Two Observatories are available for London Centre Members
Observing at the dark site
Members of London Centre enjoy dark skies outside the city, about thirty kilometers from London. From there the majestic arch of the Milky Way can be appreciated, the mysteries of the aurora borealis can be awe inspiring, and dim and distant galaxies or the faint and fuzzy outline of a visiting comet can be seen clearly through a telescope.
Lots of room for scopes and parking and we’re very proud of our new addition… a heated warm-up room built by the members of the Centre.
Skies are relatively free from light pollution, often reaching naked eye magnitude 5.7, very good for South-West Ontario.
We usually observe during the period from third quarter moon to first quarter moon when the skies are clear and dark. There is not much point to driving well out into the country to escape city lights if the moon is as bright as a streetlight!
The London RASC invites people who are interested in observing at the dark site to attend our monthly meetings to learn more about the club and it’s activities.