GRAND RAPIDS AMATEUR ASTRONOMICAL ASSOCIATION

Adult, Student, and Family Memberships are available, and the only prerequisite is an interest in becoming part of the GRAAA and payment of modest annual dues. A membership application can be filled out and submitted online or downloaded to be mailed with payment. A “Welcome Package” is sent via US Mail to all new members (allow two weeks for delivery).

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Here are some of the opportunities that await you as a GRAAA member:

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• Sharing ideas of common interest with others and forming new friendships

• Participating in regular program meetings, special events, Veen Observatory Public Nights, and other activities

• Knowledgeable assistance from experienced amateur astronomers with setup and use of personal telescopes and accessories

• Observing the sky with and learning from experienced amateur astronomers

• Personal use of multiple telescopes at the Veen Observatory following completion of appropriate orientation

• Taking your own celestial images with Veen Observatory and personal telescopes

• Participation in special interest groups within the Association