Welcome to Westchester Amateur Astronomers

The next public observing event is scheduled for October 10th, weather permitting. Compliance with New York State guidelines is mandatory. Please click the Star Parties tab for more information. 

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In the interest of everyone’s health and to reduce the spread of Coronavirus, in-person WAA meetings have been suspended until further notice.

WAA meetings will be held via Zoom. Members will receive invitations in advance of the meeting. 

Group observing events (a.k.a. “Star Parties”) have resumed (weather permitting, of course). Strict NY State guidelines must be observed.

WAA members (only) may observe at the Meadow Picnic Area at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation with proper identification. You must notify the park in advance. Call the number on the back of your ID card, which was sent with your membership or renewal, and bring the card. Remember that masks and social distancing are applicable on the observing field. It is reasonable for each instrument to be used by a single individual to prevent any possible contamination. Updates on park accessibility or restrictions can be found at https://parks.westchestergov.com/covid-19-update.

Updated 9/2/20

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Welcome to our new WAA web site.

You can find out more about our our organization and activities, including lectures, star parties, newsletters, outreach and other club events by clicking the various tabs in the header. You can join or renew our membership using our PayPal link. If you need more information, use the Contact Us email form.

You may also be interested in our Facebook page.