Night Sky 45
Astronomy Club
NS45-? ---What's
this Club all about-?
The name of this club is Night Sky 45.
The name refers to our favorite subject to view and Salem's
location on the 45th parallel (latitude).
NS45 met for the first time in April 1999.
Night Sky 45 is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to
promoting the enjoyment and education of astronomy and related
subjects to members and the general public. Membership is open to
anybody interested in astronomy and the night sky, regardless of
experience or knowledge.
Ownership of a telescope is not a
requirement for membership.
Night Sky 45 was formed primarily as a viewing club, allowing
people who share an interest in astronomy and related topics to
join with others to share knowledge and observing experiences.
While not a requirement for membership, we encourage members to
share their interests and knowledge with members of the local
community to further the enjoyment and understanding of astronomy
and related topics
Come share the magic of the universe
with us.
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Membership Dues
Option 1:
Membership
is free.
Option 2:
There is
an optional $15 per year fee for those who want to receive the quarterly
Astronomical Society Newsletter.
Night Sky 45 Club Charter
by Dean Kelly---- October 6, 1999
The Astronomy Club of Salem, Oregon
The name of this organization shall be Night Sky 45, as arrived at by consensus during the first meeting of the organization. The name refers to our preferred subject to view and Salem's location on the 45th parallel.
Night Sky 45 is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the enjoyment and education of astronomy and related subjects to members and the general public. Membership is open to anybody interested in astronomy and the night sky, regardless of experience or knowledge. Ownership of a telescope is not a requirement for membership.
We encourage members to share their interests and knowledge with members of the local community to further the enjoyment and understanding of astronomy and related topics.
As a volunteer organization, Night Sky 45 is a non-commercial entity. Membership and/or services in Night Sky 45 shall not be used to further commercial endeavors. No commercial enterprise shall use the Night Sky 45 name or logo in promotion of private enterprise.
One Night Sky 45 membership shall include all family members living in the same residence. There are two classes of membership: Associate and General. An Associate member is an active dues paying member with full-rights and privileges of club benefits and activities. A General member is a non-dues paying member, but still retains full-rights and privileges of club benefits and activities.
Associate members will pay a small annual fee. This will give them membership in the Astronomical League, a national organization, and all the rights and privileges of that membership, including a subscription to the quarterly newsletter The Reflector and the ability to participate in recognized viewing programs. Associate membership does not give the member any extra authority or standing in Night Sky 45.
The membership year runs from January 1 through December 31. Associate member dues shall be renewed yearly on the date of the January general meeting. New associate members joining the club in the middle of the year shall be charged the full year's dues if joining before October 1 of that year. The dollar amount for annual dues will be reviewed by the membership annually.
Night Sky 45 leadership consists of the President, Club Reporter, ALCor (Astronomical League Correspondent) and the Advisory Committee. Nominations for these offices will be held at the January meeting and elections will be held at the February meeting. Membership in the Advisory Committee is open to all club members.