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Mountain Skies Astronomical Society (MSAS) is a 501(c)(3) California Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation. Through membership support, our organization develops and maintains the MSAS Astronomy Village facility, acquires science resources for our lender library, provides educational programs for students in grades K-12 and the general public, and supports graduate level research for 5 universities.
We are funded by the generosity of our patrons and the commitment of our members. We receive no government funding. We meet our mission and maintain our facilities through the kindness and generosity of our supporters.
Unlike a "local club", Mountain Skies Astronomical Society promotes education in astronomy and related sciences by providing resources and educational programs for its members and the general public. Special emphasis is placed on the educational "tools" of science to promote scientific interest and understanding.
Our unique lender library provides members with books, telescopes, CD's and many other tools. Books range from easy-to-read children’s material to complex astrophysical theory.
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Our Purpose
Educate the public in astronomy and space exploration
Assist anyone interested in learning astronomy
Enhance others capabilities in the field of astronomy and the sciences
Promote astronomy and space exploration careers
Provide facilities for the study and research in astronomy and space exploration
Communicate news about future plans in space
Develop the skills required for the next century of exploration
Convey the excitement of modern technology in astronomy
Learn about the wonders of the Universe
Share information and new discoveries with schools and civic groups
Discover the new mysteries of our Universe
Explain research results in astronomy and space travel
Explore .......... the unknown!
What has Membership Support Accomplished?
Through your membership MSAS has accomplished many goals in support of our mission. Here are a few of our accomplishments:
Presented hundreds of slide shows and lectures to different organizations and schools.
Opened a learning facility called the MSAS Astronomy Village.
Distributed newsletters, teacher resource information, sky maps, current astral news, and color classroom science updates.
Donated science equipment to local school districts.
Assembled a portable educational planetarium dome.
Created a 24 hour Stargazer's Sky Report: Call (909) 336-1699.
Assisted other organizations in expanding their astronomy programs.
Participated in astronomical conventions.
Conducted monthly workshops.
Constructed a scaled version of Apollo 11 and Solar Beam demo.
Opened Star Gazer's Gift Shop offering lots of science adventure items.
Your generous support allows us to reach our lofty goals and fulfill our purpose. Thank you.