Lethbridge Astronomy Society

07/18/2026

Hello everyone!
Did you know this year is the 35th anniversary of the Lethbridge Astronomy Society? To celebrate, we're having a party! Saturday July 25, 2026. We'll be offering tours of the observatory, telescope views of the Sun if the sky is clear, and a presentation on the history of our organization. Grab your tickets at the link below!

Lethbridge Astronomy Society 35th Anniversary – Oldman River Observatory, Multiple dates and times - This year is the 35th anniversary of the Lethbridge Astronomy Society. To celebrate, we're having a party! Saturday July 25, 2026. We'll be offering tours of the observatory, telescope views of the...

04/06/2026

The Artemis II lunar flyby is happening now. Remember, no landing this mission but a nice view of part of the Moon's far side. You can watch it here:

We're about to fly around the Moon.On Monday, April 6, the four astronauts of Artemis II will travel farther from Earth than any humans in history—breaking t...

04/04/2026

Artemis II is halfway to the Moon today! On their way out from Earth, they captured this image of the night side (yes, the south pole is on top) Can you spot the southern lights?

That's us! 🌍

The Artemis II crew captured beautiful, high-resolution images of our home planet during their journey to the Moon. As astronaut Christina Koch put it: "You guys look great."

04/01/2026

If all goes well, the Artemis II mission will be launching to the Moon this afternoon (not an April fools joke!) Not a full landing, but an orbit around the moon to test out the spaceship. You can watch the launch at this link:

We're sending astronauts around the Moon for the first time in 50 years. Come watch with us.NASA's Artemis II mission is scheduled to lift off from Kennedy S...

03/29/2026

March 28th Public Observing Update:

First, remember we're starting at 8:30 pm tonight instead of our regular time. Please try not to arrive before 8:20, as we'll still be setting up before then.

We're expecting some light smoke or haze in the sky tonight, but there shouldn't be much in the way of cloud cover. Jupiter and the Moon will likely steal the show, though Venus will also be setting in the west. Be sure to dress for a windchill of minus 6 degrees.

See you at 8:30!

03/23/2026

Hello Lethbridge! We have a late public observing scheduled for this Saturday, March 28th. It will start at 8:30 pm and run till 10:00. Tickets are available at the link below, please take only as many as you need. See you then!

March Public Observing – Oldman River Observatory, Sat 28 Mar 2026 - We are hosting a public observing event at the Oldman River Observatory at Popson Park. The event starts at 8:30pm and ends at 10:00 pm. Join us for a night under the stars, where you can gaze through our telescopes and explore ...

03/01/2026

Update for tonight:

We're expecting clear skies and a bright moon this evening for public observing. Ticket holders:

The road down to the observatory is pretty bumpy right now, so drive carefully.

Dress for a gentle breeze and a windchill of -15°C.

Please try not to arrive before 7:15 if possible, as we'll still be setting up before then.

See you at 7:30 pm!

02/24/2026

Public Observing Announcement:

Our next event will be this upcoming Saturday, Feb. 28th, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Free tickets can be acquired at the link below. See you then!

February Public Observing – Oldman River Observatory, Sat 28 Feb 2026 - On Saturday February 28, we are hosting a public observing event at the Oldman River Observatory at Popson Park. The event starts at 7:30 pm and ends at 9:00 pm. Join us for a night under the stars, where you can gaze through...

01/22/2026

Hello! We're planning to hold Public Observing on Saturday January 31st, starting 7:30 pm and going till 9:00 pm. Free tickets are available at the link below. Please take only as many as you need, and be sure to check your email and our page on the day for weather updates. Looking forward to seeing you there!

January Public Observing – Oldman River Observatory, Sat 31 Jan 2026 - On Saturday, we are hosting a public observing event at the Oldman River Observatory at Popson Park. The event starts at 7:30 pm and ends at 9:00 pm. Join us for a night under the stars, where you can gaze through our telescop...