At Eagle Butte Observatory, we provide the opportunity to enroll in a variety of different observing programs where you will learn how to find amazing treasures in space.

You will be amazed by how easy it is to explore the night sky through a telescope! Bring your own or use one of ours to complete these observing programs.

Registration gets you a total of 15 sessions. If skies are clear on our session night, we will work through your observing program and learn how to properly document your findings.

If skies are cloudy on our session evenings, we will stay indoors and learn about deep-sky objects, the Moon and astrophotography, and have the opportunity to explore different types of telescopes and other observing equipment.

The lunar observing program is designed to ignite your fascination with the Moon and help you explore its awe-inspiring features in detail.

Whether you're a seasoned observer or new to astronomy, this program offers a structured approach to lunar exploration. From observing lunar craters, mountain ranges, and ancient lava flows to tracking the phases and studying lunar libration, you'll gain a deeper understanding of our closest cosmic neighbour.

Join us as we embark on an illuminating journey through the lunar landscape, unraveling its mysteries one observation at a time.

Join us for a fascinating introduction to the winter sky! We will spend three nights (November 27, 28 & 29) learning the winter constellations, examine winter's deep sky gems and look at the moon, Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus. Most of our time will be spent indoors where it is comfortable and warm but we will spend some time outside enjoying the sky beginning with a laser tour then up close with our telescopes.

This family fun event will get us close to the marvels of the winter sky including planets, the moon and deep space! Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while we watch a "Smart Telescope" locate and image deep sky objects that will be made available at the end of the program. The fun begins at 7:00PM and we look forward to seeing you there.