Bluewater Astronomical Society

Exploring the Universe of Galaxies with BAS Member Julian Delf

News, ScienceMay 12, 202636Views 0Likes 0Comments

Click here Slide Show Presentation PDF Members and guests attending the Bluewater Astronomical Society meeting on May 8 at the Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre (BOEC) enjoyed an outstanding educational presentation by BAS member Julian Delf titled Galaxy Classification. Julian guided attendees through the fascinating history and science behind how astronomers classify galaxies, beginning with early…

Clouds Couldn’t Stop a Great Night at BAS

News, ScienceMay 10, 2026139Views 0Likes 0Comments

Click Here - Slide Show Presentation - PDF The Bluewater Astronomical Society recently hosted a Members Meeting and Public Viewing Night at the FOX Observatory, welcoming both members and several first-time guests for an evening focused on astronomy education, community, and exploration. While cloudy skies prevented telescope observing, the evening still proved to be a success.…

BAS Members Marty Anderson and Keith Mombourquette to Speak at Starfest 2026

NewsMay 7, 2026181Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you are planning to attend Starfest 2026 this summer, be sure to check out fellow Bluewater Astronomical Society members Marty Anderson and Keith Mombourquette as they share their journey operating remote telescopes at Starfront Observatories. Their presentation will provide a practical and honest look at what it takes to successfully build, deploy, and remotely…

Starfest 2026

Astronomy, Star PartyAugust 13 - August 1613Views 0Likes 0Comments

⭐ Starfest 2026 The Bluewater Astronomical Society encourages members to attend Starfest 2026 , one of the premier astronomy events in North America, hosted by the North York Astronomical Association . 📅 August 13–16, 2026 📍 River Place Campground, near Roseneath, Ontario 🚨 Registration Opens – Time Sensitive Sunday, May…

HAA Dark Sky Star Party

Astronomy, Star PartySeptember 11 - September 1312Views 0Likes 0Comments

HAA Dark Sky Star Party – 5th Anniversary The Hamilton Amateur Astronomers invites HAA members, Bluewater Astronomical Society members, and their immediate families to attend this special 5th Anniversary Dark Sky Star Party . Enjoy a focused weekend of observing and astrophotography under dark skies on the Bruce Peninsula. Event Details …

Club Meeting

BAS Monthly MeetingNovember 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm31Views 0Likes 0Comments

Join BAS for our Monthly Members Meeting. 7PM at the New Life Centre, 199 4th Ave West Owen Sound.

Stargazing Night with Owen Sound Sidewalk Astronomy!

AstronomyMay 22 @ 8:45 pm - 11:30 pm51Views 0Likes 0Comments

Join Sidewalk Astronomy Join us for a relaxed evening where you come out to the Kemble Athletic Field just as it gets dark. Owen Sound Sidewalk Astronomy and other local sky watchers will have telescopes set up, where guests can stargaze at a waxing crescent Moon, Venus low on the horizon, Jupiter at twilight, and the…

Indigenous Astronomy – A Night of Culture, Connection & the Cosmos

Indigenous AstronomyApril 10 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm198Views 0Likes 0Comments

🌌 Indigenous Astronomy – A Night of Culture, Connection & the Cosmos Bluewater Astronomical Society is pleased to promote the Nawash Family Well-Being event. https://www.facebook.com/nawashFWBP/ Join this meaningful and inspiring evening that blends Indigenous knowledge, storytelling, and astronomy—an opportunity to experience the night sky through a different and powerful perspective. 📅 Event Details Date: Friday, April…

BAS Imaging Workshop – Beginner Session – Members Only

Member WorkshopApril 7 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm202Views 0Likes 0Comments

🌌 BAS Imaging Workshop – Beginner Session Join the Bluewater Astronomical Society for a hands-on Beginner Astrophotography Workshop at the E.S. Fox Observatory! 📅 Event Details Date (Updated): Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Time: 8:30 PM Location: E.S. Fox Observatory (Originally scheduled for April 4, with April 11 as a backup. Based on the latest forecast,…

International Dark Sky Week 2026

News, StargazingMarch 25, 2026129Views 0Likes 0Comments

International Dark Sky Viewing

AstronomyApril 22 @ 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm85Views 0Likes 0Comments

🌌 International Dark Sky Week – “Go Dark” Stargazing Event Join the Bluewater Astronomical Society and Owen Sound Sidewalk Astronomy for a special evening under the stars as we celebrate International Dark Sky Week 2026—a global initiative to appreciate and protect our night skies. 📅 Event Details Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Time: Dusk (8:30…

Things About the Sun That Will Blow Your Mind

NewsMarch 20, 202673Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Sun is something we see every day—but how often do we really think about it? At the Bluewater Astronomical Society, we love helping people of all ages discover just how incredible our closest star really is.