Saddleback Observatory - Mission Viejo, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
N 33° 33.218 W 117° 39.993
11S E 438124 N 3712865
Saddleback College has an observatory on the roof of the math and science building.
Waymark Code: WMRCGT
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/08/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member admuk
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The observatory is used by students in astronomy class. It's on the roof so access to it is impossible unless you ask the astronomy professor or make an appointment. Otherwise, you can see it from the parking lot of the math and science building or from the third story of the building. The photos are as close as you can get, on the third story.
Observatory Purpose: Research

Optical / Infrared Telescopes?: No

Radio Telescopes?: No

Solar Telescopes?: Yes

Open to the Public?: No

Is this a Club Observatory?: Yes

Public Viewing Allowed?: No

Active Observatory?: Active

Number of Telescopes or Antennas: 1

Site URL: [Web Link]

Year Dedicated or Opened: 1970

Altitude (meters): 180

Visit Instructions:
Note the time of day of your visit, and your own photo of your favorite part of the observatory. This might be the view from the observatory, picture of your favorite building or favorite exhibit. (Be mindful of flash photography rules!)

If you participated in an observing session, let everyone know what you saw!

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