NAAA

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NAAA

• Northern Arizona Astronomy Association

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Who Are We?
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The NAU Observatory

• Atmospheric Research Observatory established 1952
• Dr. Arthur Adel, NAU Professor

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The Telescope

• 24-inch Cassegrain Reflector
• Observes in Infrared wavelengths
• Built in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

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Friday Nights

• Open House Nights
• every cloudless Friday evening
• from 730-1000 pm

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Special Programs

• Arrange 14 days in advance
• Modest fee

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Cost -- FREE
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Special Considerations

• Flagstaff Elevation 6,980 feet with a steep stair
  climb
• Open year-round no matter the temperature
• Cold winter nights

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Events

• April 1, 2002 Elderhostel Group in the Soccer
  Field
• April 4, 2002 First Thursday of the Month Meeting
  at 530 pm
• April 18, 2002 Third Thursday of the Month
  Speaker at 600 pm
• Ed Anderson (NAAA club sponsor), Helioseismology

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NAAA at Northern Arizona University

• Student Organization
• Open to Anyone who Loves the Stars
• Flagstaff Climate Elevation Ideal Star Gazing
  Location
• Flagstaff Community Promotes Supports Astronomy