Volunteer: Solar Party GuideThe Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Solar Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Program: Star Parties The Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Solar Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Program: Star Parties Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Stargazing Guide @ Drake ObservatoryThe Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Star Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Event Details: June 26 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Summer Solstice @Drake Observatory July 24 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Midsummer Moon @TBD August TBD from 9-11 PM: Theme - The Perseids @TBD September 18 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Harvest Moon @Drake Observatory October 23 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Autumn Skies @Drake Observatory Program: Star Parties The Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Star Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Event Details: June 26 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Summer Solstice @Drake Observatory July 24 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Midsummer Moon @TBD August TBD from 9-11 PM: Theme - The Perseids @TBD September 18 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Harvest Moon @Drake Observatory October 23 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Autumn Skies @Drake Observatory Program: Star Parties Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Stargazing Guide @ SCIThe Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Star Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Event Details: April 24 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Opening Night @SCI May 22 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Evening Planets @SCI July 24 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Midsummer Moon @TBD August TBD from 9-11 PM: Theme - The Perseids @TBD Program: Star Parties The Science Center of Iowa Programs Team is seeking volunteers to assist with solar observing and nighttime stargazing events. Star Party volunteers help members of the public use a variety of telescopes to view exciting celestial targets such as the Sun, the Moon, binary stars, and distant supernova remnants. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and are excited to share their enthusiasm for space. No prior astronomy, stargazing, or telescope experience is required; Training is provided at the events. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public science communication, telescope operation, and observational astronomy. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role. Event Details: April 24 from 8-10 PM: Theme - Opening Night @SCI May 22 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Evening Planets @SCI July 24 from 9-11 PM: Theme - Midsummer Moon @TBD August TBD from 9-11 PM: Theme - The Perseids @TBD Program: Star Parties Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |