Older History of Events with SCAN

SCAN mourns the passing of our astronomy friend, Jiri Kolejka SCAN is mourning the passing of our fellow astronomer, Jiri Kolejka. Jiri was a member of rhe RVAS, but he was a avid observer and SCAN members observed with him many times, mostly at the Cahas Mountain Overlook. Our thoughts are with his Family and friends in this time of grief and sorrow. Rest, Jiri, and we will remember you and celebrate your life.
Welcome to New SCAN members, Chris Pietrzyk, and Michael Solontoi SCAN is a small group dedicated to Astronomy Outreach and Observing. We welcome these three new members to our small, but active, astronomy group.
Once Again, This Year, Another Great Benefit of SCAN Membership SCAN has continually worked with quite a few groups as part of the SCAN goal of Astronomy Outreach. Once again, like last year, and the year before, as a result of donations from these groups, all SCAN members have had their dues paid for the 2012-2013 year by SCAN. That is three years straight of no dues for SCAN members and free membership to the Astronomical League.   Congratulations SCAN Members!!!
AL Urban Club Certificate and Pin for SCAN Member, Michael Overacker SCAN Member, Michael Overacker, completed his Astronomical League Urban Club requirements and received his Urban Club Certificate and Pin.
AL Double Star Certificate and Pin for SCAN Member, Michael Overacker SCAN Member, Michael Overacker, completed his Astronomical League Double Star Club requirements and received his Double Star Club Certificate and Pin.
SCAN News - SCAN member, Michael Overacker, recently received an award of the Clifford W. Holmes Grant by the Riverside Telescope Makers Conference. This grant is awarded to people who are active in Astronomy Outreach. Michael has proven his dedication and ability to work for the promotion of Astronomy to the schools, youth, and general public.
SCAN members will be taking part in the 2012 research of Globe at Night. This is a simple research program that allows anyone to help track the availability of dark skies around the world. The reporting periods are January 14-23, February 12-21, March 13-22, and April 11-20 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Click on the image at left to go to their website.
AL Lunar Certificate and Pin for SCAN Member, Michael Overacker SCAN Member, Michael Overacker, completed his Astronomical League Lunar Club requirements and received his Lunar Club Certificate and Pin.
AL Messier Certificate and Pin for SCAN Member, Joe Rainsbury

SCAN Member, Joe Rainsbury, completed his Astronomical League Messier list requirements and received his Messier Honorary Certificate and Messier Pin. Well Done, Joe! Your fellow SCAN members are proud of your accomplishment. Here is a pic of the award ceremony.
Again, This Year, Another Great Benefit of SCAN Membership SCAN has worked with quite a few groups this past fiscal year as part of the SCAN goal of Astronomy Outreach. Once again, like last year, as a result of donations from these groups, all SCAN members have had their dues paid for the 2011-2012 year by SCAN. That is two years straight of no dues for SCAN members and free membership to the Astronomical League.   Congratulations SCAN Members!!!
SCAN and the Boy Scouts SCAN had the honor of working with the Boy Scouts on Saturday, March 5, 2011. This event, the University of Scouting, was well organized and was a great success. We are looking forward to working with the Boy Scouts in the future.
Outreach with a large Church Camp

 

SCAN had several outreach events with a church group at a large summer camp. Spread out over 4 different days, these outreaches introduced astronomy and the beautiful views through telescopes to a wide range of youth. These young people were a pleasure to meet and talk with, and we enjoyed the opportunity to spend time with them.

Outreach with the Student Conservation Association

SCAN had an outreach event with the Student Conservation Association. These young men and woman have dedicated their summers, and some several years, to working to clean and clear our natural trails. The attendees were from Missouri, California, New York, Georgia, and other states. We had a great time showing the stars to this fine group.
Six Outreach Events in July 2010 SCAN has six outreach events scheduled for the month of July 2010. All six of the events are private outreach events that SCAN is participating at the request of the private groups. We still plan to be at our monthly public outreach events if the skies cooperate. The total attendance for these events should be close to 2000 participants.
This Year, Another Great Benefit of SCAN Membership SCAN has had the pleasure of working with many great groups this year in pursuit of the SCAN goal of Astronomy Outreach. As a result of donations from these groups, all SCAN members have had their dues for the 2010-2011 year paid for by SCAN. No dues for SCAN members this year if you were a member last year.    Congratulations SCAN Members!!!
SCAN and the Roanoke Valley Master Naturalists

SCAN enjoyed working with the Roanoke Valley Master Naturalists on Saturday, April 10, 2010. The night was clear, and the attending SCAN members thoroughly enjoyed working with this group.

SCAN and the Girl Scouts SCAN had the pleasure of working with the Girl Scouts on an Astronomy Event on Friday, February 19, 2010. This is a very successful event, and we are looking forward to working with the Girl Scouts in the future.
SCAN News - SCAN Founding Member, Michael Overacker, has completed his Master Outreach Certification with the Astronomical League. Michael has completed over 170 hours of Astronomy Outreach to over 4300 people. His outreach has been to the general public, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, public and private schools, colleges, and private programs and events.
Astronomy Day Success

SCAN News - The Astronomy Mobile Outreach Vehicle (AMOV) was at the Mustang and Ford Powered RoundUp Car and Truck Show on Saturday, May 2, 2009 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM at the Tanglewood Mall Firestone for Astronomy Day 2009. Hundreds of people took advantage of the telescopes set up for solar viewing, as well as the meteorites on display. A very successful event.

 

SCAN News - SCAN member, Michael Overacker, was recently awarded the Clifford W. Holmes Grant by the Riverside Telescope Makers Conference. This grant is awarded to people who are active in Astronomy Outreach and have proven their ability to work toward the promotion of Astronomy to the general public.