We have over 500 members with the same interest, astronomy. There are members of all type - grandchildren to professional astronomers. Hundreds of small and medium telescopes and many large telescopes. We have several agreements with park authorities that allow us to observe on their property. Members often post their intentions on the list server prior to heading out, so you don't have to observe in the dark, alone.
Members travel to very dark sites on the East Coast and star parties all over.
We hold monthly meetings . There is opening remarks and announcements, a sky tour and a guest speaker or special program. All day and all night. Lots of scopes, lots of people and lots of fun. A great public out reach program.