Check out the mail tribue article.
Astronomy club welcomes enthusiasts of all types. Mail Tribune Article.
We offer the Rogue Valley community many types of fun events: monthly gatherings, star parties, telescope building, and more! We welcome newcomers and visitors to our meetings and star parties. All our meetings and programs are free of charge. Please check the Calendar for details on upcoming events:
April Club Meeting
Wednesday April 19th, 2025
North Medford High School Planetarium
7:00 - 8:30 PM
Free - Open to the public
Spring COnstelations
Club President Megan Laurenti is welcoming spring with a constellation show using the star dome. If you have not had a chance to see the planetarium in action this is the perfect opportunity.
Space exploration has long been the domain of daring astronauts and sophisticated spacecraft. However, in recent years, a new breed of explorers has emerged, one that transcends human limitations to venture boldly into the unknown — robots. Colin White explores the use of robotics in space.
Please note - due to the gym roof collapse the ally next to the gym is closed during demolition and construction. Follow N Keene Way past the front of the school to the far side and come around using the back route.
Robert Reeves book flyer
In December 2021 we had a guest speaker Dr George Sowers. In his presentation on resources of the inner solar system we had a glimpse of how the asteroid belt and moon could be used to provide a wealth of materials for future space programs.
Check out the great presentation on hope for space development below.
The Observers notebook is a podcast about amateur astronomy.
Here they highlight the Astronomical League Programs (which our club is a member program).
Another great episode looks at the visual discovery of a comet.
https://soundcloud.com/observersnotebook/the-observers-notebook-comet-2018-v1-with-don-machholz
Check it out!
