Welcome to the web site of the Chipping Norton Amateur Astronomy Group (CNAAG) we hope you find it interesting and informative. The group was formed in January 2005 to act as a focal group for local astronomers and anyone with an interest in the universe. We started in 2005 with just 4 keen observers and, to date (April 2008)  have over 35 enthusiastic stargazers on our list. We meet indoors regularly on the third Monday of each month to talk astronomy and usually present an illustrated astronomical talk or demonstration. We also observe from several exclusive locations one of which is close to the ancient Rollright Stones,  part of which is included on our group logo. After three years of operation and growing membership we now are starting to become part of the national astronomical society listings and our plans are to continue to improve our operation for the benefit of its members.All of our meetings are open to everyone  - no equipment , experience or skill required,  just bring along your enthusiasm ( and a warm coat if outdoors ),  the stars and universe will do the rest. Whatever your level of interest we invite you to get in touch and it will be great to meet you .


PLEASE NOTE : The CNAAG web site is about to be overhauled by BH & DH , the two web 'gurus' ,  so it may occasionally appear to
'throw a wobbly' - be patient , it will improve to become an even better web site than it is already .

Asteroid John (Fletcher)

 May 2008
 

*IMPORTANT NOTICE*  CNAAG MOVES TO SUBSCRIBED STATUS

As from 1st July 2008 the CNAAG group will become a subscribed astronomical organisation and , in turn , become integrated within the established mainstream listing of national astronomical societies . Since its inception over 3 years ago , the continued success of the group now demands that we have to operate on a more formal basis as necessary , and work hard to bring the best of astronomical service to its membership and the public . In order to ensure that we continue to bring the best we need to be able to fund certain items such as , insurance cover , hire of professional speakers etc . Therefore we will become a fully subscribed organisation from 1st July 2008  and everyone is invited to apply for membership.As always , the CNAAG group is only ever as good as its members and has been a success solely because of your continued support and enthusiasm - subscription will ensure that we can continue to present a high quality astronomical service and exclusive membership .Membership application details along with subscription fees will be available on this web site along with a downloadable  application form  - further news will be posted on this web site  between now and June 30th JOIN CNAAG FROM JULY 1st 2008 AND COME WITH US FOR A FASCINATING JOURNEY AROUND THE UNIVERSE  SUBSCRIPTION RATES:-
MEMBERSHIPAs of Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 02:26 PM:

Full individual membership is £8.00 for the yearFamily membership £12.00 for the year

Note that anyone joining the group from January to end of June will only be required to pay 50% of the joining fee

Note that all memberships are valid up until 30th June every year 



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In a email from Callum Potter President of the Federation of Astronomical Societies, writes:
Attached is an invitation from Steve Owens the UK IYA 2009 Co-ordinator to discuss your ideas for IYA2009. The events generated through this process will form the core of the grassroots activities for the year. Your involvement will be crucial in ensuring that the objectives for are met, and that 2009 is a year to remember.
Invite for Participation in IYA2009 pdf file: Download file Now! (54kb pdf)



Nasa and the Pheonix Lander News: Download PDF file Now! (3.21mb pdf)
Mars Pheonix Lander  arrived := 00:53:33 Monday 26th May 2008 BST.
Remember - Eastern US Time + 5hr = British Summer Time




             Pheonix on Mars




Next meeting - Monday 21st July
All being well this will be an outdoor meeting at the Rollright Site.



Saturday 20th September  -
Federation of Astronomical Societies Convention at the Institute of Astronomy , Cambridge - a fascinating day out in a fantastic facility  - definitely a CNAAG delegation required . Contact Robin direct if you can come .



Note1:
For Links to other web sites See: "LINKS PAGE"



Note2:
Jenny and Bob still have their house in Cyprus for rent and a CNAAG delegation would be at favourable rates.Contact Bob and Jenny on 01608 642737.

Please note that all text and pictures on this web site are copyright of the Chipping Norton Amateur Astronomy Group unless stated otherwise .

Robin Smitten,founder member

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CNAAG starwatchers set up on a warm summer evening - somewhere in North Oxfordshire , U.K.

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