The Deerlick Astronomy Village, DAV, is a unique planned community catering to the specific needs of amateur and professional astronomers. DAV is located in the very darkest skies in Sharon Georgia, far away from big city lights but at the same time convenient to many major metropolitan areas in the South Eastern USA. DAV Coordinates: 33.561420, -82.763140 +N33 33' 41.11" -W82 45' 47.30" Elevation: 550 - 600ft

DAV is a dedicated dark sky site meant specifically for members to do their serious observing in a location that is protected from light instrusion.  ALL white lights are banned from the property after sunset. NO, you cannot sneak onto the field with your headlights on, opening your car doors or using your cell phone as a flashlight "for just a few minutes" while you drive onto the field, set up your equipoment or walk to the bathroom without DESTROYING the night sky for those who made the effort to set up before the sun sets.

IF YOU CANNOT ARRIVE BEFORE DARK, THIS IS NOT THE EVENT FOR YOU.

POSTPONE COMING TO THE SITE UNTIL YOU ARE CAN.

DAV Membership allows the more serious amateur astronomers to enjoy a location built specifically for the hobby. We are the ideal place for you to bring your 20″ Dob and observe or your imaging rig to take some awesome pics.

We ARE NOT the place to casually camp, as we have some specific rules that are enforced.

 If you are not sure DAV is a good fit, please check out the events page and come out on a public event.

 Accessing the property requires a gate code. Active members can receive their code from their membership page. If you do not have a gate code, you will be unable to access the property.