BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bluewater Astronomical Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bluewater Astronomical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bluewater Astronomical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260502T140635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T141127Z UID:55267-1786579200-1786924799@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Starfest 2026 DESCRIPTION:⭐ Starfest 2026\nThe 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. \nπŸ“… August 13–16\, 2026\nπŸ“ River Place Campground\, near Roseneath\, Ontario \n🚨 Registration Opens – Time Sensitive\nSunday\, May 3 at 12:00 noon \nπŸ‘‰ Register here:\nhttps://www.nyaa.ca/index.php?page=sf/sf.registration \nThis event has limited capacity and sells out quickly. Early registration is strongly recommended. \nWhy Attend Starfest\n\nOne of Canada’s largest and longest-running star parties\nDark sky observing during peak Perseid meteor shower 🌠 \nWorld-class speakers including:\n\nDavid H. Levy\nPeter Brown\nMargaret Campbell-Brown\n\n\nHands-on workshops\, imaging contest\, and vendor exhibits\nUnique experiences like telescope build sessions and panel discussions\n\nImportant Notes\n\nAttendance is capped due to site capacity constraints\nCamping fills first; day passes available once camping sells out\nPre-registration closes August 2\, 2026\n\nRecommendation (for BAS members)\nIf you are considering attending\, register the moment it opens. This is not an event where you can wait and decide later. URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/starfest_2026/ LOCATION:Starfest\, 232352 Concession 2\, West Grey\, Ayton\, ON\, N4N 3S9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Star Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Starfest-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003532Z UID:54821-1787943600-1787954400@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Partial Lunar Eclipse - Members DESCRIPTION:Thursday evening member notification URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/partial-lunar-eclipse-members/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260904T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260904T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T231619Z UID:54822-1788548400-1788559200@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Public Viewing & Member Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join BAS at 7pm Friday September 4th for our Monthly Members Meeting. Location; BOEC Bruce Power Environmental Learning Centre\, Oliphant ON. Following the meeting\, weather permitting\, we will adjourn to the ES Fox Observatory for sky viewing. URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/public-viewing-member-meeting/ LOCATION:BOEC Bruce Power Environmental Learning Centre\, 3092 Bruce County Road 13\, Wiarton\, ON\, N0H 2T0\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fox_2023-08-12-v4_1500px.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260502T133158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T133158Z UID:55260-1789084800-1789343999@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:HAA Dark Sky Star Party DESCRIPTION:HAA Dark Sky Star Party – 5th Anniversary\nThe 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. \nEvent Details\n\nDates: September 11–13\, 2026\nLocation: Andromeda Meadow\, Wiarton\, Ontario\nEligibility: HAA & BAS members + immediate family\n\nLocation\nAndromeda Meadow (Private Dark Sky Site)\nSkinner’s Bluff Area\nNear Wiarton\, Ontario \nπŸ“ Map reference: Wiarton\, ON\nπŸ‘‰ Directions to the exact site will be provided to registered attendees. \nWhat to Expect\n\nDark sky visual observing and astrophotography\nE.S. Fox Observatory visit\nOptional Saturday evening dinner (paid onsite)\nInformal format β€” no lectures\, just observing and community\n\nSite Conditions (Important)\nThis is a remote observing location: \n\nNo water\, electricity\, or trailer hookups\nNo showers or flush toilets\nPortable washrooms onsite\nGenerator available for charging astronomy equipment only\n\nAccommodations\n\nOnsite: Ground camping\, trailers\, RVs\nOffsite: Motels and cottage rentals nearby\n\nEvent Fees\n\n$25 per adult\n$37.50 (1 parent/guardian + 1 child under 18)\n$50 family\n\nRegistration & Payment\nπŸ‘‰ Register and complete payment here:\nhttps://amateurastronomy.org/dark-sky-star-party-registration/ \nRegistration must be completed before payment. Fees are not considered donations and are not eligible for tax receipts.\nBAS members are welcome to register and attend under the same terms as HAA members. \nContact\n\nSue: starparty@amateurastronomy.org\nMatt: mattmannastro@outlook.com URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/haa-dark-sky-star-party/ LOCATION:ON CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Star Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/HAA-Dark-Sky-Star-Party-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261003T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261003T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003535Z UID:54823-1791054000-1791064800@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Public Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:3/4 Moon – Public viewing URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/public-viewing-night-4/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261007T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261007T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T234606Z UID:54824-1791399600-1791410400@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Club Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join BAS for our Monthly Members Meeting. 7PM at the New Life Centre\, 199 4th Ave West Owen Sound. URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/club-meeting-4/ LOCATION:New Life Centre\, 199 4th Avenue West\, Owen Sound\, ON\, N4K 4V1\, Canada CATEGORIES:BAS Monthly Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BAS-Logo-revised-one-colour-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261010T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261010T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003545Z UID:54825-1791658800-1791669600@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Members Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:New Moon – Member viewing URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/members-viewing-night-4/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261104T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260501T233809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T233809Z UID:55258-1793818800-1793829600@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Club Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join BAS for our Monthly Members Meeting. 7PM at the New Life Centre\, 199 4th Ave West Owen Sound. URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/club-meeting-7/ LOCATION:New Life Centre\, 199 4th Avenue West\, Owen Sound\, ON\, N4K 4V1\, Canada CATEGORIES:BAS Monthly Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BAS-Logo-revised-one-colour-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261107T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003546Z UID:54826-1794078000-1794088800@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Members Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:New Moon – Member night URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/members-viewing-night-5/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003547Z UID:54827-1794682800-1794693600@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Public Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:Crescent Moon – Public night URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/public-viewing-night-5/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261202T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261202T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T234736Z UID:54828-1796238000-1796248800@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Club Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join BAS for our Monthly Members Meeting. 7PM at the New Life Centre\, 199 4th Ave West Owen Sound. URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/club-meeting-5/ LOCATION:New Life Centre\, 199 4th Avenue West\, Owen Sound\, ON\, N4K 4V1\, Canada CATEGORIES:BAS Monthly Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BAS-Logo-revised-one-colour-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261205T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T003549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T003549Z UID:54829-1796497200-1796508000@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Public Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:Past 3/4 Moon – Public viewing URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/public-viewing-night-6/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261212T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T004931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T004931Z UID:54831-1797102000-1797112800@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Members Viewing Night DESCRIPTION:New Moon – Members viewing URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/members-viewing-night-6/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261213T220000 DTSTAMP:20260503T044711 CREATED:20260218T004932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T004932Z UID:54832-1797188400-1797199200@bluewaterastronomy.com SUMMARY:Geminids - Members Viewing DESCRIPTION:Geminids – Member viewing URL:https://bluewaterastronomy.com/event/geminids-members-viewing/ LOCATION:ON END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR