09/04/2026
HiDAS Visits Big Bear Solar Observatory !
Today, members of the High Desert Astronomical Society had the incredible opportunity to tour the Big Bear Solar Observatory!
We got to see various instruments before heading over to the observatory that houses the main solar telescope. Once inside, we had the chance to visit the control room and see the 1.6-meter solar telescope housed at Big Bear Solar Observatory.
It was fascinating to see the equipment and systems that make detailed solar observations possible, and to learn more about the work being done there.
We also learned that next year, Big Bear Solar Observatory will be making upgrades to its adaptive optics system. Something we’re excited to hear more about as the observatory continues advancing its solar research!
A huge thank you to the Big Bear Solar Observatory team for sharing their time, knowledge, and facility with us. Experiences like this are exactly why we love astronomy and why we’re so passionate about giving our members opportunities to explore the science behind the skies we observe.
