Intermediate Telescope Workshop at Ryan Observatory

  • October 5, 2024 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

  • Ryan Observatory at Muddy Run

    172 Bethesda Church Road West
    Holtwood, Pennsylvania 17532
Ticket Price Free This event is now over
Description

Overview

Our intermediate level telescope workshop is designed for those who have already taken our beginner class and/or are comfortable with the basics of assembly and operation with their scope. We'll help you start to find points of interest in the night sky, read star maps, and learn how computerized telescope systems work.

 

To participate, you will need to bring your own telescope. You're welcome to bring friends/family and share your scope with them!

 

This session is focused on visual observing with an eyepiece; please reach out to us or watch for other events for topics on cameras/astrophotography.

 

This is a clear-skies only event. If it is too cloudy, we will send a cancellation notice via email.

 

What you should already know before registering

  • Parts and how to set up your telescope
  • Eyepieces, magnification
  • Adjusting and achieving focus
  • Aligning your finder sight
  • Moving your scope across the sky (it's okay if you haven't found much yet!)

 

What you can expect from this workshop

  • Seasonal night sky targets worksheet
  • Very brief equipment check
  • Overview of the night sky
  • Go-To Electronic Mounts - alignment and use
  • What you can expect to see - types of celestial objects
  • Working with star maps
  • Star hopping
  • (Laser Guided) Practice observing the night sky
  • (Self Directed) Practice observing the night sky  

 

Pricing

Pay what you want! At the end of the workshop, you will have the opportunity to make a donation in whatever amount you feel comfortable with.

 

Rittenhouse Astronomical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your tax-deductible donation supports our mission to provide astronomical science education and programming.

 

Contacts and Info

For more information about the observatory and upcoming events, visit our website: www.ryanobservatory.com/

Date & Time

Sat, Oct 5, 2024 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Venue Details

Ryan Observatory at Muddy Run

172 Bethesda Church Road West
Holtwood, Pennsylvania 17532 Ryan Observatory at Muddy Run
Rittenhouse Astronomical Society

Founded in 1888, the Rittenhouse Astronomical Society is one of the oldest astronomical groups in the United States. 

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides astronomical science education and programming.

Learn more at: https://www.rittenhouseastronomicalsociety.org/