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Member Reports from Alexander Weis

Mar 13

2016

GAM 2016 - Day of Astronomy in Germany with approx 200 events

Alexander Weis

The day of astronomy will see about 200 events on March 19th in Germany and Switzerland. For 14 years now this event is a highlight in the schedule of many observatories and groups of amateur astronomers. It is initiated and coordinated by the "Vereinigung der Sternfreunde" (VdS), the largest society of amateur astronomers in German speaking countries. The VdS also represents Astronomers Without Borders in Germany. This year we have selected the moon (in German 'Mond' as the main topic. Whilst for regular obervers watching the moon in a telescope might not be something special this is for sure a... Read More...

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GAM 2016 - Day of Astronomy in Germany with approx 200 events