Riverside Telescope Makers Conference Annual Riverside Telescope Makers Conference and Astronomy Expo. People from all over US and parts of the world gather at Camp Oakes near Big Bear City to share info on telescope making, attend lectures and buy astro gear and observe during nightly star parties.
Information for Visitors:
Will be attending observatory at telescope field. Observatory opens upon darkness. Remember to be careful on climbing and descending ladders in observatory. Low ceiing. Can bump your head!
Name of Primary Presenter/Organizer:
Paul Littlecoyote
Event Type:
Astronomy convention/conference
Number of club members participating as presenters:
8
Toolkit Used:
No NSN Outreach ToolKits or Resources Used
Topics Covered:
Light Pollution
Milky Way Galaxy
Solar System
Telescopes
Universe
Total number of visitors:
2000
Comments and anecdotes about the event:
Had maybe 50 people in the Camp Oakes Obs. Low turnout, few vendors, busy on Saturday with swap meet. Disappointing and the temp was COLD. Paul
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