Ways to observe with CAS

CAS engages with the night sky in a few distinct ways, some open to anyone and some reserved for members. This page explains the difference — for exact dates, the official calendar is always the source to check.

The outreach telescope domes at Mt Stromlo Observatory under a blue sky.
The Outreach Telescope Domes, Mt Stromlo Observatory — Tim Vines, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Activities

Open to the public

Public stargazing

Outreach nights where CAS members share telescopes and knowledge with the Canberra community.

Check the outreach page for upcoming dates

Official details

Open to prospective visitors

Monthly meetings

Regular meetings associated with Mt Stromlo, mixing skills sessions, astronomy presentations and conversation.

Check the calendar for the next meeting

Official details

CAS members

Members' dark-sky nights

Dedicated observing sessions away from city lights, available once you've joined the Society.

Member activity — see About & Join

Official details

Schools and community groups

School and community outreach

CAS visits schools and community groups to share astronomy with a wider audience.

Contact CAS to enquire

Official details

Choose your next step

New to CAS?

Start with a low-pressure first step and see what to expect before you come along.

Start here

Ready to join?

See membership benefits and the official joining process.

About & Join

School or community group?

CAS's outreach reaches schools and community groups — get in touch to enquire.

Contact CAS

Before you go

Check conditions and confirm details

Astronomy activities depend on weather and can change at short notice. Check current official information rather than relying on this page alone.

Official calendar · Outreach page

Check the official CAS calendar