Have you ever wanted to learn about the science of astronomy?  Or wanted to know more about the night sky?  Or learn how to buy or use a telescope?

Becoming a member of SLAS is a great way to connect with local amateur astronomers who share your passion.  Most importantly, our members are willing to share their knowledge with you so that you can achieve your personal goals.  Membership in SLAS gives your member only access to a number of resources including our loaner telescope program and astronomy library.  You can get special discounts on astronomy magazines*** and automatic membership in the Astronomical league.

Benefits of membership in SLAS include: 

  • Monthly educational meetings (usually the third Friday of each month at 7:30 pm at Washington University in the McDonnell Hall Auditorium) 
  • Monthly SLAS newsletter
  • Annual social events including the summer Star-B-Q and winter Homemade-Fest
  • Discounts on astronomy magazines*** and books from the Astronomical League 
  • Borrow from the 900+ astronomical related publications and books in the SLAS library
  • Borrow from our “loaner telescope” inventory to become familiar with a variety of telescopes before you buy
  • Automatic membership in the Astronomical League
  • Participate in observing programs sponsored by the Astronomical League
  • Members-only online community ("SLASDialogues").

 *** Magazine Discount Links:

Sky and Telescope 
New Subscriptions -  https://skyandtelescope.dragonforms.com/loading.do?omedasite=SKY_ren_print_club

Renewals - https://skyandtelescope.dragonforms.com/loading.do?omedasite=SKY_new_club

Astronomy Magazine

https://kalmbach.dragonforms.com/loading.do?omedasite=ASY_Club&pk=2PA4C1

 

Click on this link to Join SLAS