NATIONAL SITE LEADERS MEETING of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Space Science for Schools is both honored and excited to host the 2009 ASP National Site Leaders Meeting. We have a packed four day agenda filled with intelligent conversations, planning activities and superb entertainment.

On arrival:
We will be available on campus all day Wednesday and for the late to come, Thursday. The residence hall host is Billy Euler, 775-831-1314, page him with the operator. One or more of the Space Science for Schools staff will be present to help guide you.

Donna Young will be presenting her "Hands-on Astrophysics" workshop beginning at 4:00pm on Wednesday, May 27. We will be having a dinner break at 6:00 pm with resumed workshop to follow. I have attached the Final meeting agenda.

We will be providing a computer conferencing capability with "Skype" for those unable to attend in person.

Guests and Entertainment for Site Leaders


International Association of Astronomical Artist - Artists Universe Exhibition
now through July 30th, 2009
North Lake Tahoe event Center, King's Beach, CA.


IYA Art and Essay Contest Awards Night


May 28th, 2009, Thursday, Dessert and Wine Awards Ceremony, Private event with Site Leaders. North Lake Tahoe event Center, King's Beach, CA.


Tahoe Environment Research Center Platinum LEED Building Tour


May 27, 2009, Wednesday 10:00 AM, Coffee


Donna YoungDonna Young

Donna Young, NASA Chandra Observatory
May 27, 2009, Wednesday, 4-8:30 pm with dinner break, "Hands-On Astrophysics" Workshop
Check out ... Our Cosmic Connection





Andrew FraknoiAndrew FraknoiAndrew Fraknoi, Fireside Reception
May 28, 2009, Thursday, 5:30-6:30pm

Andrew Fraknoi's Biography






Tim CallicrateTim Callicrate
Tim Callicrate, Pianist, Sierra Nevada College adjunct faculty member
May 28, 2009, Thursday, 7:00pm North Lake Tahoe Event Center[/ur], King's Beach, CA

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Tim's Biography






John TysonJohn TysonJohn Tyson, Kolo 8 Journalist, Nevada Cowboy Stories
May 29, 2009, Friday evening at the BBQ, Private Event
John's Biography






Sierra Stars Observatory: Rich WilliamsSierra Stars Observatory: Rich Williams
Observation at the Sierra Stars Observatory, Richard Williams
May 29, 2009, Friday, 6:00pm cocktails, 7:00p Western BBQ, Private Event
About Sierra Stars Observatory Network








Tahoe Rim TrailTahoe Rim TrailTahoe Rim Trail, Hike
May 30, 2009, Saturday morning, TBD
About the Tahoe Rim Trail


The SLM is specifically for Thursday and Friday, May 28-29th. Registration is only open to official Site Leaders of ASP.

Registration Download and complete the registration form by April 1, 2009.

  • SLM 2009 Registration Form
  • Tentative Agenda and Call for Proposals

    For more information, contact: ],775-883-4365, Fax 775-201-0243. Send completed registration form and payment to:
    c/o Maureen McCarthy
    Project ASTRO Site Leaders’ Meeting
    Space Science for Schools, Inc.
    410 W. Winnie Lane, Suite 2
    Carson City, NV 89703