We currently have over 100 members that regularly meet to observe the splendors of our dark, dry, Colorado skies. In addition to monthly observing sessions, we ho ld monthly membership meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The meetings are held at 7 p.m. and usually consist of a short business meeting and a program presented by a member or guest speaker. Our membership is diverse in age, education, occupation, astronomical experience and expertise.
Some members have formal training in astronomy, but the majority are non-technical hobbyists.
Star parties are our most frequent activity where we meet at a dark sky site and observe the night sky. Typically, we schedule one official monthly star party and club meeting. However, many members get together on short notice for impromptu observing sessions throughout the month. Members are contacted for a last-minute impromptu through our listserver. CSAS hosts public star parties, often in conjunction with nature education programs of the El Paso County Recreation Department.