July 31-August 2, 2008 Almost Heaven Star Party
Hands on Optics will set up shop at the Almost Heaven Star Party Held at one of the darkest sites in the East, the AHSP has amenities and activities you won't find at any other star party.
July 30th - August 3rd Annual Mason Dixon Star Party
Hands on Optics will set up shop at the 19th Annual Mason Dixon Star Party. This location offers a large and level camping and observing area with unlimited space for attendees in southern York country, with reasonably dark skies. This event will also bracket a new moon to provide optimal observing. For additional details, go to http://masondixonstarparty.org/
September 5th to September 7th 2008 Black Forest Star Party
Hands on Optics will set up shop at the Black Forest Star Party in Cherry Springs State Park Pennsylvania's first Dark Sky Park. 2400 feet above sea level. It's real dark here. Register in advance, limited space. For additional details, go to http://www.bfsp.org/starparty/index.cfm
September 13-14, 2008 Pacific Astronomy and Telescope Show
Hands on Optics will set up shop at the first PATS Show. (NEAF West Coast)! Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, California. A conference/ exhibition /convention /workshop. Presentations related to observing, imaging, and astronomy by leading figures in the field. A modern indoor venue, clean and dust-free. For additional details, go to http://www.rtmcastronomyexpo.org/PATS.htm
November 8th 2008. Saturday 10am - 6pm Eastern Telescope Show
Back by popular demand, the 4th annual Eastern Telescope Show at Hands on Optics.
- Meet the representatives from the major manufacturers.
- Lectures throughout the day.
- $1000's in raffle prizes. Drawings throughout the day
- Special prices on all stock items.
- More details to follow.
- Questions call 1-866-726-7371 or email us at astroguy@handsonoptics.com