SCAS | Welcome
We are dedicated to making astronomy available to the public by providing free telescope observing, educating through lecture presentations, encouraging research, and promoting a respectful attitude about light pollution, because a beautiful starlit sky belongs to everyone.
Sadowski Viewings - SCAS
SCAS (Southern Cross Astronomy Society) hosts public star parties at Bill Sadowski Park and D'Auria Observatory with hi-tech telescopes. Learn about the night skies, planets, galaxies, meteors and more at these events.
About Us - SCAS
SOUTHERN CROSS ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY. The Southern Cross Astronomical Society (SCAS), originally founded in 1922 as the Southern Cross Observatory, is one of the oldest amateur astronomical societies in the Western Hemisphere.
Recent News - SCAS
Each month on the Saturday closest to the new moon, come to our New Moon Star Party from dusk till 10 p.m., at the D'Auria Observatory, hosted by Southern Cross Astros. Hi-tech SCAS equipment will be focused on the stars, planets, and deep …
Membership - SCAS
Study Astronomy. Learn to locate Constellations like Gemini and Taurus, Double Stars like Rigel, Planets like Saturn, Galaxies like Andromeda, Nebula like the Orion Nebula, and much much more... Learn Astrophotography with the help of experienced members
Sadowski Viewings - SCAS
Spectacular seasonal constellations, nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, lunar phases, detailed views of planets. satellites overhead at dusk and views of the International Space Station attract first time visitors, repeated visitors and is a must for field trips by middle, high school and college students on assignment and scouts earning ...
Stargazer - SCAS
Constellations Cassiopeia the Queen - Summoner of Poseidon's rage by claiming she was fairer than the sea nymphs, is in the NE this month. Five moderately bright stars form a distinctive M or W. Binoculars reveal the splendid Perseus Double Cluster just below.
Winter Star Party - SCAS
Here at Southern Cross, we are very excited to welcome you back to one of the premiere star parties on the planet. Planning is underway and we will update this page regularly. As usual, we will have an excellent lineup of speakers and a few activities for you to participate in and enjoy.
Winter Star Party Registration - SCAS
By signing below, you and all members of your party agree to hold harmless and or release from any legal liability against the Southern Cross Astronomical Society and any of its officers or members, the Winter Star Party and any of its staff, volunteers, vendors, or manufacturers, the Boy Scouts of America and any of their employees or ...
Board of Directors - SCAS
Meet the board members of SCAS, a non-profit organization that promotes astronomy education and outreach in South Florida. Learn about their roles, interests, and contact information.