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Blueberry Pond Observatory
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Founded by Valerie, who writes: "I've traveled the world to find the best space experiences. I founded STG to help others learn about and experience the night sky around the world." The guide covers stargazing destinations, dark-sky parks, meteor showers and eclipses worldwide — and its Stargazing in Maine guide includes Blueberry Pond Observatory among seven spots worth the trip.
Astronomy, science and laser light shows at the planetarium, plus space exhibits and hands-on activities. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door, and private shows can be reserved for school groups, summer camps, scout troops and birthday parties.
An all-volunteer non-profit educational organization founded in 1982 to promote public awareness of astronomy. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced amateur astronomer, enjoyment and challenges await you as a member of ASNNE. Activities include teaching the basics of how to recognize the constellations, observing the stars and planets with telescopes of all sizes, presenting monthly discussions on a wide variety of astronomy related topics, and organizing outings to special events.
SMA holds star parties for members and anyone else interested in the night — or daytime — sky, with naked-eye, binocular, telescopic and electronically-aided viewing supported by trained volunteers. The club also provides outreach through talks and presentations to school students and civic groups on request, and has taken part in Maine Space Day activities in Maine schools for the past twenty years.
An Affiliate-based 501(c)(3) corporation and a member of the national network of Space Grant Consortia in all fifty states, investing in Maine's researchers, students, educators and businesses. Educators, students and researchers will find resources, grant opportunities and other programs at the MSGC website.