Dear Members and Friends,
This year has been one of significant progress for the Adirondack Public Observatory. The hard work of many has resulted in the erection of our first building in Tupper Lake: a Roll-Off Roof Observatory. This has been accomplished entirely by private funds. If you have not yet had a chance to visit the observatory and see this moveable roof in operation please call to set up a private visit.
Over the winter the larger telescopes will be permanently mounted. By summer we will be holding star parties on a regular basis. We plan to expand our programs to include classes for those who would like to learn how to use their telescopes, and for a workshop in astrophotography.
Our mission, though, is more ambitious than just viewing or photographing celestial objects. We are looking to the future; to helping develop future generations of scientists, astronomers, astronauts and teachers of math and physics. The science of astronomy includes math, physics, biology and even botany (think about what kind of life might exist on another planet).
We see in our young people a natural love for space and the dreams of space travel to unknown worlds. If that curiosity is not encouraged and nurtured it is usually lost. The educational programs we are offering are designed to motivate these budding scientists. Our immediate plans call for:
- Continuing our popular after school astronomy programs;
- Partnering with science teachers to assist in astronomy classes;
- Establishing special programs tailored for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and their leaders;
- Star parties designed for beginners.
We hope that this year you will consider a generous donation to help us continue our programs as well as moving us forward toward constructing our next phase, the research-grade telescope. All donations are greatly appreciated.
This year, in addition to monetary donations, we have compiled a special "Wish List". If you would like a copy of this wish list please contact us and we will forward one to you. Of course all donations will be appropriately acknowledged and a tax receipt provided.
| Levels and Benefits |
Luna Level: Individual Membership
- The Adirondack Stargazer Newsletter
- 10 percent discount on all APO items for sale at Sun Creations (105 Park Street, Tupper Lake)
- Discount subscription to either Sky and Telescope or Astronomy magazine
- Invitation to all Members Only star parties and other events
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$35 |
Star Level: Family Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- “The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System” by Joanna Cole & Bruce Degen
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$55 |
Comet Level: Friend Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- “Backyard STARS: A Guide for Home and the Road”, A Klutz Guide
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$100 – $499 |
Nebular Level: Supporter Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- “365 Starry Nights” by Chet Raymo
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$500 – $999 |
Galaxy Level: Benefactor Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- One night of your choosing and the availability of at least one of our astronomers for a personal tour of the night sky with our telescopes, or yours, and our cameras so you will have a lasting visual memory of the experience
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$1000 – $4999 |
Silver Universe Level: Silver Patron Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- Dinner with at least four of our board members at Hohmeyer’s Lake Clear Lodge or other place of your choosing
- Sterling silver pin designed for the APO designating you as a Silver Patron
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$5000 – $9999 |
Gold Universe Level: Gold Patron Membership
- All of the above, PLUS
- Naming opportunity
- Gold pin designed for the APO designating you as a Gold Patron
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$10,000 and above |
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| Payment options:
Send your check, payable to The Adirondack Public Observatory, to:
The
Adirondack Public Observatory, Inc.
P.O. Box 1332
Tupper Lake, NY
12986
You can also use the PayPal link below (sorry, credit cards are not accepted at this time):
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