Welcome to the Web site of the Dumfries Astronomy Society.

You can get to know more about the Society and its activities by using the buttons on the left to browse our Web pages.

Latest DAS News Programme for the year 2008–09 The dates for the ordinary monthly meetings in 2008–09 are as follows. 9 September 2008 14 October 2008 11 November 2008 9 December 2008 13 January 2009 10 February 2009 10 March 2009 7 April 2009 12 May 2009 Except for the April meeting, all these fall on the second Tuesday of the month. Because of building work taking place in St George’s Church Hall, meetings this year will be held in the Church Lounge, across the road from the church. See the Programme page for details of meetings, including Stamp into Space, a special open meeting to be held at Dumfries Museum on Saturday, 15 November 2008.

Joining the Society

You are welcome to come along to a meeting or two before joining, to see what we have to offer. However, if you want to attend on a regular basis and receive copies of our newsletters, then you need to join the Society. For details of the current fee and a mailing address contact the Secretary.

Cubs, Scouts and Brownies

Do you want to earn your Astronomy Badge? Find out more by visiting The Spacepod.

All images and information (c) 1999-2008 Dumfries Astronomy Society. If your use is non-profit, give us a mention. If it's for money, then talk to us first: email the President.

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