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Coming Events

Star Party

Saturday, June 1

Solar Observing: Noon - 4 pm
Astronomical Yard Sale: 11-4 (see below)
Star Party: 9 pm
Details

Night Sky Classes

Monday:
June 3, June 10, June 17,
July 8, July 28, August 5

Learn about the seasonal sky, with telescope
observing after class. Details

Astronomical Yard Sale
June 1, 11am to 4pm

We're clearing out excess astronomy equipment!
RFO will hold a public yard sale June 1, in the parking area in front of the Observatory. There will be telescopes, eyepieces, and all kinds of astronomical gadgets.
Download this Item List (updated 5/1/13) for a preview.
Yard Sale Part 1
Yard Sale Part 2
The lists will be updated periodically.

Proceeds will be used for observatory development.
Spread the word!RFO at nightAbove: The Observatory at night. Photo by Mark Hillestad
Top right photo of Refractor Telescope by Jerry Telfer

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Sugarloaf Ridge State Park

"Team Sugarloaf" operates Sugarloaf Ridge,
including the campground.
Team Sugarloaf is a unique partnership of five nonprofit organizations that have worked tirelessly to
keep our park open.  

Partners are: Sonoma Ecology Center; United Camps, Conferences and Retreats; Valley of the Moon Natural History Association; Sonoma County Trails Council; and Valley of the Moon Observatory Association.  

With expertise in campground operations, ecological restoration, astronomy, trails management, and volunteer recruiting and training, Team Sugarloaf is creating new opportunities for Sugarloaf Ridge and its visitors.  Visit sugarloafpark.org for more information.

Come to stargaze and camp at Sugarloaf Ridge!

Rent an
Observatory
?

Yes, you can!
Treat your family, friends,
or group of up to 50 people
to a night with the stars!

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