Star Parties
 A star party is a gathering of amateur
astronomers for the purpose of observing the sky. Observing sessions
are typically held at a dark sky site location, away
from light pollution. Participants bring
a variety of telescopes and binoculars and spend the evening
observing planets, stars, deep sky, and other astronomical objects together. Astrophotography and CCD imaging are also
very popular.
Daytime Observing
TAAA also offers solar viewing
for daytime star parties. We can
accommodate safe observing of our Sun through telescopes fitted with
special filters that highlight prominences and sunspots to offer a
fascinating view of our own star.
TAAA
Members also
organize the annual Grand Canyon Star Party, a public event that lasts
over a week and introduces hundreds of Canyon visitors to astronomy on
both the North and South Rims.
See Grand Canyon Star Party for
details.
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