This telescope provides stunning real-time views of sunspots, flares and explosive solar prominences that are quite unique. There are many good reasons to join an astronomy club. Most people join to learn more about astronomy, telescopes and the space program. A newsletter keeps members up to date on club events and the latest news in astronomy and the space program. Members receive discounts on magazines, books, videos, telescopes and accessories through the club.
Members take field trips to places and events of astronomical interest.
The club also operates an observing certificate program to recognize observing achievements. But these are perhaps the best two reasons to join. The other reason is to get to do more observing. With the unpredictable nature of our weather, a cadre of active observers ensures that there will be someone observing at the observatory or some other location on most clear nights. This simply means you will get to observe much more often, which means you'll learn much more quickly and have more fun observing too.