http://www.astromart.com/calendar/Astromart Event Calendaren-ushttp://www.astromart.com/images/logo_trans.gifhttp://www.astromart.comhttp://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=163A magical site of majestic beauty, Craters of the Moon offers extremely dark skies. On top of wonderful conditions and surroundings, daytime activities available include ice caving and hiking. Visit where what is now the Yellowstone 'hot spot' used to be. Craters offers enough amenities to be comfortable, yet small enough crowds as not infringe upon this remote setting.Mark RieckAstronomical Events2008-06-27T00:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=1622008 Heart of America Star Party sponsored by the Astronomical Society of Kansas CityRichard TurnerStar Party2008-06-26T12:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=161Texas Star PartySteven CottonStar Party2008-06-01T10:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=158@ @ @ Bootleg Astronomers Second Annual Star Party 12:00 pm june 6 thru june 8 At Green River Conservation area Il. Price - $ 25.00 this includes our great prize give away ! Water and toilets on site. Tent & RV camping. Free coffee,tea, & hot chocolate both nights. Speakers. "Bootleg Astronomy" pillaging the Universe one Star at a time" Electricity for recharging batteries { note this is a wilderness area ! } Hotels are available in nearby Princeton off I-80. @ @ @ Paul JhonaStar Party2008-06-06T00:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=157The North York Astronomical Association invites you to attend its annual astronomy convention. Starfest is Canada's largest annual observing convention and star party. It attracts over nine hundred astronomy enthusiasts from Ontario, and neighboring provinces and states. It has been ranked among the top star parties in North America, and among the top ten star parties in the world. Starfest offers a wide variety of observing-oriented activities that address the needs and interests of experienced observers and astrophotographers, as well as those of people new to the hobby. Activities include observing sessions, formal and informal slide presentations, workshops, commercial exhibits, and a children's program. You are invited to bring your telescope, astronomical images, and share your observing experiences with others.Malcolm ParkStar Party2008-08-07T00:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=156The Cherry Springs Star Party or CSSP will be held at Cherry Springs State Park near Coudersport, PA. Cherry Springs State Park is well known for nice dark skies and we hope you'll enjoy them with us at the Cherry Springs Star Party! Our 2007 Star Party was a success and featured talented speakers and good opportunities for observing. The Registration Desk will open at approximately 12 PM on Thursday and will be open at various times throughout the weekend. We hope to see YOU at the Star Party! We hope to have May's Munchables, absolutely the best food service provider for a Star Party, providing food 24/7 for the Star Party attendees.Weiman KissingerStar Party2008-05-29T12:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=155The Western Colorado Astronomy Club will host its annual star party from June 6-8, 2008, at a new site on the Colorado National Monument, just 15 minutes from the city of Grand Junction. There will be two observing areas, a traditional campground for attendees who want to set up a permanent site, and a large, paved parking lot nearby for those who prefer less formal, or temporary set ups. Both are at an elevation of 5800 feet (1770 m) and feature dark, transparent skies with a visual limiting magnitude typically better than 6. The sites are accessible by most vehicles including large motor homes, and in addition to the excellent observing conditions, we will also sponsor a pot luck supper on Saturday and a door prize raffle. The suggested donation is only $20 per person. For more information and a registration form, please see our web site. MAP: http://tinyurl.com/265of3James McSheehyStar Party2008-06-06T00:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=1544 DAY Optical & Radio Astronomy Star Party. Scheduled Presentations by nationally known speakers in climate controlled lecture hall. Speakers include Scott Lever from JPL, Mars Exploration Rover Project. Camping with hot showers and a bunkhouse. DARK sky observing site. Vendors on site. All in the shadow of the world's largest fully steerable radio telescope at Green Bank National Radio Observatory, Green Bank, WV.Jim KingStar Party2008-07-02T00:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=153The Delmarva Stargazers' are pleased to host our 14th annual Star Gaze Star Party. The registration fee includes camping fee for the observing area. ALL NIGHT STARGAZER COFFEE, as always, will be free. Bottled water, sodas and hot dogs will be available at minimal cost. Campers will be permitted to park and set up by their scopes, but there are no hookups or electricity in the observation area. Porta potties are on site with full rest rooms and bathing facilities a short drive away. Jerry TruittStar Party2008-04-02T12:00:00-08:00http://www.astromart.com/calendar/list.asp?calendar_event_id=152Prairie Skies Star Party 2008 will be held at beautiful Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See 4-H camp, adjacent to Kankakee State Park, near Bourbonnais Illinois. We place a special emphasis on amateur telescope making, by recognizing outstanding achievement through our ATM Telescope and Accessory Awards. In addition to all night observing; Prairie Skies features an imaging contest, door prizes, a swap market, vendors, catered meals, and a guest speaker or two. There are several additional activities to attend or participate in. Visit the Prairie Dog Stand and enjoy a tasty prairie dog; and don’t miss out on the famous Midnight Chili! As always; complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be available in the Dining Hall all day and night throughout the event. Our popular Almost All Night Movie Festival will feature sci-fi movies in the Dining Hall. Join us as Prairie Skies Star Party "continues the tradition" at Camp Shaw. The pre-registration deadline is 8-23-08 (prices higher after deadline). Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See provides a semi secluded location, well protected from the glare of off-site lighting. The 6 acre main observing field is large and grass covered, making it ideal for observing and camping. Rustic barrack style cabins are available for non-campers. The large Dining Hall serves as a gathering place for many of the scheduled activities. Enjoy walking through the woods on shady hiking trails; one of which, follows Rock Creek as it traverses the camp property through a small canyon. Nearby Kankakee River State Park has an extensive bike trail system, and offers many other recreational opportunities. John WeberStar Party2008-09-25T00:00:00-08:00