Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for a live and in-person event as we take you on a telescopic tour of our solar system, our Milky Way galaxy, and the universe! WHEN: Dusk until?
Join Us RAIN or SHINE!
BAA members will be near the Apple Store to answer questions about the upcoming eclipse. We will also have eclipse glasses for $2/pair.
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Eclipse Envoy Training for 3/16/2024 is Full (no spaces left)
Eclipse Envoy Training is available to EVERYONE that would like to possibly assist any local business or venue with leading the science and safety aspects during the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. The training requires a MINIMUM of 5 attendees. If the minimum is NOT met by the prior Friday at 9:00 AM, the class will be cancelled and attendees will be notified to choose another time slot.
SIGN UP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAFAD28AAF4C16-46394136-eclipse
Note: You must create a SignUpGenius account (free) to sign up for a training session.
The training is FREE and eclipse glasses can be purchased for a $2.00 donation to the Buffalo Astronomical Association.
Clear Skies!!
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Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for viewing of the Partial Solar Eclipse. We will also have livestream feeds from BAA members who will be on the Path of Annularity. Activities will include Solar Observing (weather permitting), Children’s Activities, presentations, and we will have information to help you prepare for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024.
We will have Solar Eclipse Glasses available for a $2.00 donation (while supplies last).
We will have the observatory open rain or shine.
We hope to see everyone under clear skies!
Also occurring on 10/14 at Beaver Meadow:
The Beaver Meadow Trick-or-Treat Hike
Note: If you want to participate in the hike, you will need to register at: http://www.buffaloaudubon.org
Tickets for the Hike are $15
Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for an all day Astronomy themed event. Activities will include Solar Observing (weather permitting), Children’s Activities, presentations, and we will have information to help you prepare for the upcoming Solar Eclipses (Partial Solar October 14, 2023 & Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024). We will have Solar Eclipse Glasses available for a $2.00 donation (while supplies last).
We will have the observatory open rain or shine.
We hope to see everyone under clear skies!
NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL INTERNATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY EVENT
Activities:
Kids activities – 10am- 4:00pm
- Eclipse simulator
- Big Dipper Star Clock
- Astronomy Buttons
Lectures– by Tim Collins and Terry Farrell co-hosts of 7th Magnitude Podcast
- 10:00 am Anatomy of a Solar Eclipse
- 11:30 pm Upcoming Solar Eclipses for Western New York
- 1:00 pm The Great American Eclipse of 1925: The Story of Buffalo and Niagara Falls
- 2:30 pm Official Eclipse Ambassador Training
Note: If you really want to be prepared for the Eclipses of the Sun we will have Solar Eclipse glasses available for a donation of $2 each
Telescope Clinic – 10am to 4pm – Got Telescope Problems? We have answers – If you have a telescope that you would like help setting up and using, we are here to guide you
Solar viewing – if clear 10am to 4pm – Will be viewing Sunspots on the Sun and views in Hydrogen Alpha where you can see the prominences, filaments, and with any luck a possible solar flare.
If REALLY clear we will also be viewing other stars during the daytime.
Join local astronomer Steve Smith and fellow members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association as they spend summer evenings observing celestial sights with their telescopes.
Have a Telescope of your own? Bring it with you and they will help you learn how to use it.
Activities are weather dependent and it does get cool by the lake, so bring a sweater.
Telescope viewing begins at dusk.
For more information:
(716) 870-3115
Facebook: Wilson Starsearch
Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for a live and in-person event as we take you on a telescopic tour of our solar system, our Milky Way galaxy, and the universe! Dusk until?
In addition to our normal Public Night Activities, we will have information to help you prepare for the upcoming Solar Eclipses (Partial Solar October 14, 2023 & Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024). We will have Solar Eclipse Glasses available for a $2.00 donation (while supplies last).
We will have the observatory open rain or shine.
We hope to see everyone under clear skies!
Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for a live and in-person event as we take you on a telescopic tour of our solar system, our Milky Way galaxy, and the universe! Dusk until?
We will have the observatory open rain or shine.
We hope to see everyone under clear skies!
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 6th 2023 from 5 to 10 pm:
Join the Buffalo Audubon Society and the Buffalo Astronomical Association for an evening of Astronomy themed fun! Sign up for an Amazing Race style scavenger hunt, or just come to enjoy Solar Viewing, Yard Games, and Refreshments! The evening will end with a Star Gazing presentation with the Buffalo Astronomical Association.
Refreshments provided by Windy Brew Custom Brew Center (Cash Bar)
Scavenger Hunt: Single – $25 / Team of up to 4 – $75 (Includes Evening Event)
Search for the Stars Evening Event: BAS Members: Free / General Admission: $10
Children under 3 are free.
More information here: Buffalo Audubon Website
To Register for Search for the Stars/Scavenger Hunt click here: Search for the Stars Registration
Join members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association for a live and in-person event as we take you on a telescopic tour of our solar system, our Milky Way galaxy, and the universe!. Dusk until?
We will have the observatory open rain or shine.
We hope to see everyone under clear skies!!