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Dombivli Astronomy Club
The Dombivli Astronomy Club, operated by ECC, demystifies the cosmos for the community through engaging indoor seminars on astronomical concepts and thrilling outdoor stargazing camps, fostering scientific curiosity and providing hands-on experience with the night sky.
Vivekanand Seva Mandal, Dnyan Mandir Building, Nerurkar Road, Dattanagar Chowk Sangeetha Wadi, Dombivli East, Dombivli, Maharashtra 421201
March 1, 2024 - Ongoing
120 beneficiaries
The Problem We're Solving
In the urban environment of Dombivli and the wider Thane district, light pollution and a lack of accessible platforms create a significant disconnect between the public and the fascinating world of astronomy. Students and enthusiasts have theoretical interest but few opportunities for practical, hands-on experience with telescopes and expert guidance, leading to a gap in scientific curiosity and astronomical literacy within the community.
Our Solution
Expert-Led Indoor Sessions: Regular seminars and workshops on astronomical theories, recent space missions, and celestial events, designed to be accessible to a general audience.
Hands-On Outdoor Stargazing Camps: Organized trips to darker sky locations where participants can use telescopes (provided by the club) for practical observation.
Equipment Training: Volunteers train participants on how to set up and use different types of telescopes and astrophotography equipment.
Community Building: A dedicated forum or social media group for members to share observations, photographs, and information about upcoming celestial events.
Event-Based Activities: Special gatherings organized for significant astronomical events like meteor showers, lunar eclipses, and planetary conjunctions.
Hands-On Outdoor Stargazing Camps: Organized trips to darker sky locations where participants can use telescopes (provided by the club) for practical observation.
Equipment Training: Volunteers train participants on how to set up and use different types of telescopes and astrophotography equipment.
Community Building: A dedicated forum or social media group for members to share observations, photographs, and information about upcoming celestial events.
Event-Based Activities: Special gatherings organized for significant astronomical events like meteor showers, lunar eclipses, and planetary conjunctions.
Project Goals
- Spark Scientific Curiosity: To ignite interest in astronomy and space science among 500+ residents of Dombivli and Thane district, across all age groups
- Provide Practical Experience: To offer 200+ enthusiasts hands-on experience with telescopic equipment and celestial observation, moving beyond theoretical knowledge
- Build a Community of Learners: To establish a thriving community of 100+ active astronomy enthusiasts who regularly participate and share knowledge
- Promote Science Outreach: To become the leading platform for astronomy education and stargazing activities in the region
- Document and Share: To capture astrophotography and observations during camps to create a digital repository of local astronomical activities
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