Bluewater Astronomical Society – July Club Meeting

🌌 Bluewater Astronomical Society – July Club Meeting

Please Note: Because Canada Day falls on Wednesday, July 1, our regular monthly meeting has been moved to Wednesday, July 8. We hope you’ll join us! (Spread the word to anyone else  who might be interested, its Free)

📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 🕖 7:00 PM, 📍 New Life Centre 201 4th Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario

💻 Attend in person or join us on Zoom

🔭 What’s Happening This Month?

🌌 Why Dark Skies Matter

Our night skies are one of nature’s greatest treasures—but they’re disappearing under increasing light pollution.

Join us for a special presentation on the importance of preserving dark skies and learn:

✨ How artificial light affects astronomy, wildlife, and human health
✨ Simple steps homeowners and communities can take to reduce light pollution
✨ Why dark skies are an important natural resource worth protecting for future generations
✨ How organizations like the Bluewater Astronomical Society are helping promote responsible outdoor lighting and dark-sky awareness

Whether you’re an observer, astrophotographer, or simply enjoy looking up, you’ll leave with practical ideas for helping keep our night skies dark and beautiful.

💪 Constellation 101 – Hercules

Meet the legendary hero of the summer sky!

Learn how to locate the distinctive Keystone of Hercules and discover some of the finest deep-sky treasures visible during warm summer evenings, including:

✨ The magnificent globular clusters M13 and M92
✨ A Beautiful double star Rasa……Basil…. Rasalgethi…. darn that’s a tough one…..
✨ The fascinating Abell 39 planetary nebula
✨ The rich Hercules Galaxy Cluster

Whether you’re just learning the night sky or you’re an experienced observer, Hercules will strong arm  you to some of the most rewarding telescopic sights of the summer.

Discover the month’s best celestial events, including the top naked-eye sights, binocular targets, and telescope showpieces visible from our region. We’ll help you plan your observing before you head outside.

Summer is astronomy season!

We’ll preview upcoming star parties and observing events in our area, with tips on where to go, what to bring, and what you can expect under truly dark skies.

Be inspired by an outstanding collection of recent images captured by our talented BAS astrophotographers.

Have you observed something interesting lately? Bring your stories, photos, and questions! Exchange ideas, learn new techniques, and enjoy an evening with fellow astronomy enthusiasts.

Everyone is welcome—members, guests, and anyone curious about the night sky!