Scout Program at Custer Observatory - April 30, 2011

Steve Bellevia sets up Custer Observatory's new Coronado Solarscope to look at the Sun!

David Van Poppering & Steve Bellavia with Boy Scout

David Van Poppering & Steve Bellavia with Scout Troop 888

David Van Poppering focusing Solarscope for Webelos

The Sun was playing hide and seek all day!

Custer's Dome and Radio Dish in the background

Boy Scouts, Webelos & Cub Scouts

Custer Observatory Hosts Cub Scouts & Girl Scouts for Astronomy Program

Steve Bellavia and David Barnett did a great program on Astronomy at the Custer Observatory for the Cub and Girl Scouts last night. Steve Bellavia and Dave Barnett presented complimentary Power Points and  finished the program with a tour of the shed and radio room.   After the presentation the scouts enjoyed cookies, pretzels and hot chocolate. Check out Custer's Website for upcoming programs www.custerobservatory.org.

Dave Barnett talks Astronomy with the Girl Scouts

Steve Bellavia shows the Boy Scouts Custer's Antique Telescopes

Boy Scouts enjoy a snack

Boy Scouts enjoy a snack