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11 people are interested
Share your love of astronomy!
ORGANIZATION: Valley of the Moon Observatory Association
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11 people are interested
We are always in the need of docents to share their love of astronomy with the public. We provide new volunteer training, as well as training on operating our three large telescopes. Volunteer work can vary depending on interest and skills, but can range from assisting the public visiting the observatory, hanlding tickets, giving lectures, and observing with small or large telescopes, building maintenance, website development and more!
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About Valley of the Moon Observatory Association
Location:
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, P.O. Box 898, Glen Ellen, CA 95442, US
Mission Statement
We are group of volunteer astronomers, both amateur and professional, organized as a non-profit dedicated to providing educational programs about science and astronomy for students, the public, and in support of educators. We do this by building and operating and maintaining the Robert Ferguson Observatory.
Description
The VMOA built and operates the Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park near Kenwood. We offer public observing, private group observing, Night Sky classes, Relativity for Non-Scientist classes and telescope making classes for students and the general public. The VMOA is all-volunteer (no paid positions) and operates as part of the Valley of the Moon Natural History Assn. docent program.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth,
Computers & Technology,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Sugarloaf Ridge State ParkKenwood, CA 95442
(38.3714 ,-122.528 )
DATE POSTED
January 3, 2025
SKILLS
- Math / Science Instruction
- Business Development
- Adult Education
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- STEM
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 8
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours per year
- We ask our volunteer to attend a two session orientation to teach you everything you need to know about the building, the organization, and our programs. Once orientation is complete, volunteers can begin assisting with events!