Observing season is here! Enjoy a night out under the stars with our free public observing nights. We work in cooperation with Island Lake State Recreation area to offer monthly observing nights at the park. We usually set up on the Saturday nearest to the 1st Quarter Moon, but this sometimes changes due to weather. Check our Facebook page to follow the event and news of any changes. Follow the “Astronomy Event” signs posted in the park which will lead you to the Spring Mill Pond picnic & beach area. These events are free and open to the public — but you will need a Michigan State Park “Recreation Passport” to enter the park. If you did not add this to your annual license plate sticker, it can be purchased as you enter the park.

All, Our Club elections are coming on January 26th at 7PM. If you are interested in running for an officer position please email president@fordastronomyclub.com  There are two seats that are term limited that need to be filled. President Treasurer The roles of Vice President and Secretary  plan to stay on in their roles in 2017 as their positions are not yet limited. You may still run for any of the officer positions so please inform the president before our meeting on January 26th.