Ryan Observatory at Muddy Run

12/13/2025

Due to inclement weather we have decided to cancel our December open house. We wish you all a wonderful Holiday season! And we look forward to seeing you next year!

12/11/2025

Did you decorate a stone for Serpens the Rock snake? Our Community Arts project can be found next to the binocular telescope. If you're coming out this weekend make sure to check him out! If you hadn't painted a stone yet, don't worry. You can still decorate a one at the upcoming open house to add.

12/04/2025

12/02/2025

12/01/2025

Have you signed up yet to send your name around the Moon?

When Artemis II lifts off next year, more than 900,000 names will be aboard—and yours (or your friend's, or your pet's...) could be one of them. Register today: go.nasa.gov/artemisnames

11/21/2025

11/13/2025

Now that you have fought the clouds, endured the cold, struggled with unpredictable space weather, atmospheric conditions AND your camera settings you have a bit of an idea of what astronomers and astrophotographers face. I commend you. It was awesome right? Here's our wrap up from NOAA. Wishing you clear skies and hoping you'll join us on December 13 for our open house.

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

More often then not , your phone should detect the Aurora without needing to use these steps, but if you're having trouble getting that perfect picture, here's aliitle help. Look for the Northern lights tonight after sunset and onwards. We should see activity early on . Just remember that space weather is unpredictable. You may not see them until later in the evening. Don't give up. Good luck everyone!

11/12/2025

Chances continue to catch the Aurora Wednesday evening!

11/12/2025

A wonderful explanation of the colors we are seeing.