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 KAS Events
Monthly meetings are generally scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in the International Building (the one with the observatory on top), and are open to the general public. Please note: Our assigned rooms have been changing, so please check here for latest updates in case we get moved. April Meeting - CANCELLED May Meeting When: Wednesday May 14th, 2025 @ 7:00pm Where: TRU International Building (room # TBA) What: The agenda includes a talk from Dr. J. Rosvick (minor planet or star clusters). |
Stake Lake Observatory ViewingPlease 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. Scheduled public viewing events will be posted here. |
Observing Conditions, Clear Sky Charts, Moon Phases
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Moon Phases
Kamloops Weather
Aurora Forecast
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Clear Sky Forecasts
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
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