Welcome to the Kamloops Astronomical Society (KAS) Home Page.


We are a Kamloops based community astronomy club, and we welcome new members.

The objectives of the Society are to promote interest in, and the study and knowledge of, astronomy and allied sciences by lay and professional persons.

Our meetings are open to the public, but we encourage you to become a member and participate.
Annual membership fees are $20/student, $25/individual and $30/family.

For further information or to become a member, come to one of our monthly meetings or send an email using our contact form.

Scheduled Meetings

​We hold monthly meetings to discuss Society events and present astronomy related talks from KAS members and guest speakers.

Who: Everyone is welcome... the general public and KAS members. 
When: The second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm
Where: Either at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) or at our Stake Lake observing site. 

​NEXT SCHEDULED MONTHLY MEETING:
WEDNESDAY OCT 9 @ 7:00 PM
MEETING LOCATION: TRU Room IB 1015
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Note: We're scheduled to be in Room IB 1015 in the "International Building" (the building with the observatory on top).  However if for some reason we're not in that room, please check other nearby rooms as sometimes we get 'bumped' to an adjacent room if there's a scheduling conflict!  :-)

The Search For Blue Balls In Space (Uranus & Neptune)

Both Uranus and Neptune appear blue in colour due to the high amounts of methane in their atmosphere which absorbs red light but reflects the blue. Both planets are currently fairly well positioned for observation, so we'll be hunting for them.

​When: Sat September 21st, 2019 starting at 7:00 pm
Where: Stake Lake Observatory
What: Bring chairs/snacks/beverages/boots/warm clothing/telescope or binoculars (optional)

Note: This is a "weather permitting" event, and it will be cancelled if the weather is inclement.

International Observe The Moon Night

International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide celebration of lunar science and exploration, celestial observation, and our cultural and personal connections to the Moon. One day each year, everyone on Earth is invited to observe, learn about, and celebrate the Moon together.
https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon/annual-event/overview/

When: Sat October 5th, 2019 - 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Where: TRU Observatory (Rooftop of International Building)
Who: Open to the public – free admission
What: Bring telescopes or binoculars (optional)

Note: This is a "weather permitting" event,  and it will be cancelled if the weather is inclement

Stake Lake Observatory Viewing

Please note that the KAS Observatory at the Stake Lake Star Park currently does not have regularly scheduled hours of operation, and is entirely volunteer operated by KAS members.

​The observatory is also closed during the winter months to minimize any foot traffic damage to the Overlander Ski Club cross country ski trails.

For inquiries about access to the KAS observatory, please contact the KAS to learn of any scheduled public viewing sessions.

KAS Calendar

CURRENT MOON

Clear Sky Charts

Below are links to Clear Sky forecast charts for the BC Interior.
Click on the charts below for further information including how to interpret the charts.
Kamloops Clear Sky Chart
Stake Lake Observatory Sky Chart
Ashcroft Clear Sky Chart
Quilchena Ranch Sky Chart
Loon Lake Sky Chart (near Merrit)
Salmon Arm Sky Chart
Vernon Clear Sky Chart
Quesnel Clear Sky Chart