Welcome!
Iowa County Astronomers was formed in September, 2006. We are a group of like-minded astronomy enthusiasts that meet monthly to discuss current topics in space science and spend time observing together. All are welcome at our meetings, we have no dues and our only requirement is the ability to look up and say "Wow!" This website will keep you up to date on the latest astronomy happenings in Southwest Wisconsin and meeting times/places/agenda.
We have an email list that we use for announcements and discussion. If you would like to join, visit our Google Group page and click on the join button.
For more information, contact John Wunderlin.
Latest News (updated 1/19/12 ) - Club Calendar
Our next meeting will be Friday, January 27th at 7:00pm at Quality Liquid Feeds in Dodgeville
Tentative agenda subject to change:
2012 Meetings will be Jan 27, Feb 17, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18, Jun 15, July 13, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9 (typically the last Friday before new moon, but check this site in case of schedule changes).
Need Help with your Telescope?
We often hear from people who own a telescope and don't know how to use it. If you'd like to learn how to use a telescope, bring your telescope to any of our meetings- we've got lots of experienced people who would be glad to help!
MMSD Planetarium Shows
The MMSD Planetarium offers public shows on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 and 7:45. Click Here for their website.
Quick links
Astronomy Picture of the Day- Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.
The Sky This Week - Weekly astronomy column by David Oesper
UW-Space Place - Space Museum in Madison! Regular presentations and guests, but it's kind of hard to find!
Wisconsin Astronomy - website for planning the International Year of Astronomy for Wisconsin
Ed Ting's Guide to buying a telescope