Upcoming Events
While member clubs run their own events, one NCRAL member club runs the annual NCRAL Convention. Clubs petition the NCRAL and volunteer to host the regional convention for the benifit of everyone. If an NCRAL member organization has an event which is open to all NCRAL members, and they would like to have it listed, you can send your request to the webmaster.
Wisconsin Observer's Weekend 2008
The annual Wisconsin Observer's Weekend (WOW) will be held on June 5-8, 2008 at Hartman Creek State Park near Waupaca, WI. Sponsored by NCRAL member society NEWSTAR, this event has a maximum registration of 130 so if you're thinking of going get your form in sooner than later! Details and registration forms can be found on the club website.
Midwest Astro-Imaging Conference 2008
The second annual Midwest Astro-Imaging Conference (MAIC) will take place June 20-21 at Northern Illinois University -- Hoffman Estates. You can get information from their website.
Epoch 2008
The second annual Epoch star party will be held July 29-August 3 in Beaver City, IN. Details available on their website.
Northwoods Starfest 2008
The annual Northwoods Starfest will occur on August 1-3 at Hobbs Observatory in Fall Creek, WI. See the Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society website for details.
2008 Iowa Star Party
The Iowa Star Party will be held on August 28-31 at the Whiterock Resort in Coon Rapids, IA. Visit their website for more information.
AstroFest 2008
The Chicago Astronomical Society will hold AstroFest on September 5-7, 2008 at Vana's Farm near Kankakee, IL. See the website for the lastest information.
Prairie Skies Star Party 2008
PSSP 2008 will be held on September 25-28, 2008 at 4H Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See near Kankakee, IL. See their website for the latest information.
2009 NCRAL Convention
The Cedar Amateur Astronomers will host the 2009 NCRAL Convention in Cedar Rapids, IA. Details will be posted as they become available.
