteorite impact craters that are found around the world. Is a shooting star really a meteor? Want to hold a real alien in your hand? How are comets related to meteors? Did an asteroid really cause the extinction of the Dinosaur? We will answer these questions and much more.
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Scheduled Evening Astronomy Program
Saturday, April 27th
Subject :
SELECTING THE RIGHT
TELESCOPE FOR YOU!
Are you interested in purchasing a telescope or binoculars? If so this is the program to attend. We pragmatically explain the difference between the designs (types) of telescopes, their intended application, maintenance requirements and which one will be right for your desired viewing.
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Come shop at Star Gazer’s gift shop for out-of-this world science toys and used telescopes for sale!
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Future programs to be scheduled
BASIC ASTRONOMY
The ABC 's of Astronomy are explored in this program. We investigate our solar system, simple navigation, telescopes, and share the personal experience of Astronomy. Your entire family will enjoy this program!
ASTRONOMY ABC'S
Using virtually no math to understand the Universe, see it simply for its beauty! This program is an easy-to-understand primer for the investigation of the heavens.
THE PLANETS OF OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Are there really 9 planets? What do we know about the "wanderers" of the sky? Learn how to find them and how different they are from one another.
METEORITES, Alien Rocks from Space
Learn about meteorite impact craters that are found around the world. Is a shooting star really a meteor? Want to hold a real alien in your hand? How are comets related to meteors? Did an asteroid really cause the extinction of the Dinosaur? We will answer these questions and much more.
HOW TO USE A TELESCOPE
Are you interested in learning how to locate objects with a/your telescope or binoculars? This comprehensive program includes simple yet practical hands-on application of telescope function, cleaning, adjustments, accessories and navigation techniques. This program is a must for the first-time telescope.
PREMIER TELESCOPES USED IN ASTRONOMY
What do the most powerful telescopes around the world look like? See images of the Keck I Telescope of the Mauna Kea Observatories in Hawaii, the space-based Hubble Telescope, and the history of "El Radar", the Arecibo Observatory, a 1000' radio telescope constructed in a natural canyon surrounded by the rainforests of Puerto Rico.
CONSTELLATIONS, Star Patterns
Four separate programs implemented at appropriate season (Winter-Spring-Summer-Fall). Learning how to navigate the sky CAN be simple. Join this program and navigate the night sky with our tried-and-true methods. Using the latest technology of a "green laser" we specifically point out patterns and figures that you can see! Applications are designed for the beginning stargazer.
METEORS
Meteors shoot through the sky every night. You see them as what is referred to as a Shooting stars, “what are they? Where do they come from? Learn what causes the Perseid Meteor Showers!
SELECTING THE RIGHT TELESCOPE FOR YOU!
Are you interested in purchasing a telescope or binoculars? If so this is the program to attend. We pragmatically explain the difference between the designs (types) of telescopes, their intended application, maintenance requirements and which one will be right for your desired viewing.
QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION
Let’s chat about what you don’t understand, but would like to,
in the world of telescopes, binoculars and basic astronomy.
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Our Village
Our dedicated Board of Directors, and volunteer Village Staff are what make MSAS a success. We are a team of scientists, researchers, educational professionals and individuals from all walks of life. Each of us are dedicated to provide quality science education to grades K-12, seasonal Graduate Students, and the general public.
Our Telescope
The Robert Brownlee Observatory is a customized solar powered, University Model 22’ astronomical dome. Housed inside is our one of a kind computer controlled 17.2" diameter research grade telescope. Mounted on top of the primary telescope is a 5” refracting telescope designed for safe solar viewing.
Our Mission
Our goal is to bridge the gap between textbook knowledge and personal experience in the sciences. We offer opportunities for public access to the “tools of science” to meet our goal.
fun science Kits, games and collectables, plus much more…
Make A Discovery
Play a Game
Get Creative
and much, much more …
OUR PHONE NUMBER: (909) 336-1699
Our address: 27614 State HWY 18, 2001 Observatory Way, Lake Arrowhead, CA. 92352
Make a donation.
Mountain Skies Astronomical Society is a non-profit, 501(c)( 3), tax exempt Corporation. We receive no government funding. We meet our mission and maintain our facilities through the kindness and generosity of our supporters.