Eb introduced today's special guest speaker. Today, CAR welcomes Gustavo Rahmer, of the Mt. Lemmon Sky Center. Gustavo Rahmer has more than 25 years of experience in technology research and development for astronomy. He is an electronics engineer with a master's in Imaging Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology. He is currently the Senior Instrumentation Engineer for the Giant Magellan Telescope, under construction in northern Chile. Previously he has worked at NOIRlab, the European Southern Observatory (in Germany and Chile), Caltech, and the large binocular telescope observatory at the University of Arizona. Gustavo was born and raised in Chile, host to many of the world's largest astronomical observatories.
The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter is an exceptional science learning facility located at Steward Observatory's "sky island" observing site. The SkyCenter builds upon the uniqueness of the 9,157-foot summit of Mt. Lemmon and the extensive knowledge base at the University of Arizona to deliver educational programs. Part of the Department of Astronomy, The UA Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter operates under a permit from the US Forest Service. SkyNights StarGazing Program: Using the Schulman 32-inch and the Phillips 24-inch Telescopes, the two largest dedicated public telescopes in the Southwest, you are guided through a unique and awe-inspiring opportunity that lets you peer beyond the blue horizons of our southwestern skies and explore the astronomical wonders of the Universe. This five-hour program guides you through navigating the night sky with binoculars, to viewing spectacular planets, galaxies, and nebulae. A captivating and one-of-a-kind access to the Universe. Fun for ages 7 and up.
Freddy conducted the weekly raffle. This week the raffle is up to $90. No winner. $95 at our next meeting (1/24/24).
Meeting adjourned.