The Sunshine Coast Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) presents the Explore the Universe Challenge online on Zoom Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. Sunshine Coast member Charles Ennis will introduce the program and teach viewers how to find the objects in the autumn viewing portion of the program. Later this year, he will come back on Zoom to teach the winter segment.
The RASC Explore the Universe program is aimed at the novice visual astronomer. Those who complete the program may apply for a certificate and pin. It is open to all, RASC members and non-members alike.
This program will:
• Stimulate an interest in observational astronomy.
• Introduce good observing practices and techniques.
• Provide an introduction to all aspects of visual astronomy including stars and constellations, lunar, solar system, deep sky, double stars, and some optional activities, including variable stars.
One of the special features of the program is that it can be completed entirely using binoculars and the unaided eye.
For more information and a link to the Zoom meeting, visit coastastronomy.ca.
