What to Expect:

• Starry Nights: Participate in nightly star parties (weather permitting) to observe the Moon, galaxies, nebulae, and more.

• Solar Exploration: Safely observe the Sun during the day with specialized solar telescopes.

• Advanced Skills:  Control some of the largest telescopes in Montana to observe and image planets and the Moon. Operate individual telescopes to image deep sky objects.

• Engaging Alternatives: Cloudy nights won’t dim the fun! Dive into exciting indoor activities, including setting up your own account to access our robotic telescope in New Mexico—available for use during and after camp.  

Daytime Adventures:

• View the Sun’s surface with solar telescopes.

• Process the images taken the night before to create beautiful astronomical photos.

• Relax and explore the scenic lakeside environment.

Camp Details:

• Cost: $995 per camper (includes housing, meals, snacks, supplies, and all activities).

• Co-Taught by Experts:

• Peter Detterline: Director of the Mars Society Observatory and a college astronomy professor.

• Ryan Hannahoe: Montana Learning Center’s Executive Director, with a distinguished career in astronomy.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the cosmos like never before. Sign up today—your journey to the stars begins here!