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 benefit 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.
2012 ALCON / NCRAL Convention
From Wednesday, July 4 through Saturday, July 7, the Chicago Astronomical Society is hosting ALCON 2012 in Lincolnshire, IL. This will also serve as the NCRAL convention, with the NCRAL business meeting taking place on Saturday, July 7.
There are a host of special activities each day of ALCON 2012, and the CAS has put together a fantastic website with all the information you need to know. We hope to see YOU at this spectacular event as we Celebrate Starlight!
Wisconsin Observer’s Weekend 2012
The annual Wisconsin Observer’s Weekend (WOW) will be held on July 19-22 at Hartman Creek State Park near Waupaca, WI. Sponsored by NCRAL member society NEWSTAR, this event has a maximum registration of 150 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 2012
The fourth annual Midwest Astro-Imaging Conference (MAIC) will be held July 4-6, in conjunction with ALCON 2012 in Lincolnshire, IL. information from their website.
Northwoods Starfest 2012
The annual Northwoods Starfest will occur on August 17-19 at Hobbs Observatory in Fall Creek, WI. See the Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society website for details.
AstroFest 2012
The Chicago Astronomical Society has cancelled Astrofest for 2012 in lieu of the ALCON 2012 event they are hosting. See the website for the lastest information.
2012 Iowa Star Party
The Iowa Star Party will be held on a date TBD at the Whiterock Resort in Coon Rapids, IA. Visit their website for more information.
Prairie Skies Star Party 2012
PSSP 2011 will be held on September 13-16, 2012 at 4H Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See near Kankakee, IL. See their website for the latest information.
